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80-year-old with dementia found dead after week-long search
An 80-year-old Albemarle County man suffering from dementia was found dead Saturday.
Gordonsville Famous Fried Chicken Festival set for Oct. 4
In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Gordonsville had earned the name "chicken-leg center of the universe" national for its fried chicken, and the town has announced dates for its Famous Fried Chicken Festival.
CPD chief Michael Kochis remains supportive of oversight board despite resignations
Charlottesville police chief Michael Kochis said he remains supportive of the city’s Civilian Police Oversight Board, despite the resignation of executive director Inez Gonzalez and the board’s struggle to maintain membership.
Judge grants Charlottesville’s motion to reconsider zoning lawsuit
Judge Claude Worrell reverses his June 30th decision to throw out the city's zoning ordinance and will now hear the merits of the case at a later date.
Man injured in Glenmore home explosion in stable condition
ACFR also identified the woman killed in the blast
U.S. Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson speaking at UVA on September 18
The first Black woman on the Supreme Court will read from her book about her family’s origins in the segregated South and her ascent to the country’s highest court.
3 weeks ago in Entertainment
The fall’s 10 most anticipated books, from Pynchon to (Priscilla) Presley
Fall books mean more than literary fiction. The top releases this season range from a fairy tale newly told to memoirs about a famous writer's indomitable mother and life after marriage to a famous rock star.
3 weeks ago in National
Texas Republicans aim for final passage of redistricting after California Democrats’ counterpunch
Texas Republicans were aiming Friday to give final passage to an unprecedented mid-decade redraw of the state's congressional map and send it to Gov. Greg Abbott's desk for final approval ahead of the 2026 elections.
3 weeks ago in National
Trump says he’ll keep extending TikTok shutdown deadline
President Donald Trump is calling national security and privacy concerns related to TikTok and its Chinese parent company "highly overrated" and said Friday he'll keep extending the deadline for the popular video-sharing platform until there's a buyer.
3 weeks ago in Entertainment
Lil Nas X jailed on suspicion of charging at police on LA street where he walked nearly naked
Rapper Lil Nas X was arrested and briefly taken to a hospital for a suspected overdose Thursday after Los Angeles police say he charged at officers responding to a report of a naked man walking on a busy boulevard.
Federal government accuses George Mason of violating Civil Rights act
The U.S. Department of Education Friday informed George Mason University that its President, Gregory Washington, has violated Title VI of the Civil Rights Act "by illegally using race and other immutable characteristics in university practices and policies, including hiring and promotion".
Albemarle County Supervisors lay out 2026 legislative program
Albemarle County is seeking state funding for Biscuit Run Park, the ability to hold a public referendum to increase sales tax, and expanded authority in using speed cameras.
City to hold public input meeting on future of possible Cedar Hill Road park
The City of Charlottesville has acquired land on Cedar Hill Road and is inviting the community to help shape the vision for a new neighborhood park.
3 weeks ago in Sports
How MLB’s upcoming deals will change how you watch out-of-market, Sunday night and Wild Card games
According to people familiar with negotiations, ESPN is nearing a deal to distribute out-of-market games while NBC/Peacock, Netflix and Apple TV are in talks for regular-season packages, the Wild Card round and the Home Run Derby.
3 weeks ago in World
Famine grips Gaza’s largest city and is likely to spread, authority on food crises says
The world's leading authority on food crises said Friday the Gaza Strip's largest city is gripped by famine, and that it is likely to spread across the territory without a ceasefire and an end to restrictions on humanitarian aid.
Foothills Children’s Advocacy Center supports child abuse survivors
Founded in 2006, Foothills offers support for the survivors of child abuse and their families.
UVA asks for two weeks to ‘respond in full’ to long list of questions about Ryan resignation
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA (CVILLE RIGHT NOW) – When state Sen. Creigh Deeds submitted a 6-page, 46-question letter to UVA Rector Rachel…
3 weeks ago in World
Hundreds of historic tall ships sail into Amsterdam for a maritime festival
Crowds packed vantage points along a major canal and took to the water themselves Wednesday to watch a flotilla of hundreds of historic ships sail into Amsterdam at the start of a five-day festival celebrating the Dutch capital's maritime history.
3 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music
Ciara reinforces her passion for music with ‘CiCi.’ The album is her first since 2019
Ciara will deliver a new bundle of joy on Friday, but it's not the fifth child her husband publicly flirts with her about. "It's time. Honestly, I've been working on this album for almost five years," said the R&B-pop superstar.
3 weeks ago in Entertainment, Trending
Millie Bobby Brown and Jake Bongiovi welcome first child via adoption
Millie Bobby Brown and Jake Bongiovi adopted a daughter, the first child for the married couple, this summer, they announced Thursday. "We are beyond excited to embark on this beautiful next chapter of parenthood in both peace and privacy," the couple wrote in a social media statement.
