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Virginia Town: Methane from Sewer System Contaminated Water
Officials say the contamination of a Virginia city's water supply that triggered evacuations late last month was caused by methane gas released from the sewer system.
Speed Limit Going Up on Parts of Interstate 64 in Virginia
Motorists can put the pedal a little closer to the metal on a portion of Interstate 64 in Virginia.
Civilian Review Board Looks at How Police Collect Data on Certain Issues
The group tasked with holding Charlottesville's police department accountable is taking a look at how police data is collected in an effort to improve relations between police officers and members of the community.
Planning Commission Says City Council Should Deny Permits for Proposed Development
Developers for a proposed urban farm in the Charlottesville-Albemarle area received a massive blow on Tuesday night from the Charlottesville Planning Commission.
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Virginians Learn New Requirements for Medicaid at Information Session
Virginians Learn New Requirements for Medicaid at Information Session
Augusta Health held an information session on the changes
Starting January 1, about 400,000 more Virginians will have access to low-cost health care.
Full StoryStarting January 1, about 400,000 more Virginians will have access to low-cost health care.
Full StoryAlbemarle County Fire Crews Respond to Structure Fire on Holly Road
Albemarle County Fire Crews Respond to Structure Fire on Holly Road
The blaze occurred around 6 p.m. on Dec. 11
At approximately 6:09 on December 11, 2018, crews responded to reports of a house fire at 1000 Holly Road in Scottsville.
Full StoryAt approximately 6:09 on December 11, 2018, crews responded to reports of a house fire at 1000 Holly Road in Scottsville.
Full StoryUVA Medical Center Holds Lights of Love Ceremony
UVA Medical Center Holds Lights of Love Ceremony
It's looking more like Christmas at UVA Medical Center on Tuesday, December 11, with the snow and and Christmas tree.
Full StoryIt's looking more like Christmas at UVA Medical Center on Tuesday, December 11, with the snow and and Christmas tree.
Full StoryCharlottesville Hotel Houses Lynchburg-Area Students During Snow Storm
Charlottesville Hotel Houses Lynchburg-Area Students During Snow Storm
A group of Lynchburg-area students is giving thanks to a hotel in Charlottesville that provided refuge when the students were in a tough spot.
Full StoryA group of Lynchburg-area students is giving thanks to a hotel in Charlottesville that provided refuge when the students were in a tough spot.
Full StoryStaunton Parking Garage to Partially Reopen Next Week
Staunton Parking Garage to Partially Reopen Next Week
The Johnson Street Parking Garage will partially reopen next week.
Staunton’s Johnson Street Parking Garage will partially re-open on Monday after being closed since the spring.
Full StoryStaunton’s Johnson Street Parking Garage will partially re-open on Monday after being closed since the spring.
Full StoryLouisa Says Methane Gas Release Caused Water Problems, Evacuation
Louisa Says Methane Gas Release Caused Water Problems, Evacuation
Louisa evacuated a number of people on Nov. 29
The town of Louisa now says it was a methane gas release from the sewer system that prompted water woes and an evacuation about two weeks ago.
Full StoryThe town of Louisa now says it was a methane gas release from the sewer system that prompted water woes and an evacuation about two weeks ago.
Full StoryWoman, Dog Rescued from Frozen Pond in Albemarle
Woman, Dog Rescued from Frozen Pond in Albemarle
A woman and her dog were rescue from a partially frozen pond in Albemarle County.
The incident happened at a pond near the corner of Arden Creek Lane and Mallside Forest Court around 1 p.m. Fire officials say a person and a dog had fallen through the ice when they arrived.
Full StoryThe incident happened at a pond near the corner of Arden Creek Lane and Mallside Forest Court around 1 p.m. Fire officials say a person and a dog had fallen through the ice when they arrived.
Full StoryRural Businesses Struggle to Open in Wake of Snow Storm
Rural Businesses Struggle to Open in Wake of Snow Storm
First Colony Winery employees made the trek in on Dec. 11
While some roads in central Virginia are still in rough shape, businesses are starting to return to normal hours after the snow storm that hit the area on Sunday.
Full StoryWhile some roads in central Virginia are still in rough shape, businesses are starting to return to normal hours after the snow storm that hit the area on Sunday.
Full StoryElkton Asks Residents to Conserve Electricity Due to November Ice Storm
Elkton Asks Residents to Conserve Electricity Due to November Ice Storm
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Power concerns are spreading in the Rockingham County town of Elkton on Monday night.
Full StoryPower concerns are spreading in the Rockingham County town of Elkton on Monday night.
Full StoryWaynesboro Police Arrest 2 on Possession of Meth, Heroin
Waynesboro Police Arrest 2 on Possession of Meth, Heroin
On December 8, 2018, members the Waynesboro Police Department arrested two people after a traffic stop near Rosser Avenue in Waynesboro.
Full StoryOn December 8, 2018, members the Waynesboro Police Department arrested two people after a traffic stop near Rosser Avenue in Waynesboro.
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Fields Trial Day 11: Victim Statements, Forensic Psychologist Testifies, Jury Deliberates Sentencing
Fields Trial Day 11: Victim Statements, Forensic Psychologist Testifies, Jury Deliberates Sentencing
Exhibit 126, which shows Fields carrying a shield while marching in downtown Charlottesville
Jurors in the James A. Fields, Junior trial may soon be delivering their sentencing recommendation to Judge Richard Moore. They began deliberating at 3:11 p.m. Monday, Dec. 10.
Full StoryJurors in the James A. Fields, Junior trial may soon be delivering their sentencing recommendation to Judge Richard Moore. They began deliberating at 3:11 p.m. Monday, Dec. 10.
Full StoryFields Trial Day 10: Jurors Finds Fields Guilty of First-Degree Murder
Fields Trial Day 10: Jurors Finds Fields Guilty of First-Degree Murder
James Alex Fields Junior
Jurors have found James Alex Fields, Junior guilty of first-degree murder in the death of Heather Heyer. The jury also returned guilty verdicts on all of the other charges.
Full StoryJurors have found James Alex Fields, Junior guilty of first-degree murder in the death of Heather Heyer. The jury also returned guilty verdicts on all of the other charges.
Full StoryFields Trial Day 9: Testimony Concludes, Closing Arguments, Case Turned Over to Jury
Fields Trial Day 9: Testimony Concludes, Closing Arguments, Case Turned Over to Jury
Evidence showing James A. Fields, Jr. at the Unite the Right rally
Jurors are entering the deliberations phase in the James Alex Fields, Junior trial.
Full StoryJurors are entering the deliberations phase in the James Alex Fields, Junior trial.
Full StoryFields Trial Day 8: Defense Attorneys Continue to Call Witnesses
Fields Trial Day 8: Defense Attorneys Continue to Call Witnesses
Courtroom sketch of James A. Fields, Jr. (Courtesy Bill Hennessy)
Attorneys for James A. Fields, Jr. are expected to rest their case Thursday, Dec. 6. The defense called six people to the witness stand Wednesday, Dec. 5.
Full StoryAttorneys for James A. Fields, Jr. are expected to rest their case Thursday, Dec. 6. The defense called six people to the witness stand Wednesday, Dec. 5.
Full StoryFields Trial Day 7: Video and Audio Recordings of Fields Jr. Played for Jury
Fields Trial Day 7: Video and Audio Recordings of Fields Jr. Played for Jury
Exhibit 126, which shows Fields carrying a shield while marching in downtown Charlottesville
Jurors are seeing a different side of the man who was behind the wheel of the car attack in downtown Charlottesville on August 12, 2017. The defense is now presenting its case.
Full StoryJurors are seeing a different side of the man who was behind the wheel of the car attack in downtown Charlottesville on August 12, 2017. The defense is now presenting its case.
Full StoryFields Trial Day 6: Jury Hears Details of Heather Heyer's Death
Fields Trial Day 6: Jury Hears Details of Heather Heyer's Death
Courtroom sketch of James A. Fields, Jr. (Courtesy Bill Hennessy)
Heather Heyer had "almost zero chance" of surviving her injuries, according to testimony Monday from a fire captain who responded to the chaotic scene at Fourth Street on Aug. 12, 2017.
Full StoryHeather Heyer had "almost zero chance" of surviving her injuries, according to testimony Monday from a fire captain who responded to the chaotic scene at Fourth Street on Aug. 12, 2017.
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'Hoos Aiming for First Bowl Game Win in 13 Years
'Hoos Aiming for First Bowl Game Win in 13 Years
UVa coach Bronco Mendenhall
The 'Hoos still have a chance to accomplish one of their big goals this season. That's winning a bowl game, something the team hasn't done since winning the Music City Bowl in 2005.
Full StoryThe 'Hoos still have a chance to accomplish one of their big goals this season. That's winning a bowl game, something the team hasn't done since winning the Music City Bowl in 2005.
Full StoryUVa's Kihei Clark Out Indefinitely
UVa's Kihei Clark Out Indefinitely
Clark played on Sunday in Virginia's win over VCU with a protective cast on his wrist.
Full StoryClark played on Sunday in Virginia's win over VCU with a protective cast on his wrist.
Full StoryNo.4 Virginia Rallies to Beat VCU 57-49
No.4 Virginia Rallies to Beat VCU 57-49
Kyle Guy and Ty Jerome combined to score 29 points as No. 4 Virginia held off Virginia Commonwealth 57-49.
Full StoryKyle Guy and Ty Jerome combined to score 29 points as No. 4 Virginia held off Virginia Commonwealth 57-49.
Full StoryRiverheads Football Wins Third Straight 1A State Championship Beating Chilhowie 35-7
Riverheads Football Wins Third Straight 1A State Championship Beating Chilhowie 35-7
It is the sixth state title in Riverheads school history.
Full StoryIt is the sixth state title in Riverheads school history.
Full StoryUVA Women's Basketball Team Loses at Home to Radford 57-44
UVA Women's Basketball Team Loses at Home to Radford 57-44
Radford dominated in the second period, outscoring the Cavaliers 21-4 in the frame to take a 35-16 lead into the halftime break.
Full StoryRadford dominated in the second period, outscoring the Cavaliers 21-4 in the frame to take a 35-16 lead into the halftime break.
Full StoryFriday's High School Basketball Scores & Highlights
Friday's High School Basketball Scores & Highlights
Western Albemarle student section
Here are some of the high school basketball scores from Friday night.
Full StoryHere are some of the high school basketball scores from Friday night.
Full StoryHugh Freeze Hired as Liberty Head Football Coach
Hugh Freeze Hired as Liberty Head Football Coach
Hugh Freeze has enjoyed the highs of football, such as winning the Sugar Bowl and beating mighty Alabama. He's also known embarrassment and shame following a personal scandal that cost him his job at Ole Miss.
Full StoryHugh Freeze has enjoyed the highs of football, such as winning the Sugar Bowl and beating mighty Alabama. He's also known embarrassment and shame following a personal scandal that cost him his job at Ole Miss.
Full StoryThursday's High School Basketball Scores & Highlights
Thursday's High School Basketball Scores & Highlights
Here are some of the high school basketball scores from Thursday night.
Full StoryHere are some of the high school basketball scores from Thursday night.
Full StoryLouisa's Brandon Smith Named Gatorade Virginia State Player of the Year
Louisa's Brandon Smith Named Gatorade Virginia State Player of the Year
Brandon Smith
Smith, who is a 5-star recruit and Penn State signee, had 135 tackles and five sacks this season, leading the Lions to an undefeated regular season.
Full StorySmith, who is a 5-star recruit and Penn State signee, had 135 tackles and five sacks this season, leading the Lions to an undefeated regular season.
Full StoryChris Long is Eagles Nominee for NFL Man of the Year Award
Chris Long is Eagles Nominee for NFL Man of the Year Award
In 2018, Long continued more than a decade of community service by creating the First Quarter for Literacy program, which provides under-served Philadelphia families, and families nationwide, with free books, literacy resources and mentoring services.
Full StoryIn 2018, Long continued more than a decade of community service by creating the First Quarter for Literacy program, which provides under-served Philadelphia families, and families nationwide, with free books, literacy resources and mentoring services.
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Your Guide to Auto Financing: Rising Interest Rates and Tightening Credit
Your Guide to Auto Financing: Rising Interest Rates and Tightening Credit
While auto manufacturers continue to sell record amounts of new cars over the past few years, concerns have been growing about rising interest rates and how it will affect car sales.
Full StoryWhile auto manufacturers continue to sell record amounts of new cars over the past few years, concerns have been growing about rising interest rates and how it will affect car sales.
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Fields Trial Day 10: Jurors Finds Fields Guilty of First-Degree Murder
Fields Trial Day 10: Jurors Finds Fields Guilty of First-Degree Murder
James Alex Fields Junior
Jurors have found James Alex Fields, Junior guilty of first-degree murder in the death of Heather Heyer. The jury also returned guilty verdicts on all of the other charges.
Full StoryJurors have found James Alex Fields, Junior guilty of first-degree murder in the death of Heather Heyer. The jury also returned guilty verdicts on all of the other charges.
Full StoryCharlottesville Announces Dockless Scooter and Bicycle Policy Pilot Program
Charlottesville Announces Dockless Scooter and Bicycle Policy Pilot Program
Lime bikes (Photo courtesy Charlottesville)
Charlottesville has approved the first Dockless Scooter and Bicycle Policy Pilot Program permit to Lime.
Full StoryCharlottesville has approved the first Dockless Scooter and Bicycle Policy Pilot Program permit to Lime.
Full StoryVirginia Teacher Fired for Refusing to Use Trans Student's Pronouns
Virginia Teacher Fired for Refusing to Use Trans Student's Pronouns
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A Virginia high school teacher who refused to use a transgender student's new pronouns has been fired.
Full StoryA Virginia high school teacher who refused to use a transgender student's new pronouns has been fired.
Full StoryAlbemarle Schools Look at Process to Rename Some Schools
Albemarle Schools Look at Process to Rename Some Schools
The board will see a final draft of the policy in January
Several schools in Albemarle County could soon have new names.
Full StorySeveral schools in Albemarle County could soon have new names.
Full StoryFields Trial Day 9: Testimony Concludes, Closing Arguments, Case Turned Over to Jury
Fields Trial Day 9: Testimony Concludes, Closing Arguments, Case Turned Over to Jury
Evidence showing James A. Fields, Jr. at the Unite the Right rally
Jurors are entering the deliberations phase in the James Alex Fields, Junior trial.
Full StoryJurors are entering the deliberations phase in the James Alex Fields, Junior trial.
Full StorySally Hudson Holds Campaign Launch Party for 57th District Seat
Sally Hudson Holds Campaign Launch Party for 57th District Seat
Hudson at her launch party on December 5
Incumbent Delegate David Toscano will have some competition in next year's primary election.
Full StoryIncumbent Delegate David Toscano will have some competition in next year's primary election.
Full StoryDr. Bellamy Releases Memoir About Events of August 2017
Dr. Bellamy Releases Memoir About Events of August 2017
Dr. Wes Bellamy's Memoir.
Dr. Wes Bellamy's Memoir.
A new book by a Charlottesville City Council member, Dr. Wes Bellamy, examines what took place before, during, and after the events of August 2017 from his perspective.
Full StoryA new book by a Charlottesville City Council member, Dr. Wes Bellamy, examines what took place before, during, and after the events of August 2017 from his perspective.
Full StoryVirginia Students Push State Lawmakers to Address Discrimination in Schools
Virginia Students Push State Lawmakers to Address Discrimination in Schools
Students are fighting discrimination in Virginia schools.
Students are fighting discrimination in Virginia schools.
State lawmakers are working with students and activist organizations across the state to come up with solutions for discrimination in schools.
Full StoryState lawmakers are working with students and activist organizations across the state to come up with solutions for discrimination in schools.
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Woman, Dog Rescued from Frozen Pond in Albemarle
Woman, Dog Rescued from Frozen Pond in Albemarle
The incident happened at a pond near the corner of Arden Creek Lane and Mallside Forest Court around 1 p.m. Fire officials say a person and a dog had fallen through the ice when they arrived.
Full StoryThe incident happened at a pond near the corner of Arden Creek Lane and Mallside Forest Court around 1 p.m. Fire officials say a person and a dog had fallen through the ice when they arrived.
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Fields Trial Day 12: Jury Recommends Sentence of More than 400 Years for Fields
Fields Trial Day 12: Jury Recommends Sentence of More than 400 Years for Fields
Jurors are recommending James Alex Fields, Junior be given a life sentence, plus 419 years in prison and fines totaling $480,000.
Full StoryJurors are recommending James Alex Fields, Junior be given a life sentence, plus 419 years in prison and fines totaling $480,000.
Full StoryUpdated: Video and Audio Recordings of James A. Fields Jr. Played for Jury
Updated: Video and Audio Recordings of James A. Fields Jr. Played for Jury
Jurors are seeing a different side of the man who was behind the wheel of the car attack in downtown Charlottesville on August 12, 2017. The defense is now presenting its case.
Full StoryJurors are seeing a different side of the man who was behind the wheel of the car attack in downtown Charlottesville on August 12, 2017. The defense is now presenting its case.
Full StoryCharlottesville Hotel Houses Lynchburg-Area Students During Snow Storm
Charlottesville Hotel Houses Lynchburg-Area Students During Snow Storm
A group of Lynchburg-area students is giving thanks to a hotel in Charlottesville that provided refuge when the students were in a tough spot.
Full StoryA group of Lynchburg-area students is giving thanks to a hotel in Charlottesville that provided refuge when the students were in a tough spot.
Full StoryUpdate: Jury Recommending Sentence of More than 400 Years for Fields
Update: Jury Recommending Sentence of More than 400 Years for Fields
Jurors are recommending James Alex Fields, Junior be given life sentence, plus 419 years in prison and fines totaling $480,000.
Full StoryJurors are recommending James Alex Fields, Junior be given life sentence, plus 419 years in prison and fines totaling $480,000.
Full StoryUVA Medical Center Holds Lights of Love Ceremony
UVA Medical Center Holds Lights of Love Ceremony
It's looking more like Christmas at UVA Medical Center on Tuesday, December 11, with the snow and and Christmas tree.
Full StoryIt's looking more like Christmas at UVA Medical Center on Tuesday, December 11, with the snow and and Christmas tree.
Full StoryArea Farmers Say Romaine Lettuce Sales Increased Following National Recall
Area Farmers Say Romaine Lettuce Sales Increased Following National Recall
Sales are up at an Albemarle County company after all the recent troubles surrounding tainted romaine lettuce.
Full StorySales are up at an Albemarle County company after all the recent troubles surrounding tainted romaine lettuce.
Full StoryPlanning Commission Says City Council Should Deny Permits for Proposed Development
Planning Commission Says City Council Should Deny Permits for Proposed Development
Developers for a proposed urban farm in the Charlottesville-Albemarle area received a massive blow on Tuesday night from the Charlottesville Planning Commission.
Full StoryDevelopers for a proposed urban farm in the Charlottesville-Albemarle area received a massive blow on Tuesday night from the Charlottesville Planning Commission.
Full StoryCivilian Review Board Looks at How Police Collect Data on Certain Issues
Civilian Review Board Looks at How Police Collect Data on Certain Issues
The group tasked with holding Charlottesville's police department accountable is taking a look at how police data is collected in an effort to improve relations between police officers and members of the community.
Full StoryThe group tasked with holding Charlottesville's police department accountable is taking a look at how police data is collected in an effort to improve relations between police officers and members of the community.
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Buckingham Exceptional Student Center finds hope with a game of hoops
Buckingham Exceptional Student Center finds hope with a game of hoops
For Dr. Ruthie Lohmeyer and Buckingham Exceptional Student Center, it all began with a heartfelt idea to bring a mourning community together.Full StoryFor Dr. Ruthie Lohmeyer and Buckingham Exceptional Student Center, it all began with a heartfelt idea to bring a mourning community together.Full StoryToxic: Oxford Dictionaries sums up the mood of 2018 with word of the year
Toxic: Oxford Dictionaries sums up the mood of 2018 with word of the year
2018 was toxic.Full Story2018 was toxic.Full StoryAnd the most streamed song of the century is ... 'Bohemian Rhapsody'
And the most streamed song of the century is ... 'Bohemian Rhapsody'
Freddie Mercury of Queen performs during a 1982 tour stop in Oakland, California. Steve Jennings / WireImage file
Freddie Mercury of Queen performs during a 1982 tour stop in Oakland, California. Steve Jennings / WireImage file
This is the real life, this is not fantasy.Full StoryThis is the real life, this is not fantasy.Full StorySWFL hopefuls audition for 'America's Got Talent' in Tampa
SWFL hopefuls audition for 'America's Got Talent' in Tampa
Thousands of people from around the country gathered in Tampa on Monday to audition for America’s Got Talent.Full StoryThousands of people from around the country gathered in Tampa on Monday to audition for America’s Got Talent.Full StoryUPS driver delivers packages and Christmas tunes for customers
UPS driver delivers packages and Christmas tunes for customers
A UPS delivery driver brings joy to his customers with holiday cheer.Full StoryA UPS delivery driver brings joy to his customers with holiday cheer.Full StoryYou can get a dozen Krispy Kreme donuts for $1 on Wednesday
You can get a dozen Krispy Kreme donuts for $1 on Wednesday
Since Krispy Kreme graced Fort Myers with its presence, the restaurant has set company records thanks to Southwest Florida's love for those glazed donuts.Full StorySince Krispy Kreme graced Fort Myers with its presence, the restaurant has set company records thanks to Southwest Florida's love for those glazed donuts.Full StoryRoger, the ripped kangaroo, has died
Roger, the ripped kangaroo, has died
A burly kangaroo whose buff physique shot him to internet fame has died at the age of 12.Full StoryA burly kangaroo whose buff physique shot him to internet fame has died at the age of 12.Full Story150 years of seeing red: The traffic light marks a milestone
150 years of seeing red: The traffic light marks a milestone
A traffic light next to the Houses of Parliament in London. Yui Mok / PA Wire/AP file
A traffic light next to the Houses of Parliament in London. Yui Mok / PA Wire/AP file
With more than 1,000 people dying each year on London's horse-and-buggy-clogged roads, city leaders knew they had to do something to control traffic.Full StoryWith more than 1,000 people dying each year on London's horse-and-buggy-clogged roads, city leaders knew they had to do something to control traffic.Full StoryDog that survived California wildfire guarded home for weeks
Dog that survived California wildfire guarded home for weeks
A family in California was unable to get home to their dog when the Camp Fire started in Butte County, but when they returned to the spot where their home once stood, their dog was still there waiting for them.Full StoryA family in California was unable to get home to their dog when the Camp Fire started in Butte County, but when they returned to the spot where their home once stood, their dog was still there waiting for them.Full StoryHomeless man with terminal cancer donates to holiday toy drive
Homeless man with terminal cancer donates to holiday toy drive
A homeless man used what little he has to give a selfless gift during a toy drive at a local Walmart.Full StoryA homeless man used what little he has to give a selfless gift during a toy drive at a local Walmart.Full Story
