Alarm sounded over MCSO jail safety
“Gazette” needs community’s assistance to gather details of subpar care for prisoners.
Ocala City Council approves $5.95 million radio contract for OPD
The decision cited the company’s superior local support and system compatibility over a lower bidder.
Teen charged with having firearm on school property
The gun had a “partially loaded magazine with 16 rounds of 9mm ammunition” but no round in the chamber, according to the arrest affidavit.
Multiple charges for three accused in bank robbery, chase
Teller was briefly taken hostage, leading to kidnapping charge for one defendant.
Service honors slain Ocala man
The prayer service and candlelight vigil included a call to action to combat gun violence.
Officer-involved shooting part of apparent bank robbery
A white male received non-life-threatening wounds to his wrist and he and two other suspects were transported to a hospital.

