Former Alachua County sheriff and Florida state senator Steve Oelrich died late Monday night (Sept. 16, 2024), according to ...

GAINESVILLE, Fla. (WCJB) - The change in leadership at the Alachua County Sheriff’s Office includes more than just the sheriff. Undersheriff Joel DeCoursey Jr. has submitted his letter of intent ...

A deputy was traveling on Newberry Road early Sunday morning when he was almost struck head-on by a suspected impaired driver, according to the Alachua County Sheriff’s Office. Deputy shoots ...

I have brought a wealth of executive leadership, fiscal expertise, and proven “successful” leadership back to the Alachua County Sheriff’s Office. The citizens of Alachua County along with ...

The Alachua County Sheriff’s Office bomb squad responded to the Hampton Inn on Southeast First Avenue in Gainesville ...

Alachua County announced a state of emergency Tuesday afternoon due to the threat of Hurricane Helene. Shortly after, the ...

Two students were charged after threats were made against Lake Butler Elementary School and parents are concerned.

Officials have ordered all tourists to leave as well as all RVs. Mandatory evacuations also are in place for residents in ...

Stephen Oelrich had a long and distinguished career in law enforcement. He loved spending time with his family and helping ...