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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.

2 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.

2 days ago in National

Tornadoes in northern Texas leave at least 2 dead and destroy multiple homes

A tornado-producing thunderstorm left at least two people dead in northern Texas and displaced at least 20 families, with many homes sustaining major damage, authorities said Sunday.

5 days ago in National

A violent tornado tears through Oklahoma town, damaging 40 homes but sparing lives

Raeann Hunt scrambled to her cellar as a tornado bore down on her Oklahoma community. "It is headed right for us," she recalled thinking, as she peeked outside, unable to contain her curiosity.

5 days ago in National

US soldier charged with using classified intel to win $400K Polymarket bet on Maduro raid

A U.S. special forces soldier involved in the military operation to capture Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has been charged with using classified information about the mission to win more than $400,000 in an online betting market, federal officials announced Thursday.

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Lifestyle

2 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?

2 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.

1 week 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.

1 week ago in Lifestyle

To make hosting less stressful, strive for connection and not perfection

Inviting friends and family members over for a celebration, holiday or routine dinner provides an opportunity for connection, but pressure to serve good-tasting food in a clean and welcoming environment can deter many people from hosting or prevent them from being fully present with their guests when they do.

2 weeks ago in Music, Lifestyle

It’s music festival season. How to stay safe and healthy while enjoying the show

Music festival season has arrived: a time to gather outside with friends, listening to tunes, dancing, and maybe even getting the chance to rub shoulders with musicians you love.

Sports News

7 hours ago in Local, Sports

James Madison Baseball loses at Virginia Tech, 14-1

Baseball batter in purple jersey swinging at a pitch, with catcher behind home plate and umpire nearby

James Madison baseball fell in its penultimate midweek matchup of the season, as Virginia Tech came away with a 14-1 victory in seven innings on Tuesday evening at English Field.

7 hours ago in Local, Sports

Area High School Scoreboard – Tuesday, 4/28

East Rockingham Harrisonburg High School Baseball Game

BASEBALL Broadway 13, Rocktown 1 Turner Ashby 9, William Monroe 2 Stuarts Draft 8, Riverheads 7 Waynesboro 9, Fort Defiance…

1 day ago in Local, Sports

Area High School Scoreboard – Monday, 4/27

East Rockingham Harrisonburg High School Baseball Game

Area High School Scoreboard - Monday, 4/27

1 day ago in Sports

EMU Baseball closes 2026 season with loss to Marymount, 10-3

Baseball batter in a blue uniform swings a bat during a game, wearing a helmet with spectators behind a chain-link fence in the stands.

EMU Baseball closes 2026 season with loss to Marymount, 10-3

1 day ago in Sports

JMU’s Healey named American Conference Lacrosse Midfielder of the Week

Two female lacrosse players collide for possession during a game on a turf field, one in white and one in black, near a referee in stripes.

James Madison lacrosse sophomore Harlowe Healey has been named the American Conference Midfielder of the Week, the conference announced on Monday afternoon.

2 days ago in Local, Sports

JMU Softball defeats Georgia State, 6-3, to complete series sweep

Duke softball players celebrate in the dugout, one wearing catcher gear and two teammates high-fiving and smiling in purple and white uniforms.

James Madison softball completed a weekend sweep of Georgia State with a 6-3 victory on Sunday afternoon at Veterans Memorial Park.

2 days ago in Local, Sports

James Madison Baseball wins series at ULM with 10-2 victory Sunday

Male baseball pitcher in a white and purple JMU uniform delivering a pitch on the mound, left leg extended forward and glove raised.

James Madison freshman Tyler Lutz tossed his first quality start of the season and the Dukes used key hitting to push past ULM, 10-2, on Sunday afternoon to take the Sun Belt Conference baseball series at Lou St. Amant Field.

3 days ago in Local, Sports

JMU players sign with the NFL

Former safety Jacob Thomas has signed with the Minnesota Vikings, wide receiver Nick DeGennaro inked a deal with the New England Patriots, and cornerback Elijah Culp agreed to terms with the Arizona Cardinals, the players confirmed to JMU.

3 days ago in Local, Sports

James Madison Baseball drops game two of series at ULM, 6-4

Baseball batter in a white uniform swinging at a pitch as the ball approaches, with the catcher in gray and black squatting behind him on the dirt field.

A fielding error to begin the sixth inning allowed ULM to score three unearned runs, winning Saturday's game 6-4 against James Madison baseball at Lou St. Amant Field.

Local News from Rocktown Now

46 minutes ago in Local

South Main Street in Harrisonburg CLOSED

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All north and southbound lanes of South Main between South Avenue and Pleasant Hill Road are closed due to a wreck with a utility pole.

7 hours ago in Local, Sports

James Madison Baseball loses at Virginia Tech, 14-1

Baseball batter in purple jersey swinging at a pitch, with catcher behind home plate and umpire nearby

James Madison baseball fell in its penultimate midweek matchup of the season, as Virginia Tech came away with a 14-1 victory in seven innings on Tuesday evening at English Field.

7 hours ago in Local, Sports

Area High School Scoreboard – Tuesday, 4/28

East Rockingham Harrisonburg High School Baseball Game

BASEBALL Broadway 13, Rocktown 1 Turner Ashby 9, William Monroe 2 Stuarts Draft 8, Riverheads 7 Waynesboro 9, Fort Defiance…

13 hours ago in Local

UPDATE: Controlled blasting scheduled for I-81 near Weyers Cave on THURSDAY, April 30

A controlled blast will remove large areas of rock in the median of Interstate 81 near the Augusta-Rockingham County line.