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State clears FHP trooper who fatally shot a man on I-75 in north Marion County, Florida
A deadly 2024 shooting by an FHP trooper was lawful self defense, prosecutors have determined. Here's what we know about the ...
Florida legislative session on brink as DeSantis, House feud threatens May 2 finale
Billions of dollars in differences between the House and Senate, and including the DeSantis, House brawl, cloud odds of an on-time session finish.
School board selects Danielle Brewer, a local administrator, for interim superintendent
Of the seven candidates for interim superintendent, the Marion County School Board chose Danielle Brewer. Here's what we know ...
University of Florida study: Risky human behavior is the cause for most alligator bites
There have been 490 alligator attacks in Florida since 1948, including 27 that were fatal, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.
Gov. Ron DeSantis visits Marion County, hands out $5,000 bonus checks to 12 new deputies
Gov. Ron DeSantis was in Marion County on April 2 to give deputies $5,000 checks as part of Law Enforcement Recruitment Bonus Payment Program.
Two-Minute Drill for April 3: Gators in Final Four; High school all-area winter teams
The Gators will take on Auburn on Saturday with a big in the national title game on the line; high school sports all-area teams for winter are here.