New Costco location opens in Florida: What we know
Costco opened its newest Florida location on Wednesday morning in The Villages.
Man killed in Sumter County after tree falls on car in ‘freak accident,’ authorities say
A person was killed Wednesday morning in Sumter County when a tree fell on their vehicle along Marsh Bend Trail.
Florida man's cross necklace may have saved his life: 'I thought I was going to die'
A 20-year-old Florida man's gold necklace with a cross pendant may be the reason he survived a gunshot wound to the chest at point-blank range.
Former Sumter County superintendent accused of years of misconduct, falsifying student data
The former superintendent and assistant superintendent of Sumter County Schools are facing serious allegations of misconduct following the release of a report by the Office of the Inspector General (OIG).
ICE Central Florida raids: At least 30 fled during worksite bust in Wildwood, agents said
At least thirty people fled during a construction site raid conducted by the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in Wildwood on Tuesday. Now agents are searching for those who fled the scene.
Florida substitute teacher accused of abusing special needs students
A Sumter County father is demanding answers after his 5-year-old daughter, who is on the autism spectrum, allegedly came home from school with bruises and signs of physical abuse.
Deputies looking for possible armed man in Bushnell after chase ends in crash
Sumter County deputies are searching for a man who may be armed after he crashed and fled a scene in the Bushnell area. Officials are asking residents to avoid the area.
1 dead, 2 hurt in shooting during alleged drug deal in Wildwood, Florida: police
One person is dead, and two people are hurt after a shooting broke out during an alleged drug deal in Wildwood, Florida on Monday, according to police.
Woman dies after falling from golf cart; driver arrested for DUI Manslaughter
A 60-year-old woman died after falling from a golf cart in The Villages, and the driver was later arrested for DUI manslaughter, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Missing dog rescued from Florida river after being found tangled in tree
After being missing for about a week, "Blackie" the dog was rescued from a Florida river where he was tangled in a tree by his collar and leash.
Good Samaritans honored for rescuing teen in deadly Sumter County hit-and-run
A hit-and-run crash in Sumter County in January left 39-year-old Joel Law dead and his 16-year-old daughter, Bryleigh, seriously injured. Several bystanders rushed to help.
Crash claims life of Ocala pedestrian in Sumter County
A 62-year-old Ocala man was struck by two vehicles early Sunday morning, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Officials locate 2 missing children in Sumter County
Officials with the Sumter County Sheriff's Office are seeking the public's assistance in finding two children they said went missing on Sunday night.
Florida dad killed, teen daughter hurt in fiery hit-and-run crash: 'It's not fair'
A father was killed, and his teenage daughter is recovering in the hospital after a fiery crash in Sumter County, Florida.
Fiery Florida crash kills one, seriously injures 2, including 16-year-old girl: troopers
Troopers said one man was killed and two people were seriously injured, one being a 16-year-old girl, following a fiery Florida crash Friday night.
Wildwood cemetery vandalism: Police seek help identifying driver who destroyed gravesites
Wildwood Police are searching for the person who drove through Greenwood Cemetery.
Missing Florida man found deceased near Sumter County campground following extensive search
The Sumter County Sheriff's Office says there will be an increased police presence in the area of River Junction while deputies continue to search for a missing 24-year-old man.
2024 guide for the best Central Florida holiday light displays
Central Florida is aglow with holiday light displays that illuminate neighborhoods and local attractions.
Live election results: Sumter County races
Here are the Florida General Election results in Sumter County, Nov. 5, 2024.