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Virginia Recognized in Top States for Innovation

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce is recognizing Virginia as one of the top three states for innovation and entrepreneurship.

Va. Eastern Shore Waterfowl Museum Holding Auction

A museum on Virginia's Eastern Shore is preparing to auction of its inventory of nautical items and waterfowl decoys.

Study on I-81 Widening in Virginia Expanded

Virginia highway officials are expanding the study into the possibility of widening Interstate 81 in the Roanoke and New River valley.

Derby Party Raises Money for Local Alzheimer's Assocation

A derby party Friday night at the Omni Hotel benefited the local Alzehimer's Association. Attendees could participate in a silent auction, a horse race game, dancing to the Big Ray and the Kool Kats all to raise money for a good cause.

Six Homeless After Route 231 House Fire in Keswick

A house fire on Stoney Point Pass in Keswick leaves six people homeless. They lost nearly everything.

Church Moving to Ix Complex

Portico Church announced on Friday that they are moving their congregation.

Crozet Library Nearing Completion

The new library in Crozet should be ready to open by the Fourth of July.

Orchard Owner Preparing for Cicadas

Later this month, millions of cicadas will emerge in Central Virginia after spending 17 years underground.

Crews Continue Removing Scaffolding on Rotunda

The majority of scaffolding has been removed from the University of Virginia's iconic building.

Beta Bridge Painted in Memory of Yeardley Love

The Beta Bridge on UVa grounds has been painted in memory of Yeardley Love, who was killed 3 years ago.

Court Hearing Moved for Suspected Arsonists

Court hearings for suspected Eastern Shore arsonists Smith and Bundick have been moved to June 17.

Michie Running to Keep Seat on City School Board

Ned Michie has spent 9 years on the Board, but says there is still more he'd like to accomplish.

Fishermen Want Humpback Whales Off Endangered List

A group of Hawaii fishermen is asking the federal government to take northern Pacific humpback whales off the endangered species list.

Suspect in Fatal Buckingham Stabbing in Court

Christopher Jerel Moseley appeared in court today. he is accused of fatally stabbing his girlfriend, Alexis Rose.

New Committee to Advise on Improvements for Southern Albemarle

A new 11-member citizens' advisory committee will review the current services in the southern part of Albemarle and suggest improvement or additions.

Dominion Seeks Fuel Rate Hike for Virginia Customers

Dominion Virginia Power says it's asking state regulators to increase what the utility charges customers to recover its fuel costs for the first time in two years.

Rep. Robert Hurt Not Impressed with Decrease in Unemployment

Congressman Robert Hurt releases a statement on the latest unemployment report.

Winds Ease but California Wildfire Threat Remains

Wildfire churns across Southern California on 15-square-mile path to Pacific, homes evacuated

Body Found at Recycling Center

A decomposed body has been found inside the TFC Recycling Center.

Sheriff's Office Investigating Home Burglaries in Ruckersville

Investigators say burglaries in the Ruckersville area occurred during the daytime hours of April 25 through April 29.

Clean Commute Day in Charlottesville

All around the Charlottesville area, people saved energy Friday morning by taking the Clean Commute pledge and finding a different way to get to work.

Henry County Teen Sentenced for Church Fire

A Henry County teenager has been sentenced to two years in federal prison for setting fire to a church.

Going Back to School to Change Careers

There is no typical college student, but the number of adults getting a higher education is on the rise.

Moseley Could be Facing Death Penalty in Fatal Stabbing

Christopher Moseley could be facing capital murder charges, and the death penalty, if the victim, Alexis Rose, was pregnant. Moseley allegedly stabbed Rose to death in a grocery store parking lot the night of April 30.

Robert Hurt (R, 5th District) Honored by Virginia Industries for the Blind

Representative Robert Hurt (R, 5th District) received the AbilityOne Champion Award from the Virginia Industries for the Blind. The Award is given to policymakers who help the V.I.B or related organizations that help the blind and visually impaired get employed and advance their careers.

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