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  • Wednesday, February 22 2012 10:44 PM EST2012-02-23 03:44:02 GMT
    George Huguely has been found guilty of second-degree murder and grand larceny.  The jury is now deliberating a sentencing recommendation.
    George Huguely has been found guilty of second-degree murder and grand larceny.  The jury is now deliberating a sentencing recommendation.

  • Wednesday, February 22 2012 10:07 PM EST2012-02-23 03:07:07 GMT
    Construction of "Vista Ridge" could help mark the rebound of the housing market in Augusta County, but the first step is a public hearing to give neighbors a chance to weigh in on the proposed development.
    Construction of "Vista Ridge" could help mark the rebound of the housing market in Augusta County, but the first step is a public hearing to give neighbors a chance to weigh in on the proposed development.

  • Wednesday, February 22 2012 9:56 PM EST2012-02-23 02:56:02 GMT
    Virginia Republicans have reversed their stance on a bill requiring women seeking an abortion first undergo a transvaginal ultrasound.
    Virginia Republicans have reversed their stance on a bill requiring women seeking an abortion first undergo a transvaginal ultrasound.

  • Wednesday, February 22 2012 9:52 PM EST2012-02-23 02:52:38 GMT
    An 18-year-old hit and run case is finally over. Brandon Fields will spend one year in jail after pleading guilty to taking part in the crash.
    An 18-year-old hit and run case is finally over. Brandon Fields will spend one year in jail after pleading guilty to taking part in the crash.

  • Wednesday, February 22 2012 8:55 PM EST2012-02-23 01:55:05 GMT
    The Women's Committee presented a check for $335,000 to Martha Jefferson Hospital Wednesday.
    The Women's Committee presented a check for $335,000 to Martha Jefferson Hospital Wednesday.

  • Wednesday, February 22 2012 8:48 PM EST2012-02-23 01:48:28 GMT
    Often jurors in cases with hefty charges like murder can find deliberations a tough chore. We talked to couple jurors who served on other high-profile cases.
    The jury in the Huguely case had a lot of evidence to sift through. Often, jurors in cases with hefty charges like murder can find deliberations a tough chore. We talked to couple jurors who served on other high-profile cases.

  • Wednesday, February 22 2012 8:28 PM EST2012-02-23 01:28:27 GMT
    Some of Virginia's business community spent Wednesday in Richmond meeting with Governor Bob McDonnell. The governor declared 2012 the year of the entrepreneur.
    Some of Virginia's business community spent Wednesday in Richmond meeting with Governor Bob McDonnell. The governor declared 2012 the year of the entrepreneur.

  • Wednesday, February 22 2012 6:02 PM EST2012-02-22 23:02:30 GMT
    Some Albemarle County students were treated to quite a show Wednesday afternoon and it came all the way from Asia. A Chinese acrobatic troop performed in Broadus Wood Elementary.
    Some Albemarle County students were treated to quite a show Wednesday afternoon and it came all the way from Asia. A Chinese acrobatic troop performed in Broadus Wood Elementary.

  • Wednesday, February 22 2012 4:50 PM EST2012-02-22 21:50:55 GMT
    Charlottesville-Albemarle Airport Authority Executive Director, Barbara Hutchinson, has resigned from her position at the Authority.  
    Charlottesville-Albemarle Airport Authority Executive Director, Barbara Hutchinson, has resigned from her position at the Authority.  

  • Wednesday, February 22 2012 4:06 PM EST2012-02-22 21:06:32 GMT
    A last-ditch effort to soften legislation allowing private adoption agencies to discriminate based on sexual orientation has failed in the Virginia House of Delegates.
    A last-ditch effort to soften legislation allowing private adoption agencies to discriminate based on sexual orientation has failed in the Virginia House of Delegates.

  • Wednesday, February 22 2012 3:48 PM EST2012-02-22 20:48:20 GMT
    A Dinwiddie County official says two people have been shot at a Wal-Mart Stores Inc. distribution center.
    A Dinwiddie County official says two people have been shot at a Wal-Mart Stores Inc. distribution center.

  • Wednesday, February 22 2012 12:08 AM EST2012-02-22 05:08:10 GMT
    Tuesday night's topic of choice at Charlottesville City Council was the dangers of a booming deer population.  But not everyone is convinced that population is a problem.
    Tuesday night's topic of choice at Charlottesville City Council was the dangers of a booming deer population.  But not everyone is convinced that population is a problem.

  • Tuesday, February 21 2012 11:46 PM EST2012-02-22 04:46:42 GMT
    Waynesboro's proposed school-budget cuts are no longer just abstract numbers.  Parents, students and teachers came out in force Tuesday night, with impassioned pleas about what must be saved.
    Waynesboro's proposed school-budget cuts are no longer just abstract numbers.  Parents, students and teachers came out in force Tuesday night, with impassioned pleas about what must be saved.

  • Tuesday, February 21 2012 11:02 PM EST2012-02-22 04:02:22 GMT
    We're almost over the hump for another work week.  If you're already feeling sick of work, it may be more than the mid-week blues.  A Charlottesville doctor diagnoses work sleep disorder.
    We're almost over the hump for another work week.  If you're already feeling sick of work, it may be more than the mid-week blues.  A Charlottesville doctor diagnoses work sleep disorder.

  • Tuesday, February 21 2012 9:32 PM EST2012-02-22 02:32:11 GMT
    Charlottesville business leaders are learning what it takes to reduce their waste. It's part of the ongoing Better Business Challenge competition.
    Charlottesville business leaders are learning what it takes to reduce their waste. It's part of the ongoing Better Business Challenge competition.

  • Tuesday, February 21 2012 7:26 PM EST2012-02-22 00:26:51 GMT
    State Senate Democrats are threatening a government shutdown, if Republicans do not agree to their demands. This all has to do with passing a budget in an evenly-divided Senate.
    State Senate Democrats are threatening a government shutdown, if Republicans do not agree to their demands. This all has to do with passing a budget in an evenly-divided Senate.

  • Tuesday, February 21 2012 6:34 PM EST2012-02-21 23:34:19 GMT
    Several members of Charlottesville's Dialogue on Race Steering Committee have resigned, frustrated after city council slowed plans to create the city's first human rights commission.
    Several members of Charlottesville's Dialogue on Race Steering Committee have resigned, frustrated after city council slowed plans to create the city's first human rights commission.

  • Tuesday, February 21 2012 6:06 PM EST2012-02-21 23:06:23 GMT
    A case involving three people accused of abducting a woman is on its way to a grand jury in Augusta County.
    A case involving three people accused of abducting a woman is on its way to a grand jury in Augusta County.

  • Tuesday, February 21 2012 5:59 PM EST2012-02-21 22:59:30 GMT
    Statistics show requests for protective orders in the commonwealth are up more than 15-fold after a new law removed obstacles for those who are not married to seek protection.
    Statistics show requests for protective orders in the commonwealth are up more than 15-fold after a new law removed obstacles for those who are not married to seek protection.

  • Tuesday, February 21 2012 5:32 PM EST2012-02-21 22:32:49 GMT
    The George Huguely murder trial is in recess until Wednesday, when it will resume with jury deliberations, but you may wonder why it is on hold for so long.
    The George Huguely murder trial is in recess until Wednesday, when it will resume with jury deliberations, but you may wonder why it is on hold for so long.

  • Tuesday, February 21 2012 5:03 PM EST2012-02-21 22:03:07 GMT
    Former Charlottesville City Council candidate James Halfaday is expected to plead guilty to election fraud charges.  He was indicted by a grand jury Tuesday in Charlottesville Circuit Court.
    Former Charlottesville City Council candidate James Halfaday is expected to plead guilty to election fraud charges.  He was indicted by a grand jury Tuesday in Charlottesville Circuit Court.

  • Tuesday, February 21 2012 4:49 PM EST2012-02-21 21:49:46 GMT
    The town at the epicenter of August's earthquake is building up its downtown.  Mineral hopes a new municipal building will spark a revitalization to spruce up the small town.
    The town at the epicenter of August's earthquake is building up its downtown.  Mineral hopes a new municipal building will spark a revitalization to spruce up the small town.

  • Tuesday, February 21 2012 3:20 PM EST2012-02-21 20:20:37 GMT
    Albemarle police have arrested five suspects involved in several larcenies from motor vehicles, breaking and entering in the night time and credit card theft that occurred in the Barracks Road area.
    Albemarle police have arrested five suspects involved in several larcenies from motor vehicles, breaking and entering in the night time and credit card theft that occurred in the Barracks Road area.

  • Legislation allowing private adoption agencies to discriminate against gay prospective parents is on its way to Virginia's governor, who has said he will sign it.
    Legislation allowing private adoption agencies to discriminate against gay prospective parents is on its way to Virginia's governor, who has said he will sign it.

  • Tuesday, February 21 2012 11:27 AM EST2012-02-21 16:27:55 GMT
    A Senate committee has rejected legislation that would have made it illegal to secretly use an electronic device to track a person's movements.
    A Senate committee has rejected legislation that would have made it illegal to secretly use an electronic device to track a person's movements.

  • Tuesday, February 21 2012 10:00 AM EST2012-02-21 15:00:46 GMT
    A Charlottesville company is taking a bite out of the competition and creating apps for businesses in the community and around the country.

  • Hundreds of women stood mute, arm-in-arm, forming a human cordon through which legislators walked before Monday's floor sessions to protest a wave of anti-abortion legislation.
    Hundreds of women stood mute, arm-in-arm, forming a human cordon through which legislators walked before Monday's floor sessions to protest a wave of anti-abortion legislation.

  • Tuesday, February 21 2012 12:48 AM EST2012-02-21 05:48:01 GMT
    One of central Virginia's most decorated war veterans is adding honors to his list.  Carl "Chubby" Proffitt was part of the first wave to hit France's Omaha Beach on D-Day.
    One of central Virginia's most decorated war veterans is adding honors to his list.  Carl "Chubby" Proffitt was part of the first wave to hit France's Omaha Beach on D-Day.

  • Tuesday, February 21 2012 12:36 AM EST2012-02-21 05:36:16 GMT
    Representative Robert Hurt celebrated Presidents Day with a past commander in chief.  The 5th District congressman took a tour of Ash Lawn with James Monroe himself.
    Representative Robert Hurt celebrated Presidents Day with a past commander in chief.  The 5th District congressman took a tour of Ash Lawn with James Monroe himself.

  • Tuesday, February 21 2012 12:21 AM EST2012-02-21 05:21:51 GMT
    A legendary area basketball coach is calling it a career after decades of molding young players and young men. But Coach Fletcher Arritt is leaving behind a legacy few will forget.
    A legendary area basketball coach is calling it a career after decades of molding young players and young men. But Coach Fletcher Arritt is leaving behind a legacy few will forget.

  • Tuesday, February 21 2012 12:01 AM EST2012-02-21 05:01:47 GMT
    Sunday's snowfall may have had many runners turning to the great indoors for training. In this week's Marathon Monday, we look at drawbacks of taking the treadmill route for the majority of your runs.
    Sunday's snowfall may have had many runners turning to the great indoors for training. In this week's Marathon Monday, we look at drawbacks of taking the treadmill route for the majority of your runs.

  • Monday, February 20 2012 9:54 PM EST2012-02-21 02:54:03 GMT
    There could be a new look between the Belmont section of the city and downtown.  A contest was held to pick a new design for the Belmont Bridge.
    There could be a new look between the Belmont section of the city and downtown.  A contest was held to pick a new design for the Belmont Bridge.

  • Monday, February 20 2012 7:48 PM EST2012-02-21 00:48:47 GMT
    The former home of Patricia Kluge's "Fuel Company" is back with new owners and a new life as a Sunoco gas station.
    The former home of Patricia Kluge's "Fuel Company" is back with new owners and a new life as a Sunoco gas station.

  • Monday, February 20 2012 7:42 PM EST2012-02-21 00:42:29 GMT
    Homeowners are still picking up the pieces in Louisa County after August's earthquake.  Funds are finally getting into the hands of homeowners who are dealing with damage.
    Homeowners are still picking up the pieces in Louisa County after August's earthquake.  Funds are finally getting into the hands of homeowners who are dealing with damage.

  • Monday, February 20 2012 7:40 PM EST2012-02-21 00:40:02 GMT
    "What will you build" is the latest campaign for the valley's Habitat for Humanity.
    "What will you build" is the latest campaign for the valley's Habitat for Humanity.

  • Monday, February 20 2012 6:02 PM EST2012-02-20 23:02:55 GMT
    Creative types in Greene County will soon have a built-in support system. The county's new art guild is run by artists, for artists.
    Creative types in Greene County will soon have a built-in support system. The county's new art guild is run by artists, for artists.

  • Monday, February 20 2012 5:57 PM EST2012-02-20 22:57:32 GMT
    One Albemarle County business is breathing a little easier now that winter's first significant snowfall has come and gone.
    One Albemarle County business is breathing a little easier now that winter's first significant snowfall has come and gone.

  • Monday, February 20 2012 5:13 PM EST2012-02-20 22:13:11 GMT
    The town of Mineral is planning for a May concert date from country crooner Alan Jackson. The earthquake-damaged town won the free concert in an online contest back in October.
    The town of Mineral is planning for a May concert date from country crooner Alan Jackson. The earthquake-damaged town won the free concert in an online contest back in October.

  • Monday, February 20 2012 5:06 PM EST2012-02-20 22:06:35 GMT
    Charlottesville School Board members are relieved that Rob Bell's budget amendment failed in Richmond this weekend.  They say it would have cost them $2.5 million in funding they can't afford to lose.
    Charlottesville School Board members are relieved that Rob Bell's budget amendment failed in Richmond this weekend.  They say it would have cost them $2.5 million in funding they can't afford to lose.

  • Monday, February 20 2012 5:03 PM EST2012-02-20 22:03:22 GMT
    Budget amendments from the Virginia House of Delegates include $2 million to help Louisa County rebuild two earthquake-damaged schools.
    Budget amendments from the Virginia House of Delegates include $2 million to help Louisa County rebuild two earthquake-damaged schools.

  • Monday, February 20 2012 3:41 PM EST2012-02-20 20:41:12 GMT
    Virginia Blood Services hosted its biannual Broadcasters for Blood Drive Monday. The event at the MLK Performing Arts Center in Charlottesville ends at 7:00 Monday night.
    Virginia Blood Services hosted its biannual Broadcasters for Blood Drive Monday. The event at the MLK Performing Arts Center in Charlottesville ends at 7:00 Monday night.

  • Monday, February 20 2012 1:32 PM EST2012-02-20 18:32:43 GMT
    A Senate committee has endorsed legislation to allow most local government employees to bring guns to work as long as they keep them locked in their vehicles.
    A Senate committee has endorsed legislation to allow most local government employees to bring guns to work as long as they keep them locked in their vehicles.

  • Monday, February 20 2012 11:55 AM EST2012-02-20 16:55:08 GMT
    A condo building is badly damaged after a fire at Wintergreen Resort Monday morning. The call went out shortly after 6:00 on Laurelwood Road on the mountain at Wintergreen.
    A condo building is badly damaged after a fire at Wintergreen Resort Monday morning. The call went out shortly after 6:00 on Laurelwood Road on the mountain at Wintergreen.

  • Monday, February 20 2012 11:20 AM EST2012-02-20 16:20:25 GMT
    Since Virginia expanded its law to allow more people to seek protective orders against those they say are threatening them, the number of such orders has soared.
    Since Virginia expanded its law to allow more people to seek protective orders against those they say are threatening them, the number of such orders has soared.

  • Monday, February 20 2012 1:04 AM EST2012-02-20 06:04:29 GMT
    A Charlottesville man died and four others were injured in a two car crash on Interstate 64 in Albemarle County Sunday. The crash was not weather related.
    A Charlottesville man died and four others were injured in a two car crash on Interstate 64 in Albemarle County Sunday. The crash was not weather related.

  • Monday, February 20 2012 12:41 AM EST2012-02-20 05:41:14 GMT
    Monticello is celebrating Presidents Day weekend by virtually bringing those who worked on the plantation back to life.
    Monticello is celebrating Presidents Day weekend by virtually bringing those who worked on the plantation back to life.

  • Monday, February 20 2012 12:38 AM EST2012-02-20 05:38:50 GMT
    One item not included in the House of Delegates budget amendments Sunday night is a change in how the state disperses sales tax revenue.
    One item not included in the House of Delegates budget amendments Sunday night is a change in how the state disperses sales tax revenue.

  • Monday, February 20 2012 12:15 AM EST2012-02-20 05:15:54 GMT
    Sunday night, state lawmakers are at work in Richmond getting down to business on Virginia's $85 billion budget.
    Sunday night, state lawmakers are at work in Richmond getting down to business on Virginia's $85 billion budget.

  • Sunday, February 19 2012 11:40 PM EST2012-02-20 04:40:39 GMT
    Downtown Stanardsville is set to get a facelift. A group called Stanardsville Area Revitalization has unveiled its streetscape enhancement plan.
    Downtown Stanardsville is set to get a facelift. A group called Stanardsville Area Revitalization has unveiled its streetscape enhancement plan.

  • Sunday, February 19 2012 10:51 PM EST2012-02-20 03:51:11 GMT
    A Charlottesville man, the victim of a group beating, is in critical condition at the University of Virginia Medical Center Sunday.
    A Charlottesville man, the victim of a group beating, is in critical condition at the University of Virginia Medical Center Sunday.

  • Sunday, February 19 2012 7:32 PM EST2012-02-20 00:32:24 GMT
    This year's first real winter storm took a while to get started, but has since come with a vengeance.
    This year's first real winter storm took a while to get started, but has since come with a vengeance.

  • Sunday, February 19 2012 6:27 PM EST2012-02-19 23:27:23 GMT
    Snow means a day off for many, but not the folks who drive the plows. When part of your livelihood depends on bad weather, a mild winter can make or break you.
    Snow means a day off for many, but not the folks who drive the plows. When part of your livelihood depends on bad weather, a mild winter can make or break you.

  • Sunday, February 19 2012 5:29 PM EST2012-02-19 22:29:54 GMT
    Charlottesville police are searching for an armed robber who held up a University of Virginia student on the corner Saturday morning.
    Charlottesville police are searching for an armed robber who held up a University of Virginia student on the corner Saturday morning.

  • Saturday, February 18 2012 11:41 PM EST2012-02-19 04:41:25 GMT
    A Winter Storm Watch is in effect for Sunday Morning through 6am Monday for Albemarle, Augusta, Culpeper, Fluvanna, Greene, Louisa Madison, Nelson, Orange, Page, and Rockingham counties.
    A Winter Storm Watch is in effect for Sunday Morning through 6am Monday for Albemarle, Augusta, Culpeper, Fluvanna, Greene, Louisa Madison, Nelson, Orange, Page, and Rockingham counties.

  • Saturday, February 18 2012 11:14 PM EST2012-02-19 04:14:18 GMT
    A bed-and-breakfast in Waynesboro escaped serious damage from a fire Saturday night. The blaze broke out at The Iris Inn on Chinquapin Drive around 8:30.
    A bed-and-breakfast in Waynesboro escaped serious damage from a fire Saturday night. The blaze broke out at The Iris Inn on Chinquapin Drive around 8:30.

  • Saturday, February 18 2012 10:39 PM EST2012-02-19 03:39:48 GMT
    A campaign calling for higher pay for some of University of Virginia's lowest paid employees is ramping up their demands.
    A campaign calling for higher pay for some of University of Virginia's lowest paid employees is ramping up their demands.

  • Saturday, February 18 2012 10:09 PM EST2012-02-19 03:09:09 GMT
    The defense rested its case in the George Huguely murder trial on Saturday and we heard emotional closing arguments, but we will have to wait until at least Wednesday before a verdict from the jury.
    The defense rested its case in the George Huguely murder trial on Saturday and we heard emotional closing arguments, but we will have to wait until at least Wednesday before a verdict from the jury.

  • Saturday, February 18 2012 8:55 PM EST2012-02-19 01:55:30 GMT
    Two Charlottesville men face felony drug charges after police in Albemarle County say they confiscated marijuana and cocaine from their car.
    Two Charlottesville men face felony drug charges after police in Albemarle County say they confiscated marijuana and cocaine from their car.

  • Saturday, February 18 2012 8:36 PM EST2012-02-19 01:36:35 GMT
    The Albemarle County Sheriff's Office is searching for some qualified volunteers to join its search and rescue team.
    The Albemarle County Sheriff's Office is searching for some qualified volunteers to join its search and rescue team.

  • Saturday, February 18 2012 7:45 PM EST2012-02-19 00:45:07 GMT
    The threat of snow is sending many to the hardware store to stock up on winter storm supplies.
    The threat of snow is sending many to the hardware store to stock up on winter storm supplies.

  • Saturday, February 18 2012 6:01 PM EST2012-02-18 23:01:33 GMT
    Albemarle County police are investigating how a 5-year-old girl ended up in the driver's seat of a car that rolled back, pinning her against a trailer.
    Albemarle County police are investigating how a 5-year-old girl ended up in the driver's seat of a car that rolled back, pinning her against a trailer.

  • Saturday, February 18 2012 4:57 PM EST2012-02-18 21:57:08 GMT
    Former U.S. Representative Virgil Goode says he's running for president.
    Former U.S. Representative Virgil Goode says he's running for president.

  • Feb 16, 2012 10:47 AM EST2012-02-18 17:24:47 GMT
    The prosecution rested its case, and the defense started presenting evidence in the George Huguely murder trial.  Huguely is accused of murder in the 2010 death of his ex-girlfriend, Yeardley Love.
    The prosecution rested its case, and the defense started presenting evidence in the George Huguely murder trial.  Huguely is accused of murder in the 2010 death of his ex-girlfriend, UVA lacrosse player Yeardley Love.

  • Feb 15, 2012 01:20 PM EST2012-02-18 17:23:29 GMT
    Day seven of the George Huguely murder trial began this morning with the prosecution continuing to lay out its case with expert testimony.
    Day seven of the George Huguely murder trial began this morning with the prosecution continuing to lay out its case with expert testimony.

  • Feb 14, 2012 03:31 PM EST2012-02-18 17:21:20 GMT
    The commonwealth has resumed its case in the murder trial of George Huguely Monday morning. Huguely is accused of murder in the 2010 death of his ex-girlfriend, UVA lacrosse player Yeardley Love.
    The commonwealth has resumed its case in the murder trial of George Huguely Monday morning. Huguely is accused of murder in the 2010 death of his ex-girlfriend, UVA lacrosse player Yeardley Love.

  • Feb 10, 2012 08:01 PM EST2012-02-18 17:19:39 GMT
    The George Huguely trial enters its fifth day with the prosecution continuing its efforts to convince jurors Huguely murdered University of Virginia lacrosse player Yeardley Love.
    The George Huguely trial enters its fifth day with the prosecution continuing its efforts to convince jurors Huguely murdered University of Virginia lacrosse player Yeardley Love.

  • Feb 9, 2012 08:57 PM EST2012-02-18 17:19:04 GMT
    As the trial of George Huguely moves into day four prosecutors will continue to lay out their explanation of what happened the night Yeardley Love died.
    As the trial of George Huguely moves into day four prosecutors will continue to lay out their explanation of what happened the night Yeardley Love died.

  • Feb 9, 2012 02:48 PM EST2012-02-18 17:18:23 GMT
    The third day of George Huguely's murder trial featured opening statements and testimony from eight people.
    The third day of George Huguely's murder trial featured opening statements and testimony from eight people.

  • Friday, February 17 2012 10:45 PM EST2012-02-18 03:45:34 GMT
    Archeologists at Monticello are digging up what Thomas Jefferson left off his maps.
    Archeologists at Monticello are digging up what Thomas Jefferson left off his maps.

  • Friday, February 17 2012 10:36 PM EST2012-02-18 03:36:01 GMT
    The George Huguely murder trial resumed this morning. The defense presented a few witnesses, but court recessed again because a defense attorney is still ill.
    The George Huguely murder trial resumed this morning. The defense presented a few witnesses, but court recessed again because a defense attorney is still ill.

  • Friday, February 17 2012 10:27 PM EST2012-02-18 03:27:49 GMT
    A Monticello High School media specialist is pumping up the volume on music courses.
    A Monticello High School media specialist is pumping up the volume on music courses.

  • Friday, February 17 2012 8:42 PM EST2012-02-18 01:42:43 GMT
    The "fruit of the vine" takes the spotlight in Staunton at the Second Annual Winter Wine Festival Saturday at the Stonewall Jackson Hotel.
    The "fruit of the vine" takes the spotlight in Staunton at the Second Annual Winter Wine Festival Saturday at the Stonewall Jackson Hotel.

  • Friday, February 17 2012 8:28 PM EST2012-02-18 01:28:36 GMT
    A murder trial often makes for an interesting story, but the George Huguely murder case is getting attention nationwide. When you ask anybody why, you get a wealth of opinions on the issue.
    A murder trial often makes for an interesting story, but the George Huguely murder case is getting attention nationwide. When you ask anybody why, you get a wealth of opinions on the issue.

  • Friday, February 17 2012 8:17 PM EST2012-02-18 01:17:23 GMT
    Business is booming in Zion Crossroads, and it's catching the eye of developers looking to invest.
    Business is booming in Zion Crossroads, and it's catching the eye of developers looking to invest.

  • Friday, February 17 2012 8:03 PM EST2012-02-18 01:03:16 GMT
    Both houses of the General Assembly will unveil their amendments to Governor Bob McDonnell's budget this weekend.
    Both houses of the General Assembly will unveil their amendments to Governor Bob McDonnell's budget this weekend.

  • Friday, February 17 2012 7:47 PM EST2012-02-18 00:47:37 GMT
    Despite promises of extra cash, many educators in Albemarle County and across the state made a fashion statement Friday to protest funding cuts by the commonwealth.
    Despite promises of extra cash, many educators in Albemarle County and across the state made a fashion statement Friday to protest funding cuts by the commonwealth.

  • Friday, February 17 2012 7:31 PM EST2012-02-18 00:31:25 GMT
    The city of Staunton bet $15 million on the Western State Hospital project, and is still confident that was a wise investment.
    The city of Staunton bet $15 million on the Western State Hospital project, and is still confident that was a wise investment.

  • Friday, February 17 2012 6:04 PM EST2012-02-17 23:04:12 GMT
    Management and members at Wintergreen Resort are responding to criticism in the wake of recent financial troubles.
    Management and members at Wintergreen Resort are responding to criticism in the wake of recent financial troubles.

  • Friday, February 17 2012 5:45 PM EST2012-02-17 22:45:58 GMT
    Susan Allen, the wife of former Governor and Senate candidate George Allen, was collecting signatures to get her husband on the state's primary ballot.
    Susan Allen, the wife of former Governor and Senate candidate George Allen, was collecting signatures to get her husband on the state's primary ballot.

  • Friday, February 17 2012 5:38 PM EST2012-02-17 22:38:15 GMT
    Students in Greene County are jump roping, hula hooping and shooting their way to a heart healthy lifestyle. They are doing it all while raising money for the American Heart Association.
    Students in Greene County are jump roping, hula hooping and shooting their way to a heart healthy lifestyle. They are doing it all while raising money for the American Heart Association.

  • Friday, February 17 2012 5:35 PM EST2012-02-17 22:35:44 GMT
    Update: Friday afternoon, UVA President Teresa Sullivan responded to the Living Wage Campaign's demands.
    Update: Friday afternoon, UVA President Teresa Sullivan responded to the Living Wage Campaign's demands.

  • Friday, February 17 2012 4:00 PM EST2012-02-17 21:00:54 GMT
    State and local employees who use 401(k)-style contribution plans will have a new investment option later this year.
    State and local employees who use 401(k)-style contribution plans will have a new investment option later this year.

  • Friday, February 17 2012 12:56 PM EST2012-02-17 17:56:31 GMT
    State regulators are proposing a $6,825 civil penalty against a Timberville farm for spilling thousands of gallons of manure into the Shenandoah River.
    State regulators are proposing a $6,825 civil penalty against a Timberville farm for spilling thousands of gallons of manure into the Shenandoah River.

  • Friday, February 17 2012 11:59 AM EST2012-02-17 16:59:31 GMT
    For some, the George Huguely murder trial is a lesson and the courthouse is a classroom. UVA law students are watching the case unfold, getting a first hand taste of what their future careers may hold.
    For some, the George Huguely murder trial is a lesson and the courthouse is a classroom. UVA law students are watching the case unfold, getting a first hand taste of what their future careers may hold.

  • Friday, February 17 2012 10:59 AM EST2012-02-17 15:59:37 GMT
    A $204,500 grant aims to clean-up fecal bacteria from Moore's Creek in Charlottesville and Albemarle County.
    A $204,500 grant aims to clean-up fecal bacteria from Moore's Creek in Charlottesville and Albemarle County.

  • Thursday, February 16 2012 11:44 PM EST2012-02-17 04:44:24 GMT
    A CHS senior is doing her part to help the hungry worldwide. Instead of organizing a conventional food drive, she decided to show people how some of those suffering actually eat.
    A CHS senior is doing her part to help the hungry worldwide. Instead of organizing a conventional food drive, she decided to show people how some of those suffering actually eat.

  • Thursday, February 16 2012 11:22 PM EST2012-02-17 04:22:13 GMT
    If you make a prank phone call, it could soon cost you big in Virginia.  The state Senate voted Thursday in favor of House Bill 39.
    If you make a prank phone call, it could soon cost you big in Virginia.  The state Senate voted Thursday in favor of House Bill 39.

  • Thursday, February 16 2012 10:40 PM EST2012-02-17 03:40:12 GMT
    New technology is allowing parents to track their teens – who they text, where they go, even how fast they drive. 
    New technology is allowing parents to track their teens – who they text, where they go, even how fast they drive. 

  • Thursday, February 16 2012 9:30 PM EST2012-02-17 02:30:09 GMT
    Statistics show that every two seconds someone is in need of blood.  This Monday you can answer the call for help.
    Statistics show that every two seconds someone is in need of blood.  This Monday you can answer the call for help.

  • Thursday, February 16 2012 9:02 PM EST2012-02-17 02:02:28 GMT
    An ongoing debate over personhood legislation in Richmond is breaking new ground.  Critics now say the bill would outlaw a wide range of infertility treatments.
    An ongoing debate over personhood legislation in Richmond is breaking new ground.  Critics now say the bill would outlaw a wide range of infertility treatments.

  • Thursday, February 16 2012 7:37 PM EST2012-02-17 00:37:23 GMT
    Blue Ridge Community College brought in a simulator that offers a safe way to experience driving while intoxicated or while texting.
    Blue Ridge Community College brought in a simulator that offers a safe way to experience driving while intoxicated or while texting.

  • Thursday, February 16 2012 6:52 PM EST2012-02-16 23:52:37 GMT
    The RCS invited the public to the main branch of Jefferson-Madison Regional Library Thursday to talk about how homeowners and businesses can reduce their footprint on area parks and waterways.
    The RCS invited the public to the main branch of Jefferson-Madison Regional Library Thursday to talk about how homeowners and businesses can reduce their footprint on area parks and waterways.

  • Thursday, February 16 2012 6:11 PM EST2012-02-16 23:11:06 GMT
    More than 200 people spent Thursday behind bars in Albemarle County. The Bonefish Grill transformed into a make-shift jail for the annual Muscular Dystrophy Association Lock-Up
    More than 200 people spent Thursday behind bars in Albemarle County. The Bonefish Grill transformed into a make-shift jail for the annual Muscular Dystrophy Association Lock-Up.

  • Thursday, February 16 2012 5:53 PM EST2012-02-16 22:53:52 GMT
    A Charlottesville dentist's office is seeing more college students dealing with big dental problems.
    A Charlottesville dentist's office is seeing more college students dealing with big dental problems.

  • Thursday, February 16 2012 5:44 PM EST2012-02-16 22:44:49 GMT
    Staunton is home to a massive construction project. In the rolling hills on the north side of town, contractors are building the new Western State Hospital at a cost of $125 million.
    Staunton is home to a massive construction project. In the rolling hills on the north side of town, contractors are building the new Western State Hospital at a cost of $125 million.

  • Thursday, February 16 2012 5:10 PM EST2012-02-16 22:10:44 GMT
    A Craigsville woman has died from injuries in a car crash, after being sent home from the hospital.  State police say 49-year-old Clara Marie Lucas ran off the road Wednesday morning.
    A Craigsville woman has died from injuries in a car crash, after being sent home from the hospital.  State police say 49-year-old Clara Marie Lucas ran off the road Wednesday morning.

  • Thursday, February 16 2012 4:56 PM EST2012-02-16 21:56:17 GMT
    There has been a delay in the George Huguely murder trial due to a defense attorney illness; court is expected to resume Friday at 9 a.m.
    There has been a delay in the George Huguely murder trial due to a defense attorney illness; court is expected to resume Friday at 9 a.m.

  • Thursday, February 16 2012 4:54 PM EST2012-02-16 21:54:11 GMT
    The Culpeper Police Department has been unable to identify a woman who allegedly used a stolen Wal-Mart gift card on Dec. 29, 2011 and needs the public's help.
    The Culpeper Police Department has been unable to identify a woman who allegedly used a stolen Wal-Mart gift card on Dec. 29, 2011 and needs the public's help.

  • Thursday, February 16 2012 4:13 PM EST2012-02-16 21:13:55 GMT
    Deshawn Kelly, the suspect in a robbery at the Junction convenience store in Buffalo Gap in November, has been arrested.
    Deshawn Kelly, the suspect in a robbery at the Junction convenience store in Buffalo Gap in November, has been arrested.

  • Thursday, February 16 2012 2:31 PM EST2012-02-16 19:31:01 GMT
    The House version of the state budget due to be unveiled Sunday will include an additional $140 million for public schools.
    The House version of the state budget due to be unveiled Sunday will include an additional $140 million for public schools.

  • Thursday, February 16 2012 2:18 PM EST2012-02-16 19:18:55 GMT
    An oral history project that tells the legal story around the civil rights struggle is now available online.
    An oral history project that tells the legal story around the civil rights struggle is now available online.

  • Thursday, February 16 2012 1:28 PM EST2012-02-16 18:28:08 GMT
    A Virginia Senate committee's Republican majority has advanced a House bill that would eliminate state funding for abortions for low-income women.
    A Virginia Senate committee's Republican majority has advanced a House bill that would eliminate state funding for abortions for low-income women.

  • Thursday, February 16 2012 12:31 PM EST2012-02-16 17:31:06 GMT
    Don Leake of Orange County wears his heart on his waist. Due to a lack of organ donors, it could be years until he has an actual heart pumping in his chest. 
    Don Leake of Orange County wears his heart on his waist. Due to a lack of organ donors, it could be years until he has an actual heart pumping in his chest. 

  • Thursday, February 16 2012 12:04 PM EST2012-02-16 17:04:47 GMT
    The Albemarle Housing Improvement Program is applying for a community development block grant from the state to make improvements to the 130 homes in the Orchard Acres neighborhood.
    The Albemarle Housing Improvement Program is applying for a community development block grant from the state to make improvements to the 130 homes in the Orchard Acres neighborhood.

  • Thursday, February 16 2012 12:56 AM EST2012-02-16 05:56:26 GMT
    A fire heavily damaged a home in Augusta County.  The blaze was discovered shortly before 5 p.m., in a house on Cattle Scales Road near Waynesboro.
    A fire heavily damaged a home in Augusta County.  The blaze was discovered shortly before 5 p.m., in a house on Cattle Scales Road near Waynesboro.

  • Thursday, February 16 2012 12:43 AM EST2012-02-16 05:43:10 GMT
    An Albemarle County school board member is speaking up about the $3.7 million funding gap the system is facing.
    An Albemarle County school board member is speaking up about the $3.7 million funding gap the system is facing.

  • Wednesday, February 15 2012 11:58 PM EST2012-02-16 04:58:58 GMT
    Charlottesville's Local Energy Alliance Program - or LEAP - is trying to teach homeowners about some easy fixes to save them energy and money.
    Charlottesville's Local Energy Alliance Program - or LEAP - is trying to teach homeowners about some easy fixes to save them energy and money.

  • Wednesday, February 15 2012 9:36 PM EST2012-02-16 02:36:08 GMT
    Waynesboro's school superintendent has proposed a $31-million budget for the coming school year that would close part of a funding gap by eliminating about a dozen jobs.
    Waynesboro's school superintendent has proposed a $31-million budget for the coming school year that would close part of a funding gap by eliminating about a dozen jobs.

  • Wednesday, February 15 2012 9:00 PM EST2012-02-16 02:00:21 GMT
    A dozen Charlottesville community groups are rallying behind a campaign to pay a living wage to all UVA employees.
    A dozen Charlottesville community groups are rallying behind a campaign to pay a living wage to all UVA employees.

  • Wednesday, February 15 2012 8:47 PM EST2012-02-16 01:47:58 GMT
    A women's group is taking a stand, fighting back against gang activity in Charlottesville.
    A women's group is taking a stand, fighting back against gang activity in Charlottesville.

  • Wednesday, February 15 2012 7:35 PM EST2012-02-16 00:35:38 GMT
    It is a war of words in Richmond as Democrats and Republicans tell two very different stories about what's going on with your state government.
    It is a war of words in Richmond as Democrats and Republicans tell two very different stories about what's going on with your state government.

  • Wednesday, February 15 2012 6:14 PM EST2012-02-15 23:14:33 GMT
    February 15 marks a milestone for women at UVA. On that date in 1969, the Board of Visitors voted to remove all restrictions that prevented women from earning undergraduate degrees.
    February 15 marks a milestone for women at UVA. On that date in 1969, the Board of Visitors voted to remove all restrictions that prevented women from earning undergraduate degrees.

  • Wednesday, February 15 2012 5:50 PM EST2012-02-15 22:50:30 GMT
    Witnesses in the George Huguely trial have said they saw Huguely and Love act abusively towards each other; that testimony has opened the door to a conversation many people would prefer to hide.
    Witnesses in the George Huguely trial have said they saw Huguely and Love act abusively towards each other; that testimony has opened the door to a conversation many people would prefer to hide.

  • Wednesday, February 15 2012 12:41 PM EST2012-02-15 17:41:33 GMT
    A federal court will hear the appeal of a Harrisonburg man sentenced to die for his role in a 2001 murder-for-hire case.
    A federal court will hear the appeal of a Harrisonburg man sentenced to die for his role in a 2001 murder-for-hire case.

  • Wednesday, February 15 2012 11:19 AM EST2012-02-15 16:19:39 GMT
    Virginia's spring fire season has started and the Virginia Department of Forestry is busy making sure they're ready.
    Virginia's spring fire season has started and the Virginia Department of Forestry is busy making sure they're ready.

  • Wednesday, February 15 2012 10:48 AM EST2012-02-15 15:48:55 GMT
    The investigation of a fatal police shooting in Culpeper will have a special prosecutor.
    The investigation of a fatal police shooting in Culpeper will have a special prosecutor.

  • Wednesday, February 15 2012 1:41 AM EST2012-02-15 06:41:59 GMT
    Greene County schools are facing an unprecedented budget shortfall.  School board members say enrollment is up, and now, they're banking on county supervisors to help bridge this budget gap.
    Greene County schools are facing an unprecedented budget shortfall.  School board members say enrollment is up, and now, they're banking on county supervisors to help bridge this budget gap.

  • Tuesday, February 14 2012 9:24 PM EST2012-02-15 02:24:07 GMT
    State lawmakers are not all feeling the love this Valentine's Day following a long day of voting and debate as they try to meet a key deadline.
    State lawmakers are not all feeling the love this Valentine's Day following a long day of voting and debate as they try to meet a key deadline.

  • Tuesday, February 14 2012 6:52 PM EST2012-02-14 23:52:29 GMT
    Wintergreen Resort is facing an uncertain financial future due largely to this unseasonable warm winter and some property owners are worried their futures are on a downward slope.
    Wintergreen Resort is facing an uncertain financial future due largely to this unseasonable warm winter and some property owners are worried their futures are on a downward slope.

  • Tuesday, February 14 2012 6:22 PM EST2012-02-14 23:22:53 GMT
    A visit to Augusta Health no longer means simply a trip to the hospital complex in Fishersville. There is an alternative to the massive parking lots, long walks and emergency room waits.
    A visit to Augusta Health no longer means simply a trip to the hospital complex in Fishersville. There is an alternative to the massive parking lots, long walks and emergency room waits.

  • Tuesday, February 14 2012 6:16 PM EST2012-02-14 23:16:00 GMT
    Just in time for Valentine's Day, Waynesboro has a whole lotta love.
    Just in time for Valentine's Day, Waynesboro has a whole lotta love.

  • Tuesday, February 14 2012 6:00 PM EST2012-02-14 23:00:16 GMT
    Attorneys are gearing up for a jury trial in the case of a Staunton caregiver accused of abusing a patient.
    Attorneys are gearing up for a jury trial in the case of a Staunton caregiver accused of abusing a patient.

  • Tuesday, February 14 2012 5:49 PM EST2012-02-14 22:49:15 GMT
    The death of Yeardley Love has spurred lawmakers to action. Her death has created greater awareness of dating violence and even led to changes in the law.
    The death of Yeardley Love has spurred lawmakers to action. Her death has created greater awareness of dating violence and even led to changes in the law.

  • Tuesday, February 14 2012 5:46 PM EST2012-02-14 22:46:42 GMT
    Cupids pedaled the streets of Charlottesville this Valentine's Day armed with sweet treats. It was all part of the 8th annual "Bake 'N Bike" fundraiser.
    Cupids pedaled the streets of Charlottesville this Valentine's Day armed with sweet treats. It was all part of the 8th annual "Bake 'N Bike" fundraiser.

  • Tuesday, February 14 2012 5:28 PM EST2012-02-14 22:28:36 GMT
    Staunton's school division is staring down a nearly $2 million shortfall and may have to lay off dozens of employees to bring the budget into balance.
    Staunton's school division is staring down a nearly $2 million shortfall and may have to lay off dozens of employees to bring the budget into balance.

  • Tuesday, February 14 2012 4:43 PM EST2012-02-14 21:43:58 GMT
    Two Charlottesville men are wanted for credit card fraud in Albemarle County. Twenty-year-old Dionte Barbour and 21-year-old Wendell Burton Jr. each face nine felony counts.
    Two Charlottesville men are wanted for credit card fraud in Albemarle County. Twenty-year-old Dionte Barbour and 21-year-old Wendell Burton Jr. each face nine felony counts. If you have any information

  • Tuesday, February 14 2012 3:47 PM EST2012-02-14 20:47:00 GMT
    The Virginia Senate has passed legislation to require drug screening of welfare recipients.
    The Virginia Senate has passed legislation to require drug screening of welfare recipients.

  • Tuesday, February 14 2012 11:04 AM EST2012-02-14 16:04:29 GMT
    UVA's efforts to build more affordable, modular homes in Virginia is getting a financial boost thanks to a grant worth millions.
    UVA's efforts to build more affordable, modular homes in Virginia is getting a financial boost thanks to a grant worth millions.

  • Tuesday, February 14 2012 10:26 AM EST2012-02-14 15:26:45 GMT
    A Rockingham County water treatment facility is being recognized for 1 of the top five best tasting tap waters in America.
    A Rockingham County water treatment facility is being recognized for 1 of the top five best tasting tap waters in America.

  • Tuesday, February 14 2012 12:52 AM EST2012-02-14 05:52:09 GMT
    The Federal Emergency Management Agency stopped by Albemarle County Monday night to talk to neighbors about disaster aid.
    The Federal Emergency Management Agency stopped by Albemarle County Monday night to talk to neighbors about disaster aid.

  • Tuesday, February 14 2012 12:25 AM EST2012-02-14 05:25:58 GMT
    A committee from the Charlottesville community is resurrecting a plan to restore the city's publicly-owned cemeteries. Interested members met Monday to develop a plan to map out the burial plots.
    A committee from the Charlottesville community is resurrecting a plan to restore the city's publicly-owned cemeteries. Interested members met Monday to develop a plan to map out the burial plots.

  • Monday, February 13 2012 11:36 PM EST2012-02-14 04:36:28 GMT
    The clock is ticking for state lawmakers.  Both chambers of the General Assembly need to meet a Tuesday night deadline to pass their legislation to the other house.
    The clock is ticking for state lawmakers.  Both chambers of the General Assembly need to meet a Tuesday night deadline to pass their legislation to the other house.

  • Monday, February 13 2012 10:58 PM EST2012-02-14 03:58:17 GMT
    A program in Orange County is linking elementary school students with mentors across the county.  Monday morning, Breakfast Buddies met over what many consider the most important meal of the day.
    A program in Orange County is linking elementary school students with mentors across the county.  Monday morning, Breakfast Buddies met over what many consider the most important meal of the day.

  • Monday, February 13 2012 6:48 PM EST2012-02-13 23:48:12 GMT
    With talk of about 175 journalists in town for the Huguely trial, area businesses wanted to be prepared. But not everybody says the trial is generating extra sales.
    With talk of about 175 journalists in town for the Huguely trial, area businesses wanted to be prepared. But not everybody says the trial is generating extra sales.

  • Monday, February 13 2012 5:45 PM EST2012-02-13 22:45:46 GMT
    A Charlottesville grandmother has a new ride thanks to Battlefield Ford, State Farm, and the Monticello Area Community Action Agency.
    A Charlottesville grandmother has a new ride thanks to Battlefield Ford, State Farm, and the Monticello Area Community Action Agency.

  • Monday, February 13 2012 5:17 PM EST2012-02-13 22:17:43 GMT
    A high-speed chase in Augusta County on Friday ended with a deputy firing shots at a suspect's pickup truck.
    A high-speed chase in Augusta County on Friday ended with a deputy firing shots at a suspect's pickup truck.

  • Monday, February 13 2012 4:43 PM EST2012-02-13 21:43:22 GMT
    A University of Virginia professor received one of the nation's most prestigious arts awards Monday afternoon in Washington, DC.
    A University of Virginia professor received one of the nation's most prestigious arts awards Monday afternoon in Washington, DC.

  • Monday, February 13 2012 4:10 PM EST2012-02-13 21:10:29 GMT
    Albemarle County police are stepping up enforcement of a law that keeps you and those in blue safe.
    Albemarle County police are stepping up enforcement of a law that keeps you and those in blue safe.

  • Monday, February 13 2012 12:15 PM EST2012-02-13 17:15:01 GMT
    The House of Delegates has approved legislation to make it easier to remove public school teachers from their jobs.
    The House of Delegates has approved legislation to make it easier to remove public school teachers from their jobs.

  • Monday, February 13 2012 11:50 AM EST2012-02-13 16:50:40 GMT
    Legislation making it illegal to deceptively install an electronic tracking system on a person's vehicle has cleared the House of Delegates and is on its way to the Senate.
    Legislation making it illegal to deceptively install an electronic tracking system on a person's vehicle has cleared the House of Delegates and is on its way to the Senate.

  • Monday, February 13 2012 11:22 AM EST2012-02-13 16:22:49 GMT
    A Charlottesville cold weather shelter that helps the homeless said right now it doesn't have enough funding to get through the winter.
    A Charlottesville shelter that helps the homeless said right now it doesn't have enough funding to get through the winter.

  • Monday, February 13 2012 10:56 AM EST2012-02-13 15:56:23 GMT
    Looking for a unique way to say "I love you" this Valentine's Day? The Jeffersonland Barbershop Chorus in Charlottesville could help.
    Looking for a unique way to say "I love you" this Valentine's Day? The Jeffersonland Barbershop Chorus in Charlottesville could help.

  • Monday, February 13 2012 1:50 AM EST2012-02-13 06:50:44 GMT
    A former Waynesboro city councilor who lost her seat in the election two years ago is looking to return this May.
    A former Waynesboro city councilor who lost her seat in the election two years ago is looking to return this May.

  • Monday, February 13 2012 1:01 AM EST2012-02-13 06:01:03 GMT
    The VA GOP presidential primary is just three weeks away, but the deadline to register is on Monday. With only two of the four front-runners on the ballot, Super Tuesday may not be that super.
    The VA GOP presidential primary is just three weeks away, but the deadline to register is on Monday. With only two of the four front-runners on the ballot, Super Tuesday may not be that super.

  • Sunday, February 12 2012 8:28 PM EST2012-02-13 01:28:52 GMT
    The Charlottesville Sheriff's Office is putting together a disaster training class to prepare people to handle an emergency when first responders are overwhelmed.
    The Charlottesville Sheriff's Office is putting together a disaster training class to prepare people to handle an emergency when first responders are overwhelmed.

  • Sunday, February 12 2012 8:20 PM EST2012-02-13 01:20:01 GMT
    Virginia consumers are more confident and willing to drop dollars on big ticket items right now than they were this time last year. That's according to the new Virginia Index of Current Conditions.
    Virginia consumers are more confident and willing to drop dollars on big ticket items right now than they were this time last year. That's according to the new Virginia Index of Current Conditions.

  • Sunday, February 12 2012 8:07 PM EST2012-02-13 01:07:51 GMT
    The Greene County School Board and the Greene County Board of Supervisors will meet for the first time Tuesday to discuss how to fill a $2.2 million budget gap.
    The Greene County School Board and the Greene County Board of Supervisors will meet for the first time Tuesday to discuss how to fill a $2.2 million budget gap.

  • Sunday, February 12 2012 7:42 PM EST2012-02-13 00:42:21 GMT
    The Ivy Creek Natural Area in Albemarle County became the scene of a natural disaster Sunday, preparing people to survive in the outdoors.
    The Ivy Creek Natural Area in Albemarle County became the scene of a natural disaster Sunday, preparing people to survive in the outdoors.

  • Sunday, February 12 2012 7:30 PM EST2012-02-13 00:30:53 GMT
    High winds whipped up four brush fires across central Virginia Sunday, just days before the official start of spring fire season.
    High winds whipped up four brush fires across central Virginia Sunday, just days before the official start of spring fire season.

  • Saturday, February 11 2012 11:52 PM EST2012-02-12 04:52:14 GMT
    Some students at Charlottesville High School are using their creative sides to enhance the community around them.
    Some students at Charlottesville High School are using their creative sides to enhance the community around them.

  • Saturday, February 11 2012 11:42 PM EST2012-02-12 04:42:39 GMT
    Valentines Day is just two days away and a Charlottesville chocolate shop is working overtime to be stocked and ready for those last minute gift-buyers.
    Valentines Day is just two days away and a Charlottesville chocolate shop is working overtime to be stocked and ready for those last minute gift-buyers.

  • Saturday, February 11 2012 10:44 PM EST2012-02-12 03:44:29 GMT
    The deadline passed Saturday for designers to submit their creations into a city-wide contest to draw up plans to replace the crumbling Belmont Bridge.
    The deadline passed Saturday for designers to submit their creations into a city-wide contest to draw up plans to replace the crumbling Belmont Bridge.

  • Saturday, February 11 2012 8:10 PM EST2012-02-12 01:10:49 GMT
    Albemarle County supervisors Duane Snow and Ken Boyd are kicking off a month-long series of town hall meetings with each of their respective community members.
    Albemarle County supervisors Duane Snow and Ken Boyd are kicking off a month-long series of town hall meetings with each of their respective community members.

  • Saturday, February 11 2012 7:57 PM EST2012-02-12 00:57:56 GMT
    Republican Senate candidate George Allen was up early Saturday morning sharing his campaign goals with GOP voters in Albemarle County.
    Republican Senate candidate George Allen was up early Saturday morning sharing his campaign goals with GOP voters in Albemarle County.

  • Saturday, February 11 2012 7:35 PM EST2012-02-12 00:35:17 GMT
    Central Virginia high school students are raising awareness and money to stop sex abuse crimes targeting teens.
    Central Virginia high school students are raising awareness and money to stop sex abuse crimes targeting teens.

  • Friday, February 10 2012 11:58 PM EST2012-02-11 04:58:13 GMT
    For the dozen jurors charged with deciding the fate of George Huguely, there are dozens more who were considered, but dismissed.
    For the dozen jurors charged with deciding the fate of George Huguely, there are dozens more who were considered, but dismissed.

  • Friday, February 10 2012 10:30 PM EST2012-02-11 03:30:01 GMT
    A bill that grants oversight to the General Assembly over any new credits passed the house this week and is on its way to the Senate.
    A bill that grants oversight to the General Assembly over any new credits passed the house this week and is on its way to the Senate.

  • Friday, February 10 2012 10:00 PM EST2012-02-11 03:00:44 GMT
    If you've ever thought about becoming a foster parent, you can lean more this weekend. Depaul Community Resources is hosting a training and information session Saturday.
    If you've ever thought about becoming a foster parent, you can lean more this weekend. Depaul Community Resources is hosting a training and information session Saturday.

  • Friday, February 10 2012 7:07 PM EST2012-02-11 00:07:07 GMT
    With three different Republicans claiming early primary wins, predicting a nominee is no small challenge. But no one does it better than Washington and Lee University.
    With three different Republicans claiming early primary wins, predicting a nominee is no small challenge. But no one does it better than Washington and Lee University.

  • Friday, February 10 2012 6:50 PM EST2012-02-10 23:50:34 GMT
    Town of Orange property owners will soon be asked to fix up vacant homes after town council approved a new ordinance this week.
    Town of Orange property owners will soon be asked to fix up vacant homes after town council approved a new ordinance this week.

  • Friday, February 10 2012 6:41 PM EST2012-02-10 23:41:14 GMT
    You're watching one of the biggest trials in Charlottesville's history, on the air every night, and online throughout the day but what you don't see is what it takes to bring you the latest coverage.
    You're watching one of the biggest trials in Charlottesville's history, on the air every night, and online throughout the day but what you don't see is what it takes to bring you the latest coverage.

  • Friday, February 10 2012 5:45 PM EST2012-02-10 22:45:33 GMT
    George Huguely's guilt or innocence of first-degree murder will likely hinge on his thought process the night Yeardley Love died.
    George Huguely's guilt or innocence of first-degree murder will likely hinge on his thought process the night Yeardley Love died.  One clinical psychologist says the brains of people in their 20s work differently because they're simply not fully matured.

  • Friday, February 10 2012 5:38 PM EST2012-02-10 22:38:07 GMT
    One person is dead following an officer-involved shooting in Culpeper. 
    One person is dead following an officer-involved shooting in Culpeper. 

  • Friday, February 10 2012 5:03 PM EST2012-02-10 22:03:46 GMT
    Rivalries were put aside Friday as students from across Central Virginia joined forces at Monticello High School in song.
    Rivalries were put aside Friday as students from across Central Virginia joined forces at Monticello High School in song.

  • Friday, February 10 2012 11:47 AM EST2012-02-10 16:47:13 GMT
    A proposal to allow people to carry guns and other weapons into Virginia airport terminals has been postponed until next year.
    A proposal to allow people to carry guns and other weapons into Virginia airport terminals has been postponed until next year.

  • Friday, February 10 2012 10:55 AM EST2012-02-10 15:55:45 GMT
    UVA architecture students will unveil their designs for a new Belmont Bridge in Charlottesville Saturday.
    UVA architecture students will unveil their designs for a new Belmont Bridge in Charlottesville Saturday.

  • Friday, February 10 2012 10:51 AM EST2012-02-10 15:51:58 GMT
    The next book you buy could help victims of sexual assault. The Charlottesville High School Book Fair is benefiting the Sexual Assault Resource Agency known as SARA.
    The next book you buy could help victims of sexual assault. The Charlottesville High School Book Fair is benefiting the Sexual Assault Resource Agency known as SARA.

  • Friday, February 10 2012 10:41 AM EST2012-02-10 15:41:58 GMT
    An Islamic extremist who admitted killing two U.S. airmen at Frankfurt airport last year has been convicted of murder and sentenced to life in prison.
    An Islamic extremist who admitted killing two U.S. airmen at Frankfurt airport last year has been convicted of murder and sentenced to life in prison.

  • Friday, February 10 2012 1:03 AM EST2012-02-10 06:03:02 GMT
    One of central Virginia's skiing hot spots has the top patrol in the country, but it's not all good news at Wintergreen Resort.
    One of central Virginia's skiing hot spots has the top patrol in the country, but it's not all good news at Wintergreen Resort.

  • Friday, February 10 2012 12:52 AM EST2012-02-10 05:52:04 GMT
    Albemarle County schools has managed to shrink its shortfall from nearly $5 million to $3.7 million.  But the news came with very few cuts.
    Albemarle County schools has managed to shrink its shortfall from nearly $5 million to $3.7 million.  But the news came with very few cuts.

  • Thursday, February 9 2012 11:35 PM EST2012-02-10 04:35:11 GMT
    Augusta County supervisors say they're "getting killed" by the proposed state budget, and not getting the support they deserve from lawmakers.
    Augusta County supervisors say they're "getting killed" by the proposed state budget, and not getting the support they deserve from lawmakers.

  • Thursday, February 9 2012 11:10 PM EST2012-02-10 04:10:00 GMT
    A massive homework assignment completed by Virginia college students is now in the hands of state lawmakers.
    A massive homework assignment completed by Virginia college students is now in the hands of state lawmakers.

  • Thursday, February 9 2012 11:02 PM EST2012-02-10 04:02:17 GMT
    The University of Virginia kicked off their eight-week recycling competition Thursday.
    The University of Virginia kicked off their eight-week recycling competition Thursday.

  • Thursday, February 9 2012 6:09 PM EST2012-02-09 23:09:39 GMT
    1500 jobs, a gourmet grocery store and a major retailer are all reported to be a part of Albemarle County's future.
    1500 jobs, a gourmet grocery store and a major retailer are all reported to be a part of Albemarle County's future.

  • Thursday, February 9 2012 5:52 PM EST2012-02-09 22:52:25 GMT
    A bill that shields people who kill or maim intruders from civil lawsuits passed 75-22 the Virginia House of Delegates Thursday.
    A bill that shields people who kill or maim intruders from civil lawsuits passed 75-22 the Virginia House of Delegates Thursday.

  • Thursday, February 9 2012 5:45 PM EST2012-02-09 22:45:19 GMT
    The animal cruelty trial date for Joyce and Tracy Davis has been delayed until March 19.
    The animal cruelty trial date for Joyce and Tracy Davis has been delayed until March 19.

  • Thursday, February 9 2012 4:56 PM EST2012-02-09 21:56:23 GMT
    With Virginia's new, hastily passed congressional redistricting plans undergoing federal scrutiny with lawsuits possibly lurking later, the House has unanimously approved emergency legislation delaying June's primaries.
    With Virginia's new, hastily passed congressional redistricting plans undergoing federal scrutiny with lawsuits possibly lurking later, the House has unanimously approved emergency legislation delaying June's primaries.

  • Thursday, February 9 2012 4:53 PM EST2012-02-09 21:53:07 GMT
    The Peace Corps says the University of Virginia is among the nation's top volunteer producing schools for 2012. Over 60 undergraduate alumni at UVA are serving overseas with the corps.
    The Peace Corps says the University of Virginia is among the nation's top volunteer producing schools for 2012. Over 60 undergraduate alumni at UVA are serving overseas with the corps.

  • Thursday, February 9 2012 3:53 PM EST2012-02-09 20:53:14 GMT
    Virginia and home borrowers in the state will receive about $479.6 million in relief from a $25 billion settlement between states and five mortgage lenders over foreclosure abuses.
    Virginia and home borrowers in the state will receive about $479.6 million in relief from a $25 billion settlement between states and five mortgage lenders over foreclosure abuses.

  • Thursday, February 9 2012 3:38 PM EST2012-02-09 20:38:37 GMT
    A fifth grader at Cale Elementary in Albemarle County is being honored for financing a well that will supply water to a village in Ethiopia.
    A fifth grader at Cale Elementary in Albemarle County is being honored for financing a well that will supply water to a village in Ethiopia.

  • Thursday, February 9 2012 1:57 PM EST2012-02-09 18:57:04 GMT
    The Virginia Senate has killed legislation that would have allowed voters to indicate their political party affiliation when they register.
    The Virginia Senate has killed legislation that would have allowed voters to indicate their political party affiliation when they register.

  • Thursday, February 9 2012 1:41 PM EST2012-02-09 18:41:31 GMT
    The Virginia Senate has passed legislation allowing private adoption agencies to deny placements that conflict with their religious or moral beliefs, including opposition to homosexuality.
    The Virginia Senate has passed legislation allowing private adoption agencies to deny placements that conflict with their religious or moral beliefs, including opposition to homosexuality.

  • Thursday, February 9 2012 10:21 AM EST2012-02-09 15:21:08 GMT
    Students at UVA have engineered a way to help quadriplegics become more employable.
    Students at UVA have engineered a way to help quadriplegics become more employable.

  • Thursday, February 9 2012 1:16 AM EST2012-02-09 06:16:22 GMT
    Some Charlottesville grant money is making a big difference for needy families near Earlysville.  One church's food pantry will be able to help the hungry twice as much with the financial boost.
    Some Charlottesville grant money is making a big difference for needy families near Earlysville.  One church's food pantry will be able to help the hungry twice as much with the financial boost.

  • Thursday, February 9 2012 12:54 AM EST2012-02-09 05:54:25 GMT
    A packed house faced the Augusta Board of Supervisors Wednesday night.  Students, teachers, and parents pleaded for additional funding to keep vital education programs away from the chopping block.
    A packed house faced the Augusta Board of Supervisors Wednesday night.  Students, teachers, and parents pleaded for additional funding to keep vital education programs away from the chopping block.

  • Tuesday, February 7 2012 8:19 PM EST2012-02-08 01:19:27 GMT
    After a year and a half of investigating and legal maneuvering, George Huguely's first-degree murder trial got underway in Charlottesville Circuit Court Monday.
    After a year and a half of investigating and legal maneuvering, George Huguely's first-degree murder trial got underway in Charlottesville Circuit Court Monday.

  • Tuesday, February 7 2012 7:57 PM EST2012-02-08 00:57:53 GMT
    The process of picking a jury for the George Huguely trial continues today.
    The exhausting process of picking a jury in the George Huguely trial continues today. Potential jurors will be in court as both the prosecution and defense look to seat 12 jurors and 3 alternates.

  • Tuesday, February 7 2012 6:15 PM EST2012-02-07 23:15:04 GMT
    The Huguely murder trial will cost Charlottesville in terms of time and money, but so far, city planners say they have not shelled out a huge amount of cash. 
    The Huguely murder trial will cost Charlottesville in terms of time and money, but so far, city planners say they have not shelled out a huge amount of cash. 

  • Monday, February 6 2012 6:24 PM EST2012-02-06 23:24:06 GMT
    The courtroom is what we are all focused on as the George Huguely trial unfolds, but the story the other side of the camera is the massive array of live trucks and media that will call Charlottesville home for the duration.
    The courtroom is what we are all focused on as the George Huguely trial unfolds, but the story the other side of the camera is the massive array of live trucks and media that will call Charlottesville home for the duration.

  • Monday, February 6 2012 3:00 PM EST2012-02-06 20:00:54 GMT
    Monday morning, former University of Virginia lacrosse player George Huguely will step into a Charlottesville courtroom for the first time.
    Monday morning, former University of Virginia lacrosse player George Huguely will step into a Charlottesville courtroom for the first time.

  • Thursday, February 9 2012 11:57 PM EST2012-02-10 04:57:03 GMT
    After Yeardley Love's murder, UVA administrators faced questions about George Huguely's criminal past.  They said they didn't know of his run-ins with the law, and that prompted changes on grounds.
    After Yeardley Love's murder, UVA administrators faced questions about George Huguely's criminal past.  They said they didn't know of his run-ins with the law, and that prompted changes on grounds.

  • Monday, February 6 2012 3:01 PM EST2012-02-06 20:01:17 GMT
    A shoplifting suspect is in a coma, battling a serious head injury from being hit by a car. It happened Wednesday night in Waynesboro as the man was running from police.
    A shoplifting suspect is in a coma, battling a serious head injury from being hit by a car. It happened Wednesday night in Waynesboro as the man was running from police.

  • Friday, February 3 2012 5:55 PM EST2012-02-03 22:55:36 GMT
    Born into a successful family, blessed as an athlete and accepted as a student into UVA, George Huguely seemed to have it all - until May 3 2010.
    Born into a successful family, blessed as an athlete and accepted as a student into UVA, George Huguely seemed to have it all - until May 3 2010.

  • Friday, February 3 2012 5:23 PM EST2012-02-03 22:23:27 GMT
    The final motions hearing for the George Huguely murder trial was held in Charlottesville Circuit Court on Friday.
    The final motions hearing for the George Huguely murder trial was held in Charlottesville Circuit Court on Friday.

  • Thursday, February 2 2012 6:39 PM EST2012-02-02 23:39:15 GMT
    At this point, there will be barriers in place for the first-degree murder trial for George Huguely. It appears no one will see the defendant, unless you are inside the courtroom.
    At this point, there will be barriers in place for the first-degree murder trial for George Huguely. It appears no one will see the defendant, unless you are inside the courtroom.

  • Thursday, February 2 2012 5:44 PM EST2012-02-02 22:44:52 GMT
    Just days before a trial starts for the man accused of her murder, friends and family of University of Virginia lacrosse player Yeardley Love are remembering her.
    Just days before a trial starts for the man accused of her murder, friends and family of University of Virginia lacrosse player Yeardley Love are remembering her.

  • Thursday, February 2 2012 12:20 PM EST2012-02-02 17:20:14 GMT
    The George Huguely murder trial is receiving attention across the country, and really hitting home for some students at the University of Virginia.
    The George Huguely murder trial is receiving attention across the country, and really hitting home for some students at the University of Virginia.

  • Wednesday, February 1 2012 12:29 PM EST2012-02-01 17:29:06 GMT
    More than 160 jury notices for the George Huguely murder trial are going out in the mail Wednesday.
    More than 160 jury notices for the George Huguely murder trial are going out in the mail Wednesday.

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