National News
8 hours ago in National
Isaias strengthens into a dangerous Category 3 hurricane on track toward the US Gulf Coast
Isaias strengthened Friday into a major hurricane as it headed toward the U.S. Gulf Coast, where final preparations were being made for potentially life-threatening storm surges and high winds.
1 day ago in National, Trending
Hurricane Isaias is expected to get stronger on its way to Florida, Alabama and Mississippi coasts
Isaias surged toward the U.S. Gulf Coast on Thursday as the first hurricane of the Atlantic season, prompting mandatory evacuations, school closures and local government shutdowns in parts of Florida.
2 days ago in National
Christa Pike is angry and confused after surviving execution attempt, attorney says
Christa Pike was "angry and confused" in the hours after regaining consciousness following Tennessee's failed execution attempt, first asking, "Where am I?" her lawyer said Wednesday.
Sports
38 minutes ago in Sports, Trending
Mike Ditka, the quintessential Chicago Bear and a Pro Football Hall of Famer, dies at 86
Mike Ditka, who personified the toughness and grit of Chicago in a Hall of Fame career as a player and coach of the Bears and the leader of arguably the most dominant team in NFL history, has died. He was 86.
8 hours ago in Sports
Bucks entering uncertain new era as they adjust to life without Giannis Antetokounmpo
Tyler Herro understands the skepticism surrounding the Milwaukee Bucks now that they've traded away Giannis Antetokounmpo, the two-time MVP who led the franchise to its first title in half a century.
1 day ago in Sports
MLB proposes shortening regular season to 154 games in 2029, expanding Division Series to best-of-7
Major League Baseball proposed to shorten the regular season to 154 games from 162 starting in 2029 and to expand the Division Series to best-of-seven in a plan given to players during collective bargaining Thursday.
Today in Rock History with Chris DeCarlo
Today in Rock History with Chris DeCarlo
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2 hours ago in Community, Local
Ocala City Council approves 15 new SunTran bus shelters at stops across the city
Genesis Construction will install the shelters with benches and solar lighting, using federal capital money rather than this year’s SunTran operating budget.
5 hours ago in Community, Education, Local
Marion County School Board members say the community wants the former Central Elementary building saved
The former Central Elementary School at 512 SE Third St. in Ocala, later used as the Marion County Public Schools district office, closed in December 2022 and is now the subject of community meetings as the board considers selling the property.
Marion County settles two property takings and approves suing for eminent domain over two more
Tuesday’s agenda closed a Northwest 49th Street lawsuit with $225,000 and $125,955 deals and authorized eminent domain if talks fail on two other parcels.
1 day ago in Entertainment, Local
352 WEEKEND EVENT TOP PICKS OCT. 9-11: Jeeptoberfest, ‘Hocus Pocus,’ Jesus Fest & More
Enjoy a full weekend of seasonal festivities in Ocala... weather permitting.
2 days ago in Business, Community, Local
Ocala Main Street launches new residents’ subscription membership ‘Friends of Downtown’
The residential club costs $18.85 a month and includes a decal, a newsletter, members-only events and a say in downtown advocacy.
2 days ago in Community, Crime & Safety, Local
Ocala Mayor Ben Marciano says police made 10 arrests in underage sales sting amid kratom crackdown
He told city council on Tuesday that the city is also working with the attorney general on kratom enforcement, a Children’s Alliance education series and an ordinance the city attorney hopes to bring forward in the next couple of weeks.
Lifestyle
1 day ago in Lifestyle
Caregivers need to take care of themselves, too
Nearly one in four adults in the United States, or 63 million people, provided care to adults or children with medical conditions or disabilities in 2025, a total that jumped by almost 50% in 10 years, according to a report by the National Alliance for Caregiving and AARP.
3 days ago in Lifestyle
One income, two retirements: How couples can protect their future
For a lot of people, a one-size-fits-all retirement plan just doesn't fit. Their family circumstances call for a more custom-made approach.
1 week ago in Entertainment, Lifestyle
Naomi Campbell’s 5-year ban on serving as a charity trustee in England and Wales is overturned
Supermodel Naomi Campbell won a legal challenge Thursday to overturn a five-year ban on serving as a charity trustee in England and Wales. A three-judge tribunal found...
1 week ago in Lifestyle, Sports
Ex-NFL star Antonio Brown appears in Miami court but judge delays hearing on expected plea deal
Former NFL star wide receiver Antonio Brown's court hearing where he was expected to accept a plea deal and avoid prison time in...
Entertainment News
1 hour ago in Entertainment
Rocktoberfest is ready to rock Williston this Saturday, rain or shine
Eight bands will compete for a $1,000 prize at North Central Florida Rocktoberfest on Saturday, Oct. 10, at Williston’s Homestead Park, featuring live music, food trucks, local vendors and more.
8 hours ago in Entertainment, Music
Linkin Park documentary ‘Unshatter’ tracks band’s emotional return to recording, touring
For years after the death of frontman Chester Bennington, members of Linkin Park weren't sure if the band would — or should — continue to exist. The new documentary "Linkin Park: Unshatter" takes fans inside the uncertainty, grief and creative risk behind their return, including raw footage of early recording sessions, conversations and experimentation that eventually led to Emily Armstrong joining the group.
8 hours ago in Entertainment
Lightsaber Darth Vader used in ‘I am your father’ duel in ‘Empire Strikes Back’ goes up for auction
In July, a lightsaber with Luke Skywalker's severed hand from "The Empire Strikes Back" sold for $3.75 million at auction, the highest price ever fetched for a prop used in a "Star Wars" film according to the auction house. Now, someone can buy the saber that did the severing.
8 hours ago in Entertainment, Native Advertising, Sports
Pickleball without the wait or the weather: How The Dink Tank makes it easy to play more in Ocala
From 24/7 indoor play and flexible memberships to open play, leagues, coaching and private events, The Dink Tank gives Ocala pickleball players more ways to play year-round.
1 day ago in Entertainment, Local
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Enjoy a full weekend of seasonal festivities in Ocala... weather permitting.
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Bats, brews and a whole lot of winged fun: Florida Bat Festival returns to Gainesville
The Lubee Bat Conservancy will celebrate 22 years of the Florida Bat Festival Oct. 24 with bats, conservation exhibits, family activities, food, live music and a Bats & Brews Beer Garden.