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Severe storms continue to produce heavy rain, lightning and flooding across parts of US
Storms barreling across the heart of the United States continued to threaten rain and pose flooding risks Thursday after causing at least one death when a man apparently was struck by lightning in Wisconsin.
1 day ago in National, Trending
Tiger Woods’ lawyer vows to fight subpoena for prescription records in DUI case
Tiger Woods ' attorney intends to fight an attempt by prosecutors to subpoena the golfer's prescription drug records following his arrest last month in Florida on suspicion of driving under the influence.
FIFA president Infantino says Iran will participate in World Cup ‘for sure’ despite war
FIFA President Gianni Infantino said Wednesday that Iran will participate in the World Cup "for sure" despite its war with the United States.
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4 days ago in Features, Trending
Happy 69th birthday to Fatou, the world’s oldest gorilla living in captivity
Fatou, the world's oldest gorilla living in captivity, celebrated her 69th birthday with a feast Monday, munching on cherry tomatoes, beets, leeks and lettuce at the Berlin Zoo.
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3 hours ago in Local
Flags to be flown at half-staff on Saturday in memory and respect of the Honorable Marian A. Van Landingham
Governor Abigail Spanberger has ordered flags at half-staff on Saturday, April 18, 2026.
8 hours ago in Local
Rockingham County Fair announces musical guests
Wilson Fairchild, Jack and Davis Reid, Spencer Hatcher, and more will take the stage this August.
9 hours ago in Local
Construction starts on I-81 widening project in Harrisonburg and Rockingham County
The project is scheduled to begin overnight construction activities as early as Monday evening, April 20, 2026.
9 hours ago in Local
Wildlife Center admits Golden Eagle with lead poisoning
On April 8, the Wildlife Center admitted an adult Golden Eagle that was found grounded in a marsh in Isle of Wight County.
9 hours ago in Agriculture, Local
Most of Virginia can expect a dry summer ahead
Virginia’s drought is now expected to persist through the end of July.
10 hours ago in Local
Paving on Pleasant Hill Road could cause delays in Harrisonburg next week
Harrisonburg officials say milling and paving operations will take place on Pleasant Hill Road Monday through Friday next week (4/20-4/24).
