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Justin Bieber Faces Copyright Lawsuit in Va.

Justin Bieber, Usher face copyright lawsuit in Va. federal court

Truck Accident Closes Lane of Route 29

One lane of Route 29 was closed in southern Albemarle County because of a truck crash earlier in the day.

FBI: Raid of Minnesota Home Disrupted 'Terror Attack'

FBI arrested 24-year-old Buford Rogers after a search of his home turned up Molotov cocktails, suspected pipe bombs and firearms.

Charlottesville Police Investigating Sexual Assault

Police are investigating a reported sexual assault in the area of Valley Road and Brandon Avenue.

Bride, 4 Others Die in Limo Fire on California Bridge

Newlywed bride among 5 killed in limousine fire on San Francisco Bay bridge; 4 others escaped

Va. Cabinet Member Discloses Gifts from Star Scientific

Secretary of the Commonwealth Janet Vestal Kelly reported travel gifts valued at $2,400 from Star Scientific Inc. CEO Jonnie R. Williams Sr.

Stephanie's Heroes: Woodbrook Destination Imagination Team

A group of Woodbrook Elementary School students is working on a special project to put an end to bullying and social isolation. In this week's Stephanie's Heroes, the 4th grade Destination Imagination team is hoping to bring students together with the help of some new creative activities.

What's Going Around: Allergies, Bronchitis & Sinus Infections

The pollen is still causing some problems for people in Central Virginia. In this week's What's Going Around lots of people are suffering with allergies. Plus, many other illnesses are also swirling through the community.

Road Work Continues on Interstate 64

Drivers should expect delays again on I-64 near Afton Mountain.

Youth Football Founder Leaves Local Legacy

Dozens gather at memorial service on Sunday to celebrate the life of Central Virginia Pop Warner founder Gene Ware.

Yeardley Love Tennis Tourney Serves Up Support for Foundation

More than a hundred people turned out Sunday afternoon for a tennis tournament in memory of Yeardley Love at UVa.'s Snyder Tennis Courts.

Rotunda Scaffolding Comes Down as Fundraising Pours In

Construction crew continued taking down the last of the scaffolding around the Rotunda Sunday to prepare for Final Exercises. This weekend, crews began taking apart the scaffolding on the east side of the Rotunda.

Basement Fire Breaks Out on Altamont Street

The Charlottesville Fire Marshall is investigating the cause of a basement fire that happened at a home on Altamont Street Sunday afternoon

NRA Conference Brings Record Crowds during Nat'l Debate

The National Rifle Association wrapped up its annual conference on Sunday in Houston. This year's weekend conference was expected to have the biggest crowd with a theme of 'Stand and Fight.'

House Fire Victim Stresses Importance of Renter's Insurance

A faulty fuse likely caused a massive house fire in Keswick on Friday, leaving six people homeless who did not have renter's insurance. One resident says he suggests everyone get tenants insurance.

I-64 Roadwork, Closures to Resume

The Virginia Department of Transportation is scheduled to continue emergency work around Interstate 64 on Monday. The work is to remove an area of unstable soil from Afton Mountain.

UPDATE: One Injured in Saturday Night Route 29 Crash

One person was injured Saturday night in a car accident that closed multiple lanes of Route 29.

Smallmouth on Rebound in Va.'s Shenandoah River

Smallmouth bass in the Shenandoah River and its tributaries are on the rebound after years of fish kills.

VSP: 3 Dead in Powhatan County Crash

Virginia State Police say three people have been killed in a single-vehicle crash on Route 60 eastbound in Powhatan County.

Va. Plantation Reunion Aims to Unite Descendants

A museum in Altavista is planning a reunion for the descendants of plantation families, including enslaved and free workers.

Report: Va. Cabinet Member Discloses Gifts

A member of Gov. Bob McDonnell's cabinet has disclosed gifts from the head of a troubled tobacco products and nutritional supplements manufacturer.

McAuliffe Kicking Off Campaign for Governor

Democrat Terry McAuliffe is officially kicking off his campaign to be Virginia's next governor. McAuliffe is set to hold several events over the next few days to roll out a series of policy speeches.

2 Dead in Fatal Plane Crash in Va.

Virginia State Police are investigating a fatal crash in Suffolk involving an experimental plane. Officials say two people were killed in the crash just after 1 p.m. on Saturday in a field near the Southside Trailer Park.

Local Workshop Helping Kids 'Stay in the Game' of Life

Kids in Charlottesville learned how to keep their head in the game. Not only for their sport game but also in life. It's a program called 'Just Think: To Stay in the Game' and the goal is to teach kids life skills such as character, responsibility and respect.

'Walk For Kids' Raises Thousands for UVa Children's Hospital

Families and friends of all ages came together Sunday morning for the UVa Children's Hospital. It was the annual Walk for Kids at the Park, which has been going on for nearly three decades now to benefit the children's hospital.

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