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Crime & Safety
2 weeks ago
Marion County Authorities Search for Suspect After Shooting that Left Three Hospitalized

The Marion County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a shooting that occurred north of Ocala on Sunday, Jan. 25.

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Crime & Safety
2 weeks ago
Protester Hit by SUV at Demonstration in Downtown Ocala on Sunday

A protester was struck by a vehicle in downtown Ocala on Jan. 25. The investigation by the Ocala Police Department is ongoing.

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Crime & Safety
2 weeks ago
Marion County Sheriff’s Office Arrests Two for Impersonating Law Enforcement, Burglary

Two individuals were arrested in Marion County on Jan. 22 and charged with Impersonating a Law Enforcement Officer as well as multiple other offenses.

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Crime & Safety
2 weeks ago
Lady Lake Police Arrest Teens in Multiple Burglaries

Multiple teens were detained and ultimately arrested by Lady Lake police on Jan. 20 and charged with two commercial burglaries and an attempted vehicle break-in.

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Local
2 weeks ago
TRAFFIC ADVISORY: Road Closures Planned for I-75 SB at CR 320 Starting Thursday

CR 320 and I-75 will be closed near Micanopy at various times for roadwork from Thursday, Jan. 22 through early February.

Christopher Sherman David Mchellon was arrested by the Marion County Sheriff's Office and charged with multiple sexual offenses involving a minor
Crime & Safety
3 weeks ago
Marion County Sheriffs Arrest Silver Springs Man for Sexual Offenses Involving a Minor

Christopher Sherman David Mchellon was arrested by the Marion County Sheriff’s Office and charged with multiple sexual offenses involving a minor.

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Crime & Safety
3 weeks ago
Horse Trainer Arrested by Marion County Sheriff’s Office for Animal Cruelty

A horse trainer has been arrested by the Marion County Sheriff’s Office on animal cruelty charges for abusing a horse.

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Crime & Safety
3 weeks ago
Alachua Hotel Catches Fire, No One Injured

No one was injured when a fire broke out at an Alachua hotel on Saturday, Jan. 17.

Ocala resident David Rutter was arrested by Marion County Sheriff's Office for AI-generated child sexual abuse material
Crime & Safety
3 weeks ago
Marion County Sheriff’s Office Arrests Ocala Man for AI-Generated Child Porn

Nineteen-year-old Ocala resident David Rutter was already out on bond for possession of child sexual abuse material (CSAM) when MCSO arrested him.

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Community
3 weeks ago
Gainesville’s Cold Night Shelter Program Activated for Jan. 15-19

The City of Gainesville’s Cold Night Shelter Program will activate tonight and remain in service through Monday, Jan. 19.