National News
5 days ago in National
Facing a ban on horse-drawn carriages, Central Park’s drivers fear for their future
The horse-drawn carriages that have cruised through Central Park for more than 150 years will soon be banished from New York City, ending an iconic tradition beloved by tourists but long opposed by animal welfare activists.
5 days ago in National
Violent Arizona storms bring possible tornado, toppled trees and golf ball-size hail
Trees fell onto homes and utility poles were knocked down by a possible tornado in a central Arizona community during a series of violent storms that moved through the state overnight into Thursday.
7 days ago in National
The Orionid meteor shower is coming. Here’s how and when to watch
The Orionids — one of two major meteor showers caused by remnants from Halley's comet — will peak this week, though a large moon will dim visibility until after it sets late at night.
Sports
7 hours ago in Sports, Trending
Rays put on the brink of World Series flop by Brewers’ historic 8-run, 2-out surge
Milwaukee became the first team to score eight runs with two outs in a World Series inning, routing the Rays 10-1 on Monday night to take a 3-0 lead in the best-of-seven series.
Yamal, Mbappé, Kane and Messi in contention to win the Ballon d’Or. Here’s what to know
The Ballon d'Or winners will be announced on Monday with a new generation of soccer stars, led by Lamine Yamal and Kylian Mbappé, ready to stamp their name on the trophy that for so long was a personal duel between Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo.
4 days ago in Sports
Thunder star and NBA MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s record 20-point streak ends at 141 games
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander decided it was time for his record streak of 20-point games to end. The Oklahoma City star's run of 141 consecutive regular season contests with at least 20 points ended Thursday night when he subbed himself out toward the end of a game against the Denver Nuggets.
Today in Rock History with Chris DeCarlo
Today in Rock History with Chris DeCarlo
OCTOBER 27 TODAY IN 1962, THE ROLLING STONES RECORDED THEIR FIRST DEMOS. THE LINEUP FEATURED MICK JAGGER, KEITH RICHARDS, BRIAN […]
News from 352today
2 hours ago in Business, Features, Food & Drink, Local
Local chocolatier sees import costs triple as Halloween candy prices stay elevated
Higher cocoa prices raise costs for a Williston chocolate maker as well as Halloween candy.
3 hours ago in Business, Features, Local
Crystal River worker creates app to connect residents with local trade pros, companies
Ryan Hoffland built Find-A-Pro to help smaller businesses find local customers at a smaller price than the big platforms.
Marion County’s School Choice Magnet and Community Resource Expo hits WEC Nov. 12
The annual expo helps Marion County parents navigate the wide array of educational options available in the district.
4 days ago in Business, Community, Local
Marion Cultural Alliance marks 25 years with $500K+ economic impact and a new arts app
The Marion Cultural Alliance’s Horse Fever sculptures include 80 painted horses across Ocala, with 12 owned or maintained by the city.
4 days ago in Business, Community, Local
Ocala Councilman Hilty votes against City Manager Pete Lee’s reappointment, citing concerns
During discussion of the People’s Gas franchise renewal, Hilty questioned why the contract had gone years past its expiration date without formal action.
City of Ocala eliminates business tax receipt requirement
The business tax receipt was basically a license required for businesses to operate in Ocala.
Lifestyle
7 hours ago in Lifestyle
Tours offer Halloween enthusiasts visits to former psychiatric hospital and funeral home
It's not enough these days for some Halloween enthusiasts to be scared by actors dressed up in spooky getups at makeshift haunted houses: They want the "real" thing.
1 day ago in Lifestyle, Trending
Halloween candy sales are off to a slow start amid high chocolate prices and affordability concerns
Halloween candy sales are off to a slow start this year as U.S. consumers grapple with high living costs and eye-popping chocolate prices. Halloween candy sales fell 6.7% in the month ending Oct. 17 compared to the same period last year, according to NielsenIQ, a market research firm.
4 days ago in Lifestyle
The new wedding budget: Where couples are spending more, and less
Modern Gents reports average wedding spending hit $34,200 in 2025, highlighting that couples prioritize experiences and personalization while balancing budgets amid rising costs.
5 days ago in Lifestyle
RSV vs. flu: How to tell the difference
Doctronic reports that RSV and flu, both contagious respiratory infections, have overlapping but distinct symptoms.
Entertainment News
2 minutes ago in Entertainment, Features, Photos
Ocala Fine Arts Festival draws crowds to unique displays | PHOTOS
The Ocala Fine Arts Festival took over historic Downtown Ocala for a weekend of art and music.
4 hours ago in Entertainment
Southern Hammock RV Resort goes Cruisin’ with car show November 1
Get your motor runnin'.
7 hours ago in Entertainment, Music
Jay-Z picks himself to headline the Super Bowl halftime show at SoFi Stadium in Southern California
The man who has helped produce the Super Bowl halftime show is stepping into the spotlight: Jay-Z will headline the show himself. The NFL, Apple Music and Roc Nation announced Monday night that Jay-Z will be the featured performer for the halftime festivities on Feb. 14 at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California.
1 day ago in Entertainment
‘You Can See Everything’ surges with $19.5M at box office; ‘Clayface’ takes No. 1
DC Studios scored a modest, R-rated win with "Clayface," landing a $24 million opening weekend, according to studio estimates Sunday. But the biggest success story in theaters remained A24's Elizabeth Holmes documentary "You Can See Everything," which pulled in $19.5 million in its first weekend of wide release.
1 day ago in Entertainment
Chris Brown avoids prison time for brawling at a London nightclub
Grammy-winning singer Chris Brown avoided prison time Monday for beating a music producer with a tequila bottle at a London nightclub three years ago.
2 days ago in Community, Entertainment, Sports
Florida company CoAd’s 9th Annual Grip It and Rip It for Kids tournament tees off Oct. 26
Players will drive and putt to benefit Ocala's Arnette House on Monday.