National

5 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.

6 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.

1 week 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.

1 week 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

17 hours ago in Lifestyle

Tours offer Halloween enthusiasts visits to former psychiatric hospital and funeral home

It's not enough these days for some Halloween enthusiasts to be scared by actors dressed up in spooky getups at makeshift haunted houses: They want the "real" thing.

2 days ago in Lifestyle, Trending

Halloween candy sales are off to a slow start amid high chocolate prices and affordability concerns

Halloween candy sales are off to a slow start this year as U.S. consumers grapple with high living costs and eye-popping chocolate prices. Halloween candy sales fell 6.7% in the month ending Oct. 17 compared to the same period last year, according to NielsenIQ, a market research firm.

5 days 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.

6 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.

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

ZoeFest brings music lovers together for a celebration of life

HeartRock in Schuyler, Virginia

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.

Sports News

18 hours ago in Sports, Trending

Rays put on the brink of World Series flop by Brewers’ historic 8-run, 2-out surge

Milwaukee became the first team to score eight runs with two outs in a World Series inning, routing the Rays 10-1 on Monday night to take a 3-0 lead in the best-of-seven series.

21 hours ago in Sports, UVA, UVA Sports

Upon Further Review: Takeaways from Virginia’s loss to Duke

While Jekail Middlebrook and Daniel Sparks had big days, quarterback Beau Pribula, the offensive line and the coaching staff had days to forget.

1 day ago in Local Sports, Sports, UVA, UVA, UVA Sports

Wahoo Rundown: Chance Mallory, Kymora Johnson named to preseason watch lists

Two Wahoo stars were named to preseason watch lists as the Basketball season gets set to tip-off, while both soccer teams tie in their penultimate regular season contests.

2 days ago in Entertainment, Sports, UVA, UVA

‘1 15 41 Tragedy to Triumph’ closes out Virginia Film Festival

Greg Frith (far left), Tony Elliott (center left) and Will Bettridge (center right) receive a standing ovation after Sunday's screening.

The film covers UVA football rise from the Nov. 2022 shooting that claimed the lives of three players to its record-setting 2025 season.

2 days ago in Sports, Trending

Yamal, Mbappé, Kane and Messi in contention to win the Ballon d’Or. Here’s what to know

The Ballon d'Or winners will be announced on Monday with a new generation of soccer stars, led by Lamine Yamal and Kylian Mbappé, ready to stamp their name on the trophy that for so long was a personal duel between Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo.

4 days ago in Sports, UVA, UVA Sports

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

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.

4 days ago in Charlottesville City, Education, Local Sports

CHS girls flag football team preparing for first-ever jamboree

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

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Local News

11 hours ago in Charlottesville City, Entertainment, Local, UVA

‘I Play Rocky’ wins audience award as Virginia Film Festival sets attendance records

2026 Virginia Film Festival

 A total of 26,613 moviegoers attended 105 film screenings from Wednesday through Sunday last week.

12 hours ago in Albemarle County, Charlottesville City, Local, Surrounding Counties

Georgia Sen. Raphael Warnock makes Albemarle appearance to back Sen. Mark Warner, House candidate Tom Perriello

Left to right: Va. Sen. Mark Warner, Ga. Sen. Raphael Warnock, Tom Perriello, SC Rep. James Clyburn, Va. Sen. Tim Kaine

Georgia Sen. Raphael Warnock, South Carolina Rep. James Clyburn, and Virginia Sen. Tim Kaine participated in a food insecurity discussion along with Sen. Mark Warner and Tom Perriello.

2 days ago in Charlottesville City, Entertainment, Local, UVA

Nathan Lane and a 30th anniversary screening of ‘The Birdcage’ headline VAFF closing day

The Birdcage (1996)

Lane appeared alongside Turner Classic Movies Primetime Host Ben Mankiewicz, and participated in a Q&A session following the film.