Mother driving her 3 children dies after dump truck pulls in front of minivan: FHP

A mother driving three of her children was killed after a dump truck crossed into the path of her Dodge minivan in Homosassa on Wednesday morning, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Over 60 grams of fentanyl seized during Citrus County drug bust: CCSO

More than 60 grams of fentanyl was taken off the street after a traffic stop in Homosassa, according to the Citrus County Sheriff's Office.

Bay Area town named one of the most charming in America by HGTV

HGTV recently searched for the most charming towns in America and a Citrus County city snagged a spot on the list. 

Florida couple reunited with dog after 17-day search

Every devoted dog owner's nightmare of their furry friend running away became a reality earlier this month for a South Florida couple.

Jessica Lunsford's disappearance: Citrus County sheriff reflects on murder case 20 years later

Monday marks 20 years since 9-year-old Jessica Lunsford disappeared. A known sex offender was found guilty of murdering her, and the case has gone on to spark major changes in legislation.

DOGE cuts impact Bay Area wildlife refuge

Sweeping federal workforce cuts are trickling down to the Tampa Bay area. The Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge is now operating at 50% staffing after two park rangers were terminated on Friday.

1 killed in fire at Citrus County home

One person died in a fire that destroyed a Citrus County home late Tuesday, fire officials said.

Citrus County couple at odds with the county over size of new manufactured home

A Citrus County couple who lost their home in the hurricanes is at a stalemate with the County, unable to move into a new manufactured home on their property.

Man arrested in child porn investigation, more charges possible: CCSO

A Floral City man was arrested for possession and transmission of child pornography on Thursday, according to the Citrus County Sheriff’s Office.

Crystal River resident hospitalized after house fire breaks out: CCFR

A Crystal River resident was hospitalized after a fire broke out at their home early on Monday morning, according to Citrus County Fire Rescue.

1 person and a dog die after fire destroys mobile home in Crystal River

A mobile home in a Crystal River community was destroyed by a fire, killing one person and a dog on Saturday morning, according to Citrus County Fire Rescue.