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Virginia Health Officials confirm third measles case in Charlottesville
Virginia health officials confirmed a third measles case in a child in the Northwest Region. Potential exposure sites include SugarBear Ice Cream and Lowe's Home Improvement in Charlottesville. Individuals who were at these locations during...
Virginia Beach launches 'Good Vibes Only' campaign promoting positivity
The City of Virginia Beach has launched a new campaign to foster a positive atmosphere throughout the summer and beyond. The "Good Vibes Only: Virginia Beach" initiative is designed to encourage a safe, welcoming, and enjoyable environment for...

A Virginia Democrat hunts for votes in rural pockets where MAGA has strengthened its grip
CULPEPER, Va. (AP) — Democratic politics in rural Virginia are not of a bygone era, according to Abigail Spanberger. The former congressional representative, now the Democratic nominee in the race to be Virginia’s next governor, posts videos...

Man arrested after deadly DUI crash in Virginia Beach
Virginia Beach police arrested 34-year-old Billy Fields after a crash that killed Eddie Feliciano. VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — A Virginia Beach man is facing multiple charges, including involuntary manslaughter, after a crash that killed another driver...

City council promotes 'good vibes only' at Virginia Beach
The city of Virginia Beach is launching a new initiative to keep the city safe called the "Good Vibes Only" campaign. VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — The city says "Good Vibes Only: Virginia Beach" is simple... “Virginia Beach is open to good energy, not...

Seaside Heights beachgoers have mixed reviews about prom weekend crowd
Summer-like temperatures drew visitors to Seaside Heights on Friday. It's also another prom weekend, which was sure to bring teens to the boardwalk. Tony Marmatakis, of East Brunswick, has been coming to Seaside Heights his whole life but won't...

Richmond District announces weekly travel advisories for June 7-13, 2025
Catherine McGhee P.E. Chief Deputy Commissioner | Virginia Department of TransportationCatherine McGhee P.E. Chief Deputy Commissioner | Virginia Department of Transportation A forecast of road construction in the Richmond District that could...

Five candidates to become the next head coach of Virginia baseball
It has been a painful couple of weeks for Virginia Cavaliers baseball fans. Just days after the ‘Hoos were not selected into the NCAA Tournament field, capping off an immensely disappointing season, Brian O’Connor decided he had enough of...
Evie Mohrfeld: Travel schedule is in full swing with shows, destinations
Published 5:24 pm Friday, June 6, 2025 Our travel is in full swing as we are looking forward to our schedule of one day trips and our extended travel for 2026. Hometown pick-up at Walmart in Austin is very convenient. Our schedule is available in...

Trump’s most sweeping travel ban yet draws anxiety, criticism in Vermont
Get Vermont news sent to your inbox. Daily Digger is everything you need to know to start your day, delivered Monday-Saturday morning. Molly Gray is executive director of the Vermont Afghan Alliance in Burlington. Seen on Feb. 20, 2025. Photo by...

US measles total jumps by 80, fueled by travel and more outbreaks
In its weekly measles update the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) today reported 80 more measles cases, the biggest jump since late April, putting the United States on pace to easily reach the highest annual number of cases...

Virginia radio host Brandon Stokes arrested for allegedly trying to drunkenly enter crime scene
A beloved Virginia radio personality was accused of attempting to drive drunkenly through a crime scene where law enforcement was investigating an officer-involved shooting. Brandon Stokes, known by his stage name as “Shaggy” on Virginia Beach’s...

Virginia Beach's 'Parks After Dark' is back, hoping to curb youth summer violence
Parks After Dark invites community members of all ages and backgrounds to engage in all kinds of activities such as arts and crafts, sports, and more. VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — School's almost out for kids across Hampton Roads. In Virginia Beach, a...

A jacket, a coin, a letter − relics of Omaha Beach battle tell story of D-Day 80 years later
Between the villages of Vierville-sur-Mer and Sainte-Honorine-des-Pertes in Normandy, France, is a 5-mile stretch of beach that was once called Côte d’Or, or “golden coast.” Since June 6, 1944, however, this beach has borne a different name:...

Spanberger Announces Plan to Lower Virginians’ Housing Costs, Continues Focus on Making Virginia More Affordable
Former Congresswoman Abigail Spanberger today announced the next pillar of her plan to make the Commonwealth more affordable, particularly by lowering housing costs for Virginia families. Standing in front of a housing development construction...

8-year-old Virginia nature champ could win $20K to visit every national park in America
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. — An 8-year-old Newport News boy is seeking support in a national competition aimed at protecting wildlife. Smith Simpson is competing in the 2025 Ranger Rick Nature Contest, organized by the National Wildlife Federation, which...

Virginia Tech football: Top in-state to visit Hokies before making college decision
The beginning of June means it's official visit time in college football. Teams from around the country host some of their top recruiting targets for the weekend in hopes of landing their commitment. The Virginia Tech Hokies opened the month by...

Summer playlist: 8 music festivals to check out in DC, Maryland and Virginia
Whether you're looking to sing along with a band that gets your nostalgic feelings going or discover something new, these music festivals in D.C., Maryland and Virginia have something for everyone. Let’s Go Festival June 6-7, 2025 Anne Arundel...

Schwartzel refreshed and ready for LIV Virginia
It’s been a month since the LIV Korea event, and this week’s tournament takes place just outside Washington, D.C., in the suburb of Gainesville. The South African Stinger GC team has received a major boost with former SA Open champion Branden...

Third case of measles in Virginia, second in Charlottesville confirmed
The Virginia Department of Health has announced the third confirmed case of measles in the state this year – the second one in Charlottesville. WMRA's Randi B. Hagi reports. The VDH issued a press release on Thursday confirming the third case of...