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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.

3 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.

3 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.

5 days 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.

5 days 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

2 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

3 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.

5 days 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?

5 days 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

8 hours ago in Local, Sports

JMU Baseball holds off Marshall, 4-3, to win series opener

Baseball pitcher in a pinstriped uniform delivering a throw on the mound, purple accents, purple cap, with a fielder in the background

James Madison baseball scored four runs in the first inning and redshirt sophomore Holden McKinney and senior Jaden Kinsler combined to limit Marshall to seven hits and three runs to give the Dukes a 4-3 win on Friday night at Veterans Memorial Park in Sun Belt Conference play.

8 hours ago in Local, Sports

Bridgewater Softball opens ODAC Tournament with 6-3 win over Randolph-Macon

Softball scene at night: a runner in a dark uniform slides toward home plate while a yellow-clad fielder watches nearby, with cheering fans behind the fence and a large red team logo in the foreground.

Bridgewater Softball opens ODAC Tournament with 6-3 win over Randolph-Macon

8 hours ago in Local, Sports

James Madison Softball takes down Marshall, 5-3, to even series

Three JMU softball players in black uniforms and white helmets huddle together on the field.

James Madison softball evened the series on Friday evening with a 5-3 victory over Marshall at Dot Hicks Field.

1 day ago in Local, Sports

JMU Lacrosse rallies past ECU, 9-7, in American Conference Semifinals

Dukes lacrosse team celebrates a victory on the field at night, players in white uniforms cheering and high-fiving.

Down two goals in the fourth, James Madison lacrosse fought back to claim a 9-7 victory over East Carolina in the semifinals of the 2026 American Conference Championship at FirstBank Stadium on Thursday night.

1 day ago in Local, Sports

James Madison Softball drops series opener at Marshall, 7-3

Girls' softball team huddling on the infield in purple pinstriped uniforms; visible numbers 16, 4, and 1; catcher wearing gear on the right.

James Madison softball dropped game one of its Sun Belt series at Marshall on Thursday evening, falling 7-3 at Dot Hicks Field.

1 day ago in Local, Sports

Area High School Scoreboard – Thursday, 4/30

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Area High School Scoreboard - Thursday, 4/30

2 days ago in Sports

Dukes finish fifth at Sun Belt Men’s Golf Championship

Male golfer mid-swing on a lush course, wearing a purple cap, white polo, and beige shorts with a driver raised behind him

The James Madison men's golf team fell short of advancing to match play at the 2026 Sun Belt Conference Championship on Thursday, finishing in fifth place at Annandale Golf Club.

3 days ago in Sports

Rongo named Defensive Player of the Year; Eight Dukes earn All-Conference

Lacrosse players in white uniforms celebrate on the field, raising their sticks in a high-five

James Madison lacrosse took home one major award and saw eight players named to the All-American Conference Teams, as the league announced its season-ending awards on Wednesday.

3 days ago in Sports

JMU’s top singles player and doubles tandem earn All-Sun Belt Women’s Tennis honors

Two female tennis players in purple skirts shake hands on a court after a match, wearing black tops and matching purple accents.

Three James Madison student-athletes were recognized on the 2025-26 Sun Belt All-Conference women's tennis team in senior Daria Munteanu, freshman Brooklyn Hoffmann and senior Sophie Williams.

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30 minutes ago in Community, Entertainment, Local

WWII Warbird Expo coming to Shenandoah Valley Airport for America 250 Celebration

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WWII Warbird Expo

The event will be open to the public from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, May 16–17.

8 hours ago in Local, Sports

JMU Baseball holds off Marshall, 4-3, to win series opener

Baseball pitcher in a pinstriped uniform delivering a throw on the mound, purple accents, purple cap, with a fielder in the background

James Madison baseball scored four runs in the first inning and redshirt sophomore Holden McKinney and senior Jaden Kinsler combined to limit Marshall to seven hits and three runs to give the Dukes a 4-3 win on Friday night at Veterans Memorial Park in Sun Belt Conference play.

8 hours ago in Local, Sports

Bridgewater Softball opens ODAC Tournament with 6-3 win over Randolph-Macon

Softball scene at night: a runner in a dark uniform slides toward home plate while a yellow-clad fielder watches nearby, with cheering fans behind the fence and a large red team logo in the foreground.

Bridgewater Softball opens ODAC Tournament with 6-3 win over Randolph-Macon

8 hours ago in Local, Sports

James Madison Softball takes down Marshall, 5-3, to even series

Three JMU softball players in black uniforms and white helmets huddle together on the field.

James Madison softball evened the series on Friday evening with a 5-3 victory over Marshall at Dot Hicks Field.