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Tiger Woods pleads no contest to reckless driving charge over rollover crash in Florida
Tiger Woods pleaded no contest to a reckless driving charge Wednesday following a rollover crash in March near his home in Florida where he initially was accused of driving under the influence.
2 days ago in Entertainment, Trending
Jury convicts a man of first-degree murder for the 1996 killing of rap icon Tupac Shakur
A jury found Duane "Keffe D" Davis guilty of orchestrating the 1996 killing of rap icon Tupac Shakur, finally bringing a measure of resolution to a case that had gripped hip-hop fans and lingered in the public imagination for decades.
2 days ago in Entertainment, Trending
Closing arguments to begin in trial of man accused of orchestrating Tupac Shakur killing
Closing arguments are scheduled Monday in one of hip-hop's most anticipated trials for the man accused of orchestrating the death of Tupac Shakur. Duane "Keffe D" Davis, 63, faces a single count of murder with a deadly weapon with the intent to promote, further or assist a criminal gang in the killing of Shakur in Las Vegas nearly 30 years ago.
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2 days ago in Features
At 91, Dale ‘Grey Beard’ Sanders reclaims record as oldest hiker to complete the Appalachian Trail
Dale Sanders, whose trail name is Grey Beard, first set the Appalachian Trail record in 2017 at age 82. Four years later, his 83-year-old friend M.J. Eberhart, aka Nimblewill Nomad, took the title. But within months, Sanders announced his plan for a comeback.
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1 week ago in Lifestyle, Trending
How to reset your child’s sleep schedule for back-to-school season
After a summer of vacations and late nights, it's time to set those back-to-school alarms. A good night's sleep helps students stay focused and attentive in class. Experts say it's worth easing kids back into a routine with the start of a new school year.
1 week ago in Lifestyle
3-year college degrees grow more popular in the US, saving time and cash. But critics aren’t sold
Condensed college programs have exploded in popularity. As of this spring, 26 U.S. states have a college that offers at least one reduced-credit, three-year bachelor's, according to the nonprofit research group RAND. Advocates say these programs are a solution to the college affordability crisis and a godsend for non-traditional students.
2 weeks ago in Lifestyle
Fall books: Fiction takes the spotlight in bookstores during the midterm season
Midterm election news will fill the headlines this fall, but, among book buyers, fiction will likely have top billing.
2 weeks ago in Lifestyle
The best fabric for extreme heat? It’s more complicated than you think
When it's really hot out, getting dressed seems pretty simple: Wear something light, loose and made for summer. But textile researchers say it's actually a little more complicated than that.
3 weeks ago in Lifestyle, Trending
Winning ticket for $1 billion Powerball jackpot was sold in Illinois
A Powerball ticket sold at a gas station in western Illinois was the sole winner of the $1 billion jackpot, ending a three-month drought without a top-prize victor.
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7 hours ago in Crime & Safety, Local
Suspect dead after self-inflicted gunshot at Westwood Hills Elementary School
On Wednesday, a 19-year-old forced entry into the elementary school where he shot himself.
8 hours ago in Crime & Safety, Local
Augusta County Sheriff’s Office investigating shooting at Orchard Hill Shopping Center in Staunton
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EMU names Chris Madison new head softball coach
EMU Director of Athletics Carrie S. Bert has announced the hiring of Chris Madison as the Royals Head Softball Coach.
JMU Women’s Basketball releases non-conference schedule for upcoming season
James Madison women's basketball released its 2026-27 non-conference schedule, featuring four teams from last year's NCAA Women's Basketball Championship, as announced by Head Coach Sean O'Regan on Wednesday morning.
11 hours ago in Entertainment, Local
Regal expands Dolly Parton benefit screenings to 17 Virginia theatres
100% of the proceeds will go to The Dollywood Foundation, home of Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library.
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7 hours ago in Entertainment
Meet the 2026 ‘Dancing With the Stars’ cast
The newest cast competing for the Mirrorball Trophy on "Dancing With the Stars" was unveiled Wednesday, featuring the usual complement of entertainers, reality stars and athletes ranging from gold medalists to a Savannah Bananas player.
14 hours ago in Entertainment
Ariana Grande steps out of the spotlight with gratitude at tour closing
Ariana Grande's final words, before she stepped offstage and out of the spotlight, were for her fans. Addressing the crowd during her last concert in London Tuesday before she takes a break from the public eye, the singer was full of emotion and gratitude.
2 days ago in Entertainment
Amid backlash, museum cancels planned Met Gala exhibit on fashion designer John Galliano
The Metropolitan Museum of Art is canceling its planned exhibit honoring British designer John Galliano — plans that had led to bitter backlash from the Jewish community and beyond because of the designer's past antisemitic and racist statements.
2 days ago in Entertainment, Trending
Jury convicts a man of first-degree murder for the 1996 killing of rap icon Tupac Shakur
A jury found Duane "Keffe D" Davis guilty of orchestrating the 1996 killing of rap icon Tupac Shakur, finally bringing a measure of resolution to a case that had gripped hip-hop fans and lingered in the public imagination for decades.







