News » Page 3

New citizens sworn in at 7/4/26 Monticello ceremony

5 days ago in

74 new American citizens naturalized at annual Monticello ceremony

Gov. Abigail Spanberger gave the keynote address at the 64th annual event.

Downtown pedestrian street with a tall Paramount theater sign, string lights, and outdoor seating under umbrellas, daytime.

6 days ago in

Downtown Mall, end to end, home to iconic landmarks

From the museum carousel to the Paramount Theater, Charlottesville's Downtown Mall is home to some of the city's most well-known and culturally significant spots.

Firework bursting in a dark night sky with red, white, and blue sparks around a bright center.

6 days ago in

Where to watch Fourth of July fireworks

If you're looking for a place to watch the fireworks, here are several options around the Charlottesville area.

7 days ago in

Local health providers urge caution against burns and smoke with home fireworks

UVA Health advises being wary of potential burns, and the American Lung Association advises against breathing the smoke.

Barracks Accident 7/2

1 week ago in

SUV strikes power line, knocks out power at Barracks Road

An SUV struck a Dominion Power line on Barracks Road and caused nearly 1,000 customers to lose power.

1 week ago in Sports

Alex Ovechkin declares ‘I’m back!’ and re-signs with Capitals to return for a 22nd NHL season

Alex Ovechkin is not ready to skate away from the NHL, not yet, and now he gets a chance to make his career goal-scoring record even more difficult to break.

1 week ago in Entertainment, Trending

The best movies of 2026 so far, from ‘Project Hail Mary’ to ‘Rose of Nevada’

It's been a curiously seesawing first six months. The movies have been dominated as much by 26-year-old YouTuber-turned-filmmaker Curry Barker as they have 79-year-old Steven Spielberg.

1 week ago in National

Couple charged with felonies for Empire State Building climb-turned-proposal

A skyscraper-scaling daredevil told police that he and his girlfriend climbed the Empire State Building's antenna and unfurled a banner about love and peace because he wanted to "do something special" for their engagement, prosecutors said Thursday at the couple's arraignment on felony reckless endangerment, burglary and other charges.

Jaunt's new route along 29 North

1 week ago in

Jaunt CONNECT moves stop on 29 North from Food Lion to Hollymead Town Center

Commuters can use the Food Lion stop until July 31st, before the stop is relocated to Hollymead Town Center,

1 week ago in

American Airlines restores twice-daily service to Chicago from CHO

Restoration of hub access opens up better scheduling and itinerary possibilities for travelers flying from Charlottesville.

1 week ago in National

The Onion’s new parody of Alex Jones’ Infowars starts with $100,000 to Sandy Hook families

The satirical news site The Onion isn't waiting to take possession of Infowars to launch a parody of Alex Jones ' conspiracy platform. More than a year after first trying to buy Infowars, The Onion on Thursday will debut a send-up under its own website with plans to give some of the revenue to families of the victims in the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting.

1 week ago in National

US employers pull back on hiring in June amid elevated inflation, global turmoil

U.S. employers slowed hiring last month and added only 57,000 jobs, less than half the previous month's total and a sign companies still have a cautious economic outlook.

1 week ago in Sports

Taylor Fritz wins match and style points at Wimbledon. De Minaur also advances

A well-dressed Taylor Fritz impressed again at Wimbledon on Thursday, beating compatriot Patrick Kypson 6-2, 6-2, 7-5 to reach the third round as Princess Kate visited the All England Club.

1 week ago in Sports, Trending

U.S. beats Bosnia-Herzegovina 2-0 to advance to round of 16 and keep its World Cup dreams alive

Malik Tillman stepped up for a free kick with a bloody sock and a new right boot after being stepped on by an opponent as the United States scrambled to protect a one-goal lead, down a man in a World Cup knockout round.

1 week ago in Entertainment

California to institute Bruce Lee Day, a first for a Chinese American in the state’s history

Martial arts icon Bruce Lee, who was born in San Francisco, will become the first Chinese American in California history with an annual namesake day.

1 week ago in Religion, World

Vatican cracks down on a traditionalist group by excommunicating its bishops

The Vatican responded aggressively Thursday to a traditionalist group that consecrated bishops without the pope's consent, declaring the Society of St. Pius X had formally broken with the Catholic Church.

Chris Greene Lake

1 week ago in

Albemarle County waives swimming fees at parks Thursday through Saturday

County emergency services urges staying in air conditioning as much as possible.

Sports bar interior with flags hanging from the ceiling, a long bar on the right, and patrons seated at tables watching a soccer match on two large wall-mounted TVs.

1 week ago in , Food Scene

Charlottesville turns out to watch U.S. World Cup victory

America's 2-0 win over Bosnia-Herzegovina drew fans to local restaurants, bars and theaters.

1 week ago in Entertainment, Trending

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce to host their wedding Friday at Madison Square Garden, AP source says

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce will have their wedding at Madison Square Garden on Friday night, according to a law enforcement official briefed on the security plans.

traffic

1 week ago in

AAA, Virginia State Police work to keep traveling Virginians safe over July 4

AAA is urging driver to check their vehicle before taking any long trips to make sure it's ready for the extra stress of triple-digit temperatures

Latest News

8 hours ago in Entertainment, Music

Bonnie Tyler, who topped the charts with epic ‘Total Eclipse of the Heart,’ has died at 75

Bonnie Tyler, the gravelly voiced, Grammy-nominated Welsh pop star whose 1983 chart-topping power ballad "Total Eclipse of the Heart" enchanted succeeding generations with its bombastic charms during solar and lunar eclipses, has died. She was 75.

9 hours ago in Albemarle County, Business, Charlottesville City, Local, UVA

Flow Automotive focuses on community investment as new showroom opens on Pantops

Don Flow, a UVA graduate, started his business in the Charlottesville area in 2003. Wednesday, Flow Automotive opened its 15th showroom in the area.

9 hours ago in Albemarle County, Charlottesville City, Health & Wellness, Local, Local Nonprofits

Broadcasters for Blood Drive aims to boost local supply during critical summer months

This year's event is Monday at Albemarle Square Shopping Center from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

21 hours ago in Charlottesville City, Education, Local, Politics

Charlottesville eyes eight possible school projects to fund with sales tax raise

City Council still has to approve adding the sales tax referendum to November's ballot.

1 day ago in Sports, Trending

World Cup quarterfinals: It’s Messi, Morocco, and 6 teams from Europe. And that’s not unusual

More World Cup teams. Same World Cup story. This edition started with 48 teams; it's now down to eight, with six of those from Europe. And unless Morocco pulls off a series of surprising outcomes over the final two weeks, the champion will come from Europe or South America. Again. As always.