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In the dark

Since being accused of extortion on October 2, “I Love Cville Show” host Jerry Miller has been dodging reporters and commenters alike.   The extortion allegations first came to light […]

Catie Ratliff | October 11, 2023

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Safety in numbers

After a University of Virginia student escaped an attempted abduction on October 4, law enforcement officials, community members, and students are reevaluating safety on and around Grounds.   Charlottesville Police […]

Catie Ratliff | October 11, 2023

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No curfew

Tents popped up in Market Street Park last week after City Manager Sam Sanders lifted an 11pm curfew, a move he made in response to allegations of police misconduct and […]

Catie Ratliff | October 4, 2023

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Zoning in

After hearing feedback from supporters and opponents at its September 14 public hearing, the Charlottesville Planning Commission held a September 19 work session to consider the draft zoning ordinance. The […]

Catie Ratliff | September 27, 2023

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Plan of attack

After years of effort, the Charlottesville Planning Commission finally entered the formal review process for the draft zoning ordinance. Though the city has emphasized community involvement throughout the project, the […]

Catie Ratliff | September 20, 2023

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Following suit

On September 12, Albemarle County Public Schools representatives were in court to defend against allegations its anti-racism policies are discriminatory.   Previously dismissed with prejudice in April 2022, the case, […]

Catie Ratliff | September 20, 2023

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Community building

After getting a recommendation from the Planning Commission, Woodard Properties’ proposed Cherry Avenue development went before the Charlottesville City Council on September 5. The proposal includes affordable housing, space for […]

Catie Ratliff | September 13, 2023

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Toward a brighter world

When Neal Piper’s 3-year-old son Noah was diagnosed with a rare brain tumor in 2019, the family’s world shrunk. “Shortly after his birthday … he started choking on his saliva […]

Catie Ratliff | September 13, 2023

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Get schooled

Election day is still a couple months away, but one of the most talked-about races is in Albemarle County, where voters will decide between Allison Spillman and Meg Bryce in […]

Catie Ratliff | September 6, 2023

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Powering down

With the start of the school year, Charlottesville City middle and high school students are adjusting not only to new classes, but to a new cell phone policy too. Students […]

Catie Ratliff | August 30, 2023