Renovations on Monkey Island underway to upgrade primates' sandy home on Homosassa River
Monkey Island along the Homosassa River is now getting some much-needed upgrades. After it was created in the 1960s, very little has been updated. Now, thanks to the community, renovations at the tiny, sandy home -- where Ralph, Ebony, and Emily reside -- are officially underway.
Drug dealer arrested in Citrus County man's fentanyl overdose death
A Beverly Hills drug dealer was arrested in the overdose death of 53-year-old Inverness man, according to Citrus County deputies.
Inmate kills fellow inmate in Citrus County
One inmate is dead and another inmate has been charged with murder following an altercation at the Citrus County Detention Facility.
Citrus County drug bust leads to seizure of guns, cash, $1M worth of cocaine
A six-month investigation in Citrus County led to three arrests. Detectives seized firearms, nearly $8,000 in cash, and $1 million worth of cocaine.
Citrus County foundation offers support for colon cancer patients
A colon cancer survivor is helping patients absorb the shock of diagnosis by providing support and information.
Investigators: Off-duty detention deputy killed in Citrus County home, ex-girlfriend arrested
An Ocala woman has been arrested for murdering her ex-boyfriend, who was a detention deputy for the Marion County Sheriff's Office, investigators said.
Take a ride on the wild side on a boat tour of the Homosassa River
The town of Homosassa may be small, but it has a lot to offer and tourists come from all over the globe to enjoy it.
Citrus County restaurant serves up American classics
There’s a small restaurant in Citrus County serving up the classic American combination of good burgers and cold root beer.
Armed man arrested after barricading himself in Floral City home
After a suspect barricaded himself inside a Citrus County home, forcing neighbors to evacuate as a precaution, deputies said there was a peaceful resolution and he is in custody.
Nearly 60 roosters, hens bred to fight seized from Citrus County property, deputies say
A Citrus County man is facing animal cruelty charges after investigators say he was illegally breeding roosters and hens for cock fights.
Man left fighting for his life after violent road rage attack in Citrus County
A violent road rage attack in Citrus County sent a man to the hospital fighting for his life, and the driver responsible behind bars. Investigators said Kristopher Hite intentionally swerved his SUV into the next lane, slamming into the man riding his motorcycle.
Citrus deputies: Road rage driver violently hit motorcyclist, leaving him on life support
Deputies arrested a Homosassa man for attempted vehicular homicide after they say he intentionally crashed into a motorcyclist in a road rage incident, critically injuring the victim and leaving him on life support.
Registered sex offender on supervised release arrested for sexually battering minor, Citrus sheriff says
A Florida registered sex offender recently released from prison is back behind bars after investigators say he sexually battered a minor.
CCSO: Armed serial bank robber headed toward playground in custody after being shot by trooper
An accused serial bank robber has been taken into custody after being shot by a state trooper as he headed toward a playground armed with a rifle following a chase.
FHP: Bank robbery suspect shot by trooper in Crystal River
A bank robbery suspect was shot by a Florida Highway Patrol trooper in Crystal River on Thursday, officials said.
Drunk driver collides with motorcycle seriously injuring 2 in Citrus County, troopers say
Two people were seriously injured after a drunk driver crashed into their motorcycle Saturday night, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Red Flag Warning issued as fire risk increases around Tampa Bay
Dry air and moderate to high winds are stoking concerns that brush fires could become a problem in Bay Area counties Wednesday.
Deputies shoot, kill man following domestic disturbance in Citrus County
A domestic disturbance turned deadly Friday night when deputies shot and killed a man who allegedly pointed a weapon in their direction.
‘Bureaucratic disaster’: Citrus County man trying to return to U.S. with new Ukrainian bride
One week after Jeff Patton, of Citrus County, went to Ukraine to get married, Russia invaded the country.
Florida couple quarantined on cruise at start of COVID-19 pandemic shares story in new documentary
The cruise liner Diamond Princess became a prison for Gay and Phil Courter of Crystal River after they became quarantined in Japan at the start of the pandemic.