National News

3 days 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.

4 days 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.

5 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

7 hours ago in Sports

Michael Jordan jersey sets $14 million record for basketball memorabilia, auction house says

A game-worn, autographed Michael Jordan road jersey from the 1998 NBA Finals has been privately sold for $14 million, an auction house announced Monday, calling it the highest price ever paid for a piece of basketball memorabilia.

3 days 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.

3 days 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.

Today in Rock History with Chris DeCarlo

Today in Rock History with Chris DeCarlo

OCTOBER 12  ON THIS DAY IN 1968, BIG BROTHER AND THE HOLDING COMPANY’S “CHEAP THRILLS” ALBUM HIT #1 ON THE […]

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22 minutes ago in Community, Local

Marion County Commissioners approved goats for one Dunnellon family after denying a similar request nearby

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Neighbors and the family whose earlier application was rejected raised questions about consistency after commissioners unanimously granted a reasonable accommodation for three goats on an R-1 property.

3 days 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.

3 days 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.

4 days ago in Community, Local

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.

4 days 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.

5 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.

Lifestyle

4 days 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.

6 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.

2 weeks 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...

2 weeks 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...

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Entertainment News

26 minutes ago in Entertainment, Trending

FBI issues actor Selma Blair a summons accusing her of assaults aboard a plane, AP source says

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The FBI has issued Blair a summons accusing her of assaults that occurred aboard a plane, according to a federal law enforcement official who spoke on condition of anonymity.

1 hour ago in Entertainment

Jaded: Aerosmith Tribute rocks the Reilly to recreate one of America’s premier rock bands Oct. 17

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WIND-FM's 'Rocks the Reilly' series continues with the ultimate tribute to Boston rock 'n' roll bad boys Aerosmith.

22 hours ago in Entertainment, Equine, Features, Photos

Gentle Carousel celebrates mini therapy horse Magic’s 20th birthday with gala in Ocala

Locals donned their monochromatic best for live and silent auctions, dinner and a once-in-a-lifetime performance by some of Nashville's most successful songwriters.

3 days 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.

3 days 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.

3 days 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.