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2 hours ago in National

Pam Bondi faces a closed-door questioning from House lawmakers over the Epstein files

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Former Attorney General Pam Bondi is testifying before House lawmakers investigating Jeffrey Epstein's sexual abuse cases, a long-awaited appearance that brings fresh scrutiny of the Trump administration's botched release of the Epstein case files.

19 hours ago in National

A large fire has erupted at an apartment complex in Dallas

Firefighters battled a large fire that erupted Thursday at an apartment complex in Dallas, where debris from one collapsed building lay heaped on the ground while flames and black smoke billowed into the sky. Neighbors reported hearing a loud boom like an explosion.

1 day ago in National

Justice Department opens investigation into E. Jean Carroll, who accused Trump of assault: AP source

The Justice Department has opened an investigation into whether E. Jean Carroll, the longtime advice columnist who has said Donald Trump sexually assaulted her in a Manhattan department store 30 years ago, lied during the course of civil litigation against the Republican president, according to a person familiar with the matter.

Sports

19 hours ago in Sports

Chiefs WR Rashee Rice continues serving jail sentence as team begins voluntary offseason workouts

While most of the Kansas City Chiefs participated in voluntary workouts this week, wide receiver Rashee Rice was back in Texas, serving his 30-day jail sentence after violating the terms of his probation for his role in a car crash that left multiple people injured.

19 hours ago in Sports, Trending

MLB owners have proposed a salary cap for the first time since baseball’s 1994-95 strike

Major League Baseball owners made their long-expected salary cap proposal to the players' association on Thursday, a system the union has vowed never to accept, setting the sides on course for a confrontation that threatens the 2027 season and perhaps beyond.

1 day ago in Sports

Baseball players ask for expanded free agency, salary arbitration rights, almost doubling minimum

Baseball players fired the opening salvo Wednesday in what is expected to be long and contentious labor negotiations, asking for expanded free agency and salary arbitration rights along with almost doubling the major league minimum and increasing the money high-revenue teams share with the less-wealthy clubs.

Today in Rock History with Chris DeCarlo

Today in Rock History with Chris DeCarlo

MAY 29  THE CARS RELEASE “JUST WHAT I NEEDED” FROM THEIR SELF-TITLED DEBUT ALBUM IN 1978. THE SONG CHARTED IN […]

News from 352today

1 day ago in Community, Local

Marion County Veterans Services to Host Multiple Benefits Briefings in June, August

The briefings are part of Marion County's commitment to increase outreach and aid for local heroes.

2 days ago in Community, Local

Keep Lake Beautiful to Host Cemetery Cleanup Event in Leesburg May 30

Leesburg's Evergreen Cemetery is getting a glow-up this weekend thanks to Keep Lake Beautiful and maybe you, too.

2 days ago in Business, Local

BJ’s Wholesale Club Breaks Ground on Forthcoming West Ocala Location

The new members-only retail club will be in the evolving Winding Oaks community, and Ocala's first BJ's.

3 days ago in Community, Local

Lake County Among Recipients of Duke Energy Foundation Hurricane Preparedness Grants

Lake County is among 10 Florida organizations receiving funding from the Duke Energy Foundation ahead of the 2026 hurricane season to support storm preparedness and community resiliency efforts.

3 days ago in Crime & Safety, Local

Marion County Breeder’s Livestock Killed by Lightning Strike Over Memorial Day Weekend

A breeder in Citra said four of its donor cows and a calf died when lightning struck the tree they were under.

3 days ago in Community, Entertainment, Equine, Local

Inaugural Donkey Daze Celebration Coming to Williston’s Tree Line Farm May 30

WILLISTON, FL (352today.com) – The equines and equestrians get a lot of attention here in the Horse Capital of the […]

Lifestyle

1 day ago in Lifestyle

Why your co-worker might be listening to music tuned to 432 hertz

Music recorded in 432 hertz (cycles per second) is taking off on social media platforms and music streaming services, where users can find an increasing number of tracks and playlists employing the alternate tuning, everything from meditation soundscapes to reggae songs recorded by Ziggy Marley.

2 days ago in Lifestyle

Independent bookstores are multiplying, although many people still think they’re dying out

Allison Hill, CEO of the American Booksellers Association, is used to strangers expressing sympathy when they learn what she does for a living. "It's all so funny," she says. "When I tell them I run the trade association for independent stores, they'll say, 'It's just so sad that they're disappearing.'

3 days ago in Lifestyle

You should be dancing, yeah. Moving to music offers all kinds of benefits as you age

Moving to music is one of the best ways to stay healthy. Medical professionals say it doesn't matter if it's Western line dancing, ballroom steps, salsa, tap, Zumba at the gym, or with a group

1 week ago in Lifestyle

Plastic bags don’t go in the recycling bin. What should you do instead?

Soft, stretchy plastics can make up grocery bags, bubble wrap and more. They're impossible to avoid and harder still to properly dispose of. If thrown in the trash, they can take up to hundreds of years to degrade in landfills and release harmful microplastics into the environment.

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Entertainment News

3 hours ago in Education, Entertainment, Features

Fort King Launches Summer Nights Lecture Series in Ocala

Fort King National Historic Landmark will be hosting the Summer Nights Lecture Series, teaching history throughout June.

21 hours ago in Entertainment

352 WEEKEND EVENT TOP PICKS: Community Events and Celebrations

This weekend is filled with lively community events and celebrations around Ocala and beyond.

23 hours ago in Education, Entertainment, Equine, Health & Wellness

Ocala Mini Horse Therapy Org Kicks Off ‘Reading with Horses’ Children’s Summer Lit Program June 4

Gentle Carousel's summer reading program runs on Thursday mornings weekly through July 9 at Ocala's Midtown Station.

2 days ago in Entertainment, Trending

Matthew Perry’s assistant gets more than 3 years in prison for central role in his ketamine death

Matthew Perry's live-in personal assistant, who had a central role in the "Friends" star's descent into ketamine addiction and injected him with the fatal dose of the drug, was sentenced Wednesday to three years and five months in prison.

2 days ago in Entertainment, Music

The Chicks announce intimate ‘Taking the Long Way’ 20th Anniversary Tour. ‘This is our lives’

Call it a comeback, a crossover moment, or both. Twenty years ago, The Chicks released their blockbuster 2006 album "Taking the Long Way" — their first full-length after the country music industry turned their backs on them — and one of the biggest of their career.

2 days ago in Entertainment, Sports

Ocala Bull Bash Returning to Southeastern Livestock Pavilion with Gary Allan Concert

Ocala's Bull Bash & Country Music Festival returns June 20 with professional bull riding, live country music and a performance by Gary Allan.