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Augusta County Corruption: Supervisor Wells' Shocking Admission of 'Criminal Games' in Threat to Reporter
Written by: Sam Orlando Supervisor Butch Wells Faces Allegations of Intimidation and 'Criminal Games' AUGUSTA COUNTY, VIRGINIA - In a...
Dec 22, 2023


Students Kicked, Teacher's Wrist Lightly Slapped: Augusta County Teacher's Plea Deal Raises Questions About Justice
Written by: Sam Orlando WAYNESBORO, VIRGINIA - The Augusta County community is grappling with shock and anger after the recent legal...
Dec 22, 2023


The Tape, The Texts, and The Truth: Augusta County's Closed Sessions on Trial
Written by: Michael Phillips Multi Hour Hearing Held Over Freedom of Information Act Disputes In a recent court hearing Thursday, Augusta...
Dec 22, 2023


Florida Legislation Targets Pro-Palestinian Student Activism Amid National Security Concerns
Written by: Bonnie Chapman ORLANDO, FLORIDA - In a controversial move, Republican lawmakers in Florida have introduced bills (HB 465, SB...
Dec 19, 2023


Middle School Teacher Arrested for Alleged Threats to Student Over Israeli Flag
Written by: Ismael Barrios WARNER ROBINS, GA - A middle school social studies teacher, Benjamin Reese, 51, was arrested on charges of...
Dec 19, 2023


Not Guilty: Hampton Lamar Smith Acquitted in Augusta County Rape Trial
Written by: Sam Orlando AUGUSTA COUNTY, VIRGINIA – In a significant legal victory, Hampton Lamar Smith was acquitted of all charges in a...
Dec 8, 2023


Controversy and Tragedy at Natural Bridge Zoo Raid in Virginia: White Tiger Killed During Search
LEXINGTON, VIRGINIA – The recent police raid at the Natural Bridge Zoo, led by the Virginia State Police in collaboration with the...
Dec 8, 2023


Breaking News: Raid at Natural Bridge Zoo Amidst Allegations of Animal Neglect
From Staff Reports, Bonnie Chapman, Ismael Barrios, Senior Reporters LEXINGTON, Va. – In a significant move, Virginia State Police,...
Dec 6, 2023


Inmate Sues Middle River Regional Jail Over Dietary Concerns
Written by: Sam Orlando In a recent development at the Middle River Regional Jail, Grant Dewayne Kayser, an inmate identified as...
Dec 5, 2023


Felony Charges Dropped Against Former Prince William Election Official as Key Witness Changes Claims
Written by: Michael Phillips MANASSAS, VA — In a recent development, a Virginia judge has dismissed felony charges against former Prince...
Dec 5, 2023


Explosive Confrontation in Bluemont: Arlington's Night of Shock and Chaos
Written by: Michael Phillips Duplex Engulfed in Massive Fireball Following Police Standoff ARLINGTON, VIRGINIA - A large explosion, heard...
Dec 5, 2023


Sheriff's Neglect and Victim's Hardship: A Deeper Look into the Tragedy of Bear the Service Dog
Sheriff's Inaction and a Victim's Burden: The Tragic Case of Bear the Service Dog AUGUSTA COUNTY, VIRGINIA - In a heartbreaking story...
Dec 5, 2023


Civil Rights at Stake: JMU Faces Federal Lawsuit for Racial Discrimination Filed by Former Employee
Written by: Sam Orlando In a landmark case that underscores the challenges of workplace equality, Darla V. Edwards has brought a lawsuit...
Dec 5, 2023


Former VA Police Officer Sentenced to 18 Years for On-Duty Sexual Assault of High School Student
Written by: Michael Phillips Shocking Betrayal of Trust In a harrowing case that has shocked the community, former Portsmouth Police...
Dec 3, 2023


Federal Grand Jury Indicts Former WV Jail Officers in Connection with Inmate's Death and Cover-Up
Written by: Michael Phillips High-Profile Indictments in Inmate Death Case Charleston, W.Va. (AP) — Five former correctional officers in...
Dec 3, 2023


Outrage Over Lenient Sentence for Federal Prison Official in Virginia Inmate's Death
Written by: Michael Phillips Inmate's Tragic Death Exposes Systemic Failures in Federal Prison PETERSBURG, VIRGINIA - In a recent...
Dec 3, 2023


Chemours Agrees to $9.5 Million Settlement for Roanoke Valley Water Contamination
Written by: Michael Phillips A Substantial Environmental Settlement ROANOKE, VIRGINIA - In a significant development for the Roanoke...
Dec 3, 2023


Augusta County Officers and the Mysterious Unmarked Building: Whose Jurisdiction Is It Anyway?
Written by: Bonnie Chapman Uncovering the Mystery: of an Unmarked Building in Staunton STAUNTON, VA — A seemingly innocuous building at...
Dec 2, 2023


Green Spaces: The Fountain of Youth for Cellular Health
Written by: Michael Phillips Introduction to Groundbreaking Research STAUNTON, VIRGINIA - New research published in the Science of the...
Dec 2, 2023


Congress Expels Rep George Santos; Rep. Bobby Scott Defends Due Process in Lone Democratic 'No' Vote
Written by: Sam Orlando Historic Expulsion In a historic decision, the U.S. House of Representatives voted to expel New York GOP...
Dec 2, 2023
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