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Humphrey, who fit a vague FBI profile of the killer, was never charged with murder but the damage to his reputation had been done.
Read More »Once The Prime Suspect, Ed Humphrey Was Left To Lead Life With A Tainted Reputation
Gainesville Fire Rescue, Firefighters Working To Address First Responder Suicide Rate
Gainesville Fire Rescue has taken up several measures to minimize the impact of trauma, through peer support counseling and new training programs discussing work-related stress and PTSD with firefighters and new recruits.
Read More »Ocala Mayor Kent Guinn Eyes Run For Congress
Incumbent U.S. Rep. Ted Yoho, R-Gainesville, announced his retirement earlier this week.
Read More »Ocala Council Blocks Winning Candidate From Office Over 33-Year-Old Felony Conviction, Delays Decision On Another Election
Ocala dramatically blocked its newly elected councilman from taking office Tuesday night over a 33-year-old felony cocaine conviction. The case is believed to be the first time a Florida politician has been disqualified after an election because of serious crimes.
Read More »Ocala Council Election Thrown Into Turmoil Over Winning Candidate’s Felony Arrests
Councilman-elect, Tyrone E. Oliver, 63, acknowledged that he had been charged with drug felonies in 1986 but said the cases had been "handled."
Read More »How RTS And Alachua County Schools Have Worked To Improve Bus Safety
The 167 RTS-involved lawsuits and insurance claims have been filed against the city since fiscal year 2014, costing the city about $1 million in settlements and legal fees.
Read More »In Ocala, Remembering The Bowens’ Sacrifices In Vietnam And Afterward
On Feb. 6, 1968, Hammett Bowen Junior left Ocala to enlist in the U.S. Army and fight in the Vietnam War.
Read More »Michael Reuschel Found Guilty On All Counts In Wife’s Stabbing
The defense is preparing for a sentencing hearing before Judge William Davis next month.
Read More »Michael Reuschel Takes The Stand In Attempted Murder Case
Michael Reuschel testified for six hours on Tuesday about the February 2018 stabbing of his wife for which he stands trial.
Read More »Medical Experts, Sheriff’s Deputy Testify As Trial Of Michael Reuschel Nears A Close
Judge William Davis said the court will hold jury conference on Tuesday, with closing to follow on Wednesday.
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