National

2 days ago in National

Facing a ban on horse-drawn carriages, Central Park’s drivers fear for their future

The horse-drawn carriages that have cruised through Central Park for more than 150 years will soon be banished from New York City, ending an iconic tradition beloved by tourists but long opposed by animal welfare activists.

2 days ago in National

Violent Arizona storms bring possible tornado, toppled trees and golf ball-size hail

Trees fell onto homes and utility poles were knocked down by a possible tornado in a central Arizona community during a series of violent storms that moved through the state overnight into Thursday.

4 days ago in National

The Orionid meteor shower is coming. Here’s how and when to watch

The Orionids — one of two major meteor showers caused by remnants from Halley's comet — will peak this week, though a large moon will dim visibility until after it sets late at night.

5 days ago in National

Georgia amusement park reopens as scheduled after roller coaster death

Six Flags Over Georgia opened its gates Friday evening for the first time since a man fell to his death from one of the amusement park's towering roller coasters.

2 weeks ago in National

Cornell suspends fraternity parties, gives state police role in investigating campus assault reports

Cornell University suspended parties at fraternity houses until next year and is giving state police a role in investigating reports of sexual assault on campus in the school's latest response to outrage over its handling of a gang rape allegation.

Lifestyle

21 hours ago in Lifestyle

The new wedding budget: Where couples are spending more, and less

Modern Gents reports average wedding spending hit $34,200 in 2025, highlighting that couples prioritize experiences and personalization while balancing budgets amid rising costs.

2 days ago in Lifestyle

RSV vs. flu: How to tell the difference

Doctronic reports that RSV and flu, both contagious respiratory infections, have overlapping but distinct symptoms.

3 days ago in Albemarle County, Charlottesville City, Lifestyle, Music Scene, Surrounding Counties

ZoeFest brings music lovers together for a celebration of life

The inaugural music festival will celebrate the life of HeartRock owners Greg Smith and Kim Earhart's late daughter by bringing local musical acts to the venue in Schuyler.

3 days ago in Lifestyle

Budget-friendly, sustainable ways to build your dream Halloween costume

Intuit TurboTax reports on budget-friendly, sustainable Halloween costumes, suggesting to repurpose existing clothes, swap with friends, thrift strategically, DIY props, and invest in one key piece for authenticity.

5 days ago in Lifestyle, Music Scene, Music>General

Weekly Concert & Event Calendar: October 19–25, 2026

CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA (CVILLERIGHTNOW) – Whether you’re looking to take in cinematic short films, indie-folk brilliance, or a string-backed Coldplay tribute,…

Sports News

12 minutes ago in Sports, UVA, UVA Sports

Barber: No defense for this offense, as Duke loss sinks UVA’s season

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Beau Pribula vs Duke

The Cavaliers' scored one touchdown, tried four field goals, committed two turnovers and allowed five sacks in their latest unsightly offensive outing.

1 hour ago in Charlottesville City, Education, Local Sports

CHS girls flag football team preparing for first-ever jamboree

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The Black Knights will host Western Albemarle and Fluvanna, giving the new team it's first opportunities to play against other schools.

21 hours ago in Sports

Thunder star and NBA MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s record 20-point streak ends at 141 games

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander decided it was time for his record streak of 20-point games to end. The Oklahoma City star's run of 141 consecutive regular season contests with at least 20 points ended Thursday night when he subbed himself out toward the end of a game against the Denver Nuggets.

23 hours ago in Sports, UVA, UVA Sports

No. 9 UVA routs Villanova in basketball preseason finale, 93-71

Forward and ACC Preseason Player of the Year Thijs De Ridder scored 17 points in 19 minutes to lead five Virginia basketball players in double figures.

24 hours ago in Albemarle County, Charlottesville City, Sports, UVA, UVA, UVA Sports

UVA warns of parking policies, traffic issues for Friday night football game

The university is spreading the word about changes to parking policies and warning of an expected uptick in traffic as normal weekday drivers mix with game-day ones.

2 days ago in Sports, Trending

World Series preview: Surprising Rays-Brewers showdown to open with Jacob Misiorowski’s record heat

The Miz will try to whiz his famous fastball by batters on baseball's biggest stage, opening a new-look World Series between teams guaranteed to produce a first-time champion.

2 days ago in Albemarle County, Crime, Sports, UVA, UVA, UVA Sports

Jahmal Edrine case dropped, but Commonwealth says it’s not over

The Commonwealth was granted nolle prosequi in Edrine's case, temporarily dropping his charges while maintaining the option to recharge later.

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Local News

42 minutes ago in Charlottesville City, Entertainment, Local, UVA

‘Dust Bowls and Jewish Souls’ highlights lesser-known side of Woody Guthrie

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Dust Bowls and Jewish Souls (2026)

Two former journalists collaborated to tell the story of the legendary folk singer and his intersection with Jewish culture in Manhattan.

24 hours ago in Albemarle County, Education, Local

Albemarle School Board to develop plan for increasing transparency

The board directed Acting Superintendent Dr. Chandra Hayes to develop 30-, 60- and 90-day plans for how ACPS can strengthen its transparency and compliance.

1 day ago in Entertainment, Local, UVA

‘A Price We Have to Pay’ highlights Argentinian journalist’s disappearance

Documentarian Ricardo Preve, coming off his previous feature about migrant workers in Virginia, turns to the Vietnam War for his next subject, seeking to answer the questions that surround the mysterious death of an Argentine journalist in 1968.