Jaden Rashada’s NIL Lawsuit Settlement Reignites Regret Over Billy Napier’s Florida Era
Jaden Rashada and former Florida head coach Billy Napier have settled their high-profile NIL lawsuit tied to a failed $14 million deal. While the agreement avoids trial, fans say the fallout still lingers over Florida’s turbulent era. The post Jaden Rashada’s NIL Lawsuit Settlement Reignites Regret Over Billy...
Trial set for Gainesville felon indicted by grand jury
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (WCJB) - A grand jury indicted a Gainesville felon, and he faces charges including methamphetamine distribution, possession of a firearm and ammunition by a convicted felon, United States Attorney for the Northern District of Florida John P. Heekin announced on Wednesday. Officials say the trial for...
Marion County Reminds Community of Watering Restrictions Due to Drought Conditions
MARION COUNTY, FL (352today.com) – Marion County officials are reminding residents and businesses that watering restrictions remain in place across the county due to ongoing dry conditions and declining water levels. Marion County falls within two separate water management districts, and rules vary depending on...
Plea hearing signals possible end to Sebastian Ochsenius case
It took 14 years for law enforcement to identify a suspect in the death of 16-year-old Sebastian Ochsenius, who was fatally shot in his Gainesville home in 2010. Now, less than two years later, the case appears to be coming to an end. Court records show a change of plea hearing has been scheduled for Timothy Eugene...
Summerfield man arrested after alleged incident involving granddaughter over holidays
A Summerfield man was arrested on a charge of battery after allegedly pushing past his granddaughter to speak with her husband. The granddaughter of 71-year-old Robert Franklin Toms spoke to a deputy about an alleged crime on Feb. 17, according to an arrest report from the Marion County Sheriff’s Office. She stated...
Overcrowding, charter schools brought into question as ACPS school board discusses zoning maps
In a nearly four-hour meeting Tuesday, the Alachua County School Board discussed the modified elementary and high school rezoning maps. The board requested the maps be redrawn in a workshop meeting Feb. 26. Elementary school maps. The original maps propose the closure of up to five elementary schools: Alachua,...
Gainesville teacher case heads back to judge after complaint re-filed
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (WCJB) - A Gainesville High School teacher who was removed from her classroom after calling a student a dictator is headed back to an administrative judge. Commissioner of Education Anastasios Kamoutsas re-filed his complaint against teacher Lauren Watts in February. A previous case was dismissed by...
Registration open for 2026 Citizens Academy
This free, nine-week program provides a behind-the-scenes look at County operations, partnering with various local agencies, including the sheriff's office, supervisor of elections, tax collector, property appraiser, clerk of the court, the health department, school district, judicial system, and much more. The post...
‘Toughest kid on the block’: ADA lawsuit dismissed against Satchel’s Pizza
Satchel Raye rejected a $6,000 ADA lawsuit settlement against Satchel's Pizza and the case was dismissed with prejudice, ending the legal battle. Plaintiff Makeda Evans filed 52 ADA lawsuits mostly targeting local businesses for website accessibility issues over the past 18 months. The lawsuit involved website...
Three men arrested in Valentine’s Day attack on teen at Oaks Mall
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (WCJB) - Three men are in custody in connection with an attack on a 19-year-old at Oaks Mall on Valentine’s Day, according to Gainesville police. Gainesville police said Kellis Kennedy, 19, Ra-Jon White, 19, and Vontrell Scott, 18, ambushed Elijah Williams at Kay Jewelers and beat him. Police said...
