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1 week ago
WalletHub survey ranks Virginia dead last in the nation for vehicle tax burden
As some have tried to rid the Commonwealth of the so-called "car tax" since Governor Jim Gilmore's administration at the turn of the millennium, a new WalletHub survey finds Virginia with highest vehicle property taxes in the nation.
2 weeks ago
VSP weekly crime suppression report shows $2.4m in denied revenue from seized narcotics
Seized narcotics totaled 79 pounds.
2 weeks ago
Charlottesville to receive grant for close to $1M for construction of a shared-use commercial kitchen
The 11,300-square-foot facility is expected to establish five new market outlets and create 65 new jobs.
2 weeks ago
Leading insurer urges keeping pets away from the chocolate Valentines
When it comes to celebrating Valentine's Day with generous distribution of chocolate this coming weekend, one of the nation's leading pet insurers urges making sure pets don't get into what's goodies to humans, but not to them.
2 weeks ago
State Supreme Court rules redistricting referendum can occur while it considers the case
The Virginia Supreme Court has set an agenda for considering the redistricting constitutional amendment, but procedures will have "no effect on the referendum scheduled for April 21, 2026".
2 weeks ago
Police investigating threatening social media comments following CHS protest
Monday, the CPD posted a community alert regarding the demonstration by students at Charlottesville High School, warning the community to be aware of possible traffic implications. A number of comments posted in response were reported as threatening, CPD said.
2 weeks ago
Accuweather predicts winter’s worst is now behind the region
With temperatures well into the 50s this week in the Charlottsville area, Accuweather long-range forecasters predict the worst of the winter cold is now left behind.
2 weeks ago
VHHA analysis shows increasing CHS cases treated in ERs from 2020 through 2024
A new data analysis by the Virginia Hospital and Healthcare Association shows annual adult visits to hospital emergency rooms for cases of cannabis use, dependence, and poisoning diagnosis has increased 29% during the period from 2020 until 2024.
2 weeks ago
Human remains found in Florida 48 years ago identified as Harrisonburg woman
The body of Patricia Ann Ritchie, a Harrisonburg woman who was last seen at a city truck stop in 1977, has been identified.
2 weeks ago
Nelson County mom pleads guilty in death of her 6-week-old baby
Autumn Woods is on bond as she awaits sentencing.
3 weeks ago
Pregnant women eligible for year-round Virginia health insurance marketplace enrollment
A new law, passed by last year's General Assembly, has created a new special enrollment period for pregnant Virginians.
3 weeks ago
CPD reports 51% reduction in gun-related incidents in 2025
Overall crime declined by 10.9% when including larcenies and 17.8% when excluding larcenies
3 weeks ago
Data center reformers converge on Richmond as Virginia awaits GA action
The Data Center Reform Coalition gathered on Monday for the Virginia Data Center Reform Coalition's Lobby Day
3 weeks ago
Puppy Bowl to feature dogs sent from Fluvanna nonprofit
Green Dogs Unleashed has sent five dogs for the annual show, three of whom have special needs
3 weeks ago
Dems redistricting would move Albemarle, Charlottesville to 6th district
The proposed map would give Democrats a projected 10-to-1 seats over Republicans
3 weeks ago
Super Bowl Sunday is fun for football fans, but can be dangerous for drivers
Approximately 45% of all traffic fatalities on Super Bowl Sunday involve alcohol-impaired drivers, according to AAA
3 weeks ago
Wind advisory put in place for Saturday
Winds are expected to sustain at 15-25 mph, with gusts up to 45 mph and in higher elevations up to 55 mph
3 weeks ago
State Police to run Operation DISS-rupt on I-64
State Police doing Operation DISS-rupt enforcement effort along all 299 miles of I-64 Feb. 5 and 6.
4 weeks ago
Valerie Hayes trial set to last four weeks
Witnesses will include several from Scotland, where Hayes and her codefendants fought extradition for 7 years.
