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2 dead, 5 injured in shooting in Monroe Park after graduation, suspect in custody

A Huguenot High School graduate and their father were killed, and five others were injured in a shooting outside Altria Theater after a graduation ceremony.

The shooting happened after Huguenot High School's graduation ceremony as people were leaving...

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‘You just kept hearing shots’: Witnesses recount mass shooting in Monroe Park

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NAACP Branch President Butler says Juneteenth shows that freedom is for all people, so it is...

Upcoming Juneteenth block party open to everyone

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UVA professor awarded grant to study origins of the universe

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Dogs seized in an Augusta County investigation.

Waynesboro man facing animal cruelty charges in Augusta

Updated: 23 hours ago

By NBC29 and Keagan Hughes

Dozens of animals are currently being held at a temporary shelter at the Augusta County Government Center, and a Waynesboro man is currently charged with six counts of animal cruelty.

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UVA's Davenport Field in Charlottesville

Cavaliers readying to play to big crowds at Disharoon Park

Updated: 17 hours ago

By Amaya Mitchell

The University of Virginia Cavaliers are gearing up to host the NCAA Super Regionals this weekend.

Charlottesville and Albemarle News

Senior population in Charlottesville decreasing, increasing in surrounding counties

Updated: 17 hours ago

By Bria Stith

Surrounding counties such as Greene and Fluvanna saw their older populations increase by up to 8%.

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Charlottesville offering free meals to students during summer break

Updated: 18 hours ago

By Keagan Hughes

Charlottesville’s Parks & Recreation is participating in the Summer Food Service Program.

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Charlottesville Albemarle Airport (FILE)

Charlottesville airport again offering direct flights to Chicago

Updated: 19 hours ago

By NBC29

Direct flights from Charlottesville Albemarle Airport (CHO) to O’Hare International Airport (ORD) are set to return in August.

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In this undated photo provided by Lakhinder Vohra, Adina Azarian poses for a picture in East...

Plane that crashed in Virginia lost contact with air traffic controllers during ascent, feds say

Updated: 12 hours ago

By The Associated Press

Preliminary information indicates the last air traffic control communication attempt with the airplane was at approximately 1:28 p.m., when the plane was at 31,000 feet (9,449 meters), the NTSB said.

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Now the zoo is starting a long road to recovery.

Metro Richmond Zoo opens less than 24 hours after major fire

Updated: Jun. 5, 2023 at 6:41 PM EDT

By Raven Brown

A daring rescue from zookeepers and firefighters may be why several animals are safe.

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AARP warning people to be lookout for scams targeting grandparents

Updated: 22 hours ago

By Destini Harris

AARP is warning people about a scam involving the use of artificial intelligence (AI).

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FILE - A U.S. Supreme Court decision a decade ago that tossed out the heart of the Voting...

Supreme Court opened the door to states’ voting restrictions. Now a new ruling could widen them.

Updated: Jun. 6, 2023 at 8:21 AM EDT

By The Associated Press

The recent wave of voting changes have been pushed by Republican lawmakers who point to concerns over elections that have been fueled by former President Donald Trump's false claims that the 2020 election was stolen.

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Charlottesville discusses raising utility rates by 7.5%

Updated: 23 hours ago

By Dryden Quigley

Charlottesville Utilities is proposing to raise its rates for water, wastewater, and gas by about 7.5%.

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According to VSP, 35-year-old Brandon Mills charged at law enforcement when they arrived on...

Investigation ongoing for officer-involved shooting at Burgess Road Walmart

Updated: Jun. 5, 2023 at 8:04 PM EDT

By Cora Dickey

The sheriff’s deputy who fired their weapon is now on administrative leave, per RCSO’s standard protocol.

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Virginia Tech quarterback Michael Vick (7) eludes Clemson's Keith Adams for a short gain in the...

Michael Vick, Herman Moore on 2024 College Football Hall of Fame ballot

Updated: Jun. 5, 2023 at 6:41 PM EDT

By Anthony Romano

The Class of 2024 will be announced early next year.

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Authorities secure the entrance to Mine Bank Trail, an access point to the rescue operation...

Virginia plane crash investigators ask when pilot became unresponsive and why aircraft flew its path

Updated: Jun. 5, 2023 at 9:24 PM EDT

By The Associated Press

Attention on the crash and its cause was heightened by its unusual flight path over Washington and a sonic boom caused by military aircraft heard across D.C. and parts of Maryland and Virginia.

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Lifeguard station at a beach in Albemarle (FILE)

Scheduling blamed for Albemarle beach being closed

Updated: Jun. 5, 2023 at 4:29 PM EDT

By Bria Stith

Albemarle County had to close one of its beaches this past weekend, but the county says it wasn’t due to lifeguard shortages.

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Changes coming to how jailed votes are counted in Virginia

Updated: Jun. 5, 2023 at 3:27 PM EDT

By Jacob Phillips

Votes from those incarcerated will be counted locally this year, which may affect upcoming elections in the commonwealth.

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New initiative helping UVA Health reach rural areas

Updated: Jun. 5, 2023 at 3:04 PM EDT

By Keagan Hughes

A new initiative from UVA is helping it to expand its ability to reach rural areas of Virginia.

Charlottesville and Albemarle News

Superintendent recommending new name for Buford Middle School

Updated: Jun. 5, 2023 at 11:49 AM EDT

By Destini Harris

Charlottesville’s Buford Middle School may be known by another name in the coming years.

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Flight tracking sites showed the jet suffered a rapid spiraling descent, dropping at one point...

No survivors found after plane that flew over DC and led to fighter jet scramble crashes in Virginia

Updated: Jun. 5, 2023 at 11:38 AM EDT

By The Associated Press and MICHAEL BALSAMO and ASHLEY THOMAS

The plane turned around over New York’s Long Island and flew a straight path down over D.C. before it crashed over mountainous terrain near Montebello, Virginia, around 3:30 p.m.

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Efforts being made to retain teachers

Updated: Jun. 5, 2023 at 9:20 AM EDT

By Destini Harris

Many schools are still feeling the effects of the coronavirus pandemic, and divisions are struggling to get teachers to return.

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Former Vice President Mike Pence speaks to local residents during a meet and greet, Tuesday,...

Former Vice President Pence filing paperwork launching 2024 presidential bid in challenge to Trump

Updated: Jun. 5, 2023 at 11:39 AM EDT

By The Associated Press and JILL COLVIN

Pence, the nation’s 48th vice president, will formally launch his bid for the Republican nomination with a video and kickoff event in Des Moines, Iowa.

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A fire damages buildings at Metro Richmond Zoo. Photo Courtesy of Chesterfield Fire and EMs

Large fire at Metro Richmond Zoo leaves 1 animal dead

Updated: Jun. 5, 2023 at 6:44 AM EDT

By NBC12 Newsroom

Chesterfield Fire and EMS investigate fire at Metro Richmond Zoo.

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Volunteers put up fence around community garden

Updated: Jun. 5, 2023 at 11:30 AM EDT

By Amaya Mitchell

The Building Goodness Foundation and International Rescue Committee are wrapping up a project at the 5th Street Community Garden.

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U.S. veterans attend the commemoration organized by the Best Defense Foundation at Utah Beach...

‘It was tough’: WWII veterans return to Utah Beach to commemorate D-Day

Updated: Jun. 5, 2023 at 2:50 PM EDT

By The Associated Press

Dozens of World War II veterans, mostly Americans and British, traveled to Normandy this week to mark the 79th anniversary of D-Day, commemorating the decisive assault that led to the liberation of France and Western Europe from Nazi control.

Shenandoah Valley News

Several police are on scene of the Harrisonburg Walmart on Burgess Road.

Suspect shot after altercation at Harrisonburg Walmart on Burgess Road

Updated: Jun. 4, 2023 at 9:13 PM EDT

By WHSV Newsroom

Harrisonburg Police are on scene of an active investigation at the Walmart on Burgess Road, where someone was reportedly shot.

Charlottesville and Albemarle News

Crozet-area advocate fighting for equal opportunities for people who are disable bodied

Updated: Jun. 4, 2023 at 6:12 PM EDT

By Jacob Phillips

A Crozet native is advocating for equal opportunities in Charlottesville and Albemarle County for people who are disable bodied.

Shenandoah Valley News

Search efforts underway for possible aircraft crash

Updated: Jun. 4, 2023 at 5:11 PM EDT

By NBC29

Virginia State Police says search efforts are underway for a possible plane crash in the Shenandoah Valley.

Charlottesville and Albemarle News

Essay contest helping students tackle bullying, gun violence, and more

Updated: Jun. 4, 2023 at 6:17 PM EDT

By Jacob Phillips

The goal was to write about their perception of bullying, gun violence, and feeling insecure or unsafe in their area, as well as coming up with ways to make it better.

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The United States Postal Service released its annual list of states with the most dog bites...

USPS: More than 5,300 mail carriers bitten by dogs in 2022

Updated: Jun. 4, 2023 at 2:28 PM EDT

By CNN Newsource staff

USPS released its annual list of states with the most dog bites against its employees.