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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.
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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.
2 hours ago in Sports, Trending
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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3 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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4 hours ago in Crime & Safety, Local
Two Virginia State Police troopers injured in crash on I-81 in Rockingham County
The crash occurred on April 14, 2026, at approximately 1:29 PM Interstate 81 near the 262-mile marker.
Red Flag Warning issued until 7pm tonight
Outdoor burning is not recommended, as fires will catch and spread quickly.
5 hours ago in Crime & Safety, Local
Former Virginia lieutenant governor, wife dead in murder-suicide
Virginia’s former Lieutenant Governor Justin Fairfax fatally shot his wife before killing himself early Thursday, police said.
5 hours ago in Agriculture, Community, Local
Harrisonburg High team wins local envirothon, advances to regional competition
Hosted by the Shenandoah Valley Soil & Water Conservation District, the event challenged high school teams in a hands-on outdoor competition focused on natural resources, ecology and sustainability.
8 hours ago in Crime & Safety, Local
Waynesboro man arrested following shooting Saturday night
A dispute over the weekend in Waynesboro turned violent and resulted in one person being hospitalized and another in jail.
9 hours ago in Crime & Safety, Local
Stolen vehicle recovered after crash near JMU
A 26-year-old was arrested and charged after crashing a stolen vehicle on Wednesday.
