Local Sports

3 weeks ago in Albemarle County, Charlottesville City, Local, Local Sports, Sports, UVA, UVA Sports

Hoos football to open 2026 season in Rio against NC State

After buzz about it for weeks, Virginia Athletics announced Monday morning the University of Virginia will face NC State in the first ever college football game in South America when they square off in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil.

4 weeks ago in Charlottesville City, Local, Local Sports, Sports, UVA, UVA Sports

UVA men’s basketball received $5 million gift

UVa basketball Nov 2025

The University of Virginia has announced the CEO of a Salem-based Caterpillar machinery dealership has given $5 million to the men's basketball program.

4 weeks ago in Albemarle County, Charlottesville City, Local, Local Sports, Sports, Surrounding Counties, UVA, UVA Sports

Hoos-Hokies Commonwealth Clash kicks off with a 25,000-pound Smithfield Foods donation

Smithfield Commonwealth Clash donation

Taking advantage of getting together for Hoos-Hokies clashes across an array of sports, Smithfield Foods Monday donated some 25,000 pounds of protein to the Blue Ridge Area Food Bank as part of the Commonwealth Clash.

4 weeks ago in Albemarle County, Charlottesville City, Local, Local Sports, Sports, UVA, UVA Sports

Current and legendary UVA QBs in conversation in CavFutures podcast

UVA quarterback Chandler Morris

A Monday afternoon social media drop of "The Faces of QB1" by CavFutures brings together a conversation between two legendary past University of Virginia quarterbacks Shawn Moore and Bryce Perkins, and current quarterback Chandler Morris.

4 weeks ago in Local, Local Sports, UVA, UVA Sports

Virginia falls to Butler 80-73 in the Greenbrier Tipoff finale

The Wahoos fall short in their finale of the Greenbrier Tipoff.

Lifestyle News

3 days ago in Lifestyle

Teen drug use remains low, but survey finds small rise in heroin and cocaine use

Teen use of alcohol, nicotine and marijuana remains at record lows, according to national survey results released Wednesday.

3 days ago in Lifestyle

Maximalism is back in cocktails with bold colors and flavors

After years of minimalist, pared-back drinks, maximalism is back. Drinkers are looking for more than just a simple serve, and bartenders are dreaming up bold color palettes, layered flavors, oversize garnishes, theatrical glassware and playful twists on classic drinks.

4 days ago in Lifestyle

Americans like artificial Christmas trees even though few are made in US and prices are up

Tariffs shone a twinkling light this year on fake Christmas trees — and the extent to which America depends on other countries for its plastic fir trees.

5 days ago in Lifestyle, Music Scene, Music>Country, Music>General

Weekly Concert & Event Calendar: Dec 15–21, 2025

Concert Music Live Entertainment_

CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA (CVILLERIGHTNOW) – Whether you’re looking to take in cinematic short films, indie-folk brilliance, or a string-backed Coldplay tribute,…

5 days ago in Lifestyle

Older adults may struggle to learn a new language but classes are a worthwhile exercise

A large study published by the science journal Nature Aging in November suggests that speaking multiple languages protects against more rapid brain aging, and that the effect increases with the number of languages.

National News

1 day ago in National

Justice Department begins releasing long-awaited files tied to Epstein sex trafficking investigation

The Justice Department on Friday began releasing its files on Jeffrey Epstein, a convicted sex offender and wealthy financier known for his connections to some of the world's most influential people, including Donald Trump, who as president had tried to keep the files sealed.

1 day ago in Albemarle County, Charlottesville City, Education, Local, National, UVA

Report: BOV could name next UVA president Friday

Scott Beardsley

The Washington Post is reporting that Darden School of Business Dean Scott Beardsley will be the choice to succeed Jim Ryan.

2 days ago in National

Democrats keep 2024 election review under wraps, saying a public rehash won’t help them win in 2026

The Democratic National Committee head has decided not to publish a formal assessment of the party's defeat that returned Donald Trump to power and gave Republicans complete control in Washington.

2 days ago in National

US government admits role in causing helicopter-plane collision that killed 67 in Washington

The U.S. government admitted Wednesday that the actions of an air traffic controller and Army helicopter pilot played a role in causing a collision last January between an airliner and a Black Hawk near the nation's capital, killing 67 people.

3 days ago in National

4 Republicans defy Speaker Johnson to force House vote on extending ACA subsidies

Four centrist Republicans broke with Speaker Mike Johnson on Wednesday and signed onto a Democratic-led petition that will force a House vote on extending for three years an enhanced pandemic-era subsidy that lowers health insurance costs for millions of Americans.

Local News from Cville Right Now

13 hours ago in Charlottesville City, Local

City employing ambassadors to improve the Downtown Mall experience

Downtown Mall

Charlottesville's Office of Economic Development said the program will begin in February as uniformed ambassadors serve as "friendly guides, caretakers and problem-solvers to help keep the downtown area safer, cleaner, and more welcoming."

1 day ago in Albemarle County, Charlottesville City, Education, Local, UVA

Scott Beardsley named 10th President of UVA

Beardsley and Sheridan at BOV meeting

Amidst dozens of protesters, UVA's Board of Visitors officially named the Darden School Dean as the University’s next President.

1 day ago in Albemarle County, Charlottesville City, Education, Local, National, UVA

Report: BOV could name next UVA president Friday

Scott Beardsley

The Washington Post is reporting that Darden School of Business Dean Scott Beardsley will be the choice to succeed Jim Ryan.

2 days ago in Albemarle County, Charlottesville City, Local

Firearm larcenies contributing to youth violence in Charlottesville

Stolen firearms continue to be a factor in local gun violence, especially among local youth.

2 days ago in Local, Surrounding Counties, Virginia Assembly

Glenn Youngkin pushes an affordable housing initiative as his term winds down

Governor Youngkin announces an affordable housing initiative in the final days of his administration.

2 days ago in Crime, Local, Surrounding Counties, UVA

Augusta County deputy shot, suspect killed Wednesday night

The deputy was shot during an altercation with a suspect after trying to serve an arrest warrant outside of Staunton.

Trending

2 days ago in Entertainment, Trending

Tennessee governor pardons country star Jelly Roll, who has sought redemption from criminal past

Tennessee's governor pardoned country star Jelly Roll on Thursday for his criminal past in the state, acknowledging the Nashville native's long road back from drugs and prison through soul-searching, songwriting and advocacy for second chances.

3 days ago in Entertainment, Trending

Rob Reiner’s son Nick appears in court on 2 counts of murder in killing of his parents

Rob Reiner's son Nick Reiner made his first court appearance Wednesday in Los Angeles on two counts of first-degree murder in the killing of his parents.

3 days ago in Entertainment, Trending

The Oscars will move to YouTube in 2029, leaving longtime home of ABC

In a seismic shift for one of television's marquee events, the Academy Awards will depart ABC and begin streaming on YouTube beginning in 2029, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced Wednesday.

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