A 30-year-old man is accused of raping two women in Marion County, and there may be other victims, according to sheriff’s officials.

The Florida Department of Education has released its list of books removed from classrooms across the state.

Eight Marion County Fire Rescue units responded to the fire. The American Red Cross was called in to assist the affected family with immediate needs.

It’s a cold start to the day across Central 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.

Police are searching for answers after they said a man was fatally shot during a reported break-in over the weekend.

Marion County firefighters reported no injuries after putting out a burning house in Citra.

Stacker compiled a list of coat drives near Ocala using data from One Warm Coat

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.

Deputies said that the 78-year-old woman may have Alzheimer's Disease, and she was last seen in Anthony on Wednesday evening.

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.

The FHP says a 40-year-old Ocala man riding as a passenger in a pickup truck was killed in a crash.

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.

The Ocala Police Department put out a notice for 14-year-old Hunter Grimes. They say he is missing and endangered.

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.

The Marion County school district is preparing for a dramatic drop in temperatures from a strong Arctic cold front sweeping through the region.

Central Florida high schools now know when/where football teams will play in the playoffs, starting Nov. 14.

Central Florida typically sees a couple of these types of cold blasts every winter.

The vehicle struck a 63-year-old female pedestrian from Cleveland, Ohio, who was reportedly in the inside lane of travel.

A deadly crash is under investigation in Marion County.

A person who shot and killed a driver in Marion County has been released from police custody.

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.

A 44-year-old Palatka man was ejected and killed when his Jeep overturned on State Road 19 in Marion County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

U.S. News & World Report has revealed its latest ranking of the best elementary schools across the nation, including those within Florida.

A Silver Alert was issued on Friday night for a missing 80-year-old man out of Marion County, according to the sheriff’s office.

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.

A teen has been arrested on allegations of opening fire at a Marion County high school homecoming party.

Florida troopers investigate a hit-and-run crash in Marion County that left one dead and one injured.

Last week, another 11 Central Florida restaurants were forced to temporarily shut their doors after a visit from a health inspector.

Marion County deputies are searching for a man caught on video stealing a 4-wheeler from the yard of a home.

A Kentucky man who was released from prison early and relocated to Marion County is now headed back to Kentucky.

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.

Officials say an 18-year-old Marion County high school student was struck and killed while she was walking to a bus stop.

Officials say an 18-year-old Marion County high school student was struck and killed while she was walking to a bus stop.

Police say a pedestrian was struck and killed in a hit-and-run crash in Ocala.

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.

Florida troopers say a tractor-trailer driver was killed in a single-vehicle crash on I-75 in Marion County.

Marion County detectives assisted the Florida Department of Law Enforcement with a death investigation in Marion Oaks, according to the 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 70-year-old disabled man was reported missing out of Altamonte Springs, according to a news release.

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.

Firefighters used extrication tools to free the driver, who was then taken to the hospital for treatment.

A man is behind bars after being arrested and accused for a deadly crash that killed two beloved Ocala radio hosts.

A 70-year-old Ocala man was killed and four other people were hurt in a head-on crash in Marion County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

A 40-year-old Belleview man was killed and three other people were hurt in a head-on crash in Marion County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

A wildfire in Marion County causes the FHP to issue a warning for motorists using Interstate 75.

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.

The city of Ocala has issued a boil water notice for customers at Pointe Grand at Heath Brook due to a damaged water main.

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.

A 75-year-old man from Ocala says his troubles began with a single text message offering a flexible part-time job.

An Ocala man riding a bicycle in Marion County was struck by a car and killed, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

The Marion County Sheriff’s Office is asking for help to identify someone who’s accused of opening fire at a high school homecoming party.

Health inspection records reveal that these restaurants suffered problems with rodents, cockroaches, time/temperature issues, and other types of violations.

Phantasmagoria Orlando and DiDonna Productions is celebrating the spooky season by bringing Edward Gorey's tales to the stage in Central Florida.

After a 17-year-old boy was reported missing last week, the Marion County Sheriff’s Office has provided more information on the incident, calling it a “ruse.”

Marion County is expanding its commitment to newborn safety with the installation of its second Safe Haven Baby Box, offering parents in crisis another secure option to safely surrender their infants.

The tail end of a front and upper trough are sinking across our state tonight, with rain chances expected to rebound quickly tomorrow afternoon and evening. As we roll towards Monday, we'll begin switching from frontal influence to a more tropical influence.

Florida Highway Patrol troopers say they’ve arrested a woman accused of hitting and killing a man who was pushing a grocery cart across State Road 200 in Marion County earlier this week, and then fleeing the area.

Southbound lanes of Interstate 75 reopened in Marion County after being forced to close following multiple crashes near Ocala, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

A traveling veterinarian arrested in Marion County is accused of sexually battering a teen.

A 17-year-old boy whose disappearance in Marion County on Thursday sparked an Amber Alert has been found safe, according to sheriff’s office.

A Marion County man who was reported missing has been found, according to the sheriff’s office.

A 30-year-old woman was taken into custody on Wednesday after a “threatening Facebook post” was discovered, according to the Ocala Police Department.

The driver of a Ford that veered into oncoming traffic in Ocala was killed in a resulting crash, according to police.

Florida Highway Patrol troopers are searching for a van they say struck and killed a man pushing a grocery cart across State Road 200 in Ocala.

A dump truck struck an overpass, prompting the temporary closure of Interstate 75 in Marion County, the Florida Highway Patrol said.

It’s no surprise that housing costs are an issue for many Central Florida residents — but some areas are more far more affordable than others.

A Korean War veteran in Ocklawaha is one step closer to moving into a new home after a crash left his trailer unlivable last month.

A Marion County man who was arrested after being named a suspect in the 2023 death of his husband has been found guilty of murder.

This week, a Central Florida lawmaker announced his proposal to phase out property taxes statewide — and without leaving schools in the lurch.

Marcia Harrison and her three boys haven’t been back to Paddock Mall since December 2023, when David Barron was murdered just two days before Christmas.

Nearly two years after a deadly shooting at Paddock Mall just days before Christmas, the victim's family has filed a lawsuit claiming the mall lacked proper security and safety measures at the time of the incident.

First responders were called to Fort King Middle School on Wednesday morning after a fire broke out inside, according to Ocala Fire Rescue.

A health care shakeup is underway in The Villages after Villages Health filed for bankruptcy earlier this year amid questions over Medicare overbilling. A judge recently approved the sale of Villages Health to CenterWell.

A 59-year-old Dunnellon man was killed in a crash while driving a pickup truck in Marion County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Most of Central Florida sheriff’s offices say they will no longer enforce Florida’s ban on openly carrying guns after a state appeals court ruled the ban was unconstitutional.

A 62-year-old man died after being found stabbed in Ocala, according to the Marion County Sheriff’s Office.

A woman last seen in August near Ocala has been reported missing and is considered endangered, according to the Marion County Sheriff’s Office.

A tree fell on a 120-gallon propane tank, causing a gas leak in Marion County, according to firefighters.

Court documents published Monday confirm CenterWell won the auction to buy The Villages Health System, as part of the company’s Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings. CenterWell, a senior health care provider owned by health insurer Humana, will pay $68 million in cash for TVHS.

Police officers in Ocala took a student into custody after a gun was found on a bus to a Marion County elementary school.

Storms are moving through Central Florida on Saturday evening.

A 13-year-old boy arrested in Marion County is accused of vandalizing a church in Silver Springs, causing $10,000 in damage, according to the sheriff’s office.

Officials say a Marion County sheriff’s deputy shot and wounded a man who tried to run over another deputy during a pursuit.

A 92-year-old Korean War veteran finds himself displaced after a vehicle crashed into his Marion County home, leaving the structure condemned.