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19 hours ago in National, Trending

Early voting begins in US midterm elections that could flip control of Congress

In-person voting for this year's midterm elections began Friday, ushering in the final six weeks for Americans to decide which party they trust to lead Congress through a cost-of-living crisis, a prolonged war in Iran and other pressing issues.

1 week ago in National, Trending

US marks 25 years since the Sept. 11 attacks

Americans are commemorating the 25th anniversary of 9/11, remembering the shock, the dead and the sweeping consequences of the al-Qaida attacks on symbols of U.S. might and prosperity.

1 week ago in National, Trending

Anthropic researcher resigns with warning about the dangers of AI development

An Anthropic researcher said he is resigning from the company over concerns the artificial intelligence firm and its competitors are not acting responsibly in AI development, echoing concerns raised inside and outside of the industry about the technology's potential to elude human control.

2 weeks ago in National

Cyclospora outbreak followed years of declining FDA foreign inspections

A nationwide outbreak of cyclospora tied to contaminated lettuce has heightened safety concerns about imported food, while underscoring a longer-term trend: U.S. regulators are conducting fewer international inspections to catch contaminated produce before it lands on American plates.

2 weeks ago in National

Mistrial is declared in Lindsay Clancy child killings case after jury deadlocks

A judge in the Lindsay Clancy murder trial declared a mistrial Friday after jurors failed to reach a verdict in a case that sharply divided many Americans over whether the Massachusetts woman should be criminally responsible for killing her three young children.

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Lifestyle

5 days ago in Lifestyle

Want to lower your risk of dementia? It doesn’t involve a blood test

New blood tests that might predict Alzheimer's years before symptoms begin may sound tantalizing for people who worry about later-in-life dementia. But doctors say they aren't quite ready yet — and besides, you don't need a test before trying to lower your risk.

1 week ago in Lifestyle

In an age of instant answers, educators say there’s a case for letting kids struggle a little

When children forget their lunch, can't solve a math problem or don't know how to get somewhere, the instinct for parents can be to step in immediately. But sometimes, the problem is an opportunity.

1 week ago in Lifestyle, Trending

Girl Scouts’ first cookies for dogs will go on sale in January

Man's best friend is getting some love from the Girl Scouts. Girl Scouts of the USA said Tuesday its first cookies for dogs will go on sale in January.

1 week ago in Lifestyle, Trending

New Apple CEO unveils latest iPhone lineup, including a foldable model called Duo

Apple on Wednesday unveiled its latest generation of iPhones, including a widely anticipated foldable version called Duo.

1 week ago in Lifestyle

Families’ interest in their kids’ education is falling around the globe as scores drop, test shows

Families' interest in their kids' education is falling in many high-income countries as school systems struggle with plunging test scores, according to newly released results from a standardized test taken by 15-year-olds around the world.

Sports News

1 day ago in High School Sports, Local, Sports

Area High School Scoreboard – Thursday, 9/17

Area High School Scoreboard - Thursday, 9/17

2 days ago in Sports

Bridgewater Volleyball earns rivalry win over Eastern Mennonite

Bridgewater College women's volleyball swept Route 42 rival, EMU, to take the first conference win of the season on the road Wednesday night.

2 days ago in Sports

EMU Men’s Soccer knocks off Bridgewater, 1-0, for first win

EMU Men's Soccer knocks off Bridgewater, 1-0, for first win

2 days ago in Sports

Bridgewater College Field Hockey takes down McDaniel, 2-1

The Bridgewater College field hockey team defeated McDaniel 2-1 on Wednesday night after Emily Dickinson's game-winner late in the fourth quarter.

2 days ago in Sports

Eastern Mennonite Women’s Soccer rolls past Regent, 5-1

Eastern Mennonite Women's Soccer rolls past Regent, 5-1

2 days ago in Sports

BC Women’s Soccer hangs on to defeat Southern Virginia, 1-0

The Bridgewater College women's soccer team secured a 1-0 victory over Southern Virginia on Wednesday afternoon, thanks to an early goal and a solid defensive performance.

3 days ago in High School Sports, Local, Sports

Broadway and Spotswood High School Head Football Coaches preview Week 3 matchup

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Coach Jesse Lohr from Broadway and Coach John Weeks from Spotswood preview their matchup this week.

3 days ago in High School Sports, Local, Sports

Area High School Volleyball Scoreboard – Tuesday, 9/15

Area High School Volleyball Scoreboard - Tuesday, 9/16

3 days ago in Sports

JMU announces change in Track & Field leadership

James Madison Director of Athletics Matt Roan announced the departure of Director of Track & Field and Cross Country Delethea Quarles on Tuesday, effective immediately.

Local News from Rocktown Now

2 hours ago in Local, Weather

Cloudy this weekend. Wet weather expected next week.

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HARRISONBURG VA: (Rocktown Now) – We’ll see a noticeable shift from relatively quiet weather today to a cooler and wetter…

13 hours ago in Crime & Safety, Local

Investigation underway following student report of a BB gun incident at Waynesboro elementary school

It was reported that a student told a teacher that another student, who was 9 years old, may have had a weapon in a bookbag.

15 hours ago in Local

JMU receives $3.5 million gift to advance expansion of health programs  

Leslie Flanary Gilliam

The $3.5 million gift from Richard Gilliam honors the legacy of his late wife, Leslie Flanary Gilliam

16 hours ago in Local

New Directions Center’s art exhibit to be on display starting September 21

New Directions Center art exhibit

A new art exhibit at the Waynesboro Public Library reportedly seeks to raise awareness around domestic abuse.