Pair arrested after nightclub patron said a man threatened him with a gun
Juan Pozada Zepeda, 31, of Honduras, and Jose Torres Vazquez, 32, of Mexico, were arrested early this morning after Pozada Zepeda allegedly threatened a patron of The Loft with a gun and Torres Vazquez allegedly punched the victim. The post Pair arrested after nightclub patron said a man threatened him with a gun...
Lake City celebrates Fourth of July with community event
Marion County Fire Rescue responded to a residential structure fire and saves 12 dogs. Two injured in early morning shooting in Lake City. Lake City Police Department responded to a report of a person shot early Saturday morning. Gainesville Police Department investigates teen shooting. Updated: 3 hours ago....
Gainesville Police Department investigates teen shooting
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (WCJB) - Gainesville Police Department responded to a shooting early Saturday morning. When officers arrived at 50 SW 1st Street around 2:30 a.m. they found a 17-year-old victim suffering from a gunshot to the thigh. Officers were able to provide aid until Alachua County Fire Rescue arrived and...
Alachua man arrested for raping homeless woman
Taverous Tywon Lorenza Williams, 27, of Alachua, was arrested in June and charged with raping and stabbing a woman who was sleeping on an empty lot in Alachua in January. The post Alachua man arrested for raping homeless woman appeared first on Alachua Chronicle .
Which Ocala-area place made the list? Our 16 best Old Florida-style restaurants
Forget the chain restaurants and make sure your next road trip includes a taste of Old Florida. From salty oyster bars and waterfront fish camps to quirky roadside diners and historic steakhouses, the Sunshine State is packed with restaurants that serve more than just food — they dish out history, charm and a whole...
Alachua celebrates Independence Day with fireworks celebration
ALACHUA, Fla. (WCJB) - A large crowd gathered at Legacy Park in the city of Alachua to celebrate the nation’s birthday at the “largest small-town fireworks display.”. Friday night wasn’t just about the celebration. For many families, it was a chance to make memories with the people they love.
Bizarre Armed Hostage Situation Between Coworkers Leads To Deputy-Involved Shooting In Florida
A Florida man is facing multiple felony charges after a bizarre hostage situation ended with a deputy-involved shooting outside a Bonefish Grill in Gainesville Wednesday night. According to the Alachua County Sheriff’s Office, the incident began earlier in the day, when a group of coworkers from Firehouse Subs...
The Serial Killer Who Inspired “Scream ”Terrorized My College Town 35 Years Ago and...
In 1990, five students — four of whom attended the University of Florida in Gainesville — were murdered by a man who'd later be dubbed the "Gainesville Ripper"
Marion County firefighters rescue 12 dogs from mobile home fire
Firefighters in Marion County rescued 12 dogs from a mobile home fire on the Fourth of July, Marion County Fire Rescue said.
Bradford County, FL Restaurants with the most inspection violations since January 2025
Nine restaurants in Bradford County received multiple violations during Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation inspections since January 2025. Two of the restaurants had more than 20 violations each, and all of the inspected eateries had at least double-digit citations, according to state reports.