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Local economists: Federal spending driving affordability issues locally, nationally

Both conservative and progressive economists agree that federal spending is a major problem and is making the lack of affordability for the average American even worse.

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Charlottesville School Board moving forward with officers in schools

A vote to rescind the board's earlier decision failed Thursday night.

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Source: Kymora Johnson returning to UVA

Virginia's star guard is set to return after a career year in the 2025-26 season.

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Gov. Spanberger cuts ribbon on UVA-student created AgroSpheres biotech company in Albemarle Co.

AgroSpheres is one of Time Magazine's top green tech companies in the world.

2 days ago in Sports

Luka Dončić and Cade Cunningham are eligible for NBA awards after successful appeals of 65-game rule

The Los Angeles Lakers ' Luka Dončić and Detroit Pistons ' Cade Cunningham will be eligible for awards such as MVP and All-NBA this season despite falling short of the 65-game minimum, the league and the National Basketball Players Association said Thursday.

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Severe storms continue to produce heavy rain, lightning and flooding across parts of US

Storms barreling across the heart of the United States continued to threaten rain and pose flooding risks Thursday after causing at least one death when a man apparently was struck by lightning in Wisconsin.

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Trump says Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a 10-day ceasefire

Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a 10-day ceasefire, President Donald Trump announced Thursday, two days after the countries held their first direct diplomatic talks in decades in Washington.

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Tiger Woods’ lawyer vows to fight subpoena for prescription records in DUI case

Tiger Woods ' attorney intends to fight an attempt by prosecutors to subpoena the golfer's prescription drug records following his arrest last month in Florida on suspicion of driving under the influence.

2 days ago in Entertainment, Music

Anitta, like you’ve never heard her before. The Brazilian superstar talks new album, ‘SNL’ and God

By MARIA SHERMAN AP Music Writer NEW YORK (AP) — The lights are low in Studio 8H. All eyes —…

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Christopher Nolan brings ‘The Odyssey’ to CinemaCon; Steven Spielberg previews ‘Disclosure Day’

Christopher Nolan gave theater owners a thrilling glimpse of "The Odyssey" on Wednesday evening at CinemaCon in Las Vegas. His adaptation of Homer's epic starring Matt Damon as Odysseus is one of the most hotly anticipated of the year, arriving in theaters on July 17.

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FIFA president Infantino says Iran will participate in World Cup ‘for sure’ despite war

FIFA President Gianni Infantino said Wednesday that Iran will participate in the World Cup "for sure" despite its war with the United States.

2 days ago in Sports

The Dodgers shattered MLB’s spending record at $515 million in 2025, 7 times the lowest payroll

The Dodgers shattered Major League Baseball's spending record with a combined $515 million in payroll and luxury tax last year en route to their second straight World Series title, according to final figures compiled by the commissioner's office, and Los Angeles is projected for the highest total again in 2026.

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Albemarle issues immediate open-air burn ban in light of NWS fire danger warnings

Greene Co. issued a similar ban Wednesday. The NWS has the region under an alert for elevated fire risks.

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Virginia football home opener moved to Friday night

The Cavaliers will host Norfolk State on Sept. 11.

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Girlfriend of accused sexual exploiter of a minor charged with witness tampering

A Honduran woman has been arrested and charged with witness tampering in connection with her boyfriend's sexual exploitation of a minor case.

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Former Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax shoots and kills wife, self

Fairfax served as lieutenant governor under Ralph Northam.

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ACPD investigating two overnight shootings in Four Seasons Drive area

Investigators don't believe the two incidents are related.

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Jaunt rolls out new mobile app for Greene County

The Central Virginia-based transportation company has big plans to help make its service to the public in Greene County, and beyond, more efficient.

Gov Abigail Spanberger talks tourism

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In Charlottesville, Spanberger unveils new Virginia tourism plan

The Governor said the city highlights how tourism can be an economic "driver."

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King Charles III and Queen Camilla to visit Virginia at the end of April

The royal couple will be in the U.S. in late April.

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2 hours ago in Charlottesville City, Local

‘Then & Now’ exhibit explores Charlottesville in the 1970s

The exhibit features 10 portraits of local figures from the decade, all painted by local artist Frances Brand.

3 hours ago in Albemarle County, Business, Charlottesville City, Local

Local economists: Federal spending driving affordability issues locally, nationally

Both conservative and progressive economists agree that federal spending is a major problem and is making the lack of affordability for the average American even worse.

18 hours ago in Charlottesville City, Entertainment, Food Scene

Common House closure could alter Tom Tom Festival schedule

The venue was set to host a number of events connected to the annual Tom Tom Festival, including the April 25 Prom Prom, a festival-ending dance party.

19 hours ago in Charlottesville City, Education, Local

Charlottesville School Board moving forward with officers in schools

A vote to rescind the board's earlier decision failed Thursday night.

2 days ago in Charlottesville City, Education, Local

Protesters rally before City School Board SRO work session

The "Rethink Revote" Rally aimed to pressure the board into changing its decision to bring back SROs.