National

1 day ago in National

A 14-year-old running for governor is the first teen to get on Vermont’s general election ballot

Looking back, gubernatorial candidate Dean Roy says his political ambitions started in the eighth grade. And by that he means, last year. After working as a legislative page at the Vermont Statehouse, the 14-year-old freshman at Stowe High School now has his sights set on the corner office.

1 day ago in National, Trending

Savannah Guthrie to return to ‘Today’ on April 6 after mother’s disappearance

After a two-month absence sparked by her 84-year-old mother's apparent abduction, Savannah Guthrie will return to NBC's "Today" show next month, saying in an interview that aired Friday "joy will be my protest."

3 days ago in National

TSA officers share how they’re scraping by without pay

A woman in Indiana who put off dental surgery because she doesn't know if she can afford the copay. A Florida couple with young children who are depleting their savings. A grandmother in Idaho who plans to sell her car to pay the rent. They are among the tens of thousands Transportation Security Administration officers set to receive another $0 paycheck this week.

5 days ago in National

Pilot and copilot killed in collision between jet and fire truck at New York’s LaGuardia Airport

Two people were killed and several others badly hurt when an Air Canada regional jet struck a fire truck on a runway while landing at New York's LaGuardia Airport, officials said.

5 days ago in National

Federal immigration agents seen at Atlanta airport after Trump order amid during partial shutdown

Federal immigration officers have been seen at an airport in Atlanta after President Donald Trump said he'd deploy agents to supplement the Transportation Security Administration during a government shutdown that has caused long lines at security checkpoints across the country.

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Lifestyle

1 day ago in Lifestyle

Having a conversation and creating best practices for your child’s social media use

In a pivotal moment that underscored how powerful and immersive social platforms can be for children and teens, a jury in California this week found both Meta and YouTube liable for mental health harms to kids using their services.

4 days ago in Lifestyle

Here’s how to recycle those old laptops, iPhones and earbuds lying around

Many consumers are guilty of filling drawers or closets with old laptops, cellphones, fitness trackers and other electronic devices once they are no longer needed. It's hard to know where to recycle those items, or it seems costly and inconvenient.

5 days ago in Lifestyle

As demand for GLP-1 pills and shots surges, healthy habits are still key

Whether they're using weekly shots or daily pills, more Americans than ever are turning to anti-obesity drugs to lose weight and boost health. About 1 in 8 U.S. adults say they are taking a GLP-1 drug, according to a recent survey by the health research group KFF.

1 week ago in Entertainment, Lifestyle

Sylvester Stallone, Jean-Claude Van Damme and more react to the death of Chuck Norris

The death of Chuck Norris has triggered an outpouring of memorials from fellow Hollywood tough guys and fans. The martial arts grandmaster and...

1 week ago in Entertainment, Lifestyle

FCC approves merger of local television owners Nexstar and Tegna as two lawsuits seek to block it

The Federal Communications Commission on Thursday said it had approved the merger of local television giants Nexstar Media Group and rival Tegna, the same day that...

Sports News

2 days ago in Local, Sports

Area High School Scoreboard – Thursday, 3/26

Area High School Scoreboard - Thursday, 3/26

2 days ago in Local, Sports

James Madison Football holds annual Pro Day for NFL Scouts

A total of 15 outgoing James Madison student-athletes showcased their skills in front of pro football scouts at the 2026 Pro Day, held on Thursday afternoon at Bridgeforth Stadium.

3 days ago in Local, Sports

JMU Lacrosse rallies to upset No. 19 Virginia, 11-10, in Charlottesville

Trailing by as many as four, James Madison lacrosse completed its comeback bid and knocked off No. 19 Virginia, 11-10, at Klockner Stadium on Wednesday night.

3 days ago in Local, Sports

No. 13 Bridgewater takes down No. 19 Christopher Newport, 8-7

The 13th-ranked Bridgewater College baseball team delivered an offensive surge to hold off No. 19 Christopher Newport at home Wednesday by a final score of 8-7.

3 days ago in Local, Sports

James Madison Softball comes up short at George Mason, 5-3

James Madison softball dropped a midweek matchup to George Mason, falling 5–3 at the George Mason Softball Complex on Wednesday afternoon.

3 days ago in Local, Sports

Area High School Scoreboard – Wednesday, 3/25

Area High School Scoreboard - Wednesday, 3/25

3 days ago in Sports

EMU Baseball earns a run-rule win over Mary Washington, 14-4

EMU Baseball earns a run-rule win over Mary Washington, 14-4

3 days ago in Sports

BC Men’s Lacrosse defeats Shenandoah, 10-5

The Bridgewater College men's lacrosse team ended a two-game skid with a 10-5 victory over Shenandoah Wednesday afternoon.

3 days ago in Sports

Eastern Mennonite Men’s Volleyball loses to No. 17 Randolph-Macon in three sets

Eastern Mennonite Men's Volleyball loses to No. 17 Randolph-Macon in three sets

Local News from Rocktown Now

3 hours ago in Local

ACSO searching for missing teen near Staunton

17-year-old Rhiannon "RJ" Marie Wiley was last seen Friday night at her Staunton home.

6 hours ago in Entertainment, Local

EMU presents ‘The Winter’s Tale: A Musical Adaptation’ April 9-12

“The Winter’s Tale: A Musical Adaptation” comes to the Lee Eshleman Studio Theater, with nightly shows at 7:30 p.m. from April 9-12.

22 hours ago in Local

Rockingham County Fire officials investigating barn fire

Rockingham County Fire officials are investigating what caused a fire that destroyed a barn this afternoon west of Broadway.

23 hours ago in Crime & Safety, Local

Rockingham County Sheriff’s Office announces arrest from Fugitive Files

Cory Allen Custer, who was featured on the Fugitive Files last year, has been arrested.