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24 hours ago in Sports
LeBron James is heading to the Philadelphia 76ers, saying it will be his ‘last decision’
LeBron James' first "final" decision was that he would retire. Weeks of deep reflection led him to change his mind, however, with all the familiar options in front of him to extend his career; a third trip with Cleveland, a second stop in Miami, maybe even stay in California for a high-profile union in Golden State. Nope — to all of those teams.
24 hours ago in Sports
Former Cowboys QB Tony Romo arrested on suspicion of operating a vehicle while under the influence
CBS NFL analyst and former Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo has been arrested on suspicion of operating a vehicle while under the influence.
3 days ago in Sports
Wilt Chamberlain Lakers jacket found by a teen at a thrift store fetches over $89,000 at auction
A warmup jacket worn by Wilt Chamberlain during the 1972 NBA finals that was bought by a teenager for $3.07 at an Oregon thrift store sold for $89,600 at auction on Monday.
3 days ago in Sports
Red Sox win 15th straight, matching longest in club history, with 6-3 victory over Orioles
The Boston Red Sox won their 15th straight game to match a club record for the longest winning streak in team history from 80 years ago, beating the Baltimore Orioles 6-3 in the opener of a split doubleheader on Wednesday afternoon.
3 days ago in Albemarle County, Local, Local Sports
Scottsville area croquet club showcases the sport beyond the backyard
Club members hope to introduce more Central Virginians to organized croquet, a game they say rewards skill and strategy while building community.
3 days ago in Local Sports, Sports, UVA, UVA Sports
Virginia women’s basketball to face ODU in November
The storied rivals will reignite their rivalry, which has been dormant for seven years.
3 days ago in Sports
NFL training camps set to open with 10 new head coaches, several QB changes and plenty of hope
The countdown is over. NFL training camp has arrived. Every team is 0-0 so there's hope in each city that this season ends with a championship parade.
Local News
24 hours ago in Albemarle County, Education, Local
Albemarle Schools hold ribbon-cutting for Mountain View Upper Elementary
The new school is ACPS' first in 24 years, and Principal Seth Kennard said students will benefit greatly from the additional space.
1 day ago in Business, Charlottesville City, Local
Nationally recognized Charlottesville chocolate shop celebrates 25 years
Gearharts Fine Chocolates, which was named the best chocolate shop in the country by USA Today back in June, will celebrate its anniversary this Saturday with its annual open house event.
1 day ago in Albemarle County, Charlottesville City, Local
Local Sergeant and K-9 partner receive national honor
Albermarle County Sgt. Ryan Sheridan and his K-9 partner, Dembe, are receiving national recognition after being named one of three finalists for the NACS Foundation's First Responder of the Year Award.