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Britney Spears arrested and released, California sheriff’s records show, though charge is not clear
Britney Spears was arrested Wednesday night in Southern California and booked early Thursday, according to the Ventura County Sheriff's office, which didn't say what charge she faces.
1 day ago in Entertainment, Trending
An Oscar race that looked like a runaway may be a close call, after all
Who says to beware the Ides of March? A March 15 Academy Awards may feel late. By then, it will be almost a year since "Sinners" sunk its teeth into moviegoers last April. Some nominees have been on the campaign trail since the Cannes Film Festival in May.
Lifestyle
6 hours ago in Lifestyle
What to say if you’re in recovery and your workplace encourages social drinking
Picture this: It's lunchtime in the 1960s, and you're out with co-workers enjoying not one, not two, but three cocktails with your meal. While the three-martini lunch seems improbable today, workplaces still can be boozy places. After-work happy hours, corporate parties and client meetings at fancy bars are still expected in many areas of American corporate culture.
24 hours ago in Lifestyle
Apple’s ‘big week’ launches a pair of $599 devices aimed at budget buyers
Apple CEO Tim Cook promised a "big week" of product announcements has seen the introduction of a new budget-friendly iPhone trim, an entry-level MacBook tier, updated iPad Air models, refreshed monitors and higher-end chipsets. All of which was on display at hands-on media events held Wednesday in New York, London and Shanghai.
1 day ago in Lifestyle
The weight loss boom is reshaping American aesthetics
An estimated 63% of weight loss drug patients now seeking facial treatments have never set foot in a cosmetic clinic before. Thirty-one million Americans are now taking GLP-1 weight loss medications, according to KFF polling data from November 2025.
2 days ago in Lifestyle
Starter home hotspots: These metros are best for first-time buyers
moveBuddha highlights top starter home cities for first-time buyers, with Oklahoma City leading in affordability, availability, and livability.
1 week ago in Lifestyle
Are expensive shampoos worth it? Here’s what the experts have to say
Ornate packaging paired with enticing advertisements that claim expensive shampoos are elixirs to all hair woes can leave one wondering: Are the higher prices really worth it? Should I abandon my $8 drugstore mainstay for a $42 premium brand?
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16 minutes ago in Albemarle County, Charlottesville City, Local
Early voting on April 21 congressional redistricting amendment begins Friday
Albemarle County in-person early voting happens in different room than past
16 hours ago in Albemarle County, Charlottesville City, Local, Politics, Surrounding Counties
State Supreme Court allows a referendum to move forward
The Democratic-backed redistricting amendment could flip 4 U.S. House seats.
17 hours ago in Albemarle County, Charlottesville City, Local, Surrounding Counties
Affordability questions dominate public comment at Albemarle board meeting
The majority of speakers asked the board to address affordability, particularly affordable housing.
1 day ago in Albemarle County, Charlottesville City, Local, Surrounding Counties, Virginia Assembly
AG Jay Jones says localities must start early voting Friday
Jones issued the opinion Wednesday at the request of Senate Majority Leaders Scott Surovell (D-Mount Vernon) and Del. Cia Price (D-Newport News).
1 day ago in Charlottesville City, Local
City Councilor Lloyd Snook proposes using surplus to avoid tax hike
City Councilor Lloyd Snook will propose using surplus money instead of passing a 2-cent real estate tax hike.
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34 minutes ago in Entertainment, Trending
Britney Spears arrested and released, California sheriff’s records show, though charge is not clear
Britney Spears was arrested Wednesday night in Southern California and booked early Thursday, according to the Ventura County Sheriff's office, which didn't say what charge she faces.
36 minutes ago in National
Dow drops 1,000 points after oil spikes to its highest price since the summer of 2024
The Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped more than 1,000 points Thursday after the price of oil spiked to its highest level since the summer of 2024 because of the war with Iran.
45 minutes ago in National
Savannah Guthrie makes offscreen visit to ‘Today’ show, first since her mother went missing
Savannah Guthrie made an off-camera appearance Thursday at NBC's "Today" show studios to thank colleagues for their support since her mother Nancy went missing from her Arizona home a month ago.
47 minutes ago in National
Trump fires Homeland Security Secretary Noem after mounting criticism over her leadership
President Donald Trump on Thursday fired his embattled Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, after mounting criticism over her leadership of the department, including the handling of the administration's immigration crackdown and disaster response.
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Book Drive for the Friends of the Library 2026
Did you know March is National Reading Month? Charlottesville Media Group does! To honor the month of reading, this radio…
“Wash Wednesday” with Tiger Wash
Become a Freeloader and get free stuff! Plus, congratulations to our Wash Wednesday February winner, Samantha Clinton of Charlottesville!
Tom’s Tricky Question: Nirvani
Tom’s giving you the chance to score a pair of tickets to see Nirvani – A Nirvana Tribute Experience live at The Foundry on Saturday, March 14th!
Tawne on the… John?!
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The Workforce Rockblock
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