Elections
2 years ago
DeSantis’ State of the State address might be as much for Iowa voters as it is for Floridians

The speech kicking off Florida’s annual legislative session on Tuesday comes a week before Iowa’s first-in-the-nation presidential caucuses on Monday, Jan. 15.

Local
2 years ago
Fiancée of man targeted in Paddock Mall shooting creates GoFundMe for three of his surviving sons

David Nathaniel Barron, 40, died in the shooting at Paddock Mall. His family celebrated his life on Saturday.

Crime & Safety
2 years ago
UPDATE: OPD reports no bomb at East Silver Springs Boulevard Walmart, all clear given

Ocala police say the bomb squad from the Marion County Sheriff’s Office searched the Walmart on East Silver Springs Boulevard and there is no danger.

Sports
2 years ago
Bradshaw’s 3-pointer propels No. 6 Kentucky to an 87-85 win at Florida in their SEC opener | PHOTOS

The Gators (10-4) led by as many as 11 in the first half and were up for nearly 30 of the 40 minutes.

Community
2 years ago
Marion County restarts Neuter Commuter program to control animal population

Marion County Animal Services’ Neuter Commuter is back to help stem the population overgrowth of dogs and cats.

Community
2 years ago
Ocala’s First Friday event blends art and awareness | PHOTOS

January is National Human Trafficking Prevention Month. The participatory art installation of Ocala’s Red Sand Project raises awareness about the issue.

Health & Wellness
2 years ago
Florida can import prescription drugs from Canada, US regulators say

The Food and Drug Administration on Friday cleared the way for Florida’s first-in-the-nation plan to import prescription drugs from Canada.

Crime & Safety
2 years ago
UPDATE: Ocala police increase reward to $20k for info that helps police locate and apprehend suspected mall shooter

The Ocala Police Department has upped the reward to $20k for information that leads to the arrest of 39-year-old Albert Shell.

Sports
2 years ago
Florida men’s basketball kicks off SEC play hosting Kentucky at home Saturday

The Florida Gators men’s basketball team has lost the last four matchups against Kentucky and will be looking to break that streak Saturday afternoon.

Crime & Safety
2 years ago
UPDATE: Anonymous tip leads to arrest of second person wanted in connection with deadly shooting outside Burger King

Deputies located 21-year-old Jaylin Johnson at a home on Northeast 40th Place this morning.