National News

2 days ago in National

US will start revoking passports for thousands of parents who owe child support, AP learns

The U.S. State Department will begin revoking the U.S. passports of thousands of parents who owe a significant amount of unpaid child support. The department told The Associated Press on Thursday that the revocations would begin Friday and be focused on those who owe $100,000 or more.

2 days ago in National

A note a former cellmate says he found after Epstein’s suspected suicide attempt is released

A note Jeffrey Epstein's former cellmate claimed he found after the millionaire sex offender's first suspected jail suicide attempt was made public Wednesday, years after being sealed and locked in a courthouse vault as part of an unrelated legal dispute.

2 days ago in National, Trending

Clarence Thomas becomes the second longest-serving justice in Supreme Court history

The first baby boomer on the Supreme Court hit a milestone on Thursday, becoming the second-longest serving justice in history at a time when his influence has never seemed greater.

Sports

14 hours ago in Sports

NFL and referees agree on a 7-year collective bargaining agreement, avoiding potential work stoppage

The NFL and the NFL Referees Association agreed Friday on a new seven-year collective bargaining agreement that avoids a potential work stoppage and use of replacement officials.

14 hours ago in Sports

Djokovic beaten by a Croatian qualifier 18 years younger than him at the Italian Open

Novak Djokovic was beaten by a Croatian qualifier 18 years younger than him at the Italian Open on Friday in his first match after two months out due to a right shoulder injury.

20 hours ago in Sports

Holmgren and Gilgeous-Alexander each score 22 as Thunder take 2-0 lead over Lakers in West semis

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander isn't scoring the way he usually does, but the Oklahoma City Thunder are still winning the way they normally do.

Today in Rock History with Chris DeCarlo

Today in Rock History with Chris DeCarlo

MAY 9  TODAY IN 1987, AFTER A CONCERT IN MONTEREY, THE GRATEFUL DEAD SHOOT THE VIDEO FOR “TOUCH OF GREY”. […]

News from 352today

2 days ago in Entertainment, Local, Spring Guide

352 WEEKEND TOP PICKS MAY 8-10: Outdoor Activities and Mother’s Day Celebrations

The top picks of the weekend in the 352 are here with outdoor activities and Mother's Day events to keep the weekend lively.

2 days ago in Community, Local, Spring Guide

Ocala Marion County Visitors & Convention Bureau Unveils Winning Postcard Designs

With the upcoming America 250 anniversary Ocala/Marion proudly presents the winners of the "Find Your Freedom Here" postcard contest.

4 days ago in Community, Local

Ocala Marion Transportation Planning Org Announces Public Meetings May 12

The Ocala Marion Transportation Planning Organization is meeting next Tuesday, and it's open to the public.

6 days ago in Local, Sports

Watershed Moment, Cherie DeVaux Becomes the First Female Trainer to win the Kentucky Derby

Cherie DeVaux makes history by become the first female trainer to win the Kentucky Derby.

7 days ago in Community, Local

The 10th Annual Interfaith Emergency Service High Tea Raises Nearly $100,000 for Women and Children in Need

The Interfaith Emergency High Tea Fundraiser raised over $92,000 to help women and children in need.

1 week ago in Community, Local

Thousands Turn Out to Support President Donald Trump at The Villages High School

President Donald J. Trump came to speak at The Villages Charter High School and thousands turned out to support the nation's president.

Lifestyle

14 hours ago in Lifestyle, Trending

Olivia and Liam top the list of most popular US baby names for the seventh year running

Olivia and Liam for a seventh year in a row topped the list of names for babies born in the United States in 2025. The Social Security Administration annually tracks the names given to girls and boys in each state, with lists dating back to 1880.

4 days ago in Lifestyle

Restaurants celebrate authentic Mexican culture and history this Cinco de Mayo

Nayomie Mendoza has become accustomed to how Cinco de Mayo is celebrated in the U.S.: the platters of tacos, the pitchers of margaritas and the jubilant sounds of mariachi bands.

1 week ago in Lifestyle

Money Happens: What to do when becoming a homeowner feels out of reach

Anxiety about the possibility of never being able to own a house can make some people give up on organizing their finances altogether, says John Hankins, a certified financial therapist. If you hope to buy a house in the future but don't know where to start, here are some expert tips for you

1 week ago in Lifestyle, Trending

Stir well, slap lightly. Tips for making a mint julep worthy of the Kentucky Derby

Horses are poised, bets are on, hats are at the ready and the bourbon is standing by, ready to be poured into thousands of mint julep cocktails. It must be Kentucky Derby weekend.

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Entertainment News

16 hours ago in Community, Education, Entertainment

City of Ocala Invites All to Tour and Learn More About Ocala Wetland Recharge Park May 9

Come celebrate the 352's natural beauty and learn more about Ocala Wetland Recharge Park this Saturday.

20 hours ago in Entertainment

Blake Lively’s lawyers fuel feud with claim of victory after ‘It Ends With Us’ settlement

The bitter public feud between actors Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni may outlive their court fight after all. Three days after announcing a settlement of the lawsuit brought by Lively over the 2024 film "It Ends With Us," her lawyers put out a statement Thursday calling the deal a "resounding victory."

21 hours ago in Entertainment, Trending

David Attenborough, the excited but hushed voice of nature programs, turns 100

The BBC is hosting a party for David Attenborough at the Royal Albert Hall. Cinemas are playing his nature films. Friends have spent weeks lavishing praise on the man and his work.

2 days ago in Entertainment, Music

Shakira teases new song for the FIFA World Cup 2026 with Afrobeats star Burna Boy called ‘Dai Dai’

The Colombian singer shared a minute-long teaser clip on Thursday of a new song, writing on social media, "From Maracaná Stadium, here is "Dai Dai," the FIFA World Cup Official Song 2026." She also included a mention of Afrobeats star Burna Boy.

2 days ago in Entertainment

Rapper Kodak Black arrested in Florida on felony MDMA trafficking charge and pleads not guilty

Rapper Kodak Black was arrested this week on a drug trafficking charge in central Florida in his latest run-in with law enforcement.

2 days ago in Entertainment, Local, Spring Guide

352 WEEKEND TOP PICKS MAY 8-10: Outdoor Activities and Mother’s Day Celebrations

The top picks of the weekend in the 352 are here with outdoor activities and Mother's Day events to keep the weekend lively.