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3 days ago in National

A violent tornado tears through Oklahoma town, damaging 40 homes but sparing lives

Raeann Hunt scrambled to her cellar as a tornado bore down on her Oklahoma community. "It is headed right for us," she recalled thinking, as she peeked outside, unable to contain her curiosity.

3 days ago in National

US soldier charged with using classified intel to win $400K Polymarket bet on Maduro raid

A U.S. special forces soldier involved in the military operation to capture Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has been charged with using classified information about the mission to win more than $400,000 in an online betting market, federal officials announced Thursday.

4 days ago in National, Trending

Trump reclassifies state-licensed medical marijuana as a less-dangerous drug in a historic shift

President Donald Trump's acting attorney general on Thursday signed an order reclassifying state-licensed medical marijuana as a less-dangerous drug, a major policy shift long sought by advocates who said cannabis should never have been treated like heroin by the federal government.

5 days ago in National

Rep. David Scott, a Georgia Democrat seeking his 13th term in Congress, dies at age 80

U.S. Rep. David Scott, a Georgia Democrat and the first Black chairman of the House Agriculture Committee, has died. He was 80.

5 days ago in National

Inside the Kennedy Center as it prepares for a 2-year renovation

Away from the political controversy that has consumed the iconic performing arts venue for the better part of President Donald Trump's second term, Matt Floca, the Kennedy Center's new executive director and chief operating officer, guided a group of journalists through the building Wednesday.

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Lifestyle

6 days ago in Lifestyle

What to know about psychedelic retreats, a booming business with few safety guardrails

Surging interest in the purported benefits of psychedelic drugs has given rise to books, documentaries and conferences dedicated to the mind-altering substances. Now add one more business to the list: psychedelic retreats.

7 days ago in Lifestyle

To make hosting less stressful, strive for connection and not perfection

Inviting friends and family members over for a celebration, holiday or routine dinner provides an opportunity for connection, but pressure to serve good-tasting food in a clean and welcoming environment can deter many people from hosting or prevent them from being fully present with their guests when they do.

2 weeks ago in Music, Lifestyle

It’s music festival season. How to stay safe and healthy while enjoying the show

Music festival season has arrived: a time to gather outside with friends, listening to tunes, dancing, and maybe even getting the chance to rub shoulders with musicians you love.

3 weeks ago in Lifestyle

Travelers face higher costs and fewer flight options as jet fuel prices swing

A new reality is setting in for travelers worldwide: rising fees, fewer flight options and difficult decisions about whether a trip is worth the cost.

3 weeks ago in Lifestyle

Can a single therapy session make a difference? Experts say yes, with the right mindset

Experts say an increasing number of people who, at least for now, have decided to forgo the weeks, months or even years that traditional therapy implies in favor of a more targeted approach.

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11 hours ago in Local, Sports

JMU Softball defeats Georgia State, 6-3, to complete series sweep

Duke softball players celebrate in the dugout, one wearing catcher gear and two teammates high-fiving and smiling in purple and white uniforms.

James Madison softball completed a weekend sweep of Georgia State with a 6-3 victory on Sunday afternoon at Veterans Memorial Park.

11 hours ago in Local, Sports

James Madison Baseball wins series at ULM with 10-2 victory Sunday

Male baseball pitcher in a white and purple JMU uniform delivering a pitch on the mound, left leg extended forward and glove raised.

James Madison freshman Tyler Lutz tossed his first quality start of the season and the Dukes used key hitting to push past ULM, 10-2, on Sunday afternoon to take the Sun Belt Conference baseball series at Lou St. Amant Field.

14 hours ago in Local, Sports

JMU players sign with the NFL

Former safety Jacob Thomas has signed with the Minnesota Vikings, wide receiver Nick DeGennaro inked a deal with the New England Patriots, and cornerback Elijah Culp agreed to terms with the Arizona Cardinals, the players confirmed to JMU.

1 day ago in Local, Sports

James Madison Baseball drops game two of series at ULM, 6-4

Baseball batter in a white uniform swinging at a pitch as the ball approaches, with the catcher in gray and black squatting behind him on the dirt field.

A fielding error to begin the sixth inning allowed ULM to score three unearned runs, winning Saturday's game 6-4 against James Madison baseball at Lou St. Amant Field.

1 day ago in Local, Sports

JMU Lacrosse rolls past Old Dominion, 19-7, for fifth straight win

Group of female lacrosse players in white uniforms walk together on a sunlit field, high-fiving and carrying their sticks in celebration.

Three different Dukes tallied hat tricks as James Madison lacrosse took down Old Dominion, 19-7, in American Conference play on Saturday afternoon.

1 day ago in Sports

EMU Softball drops final two games of the season at Guilford

Softball players in pinstripe uniforms on a diamond; one pitcher throws a ball with glove ready, others watch behind a chain-link fence.

EMU Softball drops final two games of the season at Guilford

2 days ago in Local, Sports

JMU Softball sweeps doubleheader from Georgia State on Friday

Female softball player in a white pinstriped uniform with purple accents runs on the infield at night, helmeted and focused.

James Madison softball swept a doubleheader with Georgia State to win its final home series of the season, winning game one 4-3 before taking game two 9-6 on Friday afternoon at Veterans Memorial Park.

2 days ago in Local, Sports

James Madison Baseball ends skid with 11-3 win at ULM

Baseball player in white pinstripe uniform with purple accents, helmet on, mid-swing with bat during a game.

James Madison baseball came away with six runs in the fourth inning to take the opening game of its series at ULM, 11-3, on Friday afternoon at Lou St. Amant Field in Sun Belt Conference play.

3 days ago in Sports

Area High School Scoreboard – Thursday, 4/23

East Rockingham Harrisonburg High School Baseball Game

Area High School Scoreboard - Thursday, 4/23

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7 hours ago in Local

Traffic delays for the week of April 27, 2026

Traffic delays for the week of April 27, 2026.

11 hours ago in Local, Sports

JMU Softball defeats Georgia State, 6-3, to complete series sweep

Duke softball players celebrate in the dugout, one wearing catcher gear and two teammates high-fiving and smiling in purple and white uniforms.

James Madison softball completed a weekend sweep of Georgia State with a 6-3 victory on Sunday afternoon at Veterans Memorial Park.

11 hours ago in Local, Sports

James Madison Baseball wins series at ULM with 10-2 victory Sunday

Male baseball pitcher in a white and purple JMU uniform delivering a pitch on the mound, left leg extended forward and glove raised.

James Madison freshman Tyler Lutz tossed his first quality start of the season and the Dukes used key hitting to push past ULM, 10-2, on Sunday afternoon to take the Sun Belt Conference baseball series at Lou St. Amant Field.

14 hours ago in Local, Sports

JMU players sign with the NFL

Former safety Jacob Thomas has signed with the Minnesota Vikings, wide receiver Nick DeGennaro inked a deal with the New England Patriots, and cornerback Elijah Culp agreed to terms with the Arizona Cardinals, the players confirmed to JMU.