National News

10 hours ago in National

Pennsylvania reports first 2 measles deaths in the US this year, both people unvaccinated

Two unvaccinated Pennsylvania residents have died after being infected with measles, the first U.S. deaths this year related to the contagious virus. State health officials announced the deaths Tuesday. They did not reveal any details about the people who died, other than that they lived in Lancaster County, west of Philadelphia.

5 days ago in National

Still recovering from Hurricane Lala, Hawaii prepares for a possible weekend cyclone

Communities still recovering from last weekend's hurricane in Hawaii could get pounded again in coming days from another tropical system gaining strength over warm Pacific waters.

7 days ago in National

Election takeaways: Donalds joins historic field and progressive scores upset victory in Florida

As the long, contentious primary season nears its end, Democratic voters elevated another progressive Senate candidate in Florida, while President Donald Trump's chosen candidate in his adopted home state, Republican Rep. Byron Donalds, won the nomination to be the state's first Black governor.

Sports

17 hours ago in Sports

Angel Reese breaks WNBA record with 26 rebounds against Sparks, sets single-season record as well

Angel Reese rebounded her way into the record books not once, but twice in one night. Reese set a WNBA record with 26 rebounds in the Atlanta Dream's 78-71 win over the Los Angeles Sparks on Monday, pushing her past the season record in the same game.

17 hours ago in Sports

Serena Williams is back at the US Open, playing mixed doubles with Carlos Alcaraz

Serena Williams is back at the U.S. Open for her first match at the Grand Slam tournament since 2022, playing mixed doubles alongside defending men's singles champion Carlos Alcaraz.

1 day ago in Sports

After a stop in the NFL, Dae’Quan Wright could be heading back to LSU thanks to court order

After a stop in the NFL, former Ole Miss tight end Dae'Quan Wright could be heading to LSU thanks to a court order that is creating havoc throughout college sports by allowing Wright and others an unexpected fifth year of eligibility.

Today in Rock History with Chris DeCarlo

Today in Rock History with Chris DeCarlo

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16 hours ago in Community, Education, Local

City of Belleview Opens Submissions for Students’ ‘If I Were the Mayor’ Essay Contest

The annual essay contest is broken down into three grade categories, and winners will be announced in conjunction with Florida City Week in October.

2 days ago in Business, Local

BJ’s Wholesale Club to Open Membership Center Ahead of Forthcoming West Ocala Club Location

The company is hyping up deals ahead of the new store opening in West Ocala this fall.

4 days ago in Equine, Features, Local

Listen Closely: Ocala Animal Communicator Distills 30 Years of Lessons into New Book

Veteran equestrian and vet tech Joanie Floethe Morrison shares her unique journey in "Are You Talking to Me?"

4 days ago in Community, Local, State

Independent Candidate Mike Klein Highlights Veteran Healthcare Gaps at Ocala Briefing

Veterans and National Guard members face preventable risks when civilian providers never learn they served, speakers emphasized at an Ocala healthcare briefing.

5 days ago in Business, Community, Local

Marion County Locks in Fawn Lake Estates: 329 Homes Outside the Growth Boundary, Inside the Springs Overlay

The final master plan follows a rezoning that decreased the potential number of houses on the property.

5 days ago in Entertainment, Local

352 WEEKEND TOP PICKS AUG. 21-23: Books, Elvis, Burlesque and More

This weekend has plenty to offer with delectable bites and lively celebrations.

Lifestyle

17 hours 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 days 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.

5 days 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.

1 week ago in Lifestyle

The best fabric for extreme heat? It’s more complicated than you think

When it's really hot out, getting dressed seems pretty simple: Wear something light, loose and made for summer. But textile researchers say it's actually a little more complicated than that.

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Entertainment News

12 hours ago in Entertainment, Trending

Dolly Parton, music star, actor and beloved figure who spanned generations has died at 80

Dolly Parton, the country music icon whose soaring vibrato vocals, poignant songwriting and sparkling costumes defined her rise from a log cabin in the Tennessee mountains to the height of stardom and acclaim, has died. She was 80 years old.

17 hours ago in Entertainment, Music

Australia’s music industry bans AI-generated tracks from official charts

Australia's recorded music industry will bar tracks wholly generated by artificial intelligence from official charts as burgeoning generative technologies threaten artists' livelihoods, a representative said on Tuesday.

1 day ago in Entertainment, Features

Ocala Pair in ‘America’s Favorite Couple’ Contest Asking for Help Getting to Next Round

These Ocala influencers are spreading the love across America and could take the whole thing.

2 days ago in Entertainment, Trending

What to know about the first week of a trial in the 1996 killing of Tupac Shakur

In the first week of testimony at the trial of a man accused of orchestrating the killing of Tupac Shakur, the night of Sept. 7, 1996, has been run and rerun many times — through police who were at the scene, through the people near the hip-hop superstar, and through the recorded words of the suspect, Duane "Keffe D" Davis.

2 days ago in Entertainment, Trending

‘Spider-Man’ tops box office in fourth weekend; ‘The Odyssey’ becomes Nolan’s highest-grossing film

"Spider-Man: Brand New Day" fought off a slew of newcomers, including a comedy, a horror franchise, a Jason Statham action movie and a family pic, to maintain its first-place spot at the box office in its fourth weekend in theaters. "The Odyssey" also became Christopher Nolan's highest grossing movie ever, both domestically and internationally.

3 days ago in Entertainment, Features, Food & Drink

Gator Joe’s Beach Bar & Grill in Ocklawaha Celebrates 100th Anniversary

A water slide, gator tacos, and 100 years of family memories took center stage as Gator Joe’s celebrated its centennial on Lake Weir Saturday.