National

10 hours ago in National, Trending

Takeaways from Trump’s address: Sales mode on economy, heavy on patriotism, dark turn on Democrats

President Donald Trump started in sales mode, using his State of the Union address to deliver an upbeat vision of the U.S. economy. But that portrayal collides with the sentiment of Americans who remain anxious about their finances and feel they haven't benefited from Trump's policies.

1 day ago in National

Waymo’s robotaxis now being dispatched in 10 major U.S. markets with expansion in Texas and Florida

Waymo will begin dispatching its robotaxis in four more cities in Texas and Florida, expanding the territory covered by its fleet of self-driving cars to 10 major U.S. metropolitan markets.

2 days ago in National

Armed man shot and killed after entering secure perimeter of Mar-a-Lago, Secret Service says

An armed man entered the secure perimeter of Mar-a-Lago, President Donald Trump's resort in Palm Beach, Florida, before being shot and killed early Sunday morning, according to a spokesman for the U.S. Secret Service. Although Trump often spends weekends at his resort, he was at the White House when the breach occurred around 1:30 a.m.

2 days ago in National

Snowfall intensifies in Northeast, with many stuck at home under blizzard warnings and travel bans

Millions of people in New York City and a large swath of the northeastern U.S. were stuck at home under road travel bans and blizzard warnings Monday as heavy snow and strong winds intensified, creating whiteout conditions in the densely populated region.

5 days ago in National

Crews hope to resume recovery of 8 bodies from California avalanche after days of dangerous weather

Crews hope to resume efforts Friday to recover the bodies of eight people killed and one still missing in an avalanche in California's Sierra Nevada after days of dangerous weather that has hampered safe access to the area.

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Lifestyle

10 hours ago in Lifestyle

Are expensive shampoos worth it? Here’s what the experts have to say

Ornate packaging paired with enticing advertisements that claim expensive shampoos are elixirs to all hair woes can leave one wondering: Are the higher prices really worth it? Should I abandon my $8 drugstore mainstay for a $42 premium brand?

1 week ago in Lifestyle

How the rich pass on their wealth. And how you can too

Death and taxes may be inevitable. A big bill for your heirs is not. The rich have made an art of avoiding taxes and making sure their wealth passes down effortlessly to the next generation. But the tricks they use – to expedite payouts to heirs and avoid handing money to the government – can also work for people with far more modest estates.

2 weeks 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.

2 weeks 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.

3 weeks 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.

Sports News

22 hours ago in Local, Sports

Area High School Basketball Scoreboard – Tuesday, 2/24

Area High School Basketball Scoreboard - Tuesday, 2/24

22 hours ago in Local, Sports

JMU Baseball’s comeback bid comes up short in 5-4 loss to Virginia Tech

James Madison had runners in scoring position in a one-run game in the bottom of the ninth inning, but Virginia Tech's Ethan Gibson beat out freshman Keegan Haesler by a step for the final out at first base as the Dukes fell 5-4 in non-conference baseball at Veterans Memorial Park.

22 hours ago in Sports

Bridgewater Women’s Lacrosse falls at home to Marymount, 9-7

The Bridgewater College women's lacrosse team fell to the Marymount Saints 9-7 Tuesday evening.

23 hours ago in Sports

EMU Men’s Volleyball sweeps Shenandoah for fourth straight victory

EMU Men's Volleyball sweeps Shenandoah for fourth straight victory

1 day ago in Local, Sports

Dukes’ Davis named Sun Belt Men’s Basketball Player of the Week

James Madison guard Cliff Davis was named the Sun Belt Conference men's basketball Player of the Week on Tuesday afternoon.

1 day ago in Local, Sports

James Madison Athletics announces 2026 Hall of Fame Class

Seven former student-athletes have earned selection to be inducted in the Fall as the James Madison University Athletics Hall of Fame Class of 2026 announced Tuesday.

2 days ago in Local, Sports

Area High School Basketball Scoreboard – Monday, 2/23

Area High School Basketball Scoreboard - Monday, 2/23

2 days ago in Local, Sports

Carey Keyes returning to East Rockingham as Athletic Director

Former East Rockingham High School boys’ basketball coach Carey Keyes is returning to Elkton as he has been officially approved as the new Athletic Director at East Rock for the 2026-27 school year.

3 days ago in Local, Sports

JMU Softball rallies to defeat East Carolina on Sunday, 7-5

James Madison softball saved its most dramatic finish for in the finale of the Pirate Clash on Sunday, as it erupted for five runs in the seventh inning to fuel a 7-5 comeback win over East Carolina at the Max R. Joyner Family Stadium.

Local News from Rocktown Now

22 hours ago in Local, Sports

Area High School Basketball Scoreboard – Tuesday, 2/24

Area High School Basketball Scoreboard - Tuesday, 2/24

22 hours ago in Local, Sports

JMU Baseball’s comeback bid comes up short in 5-4 loss to Virginia Tech

James Madison had runners in scoring position in a one-run game in the bottom of the ninth inning, but Virginia Tech's Ethan Gibson beat out freshman Keegan Haesler by a step for the final out at first base as the Dukes fell 5-4 in non-conference baseball at Veterans Memorial Park.

1 day ago in Local, Sports

Dukes’ Davis named Sun Belt Men’s Basketball Player of the Week

James Madison guard Cliff Davis was named the Sun Belt Conference men's basketball Player of the Week on Tuesday afternoon.

1 day ago in Local, Sports

James Madison Athletics announces 2026 Hall of Fame Class

Seven former student-athletes have earned selection to be inducted in the Fall as the James Madison University Athletics Hall of Fame Class of 2026 announced Tuesday.