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22 hours ago in National, Trending
Powerful thunderstorms rumble across Texas, delaying holiday travel
Some flights were delayed or canceled in Texas on Thursday after a line of thunderstorms started moving across parts of the state in a system the National Weather Service predicted could bring high winds, hail and possible tornadoes.
2 days ago in National, Trending
Biden signs a bill officially making the bald eagle the national bird of the US
The bald eagle, a symbol of the power and strength of the United States for more than 240 years, earned an overdue honor on Tuesday: It officially became the country's national bird.
Sports
22 hours ago in Sports
Woolen’s late interception seals win as Seahawks beat struggling Bears 6-3 to boost playoff hopes
The Seattle Seahawks made just enough plays to boost their fading playoff hopes by beating the struggling Chicago Bears on Thursday night. Now, they'll be rooting for the Arizona Cardinals to beat the Los Angeles Rams this weekend.
2 days ago in Sports
Pat Riley says the Miami Heat will not trade Jimmy Butler
If Jimmy Butler wants a trade, the Miami Heat have no plans to make him happy. Heat President Pat Riley — in a rare move — spoke out to address rumors Thursday, saying the team has no plans to trade Butler.
2 days ago in Sports
Detroit Red Wings fire coach Derek Lalonde, name Todd McLellan as his replacement
The Detroit Red Wings fired coach Derek Lalonde on Thursday and named Todd McLellan as his replacement, a major change by general manager Steve Yzerman more than a third of the way through another disappointing season in the place known as "Hockeytown."
2 days ago in Sports
LeBron James scores 31 in record 19th Christmas Day game as Lakers hold off Curry, Warriors 115-113
Austin Reaves scored the winning layup with one second left after Stephen Curry tied it on a 31-foot 3-pointer with seven seconds remaining, LeBron James had 31 points and 10 assists playing in his NBA-record 19th Christmas Day game, and the Los Angeles Lakers held off the Golden State Warriors 115-113 on Wednesday night.
2 days ago in Sports
Jackson breaks Vick’s NFL rushing record for QBs in Ravens’ rout over Texans
Baltimore's Lamar Jackson passed Michael Vick for the most rushing yards by a quarterback in NFL history in a 31-2 victory over the Houston Texans on Wednesday.
2 days ago in Local, Local Sports, Sports
14-Year Old Prince Edward Co Prodigy Tearing Up Regional Motor Racing
He's not old enough to have a driver's license, but a 14-year old Prince Edward teen is tearing up motor speedways in our region
5 days ago in Albemarle County, Charlottesville City, Local, Local Sports, Sports, UVA, UVA Sports
Hoos Land Transfer Defensive Lineman from Alabama
UVA football defensive line coaches Kevin Downing and Chris Slade got an early Christmas present in the person of one of the top-rated transfers in school history when Hunter Osborne committed Monday afternoon to the Hoos.
Lifestyle
2 days ago in Lifestyle
Holiday shoppers increased spending by 3.8% despite higher prices
Sales rose this year during the holiday shopping season even as Americans wrestled with elevated prices for many groceries and other necessities, according to new data.
2 days ago in Lifestyle, Trending
Working Well: Returning to the office can disrupt life. Here are some tips to navigate the changes
Heading into 2025, thousands of workers face an unsettling reality: after years of working from the comfort of home, they must return to the office full-time for the first time since the coronavirus pandemic or look for new work.
5 days ago in Lifestyle, Trending
Elaborate holiday light displays are making spirits bright in a big way
Tiny tots with their eyes all aglow might be enough to brighten some homes this holiday season. But others are adorned with thousands of blinking lights synched to blasting music, drawing crowds and bolstering both holiday and community spirit.
1 week ago in Lifestyle
Younger generations swap tradition for self-expression with holiday decorations
A demographic that ranges from teenagers up to adults shy of middle age are ditching the dominant green and red of Christmases past for pastel pink and blue palettes, going glam with faux fur, lamé and feather details, and investing in wacky or whimsical outdoor displays, according to retail and design experts.
1 week ago in Lifestyle, Trending
It’s beginning to look like another record for holiday travel
Drivers and airline passengers without reindeer and sleighs better make a dash for it: it's beginning to look like another record for holiday travel in the U.S.
Local News from Cville Right Now
15 hours ago in Election, Local
Virginia’s Exit from California Electric Vehicle Mandate Begins Next Week
Virginia will no longer adhere to California’s electric vehicle mandate as of January 1, 2025.
19 hours ago in Albemarle County, Business, Local
Crozet Square & Oak Street Improvements Construction Starts January 6
Albemarle County announces the long-anticipated construction on the Crozet Square and Oak Street Improvements Project will start on Monday, January 6.
20 hours ago in Education, Local
Metro Richmond Zoo Gets a Baby Hippopotamus for Christmas
A female pygmy hippopotamus delivered a healthy calf at the Metro Richmond Zoo earlier this month, officials said — the third baby hippo born at the zoo within the past five years.
24 hours ago in Charlottesville City, Local, Surrounding Counties
Group Seeks Ice Rink in Ruckersville
It's not the Downtown Mall, but The Daily Progress/Greene County Record reports some stakeholders looking to build a new ice arena in the area.
1 day ago in Albemarle County, Charlottesville City, Local, Surrounding Counties
Christmas Night Fire Engulfs Ruckersville Home
RUCKERSVILLE, VA (CVILLE RIGHT NOW) – Fire engulfed a home in the Ruckersville area on Christmas night. Multiple crews arrived to…
News
22 hours ago in National, Trending
Powerful thunderstorms rumble across Texas, delaying holiday travel
Some flights were delayed or canceled in Texas on Thursday after a line of thunderstorms started moving across parts of the state in a system the National Weather Service predicted could bring high winds, hail and possible tornadoes.
22 hours ago in Entertainment
Q&A: Avicii documentary director on celebrating the late, ‘timeless’ DJ without exploiting his death
Avicii, the groundbreaking Swedish DJ-producer, died six years ago. He was 28. It was a tragedy that reverberated around the world — much like his music, which brought unexpected genres and collaborators into his melodic EDM through forward-thinking, chart-topping hits like "Wake Me Up!" and "Hey Brother."
2 days ago in Entertainment, Music
Bad Bunny announces a new album, ‘Debí Tirar Más Fotos’
Happy holidays from Bad Bunny, who announced Thursday he will release a new album Jan. 5. "Debí Tirar Más Fotos," which translates to "I should have taken more photos," is his sixth studio album and follows in his tradition of releasing new music on unexpected dates.
2 days ago in National, Trending
Biden signs a bill officially making the bald eagle the national bird of the US
The bald eagle, a symbol of the power and strength of the United States for more than 240 years, earned an overdue honor on Tuesday: It officially became the country's national bird.