What’s happening in Charlottesville-Albemarle the week of January 13?
Each week, the news team takes a look at upcoming meetings and events in Charlottesville and Albemarle we think you should know about. Consider it a look into our datebook, […]
Evidence of racial tension, calls for communication in wake of Mall beating
A week after Charlottesville police admitted they’d mishandled an investigation into a pre-Christmas Downtown Mall assault that brought national attention of the wrong sort, details of what sparked the incident […]
What’s happening in Charlottesville-Albemarle the week of January 6?
Each week, the news team takes a look at upcoming meetings and events in Charlottesville and Albemarle we think you should know about. Consider it a look into our datebook, […]
New blood, same mission: Legal Aid Justice Center changes leadership, eyes immigration issue
Charlottesville’s Legal Aid Justice Center is getting new leadership at the top for the first time in 20 years as Executive Director Alex Gulotta leaves to take a post as […]
Coming soon… Our news section looks ahead to the big stories of 2014
Charlottesville still has some qualities of a small town—gossip travels fast, you can’t go anywhere without running into someone you know… But anyone paying attention to local news also knows […]
Knockout: Victims of brutal Downtown Mall assault want arrests, and answers from police
A couple’s late night stroll on the Christmas-lit Downtown Mall turned to terror in the early morning hours of Friday, December 20, when they were brutally assaulted by three men […]
Progressive populist: Former Mayor Dave Norris reflects on the Charlottesville’s past and future
After eight years of twice-a-month Monday night meetings, and countless hours corresponding with constituents, city brass, and media, former Charlottesville City Councilor and Mayor Dave Norris is stepping out of […]
Court Squared: Legal community weighs in as Assembly fills circuit court bench
Ever wonder how somebody becomes a judge? As the powers-that-be gear up to find a replacement for retiring 16th Judicial Circuit Judge Edward L. Hogshire, we’ve got a chance to […]
Odd Dominion: A surprise legislative retirement opens up a battlefield
Well, it looks like Virginia’s status as the most schizophrenic political state in the nation continues apace. With Republican Mark Obenshain finally conceding the Attorney General’s race to Mark Herring, […]
The next food fight: Local church focuses on education instead of can drive
Canned ravioli, instant cups of soup, and microwaveable chicken dinners are a fixture in the kitchens of people who can’t afford to buy food. They’re free from food banks and […]