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Wind advisory means possible power outages Monday

The National Weather Service has issued a wind advisory Monday through 1 a.m. Tuesday.

3 days ago

Boil water advisory along 29 North lifted

Testing have shown the water to be safe, but ACSA recommends customers empty and clean any automatic ice makers and water chillers.

3 days ago

ACPD makes arrest following Christmas shooting

Roland Keith Shifflet, 46, has been charged with malicious wounding following Thursday night's shooting.

3 days ago

Albemarle tree recycling drop-off on through Jan. 18

The day after Christmas began Albemarle County Christmas tree recycling program through January 18.

3 days ago

Virginia among 22 states where raw oysters have led to salmonella poisoning

There have been incidences of salmonella reported in 22 states, including six in Virginia.

4 days ago

As 2026 approaches Albemarle County looks to streamline the process of development

Developers have complained about the inefficiency of the permitting and inspection process in Albemarle, and the county is investing in technology to do something about it.

5 days ago

Santa’s reindeer get state permit to fly over Virginia

A major regulatory hurdle is cleared once again as Santa Claus is coming to town, arriving in Charlottesville on Christmas Eve with his nine reindeer.

5 days ago

Fluvanna Sheriffs investigating string of vehicle break-ins

Three suspects were seen in surveillance footage.

5 days ago

CPD and ACPD post holiday public safety messages

Albemarle and Charlottesville Police are putting out public safety notices with ACPD posting photos of suspects in recent larceny, shoplifting, or fraud cases reported at businesses across Albemarle County in the last quarter of 2025. 

6 days ago

Two top student organizations condemn UVA BOV selecting President

UVA's student newspaper and its student council both criticized the "rushed" hiring of the university's new president.

6 days ago

Charlottesville’s regional economy remains resilient despite national concerns

Charlottesville's regional economy continues to outperform the national average and the rest of the state.

7 days ago

New UVA president Scott Beardsley shares private sector, education experiences

The University rolled out an introductory campaign for Beardsley, including a video.

1 week ago

Scott Beardsley named 10th President of UVA

Amidst dozens of protesters, UVA's Board of Visitors officially named the Darden School Dean as the University’s next President.

1 week ago

Report: BOV could name next UVA president Friday

The Washington Post is reporting that Darden School of Business Dean Scott Beardsley will be the choice to succeed Jim Ryan.

1 week ago

Firearm larcenies contributing to youth violence in Charlottesville

Stolen firearms continue to be a factor in local gun violence, especially among local youth.

2 weeks ago

CPD has charged suspect in September South 1st Street shooting

The high-speed chase that followed led to two shelter-in-place orders.

2 weeks ago

Albemarle County releases details of June cybersecurity breach

Personal data and health information from a wide range of people who had done business with the county was compromised.

2 weeks ago

Statue of civil rights icon Barbara Rose Johns dedicated in National Statuary Hall

The statue replaces the statue of Robert E. Led, which was removed in 2020.

2 weeks ago

Sens. Kaine, Warner and Rep. Scott behind act supporting Black Lung Benefits Program for miners

Studies show more than 20% of experienced miners in Central Appalachia are getting sicker faster.

2 weeks ago

Louisa Co. Sheriff’s Office, and the region, mourn loss of most senior K-9

The Louisa County Sheriff's Office is mourning, and condolences are being sent from all over Central Virginia, after the death over the weekend of the sheriff's office's most senior K9, Ally,

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