Protestors hosting ‘All of US 250’ event in downtown Ocala this Saturday
A local group that has staged several protests and demonstrations over the past year and a half says it will stage another event to promote national unity ahead of the country’s 250th birthday. The Ocala Blue Dots will host the “All of US 250” protest on Saturday, June 27,...
Husband jailed after violent altercation with estranged wife who went apartment hunting
A husband was arrested following a violent altercation with his estranged wife that began while she was apartment hunting and ended at their home at Lakeside Landings in Oxford. Charles Emitt Brown II, 39, is facing a felony charge of domestic battery by strangulation following his arrest Wednesday evening. According..
Scantily clad DUI suspect arrested at local restaurant
A scantily clad woman suspected of driving under the influence was nabbed with open liquor and cocaine at a local restaurant. Casey Nicole Roberts, 24, of Fruitland Park, was driving in the wee hours Tuesday on U.S. Hwy 27/441 when a police officer noticed she was unable to maintain a proper lane, according to an arres
Unlicensed Mexican to be turned over to ICE after caught driving without license in...
A Mexican national is facing deportation after he was caught driving without a license in The Villages. Pablo Cruzrosales, 40, of Ocala, was behind the wheel of a white Ford F-150 at about 8:45 a.m. Tuesday when a Sumter County sheriff’s deputy spotted the pickup truck traveling east through the intersection of State R
Thoroughbred foal rescued in animal cruelty case gets second chance in Marion County
A thoroughbred foal named Annie is recovering from one of the largest animal seizure cases in Citrus County after being adopted by a Marion County woman who is providing round-the-clock care.
State Attorney clears Marion County deputy in Reddick shooting: ‘I was going to die’
REDDICK, Fla. (WCJB) - Authorities have determined the Marion County Sheriff’s deputy who shot and killed a man during an incident in Reddick in September 2025 acted lawfully. In a letter from the Fifth Judicial Circuit State Attorney’s Office, an assistant state attorney shared the outcome of her investigation...
Marion County man claims $10 million Powerball prize
MARION COUNTY, Fla. – A Marion County man is $10 million richer after winning big in a recent Powerball drawing. The Florida Lottery announced that Christopher Trail, 51, claimed a $10 million prize from the Powerball drawing held March 11, 2026. Trail claimed his winnings at Lottery Headquarters in Tallahassee on Marc
Driver with suspended license and no insurance tries to lie about crash
A Wildwood man with a suspended license was arrested after he allegedly convinced his female passenger to switch seats with him following a three-vehicle crash on U.S. 301. Tyler James Liccardi, 30, was arrested Tuesday morning on multiple charges, including felony driving while license suspended (third or subsequent o
Heat index soars as storm chances ramp up Thursday. Here’s the latest
ORLANDO, Fla. – Another hot and humid day is ahead for Central Florida, with temperatures climbing well into the 90s and scattered afternoon thunderstorms expected to develop as sea breezes collide across the area. Light south to southwest winds will allow the east coast sea breeze to move inland,...
Celebrate Local with Summer Eats & Artisan Expo at Ocala’s The Arc of Marion
OCALA, FL (352today.com) – Enjoy a day of delectable treats, celebrating artistry and a lively day out on Saturday, June 27 from noon-6 p.m. S&G Events invites the community to join in the festivities at The Arc of Marion, 2800 SE Maricamp Rd, Ocala. This Summer Eats & Artisan...

















