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Crime & Safety
2 years ago
Lady Lake police arrest two 15-year-olds in connection with rash of recent car burglaries

Officers charged the two juveniles in connection with 25 previous car burglaries.

Crime & Safety
2 years ago
Levy County Sheriff’s deputies say chase topped 120 mph on Highway 19 with the driver shooting at them

The Levy County Sheriff’s Office says the pursuit began in Pasco County with a carjacking.

Crime & Safety
2 years ago
CAUGHT ON CAMERA: Deputies dart through Dunnellon Walmart in pursuit of man wanted on multiple felonies

The Marion County Sheriff’s Office released body camera video of the arrest of 35-year-old Joshua Comer in the Walmart parking lot on Sunday.

Image shows a patriotic background with the Levy County Election Supervisor's logo and the words "Vote Recount."
Elections
2 years ago
Vote recount yields same election results in two Levy County races

The winners remain the same after a recount of election results for Williston City Council Group C and Levy County Commission District 5.

Community
2 years ago
Work of an Ocala artist celebrates the city’s diverse history

Artist Charles Eady painted a series of portraits highlighting the African American community’s contributions to the city. The public art installation creates a historic trail in West Ocala.

Local
2 years ago
Update on plans for new animal shelter for Marion County

A groundbreaking ceremony is tentatively scheduled for this fall, and the facility is expected to be fully operational by December 2025.

Mugshot of Morani Hopkins.
Crime & Safety
2 years ago
Ocala man arrested on 56 charges of sexual exploitation of children

Marion County Sheriff’s Office says 21-year-old Morani Hopkins gave narcotics to teen girls and produced sex videos with them.

Local
2 years ago
New radio towers in Marion County promise to improve public safety communications

The new radio towers will increase radio range for 95% of Marion County, according to Marion County Fire Rescue.

Community
2 years ago
Mural unveiled at Marion County Boys & Girls Club recognizes Ocala businessman for his generosity

The Boys & Girls Club of Marion County showed its appreciation to Frank DeLuca of DeLuca Toyota for his years of philanthropy.

Local
2 years ago
Alachua County firefighters rescue kitten trapped in car’s engine compartment

This story gives the term an “engine purring” new meaning.