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17 minutes ago in National

Hundreds mourn Brown University sophomore Ella Cook, killed in campus shooting

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A Brown University sophomore who was killed in an attack at the Rhode Island university was remembered Monday as "smart, confident, curious, kind, principled, brave," at a funeral in her home state of Alabama.

3 days ago in National

Justice Department begins releasing long-awaited files tied to Epstein sex trafficking investigation

The Justice Department on Friday began releasing its files on Jeffrey Epstein, a convicted sex offender and wealthy financier known for his connections to some of the world's most influential people, including Donald Trump, who as president had tried to keep the files sealed.

4 days ago in National

Democrats keep 2024 election review under wraps, saying a public rehash won’t help them win in 2026

The Democratic National Committee head has decided not to publish a formal assessment of the party's defeat that returned Donald Trump to power and gave Republicans complete control in Washington.

Sports

8 minutes ago in Sports, Trending

Jalen Hurts and the Eagles win their second NFC East title in a row by beating the Commanders 29-18

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As the percussive horns of Stevie Wonder's "Sir Duke" filled the air, Philadelphia Eagles coach Nick Sirianni — wearing a black T-shirt bearing the words, "Been there, won that" — made the rounds in the locker room, offering hand clasps and back slaps to his players after they accomplished something that hadn't happened in two decades: win a second consecutive NFC East title.

3 days ago in Sports

Los Angeles Angels settles lawsuit with family of pitcher Tyler Skaggs over fatal overdose

The Los Angeles Angels reached a confidential settlement Friday in a lawsuit over the drug overdose death of pitcher Tyler Skaggs.

3 days ago in Sports

LeBron James cites ‘Luka magic’ as Doncic has 45-point triple-double

LeBron James was in awe of "Luka magic" after Luka Doncic had 45 points, 14 assists and 11 rebounds in his fifth triple-double of the season in a 143-135 win over the Utah Jazz on Thursday night.

Today in Rock History with Chris DeCarlo

Today in Rock History with Chris DeCarlo

DECEMBER 22    BORN ON THIS DAY IN 1948, CHEAP TRICK GUITARIST AND SONGWRITER RICK NIELSEN ENTERED THE WORLD IN […]

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10 minutes ago in Crime & Safety, Local

Ocala Man Charged with Three Felonies Including Aggravated Battery on a Pregnant Woman

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A man in a white and orange jumpsuit standing against a gray wall.

An Ocala Man has been charged with three felonies including domestic battery by strangulation and aggravated battery on a victim knowing they were pregnant.

6 hours ago in Crime & Safety, Local

Ocala Resident Dies in Early Morning Vehicle Accident

Florida Highway Patrol cruiser with red and blue lights on

An Ocala motorist died Dec. 22, 2025, as the result of a vehicle collision, that involved three pickup trucks.

1 day ago in Entertainment, Local, Photos

Oddities Market Returns to Ocala Before the Holidays

A large banner reading “Ocala Downtown Market" hangs under the roof of a covered pavilion. The structure features yellow steel beams and an open concrete floor, with string lights hanging from the ceiling. Red railings line the entrance, and trees and grass are visible in the background.

The oddities market hits the Ocala Downtown Market for a final time before the new year.

3 days ago in Features, Food & Drink, Local

New-School Retail Space Paddock Market Begins Limited Operations at Paddock Mall in Ocala

Front view of the in-progress Paddock Market at Paddock Mall in Ocala, featuring a modern dark brown exterior, large entrance doors, two white artificial trees, and two silver rearing horse sculptures on either side of the entrance.

Paddock Market has quietly opened with limited operations inside Ocala’s Paddock Mall, offering early access to a handful of vendors while many others prepare to open as the long-planned marketplace continues to take shape.

3 days ago in Crime & Safety, Local

Bell Woman Dies in Single-Vehicle Accident in Levy County

A 49-year-old Bell woman died after her Jeep turned over multiple times and she was ejected from the vehicle.

5 days ago in Community, Health & Wellness, Local

Marion Commissioners Get Update on Belleview Health Department Project

In foreground, a paved parking lot, green grass, with sidewalks in front of a building, with windows, columns and door, with the background of a brick-colored wall, a facade featuring letter, numbers and insignia.

The Belleview Health Department may be getting a facelift in the near future, increasing its size to keep up with the region's growth and offer additional services.

Lifestyle

5 days ago in Lifestyle

Teen drug use remains low, but survey finds small rise in heroin and cocaine use

Teen use of alcohol, nicotine and marijuana remains at record lows, according to national survey results released Wednesday.

5 days ago in Lifestyle

Maximalism is back in cocktails with bold colors and flavors

After years of minimalist, pared-back drinks, maximalism is back. Drinkers are looking for more than just a simple serve, and bartenders are dreaming up bold color palettes, layered flavors, oversize garnishes, theatrical glassware and playful twists on classic drinks.

6 days ago in Lifestyle

Americans like artificial Christmas trees even though few are made in US and prices are up

Tariffs shone a twinkling light this year on fake Christmas trees — and the extent to which America depends on other countries for its plastic fir trees.

1 week ago in Lifestyle

Older adults may struggle to learn a new language but classes are a worthwhile exercise

A large study published by the science journal Nature Aging in November suggests that speaking multiple languages protects against more rapid brain aging, and that the effect increases with the number of languages.

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Entertainment News

9 minutes ago in Entertainment

‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ launches with $88M domestically, $345M worldwide

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"Avatar: Fire and Ash" opened with $345 million in worldwide sales, according to studio estimates Sunday, notching the second-best global debut of the year and potentially putting James Cameron on course to set yet more blockbuster records.

11 minutes ago in Entertainment, Trending

Pop culture in 2025: A ring for Taylor, an ill-timed KissCam … and whatever ‘6-7’ means

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From the inexplicable to the familiar, here's our annual, highly selective journey down pop culture memory lane.

4 hours ago in Entertainment, Features, Holiday Guide

Winter Wonderland Holiday Market Brought Festive Flavors to Downtown Ocala

A wooden case displays small trinkets stored in clear boxes.

The Winter Wonderland Market turned the Ocala Downtown Market space into, well, a winter wonderland for weekend shoppers and foodies.

1 day ago in Entertainment, Local, Photos

Oddities Market Returns to Ocala Before the Holidays

A large banner reading “Ocala Downtown Market" hangs under the roof of a covered pavilion. The structure features yellow steel beams and an open concrete floor, with string lights hanging from the ceiling. Red railings line the entrance, and trees and grass are visible in the background.

The oddities market hits the Ocala Downtown Market for a final time before the new year.

2 days ago in Entertainment, Features

Defunct Ocala: Weeki Wachee Springs’ Fin-tastic Past

Vintage promotional image advertising Weeki Wachee Springs Park.

While the former version of the park may have moved on, the enchanting history of Weeki Wachee Springs ab-shell-utely lives on.

3 days ago in Entertainment, Music

Judge nixes conviction of one of two men found guilty of killing Run-DMC’s Jam Master Jay

A judge Friday voided the conviction of one of the two men found guilty of the 2002 killing of Run-D.M.C. star Jam Master Jay, ruling that there wasn't enough evidence that the man had a motive to kill the hip-hop luminary.