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2 weeks ago

Santa’s reindeer get state permit to fly over Virginia

A major regulatory hurdle is cleared once again as Santa Claus is coming to town, arriving in Charlottesville on Christmas Eve with his nine reindeer.

2 weeks ago

Fluvanna Sheriffs investigating string of vehicle break-ins

Three suspects were seen in surveillance footage.

3 weeks ago

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.

3 weeks ago

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.

3 weeks ago

CPD has charged suspect in September South 1st Street shooting

The high-speed chase that followed led to two shelter-in-place orders.

3 weeks ago

Albemarle County releases details of June cybersecurity breach

Personal data and health information from a wide range of people who had done business with the county was compromised.

3 weeks ago

Statue of civil rights icon Barbara Rose Johns dedicated in National Statuary Hall

The statue replaces the statue of Robert E. Led, which was removed in 2020.

3 weeks ago

Sens. Kaine, Warner and Rep. Scott behind act supporting Black Lung Benefits Program for miners

Studies show more than 20% of experienced miners in Central Appalachia are getting sicker faster.

3 weeks ago

Louisa Co. Sheriff’s Office, and the region, mourn loss of most senior K-9

The Louisa County Sheriff's Office is mourning, and condolences are being sent from all over Central Virginia, after the death over the weekend of the sheriff's office's most senior K9, Ally,

3 weeks ago

Dave Matthews Band’s Bama Works Fund announces new round of grants

Grants totaling $740,000 will address housing and food insecurity, arts education, clean air and other priorities.

4 weeks ago

Winter weather closings and delays for Monday

A number of systems on 2-hour delays

4 weeks ago

Two fires that shut down a portion of Skyline Drive were among 152 total during fall fire season

The Virginia Department of Forestry reported 152 wildfires burned in the fall fire season.

4 weeks ago

Tim Heaphy explains origins of new law firm partnership with Jack Smith

Former US Attorney for Western District of Virginia, former UVA chief counsel, and former Jan. 6 House Select Committee head legal counsel Tim Heaphy is opening a new law firm with the former January 6 special prosecutor Jack Smith next month.

4 weeks ago

ACPD investigating fraud scheme in parking lots

Two hit their marks, with other victims approached while seen by onlookers.

4 weeks ago

Culpeper man dies in Wednesday morning crash on Afton Mountain

State Police report a Culpeper County man dead in a traffic crash on I-64 early Wednesday morning on Afton Mountain.

4 weeks ago

Winter weather closings and delays for Dec. 11

Closings and delays Thursday

Latest News

2 hours ago in Albemarle County, Charlottesville City, Crime, Local, Surrounding Counties

Albemarle County sees drop in criminal activity

Fresh

Police Chief Sean Reeves credits partnerships with the Charlottesville PD, VSP, and UVA PD.

13 hours ago in Albemarle County, Crime, Local

ACPD makes arrest in Mallside shooting

Mark A. Murphy Jr. is being held without bond.

17 hours ago in Crime, Local, Surrounding Counties

Augusta deputies “justified” in shootings that killed Parkersburg Turnpike suspect Dec. 17

The Augusta County Commonwealth's Attorney's Office has determined the Dec. 17 shooting death of a suspect by a county deputy were "actions... not only justified, but entirely necessary".

17 hours ago in Albemarle County, Local

Staffing and phased zones top priorities for ACFR’s new chief

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Albemarle Fire Chief David Pucliett

New ACFR chief David Puckett said he'll rely on the third-party report that examined staffing issues and response times for the department.

23 hours ago in Lifestyle

Mobility exercises are an important part of fitness as we age. Here are some tips

As they age, it's not uncommon for many people to let out a muted groan when getting out of bed in the morning. But if you "oof" every time you get in a car or "aargh" while bending over to pick up something, it may be time to prioritize exercises that target your mobility.