Weather
VDOT Shifts Focus to Repairs After Snow and Ice Cleanup
Crews now assessing damage and addressing impacts from recent winter storm
Charlottesville Food Pantries Reopen After Snow Storm Closures
Loaves and Fishes Pantry and Blue Ridge Area Food Bank work to restock and resume services following record-breaking distribution ahead of winter weather.
VDOT Crews Continue Efforts to Clear Roads Amid Persistent Freezing Temperatures
Crews focus on secondary roads and neighborhoods, but warn of icy conditions persisting on many routes
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Crime
Shooting Reported on Berkmar Drive in Charlottesville
One gunshot victim self-transported to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries
Virginia WR Jahmal Edrine Removed from Roster After Rape, Abduction Charges
Edrine, 22, was arrested and charged with rape and abduction following a five-month investigation by the Albemarle County Police Department.
Crash Shuts Down Rio Road in 'Gasoline Alley'
Road closure reported after early morning incident involving multiple vehicles.
Lifestyle
Albemarle Supervisors Consider Rezoning for Habitat Duplex
Habitat for Humanity seeks to build affordable housing units just outside Crozet
Woman, 48, Opens Up About Her Facelift Journey
Embracing a surgical refresh to restore self-confidence
Charlottesville Considers Honorary Street Name for Late Mel's Cafe Owner
City Council to discuss honoring Mel Walker, whose impact extended beyond his cafe.
Entertainment
Green Day's Anti-Trump Protests Through the Years
The band has a long history of criticizing the former U.S. president through lyrics, interviews, and live performances.
Indie Short Film Festival returns to Charlottesville in March
The annual event features 115 films, screenwriting competitions, panels, and more over a three-day weekend.
Weekly Concert & Event Calendar: Feb 2–8, 2026
From cinematic short films to indie-folk brilliance, there's plenty to explore in Charlottesville this week.
Politics
Paul Weiss Chairman Brad Karp Resigns Amid Epstein Revelations
Karp's ties to Trump and Epstein led to his downfall as head of the prominent law firm.
Jackson Appoints New Police Chief After Nationwide Search
Dr. RaShall M. Brackney, a veteran law enforcement leader, will take over the Jackson Police Department if confirmed by the City Council.
Charlottesville Allocates $469,000 to Homeless Services
City Council unanimously approves funding to address gaps in local homeless programs.
