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14 hours ago in Sports
Detroit makes Jahmyr Gibbs NFL’s newest highest-paid running back with 3-year deal
The Detroit Lions have agreed to a contract extension with Jahmyr Gibbs, a three-year deal worth up to $75.7 million that his agents say makes him the NFL's newest highest-paid running back.
14 hours ago in Sports
Undrafted rookie quarterback Haynes King leads Panthers to 33-30 comeback win over Cardinals
Maybe a team should've drafted Haynes King. The rookie quarterback ran in from the 5 on the final play to give the Carolina Panthers a 33-30 victory over the Arizona Cardinals in the Hall of Fame game that kicked off the NFL preseason on Thursday night.
1 day ago in Local Sports, Sports, UVA, UVA Sports
Virginia women’s hoops to face Kentucky in 2026 ESPNW Invitational
Virginia will take part in the second annual iteration of the event, which will take place in Nashville on Dec. 20.
2 days ago in Sports
New era for USA Basketball with Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese, Paige Bueckers set for World Cup debuts
Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese and Paige Bueckers will make their World Cup debuts as members of the U.S. women's national team next month. The trio will try to help the U.S. win its fifth consecutive FIBA World Cup title.
3 days ago in Sports
Carlos Alcaraz withdraws from the Cincinnati Open because of a lingering wrist injury
Carlos Alcaraz withdrew Tuesday from the Cincinnati Open because of a lingering right wrist injury that has sidelined him since April.
3 days ago in Sports
Tarik Skubal pitches 6 effective innings in Dodgers debut against Cubs
Tarik Skubal was booed during his Los Angeles Dodgers debut on Tuesday night. No big deal, he said. The two-time Cy Young Award winner actually enjoyed the chilly reception.
3 days ago in Local Sports, Sports, UVA, UVA Sports
Wahoo Rundown: Lananna takes new post after 2026 ACC title, Hoos win 13 National Titles in the pool
After seven seasons leading the Cavaliers, Vic Lananna has accepted a new post with USATF, and has resigned his position.
Local News
17 hours ago in Albemarle County, Charlottesville City, Local, Surrounding Counties
Home sales up across all areas of CAAR region
The CAAR Q2 Housing Market Reports showed closed home sales increased in all areas of the CAAR region with significant growth in Fluvanna and Louisa Counties.
1 day ago in Local
University of Florida College of Journalism and Communications (WRUF-AM/FM) and Saga Communications, Inc. Announce Landmark Seven-Year Strategic Media Partnership
Partnership Expands Commercial Sales, Strengthens Student Opportunities, and Advances the Future of Local Broadcasting.
2 days ago in Albemarle County, Local
Albemarle Co. Police Chief to retire in October
Deputy Chief Camille Stewart will continue as acting chief until Aug. 14, when Deputy Chief of Operations Randy Jamerson assumes the role.