Serena Williams is returning to pro tennis at age 44 after nearly 4 years away from the sport

YouTuber box office boom: 'Backrooms' and 'Obsession' draw Gen Z to theaters

Dua Lipa and actor Callum Turner are married

The trophy returns: NBA releases images of how Finals courts will look in San Antonio, New York

Last call? States look to extend bar and restaurant hours during the World Cup

Lifestyle

6 days 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.

7 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.'

1 week 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

Sports

3 hours ago in Sports

Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappé and Lamine Yamal are all going to the World Cup after injury scares

Injuries to some of soccer's star players, including Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappé and Lamine Yamal, sparked concern ahead of the World Cup. All three have been included in their national team squads for the tournament in the United States, Canada and Mexico, but others have not been so fortunate.

3 hours ago in Sports

Caleb Williams strikes jump-throw pose for Madden NFL 27 cover

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams was announced Tuesday as EA Sports' cover athlete for Madden NFL 27. On the standard cover, Williams is depicted in a body position similar to his pivotal, scrambling, fourth-and-8 jump pass to Rome Odunze in a stirring comeback victory over Green Bay in a wild card playoff game on Jan. 10.

20 hours ago in Sports

Josh Jacobs practicing with Packers again while prosecutors consider whether to file charges

Green Bay's Josh Jacobs is practicing with the Packers while prosecutors consider whether to file charges against the three-time Pro Bowl running back following his arrest on domestic abuse allegations.

News from 352today

1 hour ago in Business, Features, Local

These New Businesses Opened Their Doors in the North Central Florida Region in May

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A hospital, a beloved chain and a new dog-friendly watering hole are among the 352's new businesses.

3 hours ago in Crime & Safety, Local

Northbound Off-Ramp at I-75 and CR 484 in Marion County to Close Overnight

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After closing the southbound exit at the interchange for a few days, the FDOT will do a few nights' work on the opposite off-ramp.

24 hours ago in Community, Local

Citrus County to Break Ground on New Animal Services Facility June 15

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Citrus County will break ground June 15 on a new Animal Services facility in Lecanto, a project officials say will expand services and improve care for animals throughout the community.

1 day ago in Community, Entertainment, Local

Marion County Commission Approves $50K Grant to Rock The Country Music Festival Organizers

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The grant is being awarded as part of the Tourist Development Council's program for helping fund events that raise Marion County's profile as an event destination.

1 day ago in Community, Local

City of Ocala to End Curbside Recycling, Launch Drop-Off Program July 6

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Ocala will end curbside recycling services July 6 and replace it with a citywide drop-off program aimed at reducing costs while maintaining recycling access for residents.

2 days ago in Crime & Safety, Local

Marion County Deputies Search for Missing Endangered Ocala Woman

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Authorities are asking for the public's help locating an endangered Ocala woman who is diabetic, insulin-dependent and may be experiencing memory loss.

2 days ago in Community, Local

There’s Only One Month Left to Submit for Marion County Stormwater’s Calendar Contest

The clock is ticking on your chance to share your love of Marion County's lovely natural resources and have your photo featured in next year's calendar.

4 days ago in Food & Drink, Local

Gainesville’s Afternoon Restaurant Earns Michelin Recommendation in First Statewide Florida Guide

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Afternoon Restaurant in Gainesville was among 38 Florida eateries recognized with a Michelin recommendation as the guide expanded statewide for the first time.

News

3 hours ago in National

Takeaways from primaries featuring Spencer Pratt, a missing congressman and a rare Trump setback

Here are takeaways from primary elections Tuesday in California, Iowa, Montana, New Jersey, New Mexico and South Dakota.

3 hours ago in Entertainment

Lawyers for Lively and Baldoni battle in a New York court despite settling claims weeks ago

On Monday, lawyers for Blake Lively were back in court, trying to get a judge to make Baldoni pay her legal bills plus other penalties. They said she's entitled to the money under a California law because Justin Baldoni's countersuit, which claimed she had defamed and extorted him, was thrown out last year by a judge.

3 hours ago in Sports