Police in Germany launch investigation after robot allegedly groped teen girl
German authorities opened an investigation into possible sexual harassment after a robot controlled by two young men groped a 16-year-old girl.
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The first new sunscreen type in 25 years has arrived on US store shelves
A sunscreen ingredient used in Europe for years is now available in the U.S., offering broad protection against UVA and UVB rays with less white streaking.
These are the top trending Halloween costumes of 2026
Google ranked the top trending Halloween costumes of the season, with horror taking over the top spots.
New poll: In Virginia’s 2nd District, Luria leads Kiggans by 3 points
Democrat Elaine Luria holds a narrow lead over Republican U.S. Rep. Jen Kiggans in Virginia’s closely watched 2nd Congressional District, according to a Christopher Newport University poll released Wednesday, but the three-point difference falls within the survey’s +/- 4 margin of error. Luria received 46% support…
Could AI make our jobs easier but less meaningful? | The Ethical Life podcast
🎧 Automation promises greater productivity, yet workers risk losing the relationships, experience and sense of purpose that give their careers value.
Baltik's Bagel Church Hill
will be located at 2022 Jefferson Ave.
Woman arrested in connection with deadly structure fire on Rochelle Drive in Elizabeth City, police say
Rebecca Ann Thomas, 50, was arrested in connection with a June structure fire in Elizabeth City that left one man dead.
Maymont names new president and CEO
Maymont has named Jill M. Barry as its next president and CEO.
Wide receiver Noah Grevious fulfilling childhood dream with JMU football
Noah Grevious once painted his face purple and gold in the stands at JMU. Now he's catching touchdowns for the Dukes.
4-year-old dies after drowning in pool at a Chesapeake home
A child was transported to the hospital on Oct. 9 with life-threatening injuries, where they later died.
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Christopher Newport University survey shows Elaine Luria with 3-point lead over Jen Kiggans in Virginia’s 2nd District
A new CNU survey released Wednesday, shows Democrat Elaine Luria leading incumbent Republican Rep. Jen Kiggans in Virginia’s 2nd Congressional District.
Wingstop and Sour Patch Kids have teamed up to create a new flavor creation: Sour Patch Kids Wicked Punch.
Halloween has a way of bringing unlikely duos together, and this year, Wingstop and the Sour Patch Kids candy may be the most unexpected yet.
Man dead after Richmond shooting, person of interest in custody
A man is dead and a person of interest is in custody after a shooting in Richmond's Church Hill Wednesday morning.
Disney reveals new cruise ship that will sail from Tokyo in 2029
The Disney Imagination will carry about 4,000 passengers on two- to three-night cruises from Tokyo starting in spring 2029.
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Lola's Farmhouse Bistro in Goochland to close after 10 years
Lola's Farmhouse Bistro in Manakin-Sabot will close its doors later this month after 10 years, the restaurant announced on Wednesday.
Daily Dose | Eating to lower breast cancer risk, easing arthritis pain and why sleep gets harder with age
Here are the top health headlines for Wednesday, Oct. 14.
WATCH: Law enforcement hold press conference about officer-involved shooting
The Chesterfield County Police Department is hosting a press conference regarding a deadly officer-involved shooting that occurred along Woodpecker Road Wednesday morning.
Henrico to host rabies vaccination clinic this weekend
The Henrico County Police Division will hold a rabies vaccination clinic for dogs and cats this weekend.
Mechanicsville family tries to break Guinness World Record with 1,500 squirt guns
A Mechanicsville family is trying to break a Guinness World Record, and they're making a splash!
Hanover County launches 'I Voted' sticker design contest
Hanover County has launched an "I Voted" sticker design contest, with winning designs set to become official stickers for the 2027 elections.
Areas of Village Square Parkway to close due to pipe replacement project
Portions of Village Square Parkway in Chesterfield County will be closed due to a pipe replacement project next week.
Richmond Tree Week 2026 to return with tree-hugging contest, tree giveaways
An annual event series celebrating Richmond's urban forests and all things trees will return next month.
Warner seeks a final term as Mizusawa makes his case for change
U.S. Sen. Mark Warner says he wants one final term to help undo the damage he believes President Donald Trump has caused. His Republican challenger, Bert Mizusawa, argues Virginia would be better served with a senator Trump will actually listen to. The two candidates made their cases in two separate phone interviews…
Chesapeake Bay gets a C+ in overall health, Va. and Md. leaders say work to protect it must continue
The Chesapeake Bay earned a C+ on the annual report card that calculates improvements or losses in key indicators of health and conditions in the estuary and surrounding areas. This is the highest the Bay has ever scored since the record-keeping began in 2006. At the announcement in Woodbridge on Tuesday, Virginia…
Loudoun superintendent pushes back after Va. delegate slams LGBTQ+ history acknowledgment
Loudoun County Schools Superintendent Aaron Spence defended his school board’s recent LGBTQ+ History Month proclamation, after Republican Del. Tim Griffin, R-Bedford, called the board’s decision “despicable” on social media and suggested the school system influences students’ sexual identities. Spence joined the…
Should a Virginia jail be exempt from state standards just because it contracts with ICE?
Harsh practices used by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) continue to make news across the country, with detainees including U.S. citizens describing agents kneeling on their necks, holding them in isolation and more. Records show that the majority of detainees have no criminal convictions and a PBS…
Virginia seeing big increases in early voting numbers and more state headlines
• “Virginia seeing big increases in early voting numbers. What does that mean?” — WUSA 9 • “Southwest and Southside health organizations get nearly $4 million in federal grants to boost technology and cybersecurity.” — Cardinal News • “Fauquier Board of Supervisors moves to restrict data center development.” —…
Virginia AG launches voter protection unit ahead of midterm elections
Virginia Attorney General Jay Jones on Tuesday announced a new Voter Protection Section, creating a team of dedicated lawyers to investigate voting rights violations and enforce state election laws three weeks before the Nov. 3 midterm elections. The section will investigate improper voter registration cancellations…
Subramanyam questions Loudoun transmission line route process, offers new paths for SCC to consider
The debate over the final path for Dominion Energy’s controversial high-voltage transmission line project in Loudoun County continues, with U.S. Rep. Suhas Subramanyam, D-Loudoun, now urging the State Corporation Commission to consider three new routes that avoid cutting through residents’ yards and encroaching on two…