National
2 years ago
Many Americans say their household expenses are outpacing earnings this year, AP-NORC poll shows

The poll results indicate about 2 in 3 Americans say their household expenses have risen over the last year, but only about 1 in 4 say their income has increased in the same period.

Local
2 years ago
Two motorcycle wrecks, two deaths in Ocala on Friday

Both wrecks involved collisions with other vehicles. While there’s no indication of who is at fault in the wrecks, Ocala Fire Rescue issued safety reminders to drivers about motorcycle riders.

Local
2 years ago
UPDATE: Motorcyclist dies from his injuries following crash in Ocala

Police say the 20-year-old motorcyclist died from his injuries at HCA Ocala after he was involved in a crash on SE 17 St.

Weather Updates
2 years ago
Did the chamber of commerce pay for this weekend’s weather? It doesn’t get better than this

The weekend forecast calls for highs in the mid to upper 80s, low humidity, light wind and overnight lows in the 60s.

Community
2 years ago
Celebrate Florida native plant month with a family-friendly hike at Barr Hammock Preserve this Sunday

This free event will take place this Sunday, Oct. 29, from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Space is limited. Pre-registration required.

Crime & Safety
2 years ago
VIDEO: MCSO bodycam footage reveals what led up to deputy shooting a man pulled over for riding a dirt bike on the street

26-year-old Rasheem Edwards died from the shooting. The video reveals how the incident unfolded after the deputy pulled Edwards over because the motorcycle he was driving was not street legal in Florida.

Local
2 years ago
UPDATE: Boil water notice lifted for six Marion County communities, water safe to drink

The boil water notice was a precautionary measure due to loss of pressure.

Crime & Safety
2 years ago
Caught on Camera: Can you identify the vandal who is deflating big rig truck tires?

The Florida Highway Patrol says the criminal uses a device to puncture tires on big rig trucks parked along entrance/exit ramps on Interstates 75 and 10 in Columbia County.

Community
2 years ago
Ooops! City of Wildwood says it made a mistake in the tax calculation for FY2024, apologizes for error

The city says it miscalculated the rolled-back millage rate. The difference amounts to $2.36 more in ad valorem taxes for each $100,000 in assessed property value.

Community
2 years ago
Fine art will fill downtown Ocala’s streets this weekend, road closures started this morning | MAP

Road closures started this morning at 5 a.m. and continue through Sunday, Oct. 29 at 11:30 p.m.