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Charlottesville Today
By the People, for the People
Charlottesville High School students protest prompts police alert
Community warned of potential traffic issues due to student demonstration
Published on Feb. 13, 2026
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The Charlottesville Police Department issued a community alert on Monday regarding a demonstration by students at Charlottesville High School, warning residents to be aware of possible traffic implications. Several comments posted in response to the alert were reported as threatening, according to the CPD.
Why it matters
Student protests and demonstrations can often lead to disruptions in the local community, requiring coordination between law enforcement, school officials, and residents to ensure public safety. The Charlottesville area has seen its share of civil unrest in recent years, making the police response and community reaction to this latest student protest noteworthy.
The details
The CPD posted the community alert on Monday, advising residents to be aware of potential traffic issues due to the student demonstration at Charlottesville High School. Several comments made in response to the alert were then reported to the police as threatening in nature, though the specific details of those comments were not disclosed.
- The CPD posted the community alert on Monday, February 13, 2026.
The players
Charlottesville Police Department
The local law enforcement agency responsible for public safety in Charlottesville, Virginia.
Charlottesville High School
A public high school located in Charlottesville, Virginia.
The takeaway
This incident highlights the ongoing challenges communities face in balancing the right to peaceful protest with maintaining public order and safety. It will be important for Charlottesville officials to work closely with student leaders to ensure future demonstrations are conducted in a lawful and constructive manner.
