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Man pleads guilty to killing a top Minnesota Democrat and her husband while posing as an officer

A Minnesota man who pounded on Democratic lawmakers' doors in the middle of the night while posing as a police officer, killing the state House speaker and her husband and wounding a state senator and his wife, pleaded guilty to murder Thursday so that federal prosecutors would not seek the death penalty.

1 day ago in National

Opening of Canada-US bridge that Trump threatened to block is delayed over unresolved ‘issues’

The opening of a Canadian-U.S. bridge across the Detroit River that President Donald Trump previously threatened to block was delayed on Thursday due to unresolved issues.

2 days ago in National, Trending

Inflation hits 3-year high, highlighting affordability challenge for Americans

Rising gas prices pushed inflation to its highest level in three years last month, a headache for the Federal Reserve and a potential political challenge for the Trump administration as midterm elections near.

3 days ago in National, Trending

NASA unveils Artemis III astronauts to test technology for a future moon landing

NASA on Tuesday revealed the crew for its Artemis III mission, the next step in the space agency's plan to eventually land astronauts on the moon. The announcement came two months after Artemis II's record-breaking trip around the moon that surpassed the distance record of Apollo 13.

3 days ago in National

FDA OKs first new sunscreen ingredient in more than 25 years

Federal health regulators on Tuesday signed off on the first new sunscreen ingredient for the U.S. market in more than 25 years, giving Americans access to a skin-protecting chemical long used in Europe and other parts of the world.

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1 day ago in Lifestyle

The skills people still perform better than AI, according to workplace experts

Many workers fear machines will supplant them as adoption of artificial intelligence accelerates. But what if people have qualities both unmistakably human and essential to career success that AI could not easily replace them?

3 days ago in Lifestyle

Travel skin care 101: Simple tips to follow before, during and after a trip

Massage Envy reports that nearly 45% of Americans plan summer vacations in 2026 which impacts skin care routine, adding that simple tips can help maintain healthy skin before, during, and after travel.

4 days ago in Lifestyle, Trending

How to stay safe while traveling during extreme heat

As travelers prepare to set off on summer trips, scorching temperatures lie in wait. Above-average temperatures could be on the books this summer, according to forecasters, and a developing El Nino event could spell out warmer weather later in the year or next summer.

1 week ago in Lifestyle

Fishermen prepared for the longest red snapper season in recent memory. A court order stopped it

Recreational fishermen are pitched against commercial fishermen and environmentalists in a legal dispute that has halted what was expected to be the longest snapper season in years, reflecting broader tensions over the Trump administration's efforts to loosen fishing rules and deregulate the seas.

2 weeks ago in Lifestyle

Why your co-worker might be listening to music tuned to 432 hertz

Music recorded in 432 hertz (cycles per second) is taking off on social media platforms and music streaming services, where users can find an increasing number of tracks and playlists employing the alternate tuning, everything from meditation soundscapes to reggae songs recorded by Ziggy Marley.

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Former JMU Football player dies in car crash in North Carolina

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Former James Madison University football player Luke Warner died in a car crash in North Carolina Thursday morning.

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Spotswood Baseball falls to New Kent 3-1 in State Semifinals

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The Spotswood Baseball team lost to New Kent in the State Semifinal Friday morning. The final score was 3-1.

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Valley Baseball League Scoreboard – Thursday, 6/11

Valley Baseball League Scoreboard - Thursday, 6/11

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Rockingham County Baseball League Scoreboard – Thursday, 6/11

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Rockingham County Baseball League Scoreboard - Thursday, 6/11

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High school baseball play by play Friday

ABINGTON VA: (Rocktown Now) -ESPN 106.9 and 1360 WHBG is your home for the Class 3 State baseball tournament. We…

2 days ago in Local, Sports

Pleskovic steps down as BC Softball coach to take job at Northern Kentucky

Female athlete in a maroon shirt and white cap claps at a blue barrier while spectators watch from behind.

Bridgewater College Head Softball Coach Megan Pleskovic is stepping down to take the head coaching role at Division I Northern Kentucky.

2 days ago in Local, Sports

Rockingham County Baseball League Scoreboard – Wednesday, 6/10

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Rockingham County Baseball League Scoreboard - Wednesday, 6/10

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Valley Baseball League Scoreboard – Wednesday, 6/10

Valley Baseball League Scoreboard - Wednesday, 6/10

3 days ago in Local, Sports

High School State Quarterfinals Scoreboard – Tuesday, 6/9

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High School State Quarterfinals Scoreboard - Tuesday, 6/9

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Former JMU Football player dies in car crash in North Carolina

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Headshot of Luke Warner

Former James Madison University football player Luke Warner died in a car crash in North Carolina Thursday morning.

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Spotswood Baseball falls to New Kent 3-1 in State Semifinals

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The Spotswood Baseball team lost to New Kent in the State Semifinal Friday morning. The final score was 3-1.

2 hours ago in Local

New Assistant Principal at Wilson Memorial High School

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Augusta County Public Schools announced the appointment of Matthew Hopewell as Assistant Principal for Wilson Memorial High School effective July 1, 2026.

3 hours ago in Entertainment, Local

Forbes Center unveils 2026-27 Masterpiece Season 

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The Forbes Center for the Performing Arts at James Madison University has announced its 2026-27 Masterpiece Season.