Teen cancer survivor wins new Honda Civic in Bear-a-Thon raffle
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (WCJB) - In addition to raising thousands of dollars for pediatric cancer research, a charity put a big smile on a 17-year-old’s face on Wednesday. The 26th annual Bear-a-Thon concluded with a gala last weekend. The fundraiser received $115,250 in donations this year to benefit Stop Children’s...
Florida begins first prosecutions under controversial ‘Halo Law’ intended to protect law enforcement
The first people arrested and prosecuted under the law say they were left in the dark
After brain cancer treatment, Michael Bolton says he has a ‘heightened sense of appreciation’...
Michael Bolton has a new love of life after a recent scan revealed he is clear of the brain cancer that he was diagnosed with in 2023.
Richard Gere and wife eye US comeback months after moving to Spain
Richard Gere and his wife Alejandra are already making plans to move back to the US after relocating to Spain at the end of 2024.
Jalisco Town Opening in Gainesville
According to recent public records, a new Mexican restaurant is coming to Gainesville. Jalisco Town 2 will soon open at 4401 N.W. 25. In a brief interview, ownership informed What Now that they are planning to open by mid May, but the actual date is dependent on the state of permits.
Towing business in Belleview consumed by fire
A garage bay at a towing company in Belleview was destroyed by fire on Monday. Marion County Fire Rescue units responded to reports of a commercial fire at Dave’s Towing at 9870 S US Highway 441 in Belleview on Monday, April 28, at around 2:16 p.m. Multiple 911 callers...
17-year-old used Roblox to exploit young children, Marion County deputies say
Miami man arrested for leading Levy County deputies on chase, ramming patrol car. The chase began on US 19 near Lebanon Station when a deputy tried to pull Willis over. Instead of stopping, deputies say he sped off. Youngest suspect agrees to testify against others in Ocklawaha murder trial. Updated:...
Gainesville man arrested for reaching for gun while being detained for involuntary mental health...
Victor Luis Bruce, 21, was arrested for allegedly reaching for a gun in his waistband while officers were attempting to detain him for involuntary mental health treatment; his family reportedly said he had threatened to "shoot up" Ignite Life Center. The post Gainesville man arrested for reaching for gun while being...
Florida teen awakens from coma months after scooter crash
MARION OAKS, Fla. - Jermaine Bridges, a 15-year-old from Marion Oaks, is recovering after spending nearly four months in a coma following a car accident involving his electric scooter. His mother spoke exclusively with FOX 35 News and said his road to s full recovery is a long one. ‘It’s...
Boy arrested at 12 years old pleads guilty in Marion County teen murders
MARION COUNTY, Fla. – A boy who was arrested at 12 years old in connection to the 2023 shooting deaths of three teens in Marion County has pleaded guilty, court records show. Fourteen-year-old Christopher Atkins and two others — Tahj Brewton, now 18, and Robert Robinson, now 19 —...