5 dead in 3 crashes on I-4 across Central Florida over 48 hours
Central Florida saw a deadly 48 hours on Interstate 4, with five people killed in three separate crashes across three counties. A multi-vehicle pileup late Saturday night blocked I-4 and claimed multiple lives. On Monday morning, an e-bike rider was killed in a separate crash in Orange County.
Marion County creating ‘Put Down the Phone Day’ to disconnect kids from screens
Ocala and Marion County officials are creating a new “Put the Phone Down” campaign to disconnect local children from screens, with reports suggesting kids ages 8 to 12 spend an average of 4 to 6 hours a day on screens, and teens spend up to 9 hours a day.
Motorcyclist Struck Saturday on Silver Springs Blvd. in Ocala Dies from Injuries
OCALA, FL (352today.com) – A vehicle operator who was involved in a motorcycle-vs-vehicle accident on Silver Springs Blvd. in Ocala on Saturday has died from their injuries. The accident occurred in the westbound lanes near the 4200 block of E. Silver Springs Blvd, around 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 4. One lane was...
72 homes sought for Ocala site near busy SR 200 intersection
A property owner is seeking approval to develop 72 homes at a 19.62-acre site in Ocala, less than a mile from one of the city’s busiest intersections. The new development, Capozolli Hills, was one of the agenda items discussed during the Marion County Development Review Committee’s weekly meeting, which takes place...
Husband and wife get into argument after returning home from Taco Bell
A Leesburg man was arrested for battery after allegedly hitting his wife in the face and pushing her to the ground during an argument. An officer responded to a battery at an undisclosed Leesburg residence around 8:40 p.m. Tuesday, according to an arrest report from the Leesburg Police Department. Dispatch advised...
Equine Fatality at Ocala Fall Horse Trials
It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of Ataviuos, owned and ridden by Erin Farrell, following an accident during the Ocala Fall Horse Trials at the Florida Horse Park in Ocala, Florida, on Sunday. Erin and Ataviuos, a 7-year-old Thoroughbred gelding (Hard Spun x Wild Silk), were...
Marion County, FL, Outback Steakhouse in Ocala cited for 10 violations during state inspection
Outback Steakhouse at 4899 E Silver Springs Blvd in Ocala, Marion County, was cited for 10 violations during a Sept. 4, 2025, inspection by the Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation, including one high-priority violation that led to an administrative complaint recommendation.
Young Guns Defendant Sentenced for Murder, Robbery in Central Florida
A Young Guns defendant was sentenced for murder and robbery in Central Florida. During a recent hearing, Young Guns defendant Zachariah Sanders was sentenced to 50 years in prison. He entered a no-contest plea earlier this month to Second-Degree Murder (Firearm), Robbery with a Firearm and Tampering with Physical...
Old Man Morse would be horrified at condition of the ponds
If Old Man Morse saw these ponds today he would turn over in his grave. It’s a total disgrace the way they are taken care of.
3 people confirmed dead after plane departs Kentucky and crashes in Florida
The National Transportation Safety Board reported that an investigation is underway regarding a plane crash in Florida after the plane reportedly departed from Lebanon, Kentucky on Sunday.
