News
Ocala courts: Victim's wife testifies for the defense in murder trial
1+ hour, 59+ min ago (106+ words) The wife of a man shot and killed by his grandson testified in court, revealing her late husband's criminal past. Ocala courts: Victim's wife testifies for the defense in murder trial The wife of a man who was shot and…...
Ocala courthouse: Victim's family feels betrayed by plea deal
13+ hour, 55+ min ago (99+ words) Family and friends of Willie Lee Jones expressed betrayal and anger after Johnnie Bee Samuel, accused of his murder, accepted a plea deal for just over 20 years in prison. Ocala courthouse: Victim's family feels betrayed by plea deal Family and…...
Gun used in fatal Rhode Island rink shooting bought in Florida
13+ hour, 57+ min ago (215+ words) One of the two guns involved in a mass shooting'in February 2026 at a Rhode Island ice skating rink was bought in Florida, authorities said. The Glock 29 was purchased in Jacksonville in 2021, according to an investigation by the U.S. Bureau of Alcohol,…...
John Travolta mourns 'brilliant friend' Robert Duvall, who died at 95
2+ day, 2+ hour ago (375+ words) John Travolta, who lives north of Ocala, was among those on Feb. 16 who publicly mourned actor Robert Duvall. Travolta, who starred with Duvall in two movies, took to Instagram to remember the fellow actor and the time they spent together....
Deputies kill 2 dogs after they attacked Florida man, now hospitalized
2+ day, 2+ hour ago (152+ words) Florida deputies fatally shot two dogs who were attacking a man who had to be airlifted to a hospital for his injuries. Miami-Dade Sheriff's deputies responded to a home Monday afternoon when they heard screaming in the backyard, according to…...
Jury selected in Marion County; man accused of killing his grandfather
2+ day, 3+ hour ago (128+ words) Jury selection is complete for Mike Anthony Jones Jr., accused of shooting and killing his grandfather in Marion County. Jury selected in Marion County; man accused of killing his grandfather Jury selection for a man accused of shooting and killing…...
Man convicted of fatal shooting outside Marion Oaks barbershop sentenced
2+ day, 3+ hour ago (113+ words) Man convicted of fatal shooting outside Marion Oaks barbershop sentenced'Ocala StarBanner Man convicted of fatal shooting outside Marion Oaks barbershop sentenced A judge on Feb. 16 sentenced Melvin Arias to a 45-year prison term after a jury found him guilty of…...
Marion County Athlete of the Week poll, nominations for Feb. 9-14
2+ day, 3+ hour ago (579+ words) As the winter sports season winds down in Marion County, the spring season is finally getting underway. This means this week's Athlete of the Week Poll has its first batch of baseball and lacrosse players from around the county. In…...
Photos: Man accused of killing his grandfather stands trial in Ocala
2+ day, 8+ hour ago (12+ words) Photos: Man accused of killing his grandfather stands trial in Ocala'Ocala StarBanner...
Navigating a Legal Claim Post-Accident is Ocala
2+ day, 13+ hour ago (286+ words) To this end, understanding your rights and knowing how to pursue a personal injury claim can help you secure compensation and support your recovery. That's why a specialist like an Ocala personal injury lawyer from Bogin, Munns & Munns can be…...