Congress' fight over the future of Obamacare tax credits casts a long shadow in Florida, where 2.2 million could be priced ...

Florida teachers would have to take an oath to the nation and the state under new legislation filed by a Republican lawmaker.

Nights in the Gardens of Spain' The Ocala Symphony Orchestra begins its 50th anniversary season with performances at 7:30 p.m ...

The Star Banner has identified 5 star freshmen from the 2025 fall high school sports season across football and volleyball ...

An Amber Alert was sent out Sept. 25 about a missing teen who may have been shot and kidnapped. Authorities believe it was a ...

Missing Joann Fabrics? Good news, Michaels has launched the Knit & Sew Shop with Joann branding and private-label brands. See ...

Here's a recent look at the construction work on the new hotel at 210 W. Silver Springs Blvd. in downtown Ocala.

Construction continues on the AC Hotel by Marriott in downtown Ocala. The six-story, 176-room hotel is expected to open in late 2026.

Construction continues at the AC Hotel by Marriott downtown Ocala, The six-story, 176-room hotel is expected to open in late 2026.

Ocala has been the setting for several protests against the Trump administration. Now another one is planned for 9-11 a.m.

Here's a look at all local budgets and millage rates for 2025-26 in Ocala, Marion County and the smaller municipalities.

Almost all models show Tropical Storm Lorenzo curving north and then east, staying far away from Florida and the U.S. east ...