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Inflation measure falls to nearly five-year low as gas prices fall and housing costs cool

A key measure of inflation fell to nearly a five-year low last month as apartment rental price growth slowed and gas prices fell, offering some relief to Americans grappling with the sharp cost increases of the past five years.

2 days ago in National

Federal authorities announce an end to the immigration crackdown in Minnesota

The immigration crackdown in Minnesota that led to mass detentions, protests and two deaths is coming to an end, border czar Tom Homan said Thursday.

3 days ago in National

Alex Murdaugh continues to insist he didn’t kill wife and son as he gets another day in court

Alex Murdaugh has admitted he is a thief, a liar, an insurance cheat, a drug addict and a bad lawyer. But even from behind bars he continues to adamantly deny he is a killer.

3 days ago in National

Trump administration says El Paso airspace closure was tied to Mexican cartel drones

The Federal Aviation Administration reopened the airspace around El Paso International Airport in Texas on Wednesday morning, just hours after it announced a 10-day closure that would have grounded all flights to and from the airport.

3 days ago in National

Attorney General Bondi will face questions from Congress on Epstein and investigation of lawmakers

Attorney General Pam Bondi will face questions from lawmakers Wednesday over the Justice Department's handling of files related to Jeffrey Epstein that have exposed sensitive private information about victims despite redaction efforts.

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Lifestyle

4 days ago in Lifestyle

What to know about student loan repayment plans and collections

It's been a confusing time for people with student loans. Collections restarted, then were put on hold. At the same time, borrowers had to stay on top of changes to key forgiveness plans.

4 days ago in Lifestyle

Why some women choose Galentines over Valentines. And how they might celebrate

Galentine's Day became a pop culture phenomenon with a 2010 episode of the TV comedy "Parks and Recreation" that celebrated female friendships around Valentine's Day. Amy Poehler's character, Leslie Knope, gathered her gal pals on Feb. 13.

1 week ago in Lifestyle

Renters use ‘rent now, pay later’ services to manage monthly payments, but fees raise concerns

Rent can eat up an entire paycheck at the start of the month, so a growing number of renters are turning to a financial product that promises relief by letting them split the bill — for a price.

1 week ago in Lifestyle

Backyard vegetable gardens are healthy for people and the planet. Here’s how to start yours

If you want healthy food, experts say to eat what's local, organic and in-season. Those foods benefit the planet too, because they are less taxing on the soil and they don't travel as far. It doesn't get more local, organic and in-season than a backyard vegetable garden.

2 weeks ago in Lifestyle, Trending

With caviar McNuggets and heart-shaped pizza, fast food chains hope to win Valentine’s diners

It's a tale as old as time, or at least as old as TikTok: chicken nuggets lovingly topped with a dab of caviar. McDonald's is embracing the trend this Valentine's Day with a limited-time McNugget Caviar kit. The free kit, which will be available on McNuggetCaviar.com on Feb. 10, pairs a one-ounce tin of Paramount's Siberian sturgeon caviar with a $25 McDonald's gift card to buy McNuggets.

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17 hours ago in Local, Sports

James Madison Baseball comes up short in season opener at No. 16 Florida State

James Madison baseball was within a run of No. 16 Florida State entering the eighth inning before the Seminoles brought three runs across in the inning, leading to a 5-1 final score at Dick Howser Stadium on Friday night.

17 hours ago in Local, Sports

JMU Softball loses first game at Clearwater to No. 3 Tennessee

James Madison softball fell to No. 3 Tennessee, 11-0, on Friday evening at the Eddie C. Moore Complex. 

18 hours ago in Sports

Bridgewater Baseball opens season with 10-2 win over DeSales

Bridgewater College baseball opened the season with a strong 10-2 win over DeSales at JMU's Eagle Field at Veteran's Memorial Park Friday afternoon.

19 hours ago in Sports

James Madison Men’s Tennis wins a thriller over South Alabama, 4-3

James Madison men's tennis opened Sun Belt Conference play by rallying in singles play for a thrilling 4-3 victory against South Alabama on Friday at East Campus Tennis Courts.

19 hours ago in Sports

EMU Baseball drops series opener at William Peace, 3-2

EMU Baseball drops series opener at William Peace, 3-2

23 hours ago in Local, Sports

JMU Football Spring Game to be held on April 25

James Madison football will host the 2026 Spring Game, presented by Duke's Mayo, on Saturday, April 25 at Bridgeforth Stadium.

23 hours ago in Sports

Jamse Madison Women’s Tennis blanks Howard in home opener

James Madison opened its women's tennis home slate with a convincing 4-0 victory against Howard on Friday morning at East Campus Tennis Courts.

2 days ago in Local, Sports

JMU Men’s Basketball outlasts Georgia State in overtime, 81-79

Cliff Davis tallied a season-high 26 points, Justin McBride added 22 points, and James Madison men's basketball held on for an 81-79 overtime win over Georgia State on Thursday night at the Atlantic Union Bank Center.

2 days ago in Local, Sports

Area High School Basketball Scoreboard – Thursday, 2/12

Area High School Basketball Scoreboard - Thursday, 2/12

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17 hours ago in Local, Sports

James Madison Baseball comes up short in season opener at No. 16 Florida State

James Madison baseball was within a run of No. 16 Florida State entering the eighth inning before the Seminoles brought three runs across in the inning, leading to a 5-1 final score at Dick Howser Stadium on Friday night.

17 hours ago in Local, Sports

JMU Softball loses first game at Clearwater to No. 3 Tennessee

James Madison softball fell to No. 3 Tennessee, 11-0, on Friday evening at the Eddie C. Moore Complex. 

23 hours ago in Local, Sports

JMU Football Spring Game to be held on April 25

James Madison football will host the 2026 Spring Game, presented by Duke's Mayo, on Saturday, April 25 at Bridgeforth Stadium.

2 days ago in Local, Sports

JMU Men’s Basketball outlasts Georgia State in overtime, 81-79

Cliff Davis tallied a season-high 26 points, Justin McBride added 22 points, and James Madison men's basketball held on for an 81-79 overtime win over Georgia State on Thursday night at the Atlantic Union Bank Center.