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6 hours ago in National

Shooting at Rhode Island youth hockey game leaves 3 dead, including shooter, and 3 more wounded

A shooting during a Rhode Island youth hockey game left three people dead, including the shooter, and three more hospitalized Monday night in critical condition, authorities said.

7 hours ago in National, Trending

The Rev. Jesse Jackson, who led the Civil Rights Movement for decades after King, has died at 84

The Rev. Jesse L. Jackson, a protege of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. and two-time presidential candidate who led the Civil Rights Movement for decades after the revered leader's assassination, died Tuesday. He was 84.

1 day ago in National, Trending

Presidents Day 2026: Here’s what’s open and closed on the holiday

Government offices, the stock market and schools are closed Monday in observance of Presidents Day, but most big retailers are open. When in doubt, call ahead or look up more specific schedules online for stores in your neighborhood.

Sports

6 hours ago in Sports

Dolphins releasing star receiver Tyreek Hill in major roster cuts

The Dolphins released star receiver Tyreek Hill on Monday, ending the All-Pro's four-year tenure in Miami. Hill, who turns 32 on March 1, is recovering from a season-ending injury suffered in a game against the New York Jets on Sept. 29 that required surgery to repair significant damage to his left knee, including a torn anterior cruciate ligament.

1 day ago in Olympics, Sports

Bold new US trio eyes Olympic figure skating gold while serving as role models for a new generation

The trio of U.S. women targeting Olympic figure skating gold Tuesday night are not the dainty ice princesses of yesteryear.

1 day ago in Sports, Trending

Good game, bad dunk contest. The highs and lows of an eventful NBA All-Star weekend

If you still didn't like the NBA's newest All-Star Game format, you probably just don't like All-Star games. That seemed to be the sports sphere's consensus after the U.S.-against-the-world, round-robin tournament Sunday produced three thrilling mini-games and several impressive individual performances.

Today in Rock History with Chris DeCarlo

Today in Rock History with Chris DeCarlo

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3 hours ago in Community, Local

Marion County Engineer Provides Snapshot of Current Road Projects at Commission Meeting

A blue sign with white lettering, and a government entity insignia against the blue background. In the foreground and background, a lawn, and to the right trees and a building.

The Marion County Office of the County Engineer provided the Marion County Board of County Commissioners with a snapshot of road projects within the county at their meeting Feb. 17, 2026.

7 hours ago in Community, Local

Historic Ocala Church Turns to Public for Help Finishing New House of Worship

The Ocala City Council approved a monument to honor the legacy of Mt. Moriah Missionary Baptist Church at the site of the future Downtown Garage No. 2 during their Dec. 3 meeting.

Mt. Moriah Baptist Church, whose previous location was purchased by the City of Ocala, has started a GoFundMe to finish the process of building a new house of worship.

1 day ago in Business, Community, Local

Ocala Nonprofit Horse Farms Forever Opposes Changes to Make Margaritaville RV Park Bigger, Public

Front view of the Marion County Board of County Commissioners building in Ocala, Florida

The Marion County Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing to consider a zoning modification from a planned unit development with private amenities to one with public amenities. However, the proposed RV park, which is currently under development is in the Farmland Preservation area.

4 days ago in Food & Drink, Local

Peach Valley Cafe to Open at Former Bob Evans Site in Ocala

A logo for Peach Valley Cafe that reads, "Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch" and "Coming Soon" underneath it.

The former Bob Evans restaurant on SR 200 will soon welcome a Peach Valley Cafe to the busy Ocala corridor.

4 days ago in Community, Local

Ocala Mayor’s Life Story Resonates Powerfully with Youth at Silver Springs Youth Academy

Ocala Mayor Ben Marciano expressed how proud he is of the girls at Pace.

City of Ocala Mayor Ben Marciano shared a stirring testimonial at the Silver Springs Youth Academy, on the importance of serving God and others.

4 days ago in Food & Drink, Local

Love at First Bite: Where to Indulge Your Sweet Tooth in Ocala for Valentine’s Day and Beyond

Two tarts sit next to each other in a white box. One tart features raspberries displayed in circles with a white powder on top. Underneath is a bread base and a yellow dish to hold the desert. The other pastry is pink and rose shaped with a rose cream poking from the top. Underneath the rose is a cracker on top of a yellow dish to hold the pastry.

These local Ocala bakeries and restaurants offer desserts for every occasion.

Lifestyle

6 hours ago in Lifestyle

How the rich pass on their wealth. And how you can too

Death and taxes may be inevitable. A big bill for your heirs is not. The rich have made an art of avoiding taxes and making sure their wealth passes down effortlessly to the next generation. But the tricks they use – to expedite payouts to heirs and avoid handing money to the government – can also work for people with far more modest estates.

7 days ago in Lifestyle

What to know about student loan repayment plans and collections

It's been a confusing time for people with student loans. Collections restarted, then were put on hold. At the same time, borrowers had to stay on top of changes to key forgiveness plans.

7 days ago in Lifestyle

Why some women choose Galentines over Valentines. And how they might celebrate

Galentine's Day became a pop culture phenomenon with a 2010 episode of the TV comedy "Parks and Recreation" that celebrated female friendships around Valentine's Day. Amy Poehler's character, Leslie Knope, gathered her gal pals on Feb. 13.

2 weeks ago in Lifestyle

Renters use ‘rent now, pay later’ services to manage monthly payments, but fees raise concerns

Rent can eat up an entire paycheck at the start of the month, so a growing number of renters are turning to a financial product that promises relief by letting them split the bill — for a price.

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Entertainment News

1 day ago in Entertainment

Powered by women, ‘Wuthering Heights’ digs up $34.8 million at the box office for a No. 1 debut

Emerald Fennell's bold reimagining of "Wuthering Heights" brought crowds of women to movie theaters this weekend.

4 days ago in Entertainment, Sports

Taylor Swift rumors spiked ticket sales for Pebble Beach golf tournament

Pebble Beach had an extra buzz Friday morning with rumors swirling in the cool Pacific breeze Swift would be there to watch her fiancé, Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce, playing in the PGA Tour event that combines corporate CEOs and celebrities with golf's best.

4 days ago in Entertainment

After 800 episodes, ‘The Simpsons’ creators look back — and ahead

Eight hundred episodes, 37 seasons, and one four-fingered family that refuses to age. As "The Simpsons" hits a milestone few series have ever glimpsed this weekend, the architects behind Springfield are reflecting on the choices that turned crude 1987 shorts from "The Tracey Ullman Show" into a cultural juggernaut.

5 days ago in Entertainment, Features

352 WEEKEND TOP PICKS FEB. 13-15: Park Activities and Indoor Festivities

A building featuring blue, green and purple walls with designs on them features a sidewalk leading to steps that go up to a glass door. A graphic in the foreground features a transparent brown box with a green border. Green and white text is in the center reading, "Date Night | Anime-Fest | Park Activities | Film Screening. WEEKEND TOP PICKS. Events Coming this Weekend."

This weekend features outdoor events for chilly park fun and warm indoor activities with a rainy Sunday in mind.

5 days ago in Entertainment

Actor Blake Lively and director Justin Baldoni go to New York in required effort to avoid trial

Actor Blake Lively and director Justin Baldoni came to a New York courthouse on Wednesday to see if her lawsuit alleging sexual harassment on the set of the 2024 romantic drama "It Ends With Us" could be settled before a May trial.

6 days ago in Entertainment, Trending

James Van Der Beek, the ‘Dawson’s Creek’ star who later mocked his own hunky persona, has died at 48

James Van Der Beek, a heartthrob who starred in coming-of-age dramas at the dawn of the new millennium, shooting to fame playing the titular character in "Dawson's Creek" and in later years mocking his own hunky persona, has died. He was 48.