‘Worst nightmare': Spotsylvania mother charged after baby forgotten in hot car dies
The mother was charged with child abuse and child endangerment after the tragedy on Lafayette Boulevard.
May 21, 2026Open source
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Missing Virginia teen may be with convicted felon, police say
FREDERICKSBURG, Va. - Police in Fredericksburg are searching for a missing 17-year-old girl who they say may be traveling with a convicted felon who's p...
May 22, 2026Open source
Virginia infant dies after left in vehicle by mother during extreme heat, officials say
A 2‑month‑old died Wednesday after authorities say the infant was left inside a hot vehicle during extreme heat while the mother was at work in Frederick...
May 21, 2026Open source
Is King George court case a bellwether for data center fight?
King George County was first in line for billions of investment by Amazon Web Services in data centers under a deal with Virginia three years ago that promis...
May 3, 2026Open source
Fredericksburg police chief makes history as first woman to head department
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Apr 30, 2026Open source
Woman stabbed to death at Fairfax County bus stop appears to be random attack victim
Stephanie Minter, of Fredericksburg, was the victim, police said. Abdul Jalloh, who was seen on a bus with her, was charged.
May 18, 2026Open source
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Reno moratorium freezes new data center permits, slowing expansion within city limits
KRXI2 NBC Reno covers news, sports, weather and traffic for the Reno, Nevada area including Sparks, Carson City, Virginia City, Silver City, Stagecoach, Silv...
May 16, 2026Open source
Medical Monday by Bon Secours
Sponsored - The following content is created on behalf of Bon Secours Richmond and does not reflect the opinions of Gray Media or its editorial staff. To lea...
May 16, 2026Open source
Dominion Energy Riverrock kicks off in Richmond
The first day kicked off with the Ultimate Air Dog competition, a fan favorite event.
May 16, 2026Open source
Virginia Tech softball shuts out South Alabama in NCAA regional
Kylie Aldridge belted a grand slam, while Bree Carrico and Avery Layton combined on the shutout.
May 16, 2026Open source
U.S. Supreme Court denies stay of state redistricting ruling
The U.S. Supreme Court has rejected an attempt by Virginia Democratic leaders to revive a constitutional amendment on redistricting that the Virginia Supreme...
May 15, 2026Open source
Lawsuit seeks to halt Trump's $13m makeover of Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool
The no-bid contract went to a firm company, which critics say bypassed a rule for competing offers.
May 12, 2026Open source
Man charged in connection with Collegiate graduate Whitney Robeson's death
An Alabama father has been charged with manslaughter in the March shooting death of a 22-year-old Richmond woman who was dating his son.
May 12, 2026Open source
New Richmond budget will raise your gas and water bills. Mayor Avula explains why.
The Richmond budget includes funding for affordable housing, public safety, improved infrastructure, and record school funding at $257 million, about $8 mill...
May 12, 2026Open source
Search team finds body of US soldier from Richmond who went missing in Morocco
1st Lt. Kendrick Lamont Key Jr., 27, of Richmond, was one of two U.S. soldiers who went missing on May 2 near the Cap Draa Training Area, the Army said
May 12, 2026Open source
Friends, family raise funds to bring remains of Virginia man home after fatal Big Island crash
Money raised will go toward helping the victim's parents travel to the Big Island to bring their son and his belongings back to Virginia.
May 12, 2026Open source
First Alert Forecast: Sunny and pleasant Tuesday
RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT) - Sunny and pleasant today with low humidity and light winds.
May 12, 2026Open source
Virginia Organizing, Waynesboro teachers voice concern over proposed changes to division funding formula
Each year for the last two decades, the Waynesboro Public Schools division has received 42.5% of the City’s discretionary income.
May 12, 2026Open source
Va. wrestling coach arrested after sending child sexually explicit messages online
A Rochelle, Virginia man has been arrested after an investigation by the Shenandoah County Sheriff’s Office into sexually explicit messages sent to a child.
May 12, 2026Open source
HRHA requests proposals for new management at Court Square Theater
The Harrisonburg Redevelopment and Housing Authority is now seeking outside management proposals as part of a long-term plan to strengthen Court Square Theat...
May 11, 2026Open source
Over 80% of Virginia experiencing severe drought conditions
A farm in King William County in April 2020. (Photo by Sarah Vogelsong /Virginia Mercury)
May 11, 2026Open source
BYU men's lacrosse captures 6th MCLA national title, tied for most in club history
Gavin Taylor totaled eight goals, and the Cougars pulled away from Virginia Tech 16-13 to capture a second MCLA national title in three years Saturday at Riv...
May 10, 2026Open source
Woman shot in chest in Richmond neighborhood, Crime Insider sources tell Jon Burkett
A woman was shot in the chest on Dinwiddie Avenue in South Richmond early Saturday and rushed to VCU Medical Center with life-threatening injuries.
May 10, 2026Open source
VDH investigating confirmed measles case, possible unreported cases in Buckingham County
The Virginia Department of Health announced they are investigating a confirmed measles case and likely exposures in Buckingham County.
May 9, 2026Open source
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Spotsylvania is in Spotsylvania County, Virginia.
Region: Central Virginia
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22551, 22553
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Georgia Rep. Andrew Clyde’s vile attack on Va. state senator crossed a line
Virginia's lieutenant govenor, a former Georgia resident, criticizes a Peach State congressman for his anti-Muslim criticism of a state senator over a firear...
May 24, 2026Open source
Missing Virginia teen may be with convicted felon, police say
FREDERICKSBURG, Va. - Police in Fredericksburg are searching for a missing 17-year-old girl who they say may be traveling with a convicted felon who's p...
May 22, 2026Open source
Judge dismisses charges against ex-administrator accused after student shot teacher
A Virginia judge on Thursday dismissed all charges against a former school administrator accused of ignoring repeated warnings that a 6-year-old had a gun ho...
May 21, 2026Open source
Virginia infant dies after left in vehicle by mother during extreme heat, officials say
A 2‑month‑old died Wednesday after authorities say the infant was left inside a hot vehicle during extreme heat while the mother was at work in Frederick...
May 21, 2026Open source
Suspect arrested 40 years after 22-year-old woman was found murdered in Virginia Beach
Roberta Walls' body was found in a field in Virginia Beach in 1986. This week, police arrested a suspect in her murder. Here's how they did it.
May 21, 2026Open source
Ex-Virginia Gov. Robb, Wife Risked Themselves to Save Each Other From Fire, Daughters Say
The daughters of former Virginia Gov. and U.S. Sen. Charles Robb and his wife, Lynda, say the husband and wife each tried to help the other as the fire consu...
May 20, 2026Open source
Lawmakers, advocates express frustration over some of Gov. Spanberger's vetoes
Virginia’s Governor is taking heat from within her own party for shooting down several top Democratic priorities.
May 20, 2026Open source
Missing West Virginia teen found dead, homicide investigation underway
Authorities in Kanawha County, West Virginia, have confirmed that human remains discovered at a property in Big Chimney belong to 16-year-old Shayln Shantel...
May 20, 2026Open source
Spanberger moves to limit federal immigration enforcement on state property
Governor Abigail Spanberger signed House Bill 1482, Senate Bill 352, and Executive Order 16 in response to what her office calls increased and aggressive fed...
May 20, 2026Open source
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