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Senate committee votes to hold Fauci in contempt for refusing to answer COVID questions

A Senate committee on Thursday voted to hold Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt of Congress and refer him to the Justice Department for potential prosecution over his refusal to answer questions at a hearing last week focused on his handling of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Takeaways from Tuesday’s elections: El-Sayed pulls off narrow victory over Democratic establishment

Abdul El-Sayed's victory in Michigan's Democratic Senate primary is the latest and perhaps most significant evidence that the party's voters are looking to turn the page on establishment-backed politicians — even in must-win battlegrounds.

1 day ago in National

North Carolina congressman Edwards quits reelection bid after committee recommends his censure

Embattled North Carolina Republican congressman Chuck Edwards withdrew from his reelection campaign on Wednesday, two days after the House Ethics Committee recommended he be censured for unprofessional and inappropriate conduct toward two young female aides in his office.

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Stevens and El-Sayed are in a close race for Michigan’s Democratic Senate nomination

Moderate candidate U.S. Rep. Haley Stevens and progressive favorite Abdul El-Sayed were in a tight race for Michigan's Democratic U.S. Senate nomination in the early morning hours of Wednesday.

2 days ago in National

Utility’s idle transmission tower caused 2025 Eaton fire that killed 19, Los Angeles officials say

Sparks from an idle transmission tower owned by Southern California Edison caused the 2025 Eaton fire in the Los Angeles area that killed 19 people and destroyed more than 9,400 homes and businesses, Los Angeles County fire officials said in a report released Tuesday.

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Gene-edited beagles may offer a future option for people with dog allergies

Matt Walker couldn't pet a dog without sneezing — until he and other scientists used a gene editing technique to produce a hypoallergenic beagle named Bailey.

2 days ago in Lifestyle

Fishing closures are becoming routine as record heat warms rivers in the US West

Trout need cool water to survive, but record heat this summer has driven water temperatures to lethal levels for fish. Wildlife officials are banning fishing during certain hours on rivers and streams across the U.S. West, following an exceptionally dry winter and amid widespread drought.

2 days ago in Lifestyle

School backpack overload: Heavy bags can strain kids’ bodies

Backpacks can be fashionable and functional, but they can also be too heavy — weighed down by digital devices, musical instruments, sports equipment and more. Some kids carry home a laptop or tablet and textbooks, too.

3 days ago in Lifestyle

Leave it: Dog trainers help pets avoid venomous snakes

The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals says as many as 150,000 dogs are bitten by venomous snakes each year in the United States. In the rattlesnake hot spot of Arizona, emergency veterinarian Dr. Sarah Carotenuto says the Veterinary Specialty Center of Tucson treats four to six dogs daily for rattlesnake bites, along with an occasional cat.

7 days ago in Lifestyle

Tanning is getting hot again. Here’s what it really does to your skin

Experts are concerned about a resurgence in the popularity of tanning among young adults as social media has helped tanning in general make a comeback. A video of a girl sharing her "tanning secrets" and showing off a bikini tan line has racked up more than 11 million views, while people in the comments joke, "The earth probably won't last long anyway, I'd rather go out tan than pale."

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JMU Men’s Basketball announces upcoming Sun Belt Conference schedule

The Sun Belt Conference unveiled James Madison's 18-game 2026-27 men's basketball league schedule on Thursday, Aug. 6.

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James Madison Women’s Basketball releases its 2026-27 Sun Belt schedule

The Sun Belt Conference has unveiled the league's 2026-27 women's basketball schedule on Thursday, laying out James Madison's 18-game slate, with 12 games against traditional Sun Belt East opponents.

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Bridgewater takes down Clover Hill to advance to RCBL Championship Series

The Bridgewater Reds won game five of their semifinal series at Clover Hill on Wednesday night, 9-4, to advance to the Rockingham County Baseball League Championship Series.

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JMU Women’s Soccer picked to win the Sun Belt; Lackey voted Preseason Player of the Year

Ginny Lackey was named the Preseason Sun Belt Conference Offensive Player of the Year, and James Madison women's soccer was voted the league favorite, the conference announced on Wednesday, Aug. 5.

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Dukes receiving vote in preseason US LBM Coaches Poll

James Madison received votes in the preseason US LBM Coaches Poll for the third time in the last four years, according to the annual polling of selected FBS Coaches.

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Rockingham County Baseball League Scoreboard – Tuesday, 8/4

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Rockingham County Baseball League Scoreboard - Tuesday, 8/4

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JMU’s Greenberg named to Outland Trophy watch list

James Madison offensive lineman Zach Greenberg was named to the 2026 Outland Trophy Watch List, as announced by the Football Writers Association of America (FWAA) on Tuesday.

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James Madison Men’s Golf hires Michael Minnehan as assistant coach

James Madison men's golf Head Coach Carter Cheves announced the hiring of Michael Minnehan as an assistant coach on Tuesday, Aug. 4.

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Rockingham County Baseball League Scoreboard – Monday, 8/3

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Rockingham County Baseball League Scoreboard - Monday, 8/3

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JMU Men’s Basketball announces upcoming Sun Belt Conference schedule

The Sun Belt Conference unveiled James Madison's 18-game 2026-27 men's basketball league schedule on Thursday, Aug. 6.

3 hours ago in Local, Sports

James Madison Women’s Basketball releases its 2026-27 Sun Belt schedule

The Sun Belt Conference has unveiled the league's 2026-27 women's basketball schedule on Thursday, laying out James Madison's 18-game slate, with 12 games against traditional Sun Belt East opponents.

3 hours ago in Local

University of Florida College of Journalism and Communications (WRUF-AM/FM) and Saga Communications, Inc. Announce Landmark Seven-Year Strategic Media Partnership

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The partnership expands commercial sales, strengthens student opportunities, and advances the future of local broadcasting

9 hours ago in Local

Governor Spanberger to intervene in proposed Nextera-Dominion Energy merger

In an op-ed published by The Washington Post, Spanberger said her involvement will focus on three priorities.