Albemarle County’s Jack Jouett Middle School could soon become Journey Middle School.
Overall crime is trending down in Charlottesville, but the police department’s 2020 annual report shows certain violent crimes are on the rise.
Charlottesville City Council is showing support for the replacement of the Belmont Bridge, but a proposed parking garage will be shelved for now.
The executive director of the Jefferson School Foundation and a tenant in the school have settled a defamation lawsuit filed in Albemarle County Circuit Court.
The Red Cross is helping two families forced out a home due to a destructive fire Monday afternoon.
Some emergency COVID-19 rules in Albemarle County are a thing of the past.
Bryan Hatcher is charged with second-degree murder and firearm charge.
The city’s Department of Public Works hosted a design public hearing for the Fontaine Streetscape project Wednesday evening. The project covers Fontaine Avenue from the city limit to the intersection with Maury Avenue.
The Albemarle County Board of Supervisors officially voted to keep the tax rate the same, as they approved a budget for the 2022 fiscal year that starts July 1.
Several legal groups are now calling on Staunton City Council to reconsider the public’s ability to remotely attend meetings and speak virtually. They cite concerns with holding up the first amendment and complying with disability laws.
Senators Mark Warner and Tim Kaine announced 11 airports across the commonwealth will split more than $19 million in economic relief.
A Wintergreen area home can be saved after a fire broke out Thursday evening, according to crews on scene.
This budget cycle is complex for everyone due to the pandemic and changing expectations for student needs and revenue projections.
Virginia’s congressional lawmakers are split along party lines when it comes to the second impeachment of President Donald Trump.
Superintendent Matt Haas told families in a letter today that he will make that recommendation to the school board Thursday night.
The Virginia Men’s Basketball Team slid down seven spots in the AP Top 25 rankings Monday following their weekend loss to to-ranked Gonzaga.
Charlottesville Police Chief RaShall Brackney is not leaving her post yet, as she was not selected for a job in Dallas, Texas.
A federal judge has granted a limited appeal filed by a former University of Virginia lacrosse player convicted nearly a decade ago of murdering his ex-girlfriend.
Icy conditions caused power lines and trees to come down across central Virginia and the Shenandoah Valley.
As the first COVID-19 vaccines make their way across the country this week, another round is expected soon behind it.
New details are emerging as deputies with the Greene County Sheriff’s Office work hard to find justice for a killing.
Tuesday, a group of lawmakers from both sides of aisle, including Virginia Senator Mark Warner and 7th District Congressman Abigail Spanberger, introduced a COVID-19 relief package they say will provide immediate assistance to those who need it most.
A Gordonsville man now faces federal charges for a series of summertime armed robberies in Charlottesville, Albemarle County and Stafford County.
More federal funding to fight the opioid epidemic, championed by 5th District congressman Denver Riggleman, is another step closer to reality.
Charlottesville’s Police Civilian Review board had some help getting a better handle on how new state law provides for the group to do its job.
An advisory group is talking about how to support Charlottesville students and teachers while they cope with the changes and anxieties created by the coronavirus pandemic.
The University of Virginia is extending its fall credit/general credit/no credit grading policy to J-Term and Spring semesters.
The Central Shenandoah Health District is offering drive-thru COVID-19 testing Wednesday morning, followed by a free flu vaccine clinic in Verona.
UPDATE: Waynesboro City Council approves plan to vacate a railroad crossing at 7th Street and Commerce Avenue.
Albemarle County Public Schools says several employees who attended an event outside the division were exposed to COVID-19 and are now in 14-day quarantines.
Jose Loayza pleaded guilty to possessing more than 100 grams of methamphetamine and firearms in his vehicle when he was pulled over in Zion Crossroads last December.
Police say they were investigating a report of child abuse at a home received on October 14, and as a result, arrested 26-year-old April Nicole Sadler.
The Catholic Diocese of Richmond has paid a total of $6.3 million to victims who were sexually abused as minors by clergy.
The Charlottesville Police Department promoted two longtime members of the squad in order to build transparency throughout the community.
Waynesboro Public Schools is opening up the option for in-person learning to more of its youngest students beginning next week.
A system outage that prevented voter registration on deadline line has prompted several voting rights groups to call on the courts to extend the deadline by 48. A federal lawsuit is now filed, and a court hearing is scheduled for Wednesday morning.
UVA will permit groups up to 10 people to meet, which is up from just five people following COVID-19 outbreaks at dorms.
The Charlottesville Area Association of Realtors and Bright MLS are partnering.
The Augusta County Sheriff’s Office is asking for help to find a man last seen September 29 at his Verona home.
The Central Shenandoah Health District is offering free flu shots Friday.
Governor Ralph Northam announced Wednesday he has directed another $12 million in federal funding to Virginia’s Rent and Mortgage Relief Program.
Increased testing capacity has prompted the Central Shenandoah Health District to open a coronavirus testing event Thursday morning to walk-ins.
Waynesboro’s General District and Juvenile and Domestic Relations Courts will be closed Thursday, October 8 for cleaning.
Augusta County has taken the next step in its planned overhaul of its courthouse in downtown Staunton.
Albemarle County spent approximately $106,000 to remove the confederate statue outside of its courthouse and hold an event surrounding the removal.
Virginia 5th district congressman says it was disappointing there was so little policy talk and so much yelling at the first presidential debate Tuesday night.
Virginia’s 6th district congressman says debate viewers lost out, because both sides were arguing.
Waynesboro fire investigators have ruled a fatal fire earlier this month was an accident.
All eyes will be on Tuesday’s first Presidential debate, including two Virginia incumbent lawmakers running for reelection in November.
The University of Virginia will conduct follow-up asymptomatic prevalence testing for COVID-19 at two dorms.
