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Trump says Senate should scrap the filibuster to end the shutdown, an idea opposed by Republicans

Back from a week abroad, President Donald Trump is calling on the Senate to scrap the filibuster and reopen the government after a monthlong shutdown, breaking with majority Republicans who have long opposed such a move.

4 weeks ago

FBI Director Patel says multiple people were arrested in Michigan in a Halloween weekend attack plot

Multiple people who had been allegedly plotting a violent attack over the Halloween weekend were arrested Friday morning in Michigan, FBI Director Kash Patel said in a social media post.

4 weeks ago

DMV, UVA urge focus on safety on Halloween

From trick-or-treaters to drivers, agencies say everyone plays a role in Halloween safety.

4 weeks ago

US stocks slip as Wall Street sees both good and bad in Big Tech profits, US-China relations

he U.S. stock market is pulling back from its record heights as Wall Street sifts through mixed developments on everything from the U.S.-China trade war to profits for Big Tech behemoths.

4 weeks ago

Banks and retailers run short on pennies as the US Mint stops making them

President Donald Trump's decision to stop producing the penny earlier this year is starting to have real implications for the nation's commerce.

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China agrees to purchase 25 million metric tons of U.S. soybeans annually, treasury secretary says

China has agreed to purchase 25 million metric tons of U.S. soybeans annually as part of an agreement reached by its leaders, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Thursday.

4 weeks ago

New Trump administration rule bars student loan relief for public workers tied to ‘illegal’ activity

The Trump administration is forging ahead with plans to eject some nonprofits from a popular student loan forgiveness program if their work is deemed to have a "substantial illegal purpose" — a move that could cut off some teachers, doctors and other public workers from federal loan cancellation.

4 weeks ago

Trump says he has deals with China after meeting Xi to try to solve trade tensions

President Donald Trump said he's made deals with China after meeting Chinese leader Xi Jinping on Thursday, the final day of a trip to Asia that was an opportunity for the leaders of the world's two largest economies to stabilize relations after months of turmoil over trade issues.

4 weeks ago

Sen. Mark Warner blasts Trump administration over partisan security briefing

Warner will hold a Thursday press conference demanding accountability for shutting Democrats out of a briefing on U.S. strikes in the Caribbean.

4 weeks ago

Federal judge orders Virginia grand jury documents leading to indictments of James and Comey

The senior United States District Judge for the Eastern District of Virginia is ordering the Government all grand jury documents that led to indictments of former FBI Director James Comey in Alexandria, and New York State Attorney General Leticia James in Norfolk.

4 weeks ago

Hegseth says US carried out 3 strikes on alleged drug-running boats in eastern Pacific, killing 14

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced that the U.S. military carried out three strikes Monday in the waters of the Eastern Pacific against boats suspected of carrying drugs, killing 14 and leaving one survivor.

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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.

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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.

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VDOT shifts traffic to new north side of Old Ivy Bridge

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A milestone in the Old Ivy Road Bridge reconstruction after contractors finished up building the north side of the bridge and shifted traffic onto it.

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Portland Trail Blazers coach Chauncey Billups pleads not guilty in rigged poker games case

Portland Trail Blazers coach Chauncey Billups, a member of the Basketball Hall of Fame, pleaded not guilty Monday to charges he profited from rigged poker games involving several Mafia figures and at least one other ex-NBA player.

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Stores keep prices down in a tough year for turkeys. Other Thanksgiving foods may cost more

The shrinking turkey population amid the ongoing bird flu outbreak is expected to cause wholesale turkey prices to rise 44% this year, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Despite the increase, many stores are offering discounted or even free turkeys to soften the potential blow to Thanksgiving meal budgets.