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Florida is called the "Sunshine State" for a reason, though it turns out that one city reigns above the rest when it comes to weather.
With so many people moving to Florida over the past few years, it’s little surprise that housing costs have become a big concern for many.
A 33-year-old Ocala man sunbathing on the beach was injured on Saturday in Volusia County when a vehicle ran him over while trying to back into a parking spot, according to a news release.
Last week, nearly a dozen restaurants across Central Florida were forced to close after a visit from a state health inspector, according to the Florida DBPR.
A Florida man who was inside an Ocala laundromat when it exploded last year is suing the owners for the explosion, along with the companies that installed the gas plumbing system for the business.
A man and two juveniles face charges after deputies said they drove a person to a park in Marion County where they beat and robbed the victim, according to a news release.
A documentary coming to Netflix focuses on “stand your ground” laws through the lens of Ajike Owens’ shooting death at the hands of her Ocala neighbor, Susan Lorincz, who has since been sentenced to prison.
Ocala police Chief Mike Balken held a news conference to announce changes in policy and the disciplining of officers in the fatal shooting of three dogs earlier this year.
A man was arrested while trying to board a flight after he was accused of multiple charges including sexual battery and lewd molestation, the Marion County Sheriff’s Office said in a news release.
With spring break quickly approaching, if you’re looking to stay in the Central Florida area but still get out of the house and enjoy the warm weather, here are 10 events to visit or activities to do. Let’s go!
An Ocala man accused of being responsible for the death of a diver back in 2020 has now been found guilty, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office.
During his speech about a massive expansion project along Interstate 75, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced plans for yet another upcoming Buc-ee’s location in the state.
A portion of Interstate 75 in Florida will be expanded with more lanes through part of Central Florida, according to Gov. Ron DeSantis.
An Ocala man who coaches youth sports and helps run a children’s sports and entertainment business has been arrested.
In a meeting that was well over capacity, hundreds of people packed tightly together inside the Astor Community Association Thursday to weigh in on the future use of the Silver Glen Springs.
Several hospitals, including six in Central Florida, are suing UnitedHealthcare for underpaying for emergency services provided, according to court records.
A 44-year-old man on foot along Interstate 75 in Ocala was struck by a car and killed while "darting in and out of northbound traffic," according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
A 50-year-old Ocala woman was killed in a two-vehicle crash in Marion County on Saturday morning, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
An Ocala man was sentenced to 15 years in federal prison for attempting to entice a minor to engage in sexual activity, according to a press release by the United States Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Florida.
On the same day that Ocala celebrated its newest Safe Haven Baby Box, News 6 received a heartwarming update about a newborn named Zoey, who was rescued from one just two years ago this month.
Central Florida’s culinary scene is in the spotlight as several local chefs and restaurants have been named semifinalists for the prestigious 2025 James Beard Awards.
Marion County Public Schools canceled outdoor after-school activities as the area braces for colder weather sweeping across Central Florida.
Ocala City Council will decide whether to terminate its contract with the company behind its Fourth of July drone show after the same company had an incident at its holiday show over Lake Eola.
Detectives said they found two 50-gallon drums and a large tank in the back of the minivan that appeared to be filled with fuel.
State regulators didn’t do anything wrong when they rejected a medical-marijuana company’s request to open dispensaries near or adjacent to convenience stores, an administrative law judge decided on Tuesday.
The Marion County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help locating a missing, endangered 16-year-old girl last seen Tuesday morning.
Several drone shows hosted by Sky Elements, including those in Central Florida, have been canceled following a drone accident at Lake Eola on Saturday. Universal Orlando has also grounded its drones, citing extra precautions.
A popular local Santa Claus is thanking doctors and nurses who helped him get back on his feet after a fall from a ladder nearly left him paralyzed.
The Florida Government Utility Authority announced a precautionary boil water notice affecting the Ocala Oaks community in Marion County.
A high school teacher in Marion County faces charges for inappropriately touching one of his students, officials said.
A 14-year-old boy faces a second-degree murder charge in the shooting death of a man found dead in his car last year near a Dollar General in Marion County, according to the sheriff's office.
From markets to festivals to drive-through displays, the options are endless when it comes to holiday fun.
A 25-year-old Ocala woman was killed in a Lake County crash after the vehicle she was driving lost control and drove into a retention pond on Sunday evening, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
The man told a deputy that he was riding his motorcycle around the property with his son when an Amazon driver sped through the area, detectives said.
Whether it’s a solo sojourn, a classic date idea, or just a family-friendly activity, going to the movies can be a fun experience for many.
A 77-year-old Ocala woman crossing an unlit street in Marion County was struck and killed by an SUV, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
A 37-year-old Ocala man riding a motorcycle through Marion County died after crashing into an SUV, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
The bar made headlines after she was arrested by undercover detectives while drinking inside. Nowadays, guests can enjoy a drink right where she sat.
A PE teacher in Ocala is accused of sending “inappropriate content” to a 16-year-old over Snapchat, according to the Ocala Police Department.
They're an unlikely team: a recently-hired police officer from Tanzania and an Army veteran born and raised in Ocala tackling crime together in one of the city's roughest spots - Berkeley Pointe apartments.
A person suffering a medical emergency in Ocala was rescued after driving an SUV through a subdivision's entry gate, then into a pond, according to the fire department.
The Ocala Police Department is asking for the public’s help identifying human remains found in August 2000 when crews were excavating a water pipe, according to a news release.
An Ocala man faces DUI manslaughter and other charges following his involvement in a crash that killed a 72-year-old Clermont woman and left three others hurt, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
A vehicle pursuit in Ocala which ended at a diner led to officers firing their weapons, yet the driver was not struck, according to police.
Experts, manufacturers, and first responders came to Florida Fire State College to help create rules to prevent and stop lithium-ion battery fires.
The Florida Department of Financial Services held its first hearing in Tallahassee on Thursday designed to help craft new safety rules on the storage of lithium-ion batteries.
She claimed she stole the money because she’d become “addicted to stealing the payroll funds,” DOJ officials announced.
The Edgar Allan Poe Cocktail Experience, a “chilling cocktail experience dedicated to the stories” of the American writer, is coming to three Central Florida cities in September.
According to court records, he took a couple out on his boat for their first dive back in 2020, though the wife was sucked under into the propeller when he put it in reverse.
