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3 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music
The Recording Academy CEO responds to BTS decision not to submit to Grammys
Recording Academy CEO Harvey Mason jr. has responded to the news that K-pop powerhouse BTSwill not submit their music for consideration at the forthcoming 2027 Grammy Awards.
3 weeks ago in , Food Scene, Health & Wellness
Miracle Treat Day returns to benefit UVA Children’s Hospital
Central Virginia and Shenandoah Valley residents can help support UVA Children's Hospital by buying a sweet treat at Dairy Queen today.
3 weeks ago in National
Father who gave his son the gun used in a Georgia high school shooting to be sentenced
A sentencing hearing was underway Thursday for a man who gave his son the gun used to kill two students and two teachers at Apalachee High School in Georgia after he was convicted of second-degree murder and involuntary manslaughter.
3 weeks ago in Entertainment
Glen Hansard, Irish musician who won Oscar for ‘Once,’ dies in motorcycle crash
Irish singer-songwriter Glen Hansard, who won an Academy Award for the 2007 film "Once," died in a motorcycle crash on the outskirts of Dublin early Wednesday, his management said. He was 56.
3 weeks ago in Sports
Taysom Hill announces the end of his time with the Saints, but not his retirement from the NFL
Taysom Hill, a former BYU quarterback who evolved into a productive multi-position player for the New Orleans Saints, has announced that he won't be returning to the team with which he spent his first nine NFL seasons.
3 weeks ago in Entertainment
Wildfires force George Clooney’s family to evacuate their home in southern France
George Clooney has said his family has been forced to evacuate their home in southeastern France as a wildfire burned nearby, his agent said Thursday.
3 weeks ago in , Food Scene
A ripe tradition: Tomato Tomato Fest draws families and food lovers
Local famers and artists showcase their best tomatoes and tomato inspired pieces at the second annual Tomato Tomato Fest.
3 weeks ago in Sports
Browns’ Ward becomes NFL’s highest-paid DB with 2-year, $62.2 million extension, AP source says
Denzel Ward has agreed to a two-year extension with the Cleveland Browns that will make him the highest-paid defensive back in the NFL, a person familiar with the deal told The Associated Press.
3 weeks ago in Sports
Tigers’ Skubal on schedule to face Orioles on Wednesday with trade deadline approaching
Tarik Skubal is still the ace of the Detroit Tigers' pitching staff as far as manager A.J. Hinch is concerned. Hinch confirmed Tuesday that Skubal is still scheduled to start on Wednesday against the Baltimore Orioles.
3 weeks ago in Sports
Ohtani’s bat stays hot, but his next bullpen session waits on 2 aching spots
Shohei Ohtani says his right biceps is not 100% in addition to his sore left knee, and both factored into the Los Angeles Dodgers' two-way superstar not throwing a bullpen last week.
3 weeks ago in Entertainment
‘Super Troopers’ at 25: A quarter-century of mustaches and maple syrup — and a new film
A quarter of a century is a long time for mustache rides and syrup binges, but "Super Troopers" has gotten a lot of mileage out of the simple joys of friends goofing around.
ODU did not inquire about criminal past of student who shot and killed Charlottesville native Brandon Shah
Report says Shah fought back with "extraordinary heroism" that prevented further shootings.
New Teacher Academy welcomes 180 educators ahead of school year
The multi-day orientation helps introduce new educators to the division's curriculum, student-centered philosophy and support system before the new school year.
Residents express health concerns during Tenaska open house
While strict regular monitoring would be implemented at power station, the closest DEQ air monitoring station is at Albemarle High School.
3 weeks ago in Entertainment
Judge allows use of police interview in trial for man accused of killing Tupac Shakur
A Nevada judge ruled on Tuesday that the recording of an interview the man accused of killing Tupac Shakur gave to police in 2008 could be used at his upcoming trial.
3 weeks ago in Sports
Rodgers says there’s ‘zero debate’ 2026 will be his final season as Steelers open a new-look camp
Aaron Rodgers says there's "zero debate" that this season will be his last. The future Hall of Fame quarterback's status beyond 2026 is seemingly one of the few certainties for the Pittsburgh Steelers, where the only thing familiar about their annual pilgrimage to Saint Vincent College for training camp might be the venue.
3 weeks ago in Entertainment
A ring before a playoff win for Justin Herbert, who gets engaged to singer Madison Beer
Justin Herbert has his first ring, and it's not on the football field. The Los Angeles Chargers quarterback and Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Madison Beer jointly announced their engagement in an Instagram post Tuesday.
3 weeks ago in , UVA
Paint the Town Orange moved to Aug. 28
The event on the eve of the team's home opener against North Carolina State will include a pep rally and spirit walk.
3 weeks ago in Entertainment
Comic-Con 2026: David Jonsson is new Black Panther, Ryan Gosling joins Marvel as Ghost Rider
Marvel Studios used its Comic-Con International presentation Saturday to announce David Jonsson as the new Black Panther — the son of Chadwick Boseman's T'Challa — and reveal that Ryan Gosling will be playing Ghost Rider, both in films set for release in 2028.
3 weeks ago in Sports
Marlins snap franchise-worst 12-game skid with walk-off win over Phillies
Clayton McCullough breathed a sigh of relief. The Marlins finally won a game. Miami overcame two-run, ninth-inning deficit in the ninth on Monday to beat division-rival Philadelphia 8-7 and snap a 12-game losing streak — the longest such stretch in franchise history.
