National News
19 minutes ago in National
US consumer prices jump as Iran war sends energy prices rapidly higher
The Labor Department's consumer price index rose 3.8% from April 2025, according to data released Tuesday. On a month-to-month basis, April prices rose 0.6% from March as gasoline prices rose 5.4% during the month; the month-over-month gain was down from 0.9% increase from February to March.
27 minutes ago in National
Hegseth is facing a new round of questioning from Congress on the Iran war and more
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth faced tough questions from Republican and Democratic lawmakers in Congress on Tuesday about the Trump administration's end game for the Iran war, the conflict's costs and its impact on diminishing weapons stockpiles.
5 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.
Sports
21 minutes ago in Sports
What might LeBron James do next? He has plenty of options for next season and beyond
LeBron James has options. He could stay with the Los Angeles Lakers. He could decide to join another team. He could even retire and end the longest career in NBA history. He knows all this. He just doesn't know the answer.
23 minutes ago in Sports
2026 NFL schedule: Bills stadium debuts Week 2, Cowboys at Giants Week 1, vs. Eagles on Thanksgiving
The Buffalo Bills' first regular-season game in their new stadium will be against the Detroit Lions on Sept. 17 and will kick off Amazon Prime Video's "Thursday Night Football" schedule. The matchup was one of three announced by the NFL on Monday as NBC, Fox and Prime Video made their upfront presentations to advertisers.
1 day ago in Sports
Washington wins NBA draft lottery, chance to pick first on June 23
On Sunday, the Washington Wizards won the NBA draft lottery and earned the right to pick No. 1 in next month's draft, a huge step forward for a team that finished with the league's worst record this season.
Today in Rock History with Chris DeCarlo
Today in Rock History with Chris DeCarlo
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16 hours ago in Health & Wellness, Local
Blue-Green Algae Health Alert Issued for Orange Lake in Marion County
Health officials are warning residents to avoid contact with water near the Eagles Nest Dock area of Orange Lake after harmful algae toxins were detected.
20 hours ago in Community, Local
More Overnight I-75 Ramp Closures at SR 40 and HWY 27 in Ocala Starting May 11
Expect more work and overnight ramp closures on I-75 in the Ocala area this week.
21 hours ago in Crime & Safety, Local
Sumter County Waives Yard Debris Fees During Burn Ban
Sumter County is temporarily waiving fees for residential yard debris disposal at the Citizens' Drop-Off Area in Lake Panasoffkee.
1 day ago in Entertainment, Local
Sand and Sun Festival Brings Unique Fun to Citizen’s Circle in Ocala
Citizen's Circle will be host to the Sand and Sun Festival where guests can watch nationally acclaimed sand sculptures create masterful pieces.
2 days ago in Community, Local
Citrus County Awarded $4.14 Million for Cambridge Greens Septic-to-Sewer Project
Citrus County has been awarded $4.14 million in an effort to alleviate the assessment cost of the Septic-to-Sewer project in Lecanto.
5 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.
Lifestyle
1 day ago in Lifestyle
Pediatricians group finds kids of all ages need regular recess for physical and mental health
Recess isn't just a fun break for grade schoolers. It's crucial to good health and good grades for kids of all ages. That's the message from a leading pediatricians group, which just released the first new guidance in 13 years about this unstructured time at school and how it needs to be protected.
4 days 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.
7 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.
2 weeks 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
Entertainment News
25 minutes ago in Entertainment
Rick Riordan unveils new ‘Camp Half-Blood’ novels, starting this fall
Starting this fall, fans of Rick Riordan's "Percy Jackson" books can discover some adventures that took place at the demigod training facility Camp Half-Blood when Percy himself wasn't around.
40 minutes ago in Entertainment, Music
Eurovision song competition starts with the first semifinal after boycott over Israel
Competition starts Tuesday at the Eurovision Song Contest, with divisions over Israel's participation hanging over the 70th birthday of the over-the-top pop music extravaganza.
1 day ago in Entertainment, Music
New Beatles fan experience set to open in London in 2027
The Beatles are headed back to one of the band's most famous sites with a new fan experience in London. Apple Corps Ltd, the company founded by the Fab Four, announced Monday that it will open a new seven-floor fan experience at the company's early headquarters.
1 day ago in Entertainment, Local
Sand and Sun Festival Brings Unique Fun to Citizen’s Circle in Ocala
Citizen's Circle will be host to the Sand and Sun Festival where guests can watch nationally acclaimed sand sculptures create masterful pieces.
2 days ago in Entertainment
Dance Divine Hosts “Daniel: The Most High Rules” in Ocala, Final Matinee Sunday
Dance Divine School of Ballet presents "Daniel: The Most high Rules."
4 days 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.