Surrounding Counties

6 days ago

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.

1 week ago

In Charlottesville, Spanberger unveils new Virginia tourism plan

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

1 week ago

Fatal Crimora shooting under investigation

Sheriff's deputies located a deceased man after receiving a 911 call.

1 week ago

NWS: Fire risk elevated in Charlottesville area

The combination of high temperatures, low humidity, and dry and breezy conditions prompted the warning.

2 weeks ago

Spanberger joins governors in letter to PJM urging energy affordability and reliability

In the letter, the six governors, along with the D.C. Mayor, urged PJM to make data centers pay fair share for energy use and infrastructure

2 weeks ago

Search for Robert Hourihan continues after 15 years

Fluvanna's sheriff's department is asking anyone who might have information to come forward.

2 weeks ago

Augusta Sheriff warning of fake DMV and Fairfax court text messages

QR codes lead to malicious websites.

2 weeks ago

AHS string quartet to rock the house at The Paramount

The four will join Beatles and Rolling Stones tribute bands in a musical showdown.

2 weeks ago

New charges against Crozet man accused of sexually assaulting children in his care

The counts against Maxwell H. Mandell now total 82.

2 weeks ago

Union groups urge collective bargaining for all University employees

A bill awaiting Gov. Spanberger's signature does not currently include service employees.

2 weeks ago

Mineral man drowns Tuesday in Lake Anna

Andrew Glen Knight died when the kayak he and a boy were in capsized. Neither was wearing a life vest, according to a release from the sheriff's office.

2 weeks ago

Fluvanna County Sheriff Office land lines are down, including 911

The sheriff's office will notify the public once the lines are restored.

3 weeks ago

Blue Ridge Poison Center experiencing increased calls related to kratom

The products are marketed as a healthier option than alcohol.

3 weeks ago

Fire guts Lake Monticello home

Firefighters from four counties, including Fluvanna, responded to 7 Ponderosa Lane for a fire in a two-story home.

3 weeks ago

State Police investigating Fluvanna fire imposter for possible sex offender registry violations

One of two state investigations to go with an independent one

3 weeks ago

Palmyra Fire Company resumes operation after discovery of registered sex offender

The county fire chief told Cville Right Now a third-party investigator has been hired to examine the situation.

3 weeks ago

Z95.1’s Sherry Taylor: ‘A lady knows when to leave’

Sherry Taylor leaving Z95.1 morning show after a nearly 18-year run. Her final show will air Friday.

3 weeks ago

WINA named AP’s Outstanding News Operation for seventh straight year

Afternoon anchor Dori Zook won first place awards for Best Newscast and Best Radio News Anchor; Cville Right Now named top website.

4 weeks ago

Quadruple amputee cornhole player accused of murder waives extradition hearing

Dayton James Webber, who was arrested in Albemarle County, faces murder charges in Maryland.

4 weeks ago

Despite low hurricane concerns, impact locally worth watching

Accuweather is calling for a near- to below-average Atlantic hurricane season starting June 1, but it will be looking at the potential for above average impacts on coastal areas, areas that historically have brought storms tracking through the Charlottesville area.

Latest News

4 hours ago in Albemarle County, Local

Albemarle Supervisors approve $727.7 million 2027 budget with no tax rate increases

The budget adds an additional $2 million to AHIF without raising personal property tax.

7 hours ago in Entertainment, Music

Alan Osmond, the eldest member of the Osmonds, has died at 76

Alan Osmond, the eldest member of the chart-topping family act The Osmonds, died Monday after decades with multiple sclerosis. He was 76.

8 hours ago in Entertainment

An Instagram DM changed everything for Rachel Reid, Jacob Tierney and ‘Heated Rivalry’

To the cheers and applause of thousands of BookCon attendees, "Heated Rivalry" author Rachel Reid and director-screenwriter Jacob Tierney walked on to the main event stage at New York's Jacob Javits Convention Center. The two Canadians have been international celebrities for just a few months, and still find themselves wondering if all the noise is for someone else.

8 hours ago in National, Trending

Wildfires across Georgia and Florida have destroyed nearly 50 homes and are forcing evacuations

Wildfires burning across the southeastern U.S. forced more people to flee Wednesday after destroying nearly 50 homes in Georgia and causing some schools closings as drought and winds fueled flames.

8 hours ago in Albemarle County, Local

Albemarle Supervisors to finalize 2027 budget Wednesday

The $724 million budget is 13% higher than 2026's budget, and some are questioning why.