People in some Central Florida counties may want to run their pool pumps overnight as temperatures fall below freezing. Here's what pool experts say to do.
Statewide, the Florida high school graduation rate is at 92.2%, up from 89.7% the previous year. Central Florida's school districts are also touting improved rates.
Rock the Country festival returns to Ocala with two days of epic performances, from country icons to hip-hop hits, all in celebration of 250 years of freedom.
Back-seat footage shows Rheanna Harden removing her visor and covering the rear seat camera before producing a handgun concealed in her clothing and then firing multiple shots through the partition, deputies said.
According to the Marion County Sheriff’s Office, one of their deputies tried to stop Terry Fischer, who was riding a black motorcycle and weaving around construction cones in an active construction zone.
A strong cold front is moving through Central Florida, bringing lower temperatures, gusty winds, and beach hazards. Meteorologist Michelle Morgan explains what to expect in the days ahead.
Police say 64-year-old Harold Harper was gardening in the front yard of his home on Wednesday afternoon when he was shot and killed.
It’s already been a week into the new year, and state officials have revealed which parts of Florida were most affected by fatal car crashes in 2025.
Traffic has been blocked in Ocala after a homicide investigation broke out on Wednesday, according to the police department.
A man was arrested Saturday in Marion County after deputies say he robbed a Dollar General at gunpoint less than two weeks after being released from jail.
With its warm weather and low taxes, it’s no surprise that Florida is a huge retirement hotspot for seniors across the nation. But some cities are better picks than others.
When it comes to Florida, fruits like oranges and pineapples may be the first things that come to mind. But that may not be the case forever.
After a handful of Marion County firefighters were arrested in the aftermath of a violent hazing scandal, new footage related to the incident has now been released.
Less than a week before Christmas, Marion County deputies managed to catch a wanted man who was speeding along the highway, according to the sheriff’s office.
Four former Marion County Fire Rescue employees accused in a violent hazing incident at a local fire station have pleaded not guilty to criminal charges and have waived their personal appearances at arraignments that had been scheduled for Tuesday, court records show.
A predawn crash involving a motorhome carrying 15 people killed a 5‑year‑old boy and a baby delivered after the collision and injured more than a dozen others, according to the Florida Highway Patrol., according to new details released Monday by the Florida Highway Patrol.
A 5-year-old boy was killed and 13 others critically injured after a motorhome overturned during a two-vehicle crash in Marion County on Saturday morning, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
An Ocala man is suing Outback Steakhouse after a trip to a restaurant’s bathroom took an unfortunate turn, according to court documents obtained by News 6.
The Florida Highway Patrol said the 25-year-old Ocala man landed in the roadway when he was ejected from his pickup and run over by a truck.
After four Marion County Fire Rescue employees were arrested and terminated from their roles last month, the agency has announced another round of firings.
The sheriff’s office said an additional victim came forward after seeing his arrest to report she was also attacked by him.
Now in her 40s, Michelle Newton is navigating a relationship with a father she never knew, while her mother, seen in a viral bodycam video, faces criminal charges.
Charges have been dropped against a former employee of a Marion County day care who was fired following her arrest on accusations of child abuse, according to her attorney.
The chase ended at the intersection of State Road 200 and Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue, where a deputy used a PIT maneuver to stop the stolen vehicle.
Debra Newton was taken into custody in Florida on custodial interference charges stemming from a 1983 kidnapping case.
A Marion County jury found a 24-year-old man guilty of second-degree murder with a firearm in the shooting death of 17-year-old Nosiah Santos, according to a news release from the Fifth Judicial Circuit of Florida.
Thousands of residents of The Villages are breathing a sigh of relief after learning of a deal between UnitedHealthcare and the new owners of The Villages Health System.
Four Marion County Fire Rescue employees were arrested and terminated from the department following a violent hazing incident, the Marion County Sheriff’s Office said.
A man is recovering after being shot on his own front porch, and deputies say they arrested a 17-year-old who is accused in the shooting.
Now in its 15th year, Small Business Saturday is meant to shine a light on local businesses and encourage people to take at least some of their holiday spending to mom and pop shops. Check out the list to find a Small Business Saturday event near you.
After their mother took her own life, two sisters went to her Ocala apartment to try to get some answers. Instead, they found their mother's apartment emptied.
As negotiations between UnitedHealthcare and The Villages Health continue, patients are wondering whether their UHC plans will be accepted at TVH in 2026. One expert we talked to said these longer negotiations are becoming more common.
A man has been sentenced to life in prison after robbing two people at gunpoint in The Villages, tying them up, and stealing their car, according to State Attorney William M. Gladson.
Thousands of The Villages Health patients insured through UnitedHealthcare may have to find new healthcare providers if a deal isn’t reached between CenterWell, a division of Humana, and UnitedHealthcare.
After a missing English woman failed to fly back home last month, investigators said they've caught the prime suspect.
From markets to festivals to drive-through displays, the options are endless when it comes to holiday fun.
Residents needing emergency assistance are urged to text 911 from their mobile devices. The sheriff’s office emphasizes that calling will not connect you to help at this time.
The former Marion County deputy who fatally shot his girlfriend while they were allegedly cleaning guns has been sentenced to 25 years in prison.
There will be an increased law-enforcement presence at Lake Weir High School after a man was found shot nearby, according to the Marion County Sheriff’s Office.
Most major grocery stores in Central Florida will be closed on Thanksgiving, so for people with a preferred store, getting everything on that list is paramount. But if you’re not picky, there are a handful of stores that will be open, albeit with reduced hours.
In one case, a victim used an AirTag to track their stolen e-bike, which was found abandoned nearby. Another victim tracked a stolen e-scooter to Recreation Plantation and helped police provide a suspect description.
While the threat of a recession seems to have abated, there’s another danger looming over Florida’s future, UCF economist Sean Snaith announced in his latest forecast.
The Marion County woman featured in Netflix’s documentary “The Perfect Neighbor” who fatally shot a mother of four is now threatening a defamation lawsuit against the victim’s children, recently filed court records show.
After a Kentucky man who fatally stabbed a 6-year-old was released from prison early and moved to Central Florida, the state’s attorney general is now pushing for changes to the state’s “insanity defense.”
As the government shutdown continues, federal employees are working without paychecks, and starting Nov. 1, federal SNAP benefits will not be available. If you or someone you know needs help with food donations, check out these websites to find programs near you.
Last week, another 11 Central Florida restaurants were forced to temporarily shut their doors after a visit from a health inspector.
A 72-year-old Ocala man was killed when his SUV got stuck on the train tracks and was struck by a train in Marion County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
A peaceful kayak trip through Silver Springs turned into a wild show when a group of monkeys started leaping out of trees and into the water.
Central Florida residents are all too familiar with road construction, but a project along State Road 484 near I-75 has seemingly come to a halt.
A feud among Ocala neighbors over where kids could play led to a fatal 2023 shooting and fueled a nationwide conversation about Stand Your Ground laws. It’s also the subject of a new documentary on Netflix.
A death investigation is underway after human remains were found Sunday near South Highway 441, according to the Marion County Sheriff’s Office.
In Central Florida, at least 18 No Kings rallies are expected from Palm Coast to Poinciana, and of course, in Orlando on Saturday. They’re among 2,500 expected protests nationwide.
A 17-year-old boy accused of faking an abduction that sparked an Amber Alert last month has been arrested, according to the Marion County Sheriff’s Office.
Deputies said that 42-year-old Ronald Exantus was found living near a Marion County elementary school after he stabbed a 6-year-old to death nearly a decade ago.
Last week, a dozen more eateries across Central Florida were told to close temporarily after a visit from a health inspector, according to the Florida DBPR.
