Citrus County schools close as emergency officials assess damage from EF-2 tornado
Classes were canceled in Citrus County for Thursday, October 12, after an EF-2 tornado touched down early Thursday morning.
Strong storms leave path of destruction, debris across Bay Area: ‘It looked like the Wizard of Oz’
As daylight broke across the Bay Area, residents in several communities got a good look at damage and debris left behind after strong storms, and tornadoes, rolled through overnight.
Citrus County Sheriff's Office launches campaign focused on mental health, substance abuse issues
Millions of Floridian struggle with mental health issues. That's why a new Citrus County Sheriff’s Office campaign is focusing on how mental health and substance abuse issues are often linked to crime.
Armed Florida man in tactical vest driving wrong way threatens driver before leading deputies on chase: CCSO
A Homosassa man is facing numerous charges after deputies say he pulled a gun on a driver who confronted him for traveling the wrong way and then led law enforcement on a chase through two counties Tuesday night.
4 men arrested in Citrus County following investigation into firearm, drug trafficking: CCSO
Four people were arrested in Citrus Springs on several charges including firearm and drug trafficking on Thursday.
CCSO: Fentanyl seized during undercover investigation could've killed 52,000 adults
On Friday afternoon, 226 grams of methamphetamine and 104 grams of fentanyl were seized after a Citrus County Sheriff's Office (CCSO) undercover operation.
Citrus County man sentenced to 30 years for producing child sex abuse images and videos
A 31-year-old Citrus Spring man was sentenced to 30 year is federal prison for producing child sex abuse material, according to officials.
Inverness home completely destroyed in fire, officials say
Multiple 911 calls reported a two-story stilt home engulfed in flames on Wednesday morning, according to firefighters.
Hurricane Idalia recovery efforts continue one week after floods devastated Citrus County
It's been one week since the storm surge-fueled flood water from Hurricane Idalia devastated Crystal River in Citrus County and home and business owners continued the recovery effort Thursday.
Citrus County man arrested for trafficking methamphetamine during Hurricane Idalia
A Citrus County man was arrested for trafficking in methamphetamine while Hurricane Idalia raged off the gulf coast of Florida, the sheriff's office announced Wednesday.
CCSO: Inverness couple arrested for sex crimes involving minor before Hurricane Idalia hit Florida
An Inverness couple was arrested on Tuesday after an investigation revealed they sent nude images and graphic videos to an underage girl they attempted to meet, according to deputies.
Citrus County business owners left picking up pieces in Hurricane Idalia aftermath
Home and business owners in Citrus County began dealing with the aftermath of Hurricane Idalia Thursday, expecting the recovery to last days – potentially weeks.
Hurricane Idalia: Citrus County issues curfew for residents in Flood Zone A, travel prohibited
It's been a long day for those working to rescue residents who chose to ride out Hurricane Idalia.
Crystal River serving as a refuge for the Florida Manatee
The home of the headwaters of Crystal River is also the only Federal refuge specifically created to protect the Florida Manatee.
Burglary suspects taken into custody after crashing into Citrus County deputy
Two people were arrested on Friday night after a business reported a burglary in progress off West Cedar Street in Crystal River.
Man shot by armed suspects while trying to sell guns at Citrus County home, deputies say
A man was shot at his home while attempting to sell firearms to the accused shooters, according to the Citrus County Sheriff's Office (CCSO).
Man accused of posing as Citrus County deputy arrested after confronting Homosassa couple at gun point: CCSO
Eric Johnson, 32, is facing a long list of charges after investigators say he impersonated a deputy and held a couple at gunpoint at their home in Homosassa on Wednesday.
7-year-old Crystal River boy competing for 'Best Mullet' in national competition
A 7-year-old from Crystal River is competing in a national competition for the title "Best Mullet in America."
Lightning strike causes $53,000 worth of damage in Citrus County home fire, officials say
A fire caused $53,000 worth of damage to a Citrus County home after first responders said lightning struck in the area Sunday afternoon.
Mount Dora man dies after fleeing traffic stop, deputies say
A Mount Dora man died on Saturday after a high-speed chase ended in a fatal crash.