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Weather-related crashes across Virginia hurt at least six, snarl traffic
6+ hour, 2+ min ago (140+ words) RICHMOND, Va. (WDBJ) - This weekend's winter storm is impacting the Commonwealth, according to Virginia State Police. Police say, "Drivers should stay off the roads now through the day Sunday and into Monday morning. If you are on the roads, give…...
Virginia Tech students take steps towards future in Fall graduation ceremony
1+ mon, 5+ day ago (344+ words) BLACKSBURG, Va. (WDBJ) - Pride and excitement filled Virginia Tech's campus on Friday as over 1,600 undergraduate students walked the stage in the Fall graduation ceremony. "Walking across the stage was fast, bittersweet," said Nate Estrada, a graduating student. "But I feel…...
Potential measles exposure discovered in Central and Southwest Virginia regions
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (191+ words) RUSTBURG, Va. (WDBJ/VDH Release) - The Virginia Department of Health has been notified of a confirmed measles case in a person who visited the Central and Southwest Regions of Virginia while infectious, according to VDH. The confirmed case is a…...
Virginia sees 81,000 winners; One ticket nets $1 million as powerball jackpot hits $1.1B
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (132+ words) RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT) - Several Virginia ticket holders scored prizes Saturday night, including one who won $1 million. That ticket matched the first five numbers but missed the Powerball. The winning ... RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT) - Several Virginia ticket holders scored prizes Saturday night,…...
Virginia Sports Hall of Fame announces Class of 2026
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (651+ words) HENRICO, Va. (WWBT) - The Virginia Sports Hall of Fame announced its Class of 2026 on Wednesday. This year's group of athletes, coaches, administrators, and contributors whose influence spans ... HENRICO, Va. (WWBT) - The Virginia Sports Hall of Fame announced its Class of…...
Virginia’s first school performance framework highlights local districts’ strengths and struggles
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (527+ words) ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - This week the Virginia Department of Education released its first School Performance and Support Framework. This new accreditation method started last year in a hope to give more transparency. But there was some pushback - with some education…...
I-95 in Richmond closed following three crashes involving 10 vehicles
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (112+ words) RICHMOND, Va. (WDBJ) - Interstate 95 south is closed for an extended period of time after three crashes involving 10 vehicles, according to Virginia State Police. Troopers responded at 9:15 a.m. to reports of three multi-vehicle crashes near Exit 74C/Broad St. Friday, December 5, 2025. One car…...
Virginia Tech finalizes contract for new head football coach
2+ mon, 3+ day ago (104+ words) BLACKSBURG, Va. (WDBJ) - Virginia Tech has finalized a contract for new head football coach James Franklin. The contract outlines a five-plus year agreement valued at a total of $41,750,000 in ... BLACKSBURG, Va. (WDBJ) - Virginia Tech has finalized a contract for new…...
Virginia secures federal approval for plan to provide universal internet access
2+ mon, 5+ day ago (266+ words) RICHMOND, Va. (WVIR) - Virginia has received final federal approval for its plan to bring broadband internet to every home and business in the Commonwealth, Governor Glenn Youngkin announced Tuesday. The National Telecommunications and Information Agency (NTIA) signed off on Virginia's…...
Richmond health group warns of ‘trickle down effect’ as ACA tax credits face expiration
3+ mon, 1+ week ago (382+ words) RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT) - As the government shutdown drags on, a battle over healthcare funding continues. Democrats are pushing for a permanent extension of the Affordable Care Act tax credit extensions, which lower or eliminate insurance premiums for millions of Americans....