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4 days ago in National

Redistricting battle intensifies in states after US Supreme Court ruling on Voting Rights Act

A Supreme Court decision striking down a majority Black congressional district in Louisiana has amplified an already intense national redistricting battle by providing Republican officials in several states new grounds to redraw voting districts.

6 days ago in National

US infant formula supply is ‘safe,’ FDA says after looking for potential contaminants

A new analysis of chemicals in U.S. infant formula found reassuringly low levels of heavy metals, pesticides and other potential contaminants, federal health officials said Wednesday.

6 days ago in National

Hegseth will go before Congress for the first time since the Iran war started

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth will face questioning from lawmakers Wednesday for the first time since the Trump administration went to war with Iran, a decision that Democrats say has led to a costly conflict of choice waged without congressional approval.

1 week ago in National

Man charged with attempted assassination of Trump in White House correspondents’ dinner shooting

The man who authorities say tried to storm the White House Correspondents' Association dinner with guns and knives was charged Monday with the attempted assassination of President Donald Trump as federal authorities suggested an attack that disrupted one of Washington's glitziest events had been planned for at least several weeks.

1 week ago in National

Accused attacker at Washington media dinner is a tutor and computer engineer from California

The California man arrested in the shooting at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner is a highly educated tutor and amateur video game developer opposed to the policies of President Donald Trump.

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Lifestyle

5 days ago in Lifestyle

Money Happens: What to do when becoming a homeowner feels out of reach

Anxiety about the possibility of never being able to own a house can make some people give up on organizing their finances altogether, says John Hankins, a certified financial therapist. If you hope to buy a house in the future but don't know where to start, here are some expert tips for you

6 days ago in Lifestyle, Trending

Stir well, slap lightly. Tips for making a mint julep worthy of the Kentucky Derby

Horses are poised, bets are on, hats are at the ready and the bourbon is standing by, ready to be poured into thousands of mint julep cocktails. It must be Kentucky Derby weekend.

1 week ago in Lifestyle

Is TMI really such a bad thing? Here’s the case for oversharing

Most people worry about the risks of oversharing, but in reality, opening up often builds trust and leads to stronger relationships. So, how do you know when it's TMI or if you're not sharing enough?

1 week ago in Lifestyle

College students wary of the job market are changing course in search of ‘AI-proof’ majors

Two years ago, Josephine Timperman arrived at college with a plan. She declared a major in business analytics, figuring she'd learn niche skills that would stand out on a resume and help land a good job after college. But the rise of artificial intelligence has scrambled those calculations.

2 weeks 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.

Sports News

1 day ago in Local, Sports

JMU Lacrosse draws Notre Dame in NCAA Tournament First Round at Evanston

Group of young women in gray Champs shirts celebrate together in a locker-room, arms raised and smiling after a win.

James Madison lacrosse will head to Evanston, Ill. to face in Notre Dame in the first round of the 2026 NCAA Division I Women's Lacrosse Championship, the NCAA selection committee announced on Sunday night.

1 day ago in Local, Sports

BC Baseball wins series against Washington and Lee to advance to ODAC Championship Weekend

Bridgewater College Eagles baseball team celebrating on the field, players in black jerseys jumping with arms raised after a win.

The Bridgewater College baseball team upended the Washington and Lee Generals Sunday in a game three decision of a best-of-3 series at home dropping the second game, 6-2, and bouncing back to take a 10-6 win in the third-deciding game to advance to the ODAC finals round in Tysons, Va.

2 days ago in Local, Sports

JMU Baseball wins series over Marshall with 5-3 victory Sunday

Baseball pitcher on the mound in a white and purple uniform, glove up and ready to pitch.

A week after twirling his first quality start of the year, James Madison freshman Tyler Lutz repeated the performance with a season-long 7.0 innings to lead the Dukes to a 5-3 win over Marshall to win the series on Sunday afternoon in Sun Belt Conference baseball at Veterans Memorial Park.

2 days ago in Local, Sports

Bridgewater Softball beats Averett, 6-2, to advance to ODAC Championship Series

Bridgewater College Eagles softball players in maroon uniforms celebrate in a huddle on the dirt field, coach at the center.

SALEM, Va. (BC Athletics) – The Bridgewater College Softball booked its spot in the ODAC Championship Series for the first…

2 days ago in Local, Sports

Dukes dominate USF, 17-7, to capture American Conference Lacrosse Championshp

Women’s lacrosse team posing on the field with a ‘CHAMPS’ banner and trophy after winning a championship at a stadium.

James Madison lacrosse dominated all aspects of the game, defeating No.1 USF 17-7 in the 2026 American Conference Championship at FirstBank Stadium on Saturday afternoon.

2 days ago in Local, Sports

JMU Baseball gets shutout at home by Marshall, 9-0

Baseball pitcher in a purple uniform winds up a pitch on a field with a purple outfield wall behind him.

Marshall scored a run in every inning but two, as James Madison baseball fell, 9-0, on Saturday afternoon at Veterans Memorial Park in Sun Belt Conference play.

2 days ago in Local, Sports

BC rallies past Washington and Lee, 9-8, in 12 innings in game one of ODAC opening round

Baseball player in a white Eagles uniform slides into first base on the dirt infield, with a large team logo in the foreground and a green outfield behind him.

The No. 4 seeded Bridgewater College baseball team nailed a comeback extra innings walk-off thriller to take down No. 5 seeded Washington and Lee in the first game of the ODAC opening round Saturday.

2 days ago in Local, Sports

James Madison Softball blanks Marshall, 5-0, to win series

Two JMU softball players in pinstriped uniforms smile at the camera on a field, one showing a hand gesture.

Payton List tossed a complete-game shutout as James Madison softball secured a series win over first-place Marshall, 5-0, on Saturday afternoon at Dot Hicks Field.

2 days ago in Local, Sports

Bridgewater Softball defeats Averett to advance to Pod 2 Championship

Female softball batter in a navy uniform swings at a pitched ball at home plate, with a green outfield wall in the background and a large B logo foregrounded on the left.

The Bridgewater College Softball team advanced to the final of Pod 2 of the ODAC Championship after a 3-1 victory over Averett on Saturday.

Local News from Rocktown Now

15 hours ago in Local

UPDATE: Water service has been restored

Crews are still working in the roadway, and traffic is still impacted in this area.

16 hours ago in Local

Harrisonburg Public Works seeks feedback on select neighborhoods for traffic calming

Harrisonburg Public Works has selected several neighborhoods for traffic calming studies for Spring 2026 through the City’s Neighborhood Traffic Calming Program.

16 hours ago in Crime & Safety, Local

Rockingham County Sheriff’s Office warns of traffic violation scam

Fake Court Notice

Authorities are warning of another traffic violation notification scam making the rounds in Rockingham County.

19 hours ago in Community, Local

Harrisonburg Public Works to host student tree planting project at landfill

Smiling man in a black jacket ties an orange ribbon to a young tree in a nursery.

The tree planting will be held on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at the Rockingham County Landfill property.