Medicare finalizes decision to limit coverage of controversial Alzheimer’s drug to those in clinical trial

The Biden administration on Thursday finalized a decision to significantly limit Medicare coverage of a controversial new Alzheimer’s drug amid a fierce debate over its effectiveness.

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services said that it would limit coverage of the drug, known as Aduhelm, to people who are participating in a clinical trial, which can help scientists further study the drug.

Citrus County felon gets 10 years for possession of firearms, ammo

Justice grantedOCALA -- Senior U.S. District Judge John Antoon II has sentenced Robert Joseph Miller (46, Homosassa) to 10 years in federal prison for possession of firearms and ammunition by a convicted felon and possession of unregistered National Firearms Act (NFA) firearms – sawed-off shotguns.

Missing Ocala couple found safe

Joan and Wendall Crist have been locatedThe Marion County's Sheriff's office on Tuesday afternoon reported that an Ocala couple reported as missing have been found is safe.

The Citrus County and Marion County Sheriff's Offices were looking for the  couple, who went on a trip to visit family but apparently never made it to their destination.

Traffic stop leads to drug bust in Homosassa

In the early morning hours on Friday, March 18, 2022, the Citrus County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) Tactical Impact Unit conducted a traffic stop in the area of U.S. 19 and W. Yulee Dr. in Homosassa due to an expired registration.

Robby Douglas Mon, 03/21/2022 - 23:32

Identity theft: Don't let it happen to you

Citrus County Sheriff’s Office

Don't be a victimIdentity theft happens when a criminal steals your personal information to commit fraud.

Some signs that indicate you could be affected by ID theft include bills for items you didn’t buy, debt collections for accounts you didn’t open, or denials for a line of credit.