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.

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.

Live election results: Sumter County races

Here are the Florida General Election results in Sumter County, Nov. 5, 2024.

Operation Blue Roof opens for Hurricane Milton recovery in Florida

The Florida Division of Emergency Management announced today that the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Jacksonville District, has launched Operation Blue Roof to help residents affected by Hurricane Milton.

Hurricane Helene: Sumter County updates & information

As Tropical Storm Helene, the eighth named storm of the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season, makes its way towards Florida, here is what people in Sumter County need to know about evacuations, school closings, shelters, and sandbag locations.

2 injured after car runs stop sign, crashes into loaded Sumter County school bus: FHP

A Sumter County school bus carrying 14 students was involved in a crash on Friday morning after another driver ran a stop sign, according to Florida Highway Patrol.

When does school start? Central Florida back-to-school calendar

When do students go back to school in Central Florida? Here's a county-by-county look at when the first day of school is.