Scattered Storms Could Turn Severe Tuesday Across Southwest and Central Virginia as a Cold Front Moves Through the Region
Forecasters say damaging winds are the main concern, with heavy rain, hail and isolated tornadoes also possible.
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West Virginia Delegate Elliott Pritt Resigns After Arrest and Appears in Federal Court on Child Sex Offense Allegations
Pritt quit the House of Delegates as lawmakers moved quickly to distance themselves from the Mercer County Republican.
Virginia State Police Investigate Fatal Lee County Crash at Route 642 and Route 798 After One Woman Dies, Driver Injured
The late-night collision sent a Ford Thunderbird off the road and into a residence, according to investigators.
Virginia State Police Investigate Fatal Single-Vehicle Crash on Interstate 77 in Carroll County After Passenger Is Ejected and Dies
The wreck happened Saturday afternoon near the North Carolina line, and the passenger was not wearing a seat belt.
Strong Cold Front Brings Severe Storm Threat to Central Virginia Tuesday Afternoon With Damaging Winds, Hail, and Brief Tornado Risk
Forecasters say the highest storm chances will come between 3 p.m. and 8 p.m. before calmer, less humid weather returns midweek.
Two Suspects Arrested in Martinsville Fatal Shooting After May 12 Homicide Investigation Led Police to Hillcrest Road Home
Police say the arrests stem from a homicide investigation that began after a late-night shooting left Marcie Hunt dead and a man seriously wounded.
One Dead, Three Hurt in Multi-Vehicle Hampton Crash on I-64 East Near Hampton Roads Center Parkway
Virginia State Police say a lane change led to a fiery motorcycle crash that killed one rider and injured three other people.
Alabama jumps two spots in Sunday’s AP Poll
JASPER, Ala. (Community Journal) – The Crimson Tide are continuing to climb back up the rankings after sending Vanderbilt back to Nashville with their first loss of the season. Alabama (4-1, 2-0) moved up two spots to No. 8 Sunday, helped not only by... Read More.
‘It’s happening right now’: Trump says firings underway amidst government shutdown
WASHINGTON, D.C. (Community Journal) – President Donald Trump said federal workers are being fired as the federal government enters its sixth day of a shutdown with no end in sight. According to the Associated Press, Trump was asked Sunday night when workers would be... Read More.
Man facing drug trafficking charges after search warrant in Jasper
JASPER, Ala. (Community Journal) – One man is in custody and drugs off the street after Jasper Police conducted a search warrant last week. Jasper Police Department narcotics agents searched a home in the 1700 block of 12th Avenue West on Wednesday, Oct. 1.... Read More.
Unsettled weather pattern continues for central Alabama with showers and slight cooldown ahead
JASPER, Ala. (Community Journal) – Intermittent rain is expected to continue throughout central Alabama through Tuesday night as a weak disturbance and approaching cold front influence our weather.
The National Weather Service reports scattered showers due to a disturbance over Mississippi, with the greatest... Read More.
Sumiton announces Amnesty Day to help residents facing legal issues
SUMITON, Ala. (Community Journal) – Anyone struggling with an outstanding case, payment plan or warrant in the City of Sumiton will soon have a chance to get back on track. The city announced Wednesday that the Sumiton Municipal Court Amnesty Day on Dec. 5... Read More.
