Local Sports

2 days ago in Sports, UVA, UVA Sports

Virginia’s Thijs De Ridder back to tackle ‘unfinished business’ after NCAA loss

De Ridder is the ACC's Preseason Player of the Year going into his second season with the Cavaliers.

3 days ago in Sports, UVA, UVA Sports

UVA lacrosse announces anonymous seven-figure dollar gifts to program

The donations will fully endow the team's 12.6 scholarships, closing a funding gap and securing the future for the Cavaliers.

3 days ago in Sports, UVA, UVA Sports

ACC Up and Down: Wake or SMU? Who has the best shot to earn a matchup with Miami in Charlotte?

Miami's Darian Mensah and Malachi Toney are on fire, while the hot seat claimed Dave Doeren's job at North Carolina State.

4 days ago in Sports, UVA, UVA Sports

Upon Further Review: Takeaways from Virginia’s loss to Duke

While Jekail Middlebrook and Daniel Sparks had big days, quarterback Beau Pribula, the offensive line and the coaching staff had days to forget.

4 days ago in Local Sports, Sports, UVA, UVA, UVA Sports

Wahoo Rundown: Chance Mallory, Kymora Johnson named to preseason watch lists

Two Wahoo stars were named to preseason watch lists as the Basketball season gets set to tip-off, while both soccer teams tie in their penultimate regular season contests.

Lifestyle News

12 hours ago in Lifestyle

Generations of anglers have made the pilgrimage to Montauk to catch striped bass

On most October nights, fishing guide Bill Wetzel can be found navigating the shores of Montauk, New York, in a modified 4x4 pickup truck, rumbling over boulders and thick sand as he scans the surface of the Atlantic for signs of life.

1 day ago in Lifestyle, Trending

Make no bones about it, the giant skeleton has become an American Halloween fixture

It reared its bony head in 2020, during that first, chaotic pandemic year that was rife with grief and fear but also toilet paper hoarding and questionable lockdown-inspired purchases. Behold Skelly, the 12-foot, 90-pound skeleton with glowing LCD eyeballs, on sale for $299 from Home Depot, just in time for Halloween — at least, if you can get your hands on one.

4 days ago in Lifestyle

Tours offer Halloween enthusiasts visits to former psychiatric hospital and funeral home

It's not enough these days for some Halloween enthusiasts to be scared by actors dressed up in spooky getups at makeshift haunted houses: They want the "real" thing.

5 days ago in Lifestyle, Trending

Halloween candy sales are off to a slow start amid high chocolate prices and affordability concerns

Halloween candy sales are off to a slow start this year as U.S. consumers grapple with high living costs and eye-popping chocolate prices. Halloween candy sales fell 6.7% in the month ending Oct. 17 compared to the same period last year, according to NielsenIQ, a market research firm.

1 week ago in Lifestyle

The new wedding budget: Where couples are spending more, and less

Modern Gents reports average wedding spending hit $34,200 in 2025, highlighting that couples prioritize experiences and personalization while balancing budgets amid rising costs.

National News

19 hours ago in National, Trending

Pope Leo XIV has become the first pope in history to vote in a US general election

Pope Leo XIV has become the first pope to vote in a U.S. general election. The Vatican confirmed Friday that the Chicago-born pontiff had submitted a mail-in ballot in Chicago ahead of November's midterm elections, citing his long-standing belief in civic participation.

1 week ago in National

Facing a ban on horse-drawn carriages, Central Park’s drivers fear for their future

The horse-drawn carriages that have cruised through Central Park for more than 150 years will soon be banished from New York City, ending an iconic tradition beloved by tourists but long opposed by animal welfare activists.

1 week ago in National

Violent Arizona storms bring possible tornado, toppled trees and golf ball-size hail

Trees fell onto homes and utility poles were knocked down by a possible tornado in a central Arizona community during a series of violent storms that moved through the state overnight into Thursday.

1 week ago in National

The Orionid meteor shower is coming. Here’s how and when to watch

The Orionids — one of two major meteor showers caused by remnants from Halley's comet — will peak this week, though a large moon will dim visibility until after it sets late at night.

2 weeks ago in National

Georgia amusement park reopens as scheduled after roller coaster death

Six Flags Over Georgia opened its gates Friday evening for the first time since a man fell to his death from one of the amusement park's towering roller coasters.

Local News from Cville Right Now

11 hours ago in Albemarle County, Politics

John McGuire, Tom Perriello make campaign stops in Albemarle as Election Day nears

Republican incumbent Rep. John McGuire and his Democratic challenger, Tom Perriello, both appeared at the Albemarle County Office Building on 5th St., Friday, as they began their final appeals to voters ahead of Tuesday’s election day. 

12 hours ago in Albemarle County, Charlottesville City, Education, Local, UVA

UVA Health acquires vacant State Farm property on Pantops

UVA Health plans to move many outpatient services to the 365,000 square foot building, beginning patient service in 2028.

15 hours ago in Albemarle County, Entertainment, Food Scene, Holiday Guide, Local

Virginia wineries look beyond the tasting room for Halloween

Virginia wineries are offering visitors more ways to experience wine country this Halloween, from music and dancing to hiking and seasonal activities.

16 hours ago in Albemarle County, Crime, Education

Swiney’s attorney motions to move trial outside of Albemarle

The motion came following over an hour of arguments on the Commonwealth's push to join the seven cases into one trial.

22 hours ago in Entertainment, Health & Wellness, Local, Sports

Charlottesville TV personality and her brother tackling NYC Marathon

CBS19 sports anchor Izzie Begley and her brother, Will, are running to raise money for an organization that helps people pay for drug and alcohol rehabilitation.

22 hours ago in Albemarle County, Charlottesville City, Local

Day of the Dead All-Stars celebrate 10 years of performing the Grateful Dead in Charlottesville

The local music collective will play Sunday at the Southern Café and Music Hall for their 10th anniversary show.

Trending

12 hours ago in Sports, Trending

Brewers fans flood Milwaukee streets for a long-awaited World Series victory celebration

It was only fitting that the Milwaukee Brewers celebrated their first World Series title with a beer-soaked celebration worthy of their name. "We've had way too many parade beers," team captain and designated hitter Christian Yelich said Friday at a rally that capped a daylong party with fans.

19 hours ago in National, Trending

Pope Leo XIV has become the first pope in history to vote in a US general election

Pope Leo XIV has become the first pope to vote in a U.S. general election. The Vatican confirmed Friday that the Chicago-born pontiff had submitted a mail-in ballot in Chicago ahead of November's midterm elections, citing his long-standing belief in civic participation.

1 day ago in Lifestyle, Trending

Make no bones about it, the giant skeleton has become an American Halloween fixture

It reared its bony head in 2020, during that first, chaotic pandemic year that was rife with grief and fear but also toilet paper hoarding and questionable lockdown-inspired purchases. Behold Skelly, the 12-foot, 90-pound skeleton with glowing LCD eyeballs, on sale for $299 from Home Depot, just in time for Halloween — at least, if you can get your hands on one.

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