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13 hours ago in National

Mistrial is declared in Lindsay Clancy child killings case after jury deadlocks

A judge in the Lindsay Clancy murder trial declared a mistrial Friday after jurors failed to reach a verdict in a case that sharply divided many Americans over whether the Massachusetts woman should be criminally responsible for killing her three young children.

2 days ago in National, Trending

Gloria Steinem, a potent voice of US feminism and co-founder of Ms. Magazine, dies at 92

Gloria Steinem, the celebrated author and activist who became one of the most visible symbols and potent voices of the U.S. women's movement and a fierce advocate for feminist causes for over six decades, has died. She was 92.

3 days ago in National

Top US doctors offer updated flu and COVID vaccine recommendations, aiming to ease confusion

Leading U.S. medical groups are urging people to get updated flu and COVID-19 vaccinations this fall, banding together Wednesday to issue shot guidelines — and highlight the science behind them — saying they hope to ease confusion caused by the Trump administration's changing advice.

Sports

20 hours ago in Sports

Eala, Osaka and Zverev advance, while No. 3 Auger-Aliassime falls at the US Open

Alex Eala and her fans are headed to the weekend at the U.S. Open, along with two-time champion Naomi Osaka and 2023 winner Coco Gauff. So are Madison Keys and men's top seed Alexander Zverev — just barely — but not No. 3 Felix Auger-Aliassime, who became the highest-seeded player knocked out of the tournament thus far.

20 hours ago in Sports, Trending

Louisiana judge rules against NCAA, clearing path for former NFL players to join LSU roster

SU coach Lane Kiffin's chances of fielding former NFL players improved Thursday night when a Louisiana judge issued a preliminary injunction against the NCAA in a high-profile eligibility case.

2 days ago in Sports

With a new-look roster and no A’ja Wilson the US FIBA World Cup title defense gets tougher

The U.S. has dominated the women's FIBA World Cup for nearly two decades, winning the last four titles. A young American roster led by the trio of Caitlin Clark, Paige Bueckers and Angel Reese now complement U.S. stalwart Breanna Stewart as the team looks to win its fifth straight championship.

Today in Rock History with Chris DeCarlo

Today in Rock History with Chris DeCarlo

SEPTEMBER 5  On this day in 1981, Stevie Nicks had the nation’s top album with “Bella Donna,” her solo debut. The single, […]

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20 hours ago in Business, Equine, Local, Sports

A Marion County Thoroughbred racetrack is a dream 15 years in the making

Following Gilligan Racing's announced intent to build a Thoroughbred racetrack in Marion County, industry advocate Lonny Powell shares the full story of how it came to be.

2 days ago in Community, Local

Marion County advances SW 80th Avenue widening, approves leftover land authority

Commissioners on Tuesday authorized staff to complete leftover Segment 1B purchases for the west-side corridor meant to ease traffic off SR 200 and I-75.

3 days ago in Community, Local

Give4Marion campaign to support Marion County nonprofits with annual donation drive

The 33-hour drive has been a community staple in the 352 since the days of the pandemic shutdown.

3 days ago in Business, Local

Ocala City Council approves liquor licenses for La Quinta’s hotel bar and the new BJ’s store

Neither business can sell until its state license is in place; police did not object to either site.

3 days ago in Business, Local

Ocala airport control tower gets a $220,000 facelift, city says flights won’t skip a beat

The Ocala City Council approved a $220,000 FAA grant to repair and upgrade the air traffic control tower at Ocala International Airport.

4 days ago in Business, Community, Local

Marion County planning board recommends 12-month data center moratorium

After a packed Monday night hearing at McPherson Auditorium, the Planning and Zoning Commission voted unanimously to send a one-year pause on new data-center applications to the Board of County Commissioners.

Lifestyle

13 hours ago in Lifestyle

Nod if you’ve heard this: Bobblehead dolls are an American favorite

Any head can bobble - entertainers, athletes, politicians, animals, fictional characters, even your own if you get one personalized. Kitschy, kind of funny, kind of clever, ubiquitous as giveaways at places like baseball games, who doesn't love a bobblehead? America most definitely does.

2 weeks ago in Lifestyle, Trending

How to reset your child’s sleep schedule for back-to-school season

After a summer of vacations and late nights, it's time to set those back-to-school alarms. A good night's sleep helps students stay focused and attentive in class. Experts say it's worth easing kids back into a routine with the start of a new school year.

2 weeks ago in Lifestyle

3-year college degrees grow more popular in the US, saving time and cash. But critics aren’t sold

Condensed college programs have exploded in popularity. As of this spring, 26 U.S. states have a college that offers at least one reduced-credit, three-year bachelor's, according to the nonprofit research group RAND. Advocates say these programs are a solution to the college affordability crisis and a godsend for non-traditional students.

2 weeks ago in Lifestyle

Fall books: Fiction takes the spotlight in bookstores during the midterm season

Midterm election news will fill the headlines this fall, but, among book buyers, fiction will likely have top billing.

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Entertainment News

20 hours ago in Entertainment

Fall movie season has arrived. Here are 5 early Oscar predictions

It might be only just September, but the jockeying for next March's Academy Awards is well underway. Movies first started revving up their Oscar campaigns at the Cannes Film Festival in May. But now that the fall festivals, in Venice, Telluride and soon Toronto, are in full swing, so is the prognosticating about what's in the mix for awards.

20 hours ago in Entertainment

Psychedelic ‘Furthur’ bus rolls back into San Francisco for new Grateful Dead exhibit

Ken Kesey's school bus — once painted in bright, swirly colors and driven across the country on a psychedelic journey — is back in San Francisco after 60 years as the centerpiece of a new exhibition celebrating the legacy of the Grateful Dead, a band that rose from the city's famed hippie movement.

1 day ago in Entertainment

352 WEEKEND Event TOP PICKS SEPT. 4-6: Musical, Rodeo, Wellness Expo and more

Enjoy a weekend of exciting performances and activities with a musical, rodeo, expo and more.

2 days ago in Entertainment

Dollywood theme park will add new features, including a waterfall, to honor Dolly Parton

Dolly Parton's theme park in east Tennessee will unveil new features for fans to honor the life of the "dreamer-in-chief," Dolly Parton, who died at the age of 80.

3 days ago in Entertainment

Meet the 2026 ‘Dancing With the Stars’ cast

The newest cast competing for the Mirrorball Trophy on "Dancing With the Stars" was unveiled Wednesday, featuring the usual complement of entertainers, reality stars and athletes ranging from gold medalists to a Savannah Bananas player.

3 days ago in Entertainment, Sports

Ocala high school student Nacssa Garemore finishes in ‘American Ninja Warrior’ top 4

Garemore very nearly brought home the gold, but was barely eclipsed by the man who did.