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Trump Targets Cities Defying Federal Immigration Laws, He Says: See The List Trump Targets Cities Defying Federal Immigration Laws, He Says: See The List
Trump Targets Cities Defying Federal Immigration Laws, He Says: See The List A long list of cities and counties across the country are now officially in the federal government’s crosshairs for refusing to comply with immigration law. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has published a sweeping new list of “sanctuary jurisdictions” that it says are deliberately defying federal immigration enforcement — and officials are calling them out by name. The release follows Executive Order 14287, signed by President Donald Trump in April, which directs DHS and the Department of Justice to highlight jurisdictions that allegedly shield “criminal illegal aliens” from arres…
‘He Lit Up Every Room’: Virginia Boy, 12, Killed In Flood Remembered As Funny, Fearless Friend ‘He Lit Up Every Room’: Virginia Boy, 12, Killed In Flood Remembered As Funny, Fearless Friend
‘He Lit Up Every Room’: Virginia Boy, 12, Killed In Flood Remembered As Funny, Fearless Friend A small town in Virginia is heartbroken after a shining light was taken from them during the recent storms in the region. Days after 12-year-old Jordan Sims was swept away by deadly floodwaters, hundreds are coming together to mourn the loss of a boy who, according to loved ones, had a smile that could brighten even the darkest day. Sims wasn’t just any kid. He was that kid, they said. The one who lit up every single room he walked into. The one with the fearless grin, the loud laugh, and the kind of energy that pulled everyone in.  Family and friends say he had a heart big enoug…
Virginia Drug Pipeline Busted: Fentanyl, Firearms, Cash Seized After Major Raid, Sheriff Says Virginia Drug Pipeline Busted: Fentanyl, Firearms, Cash Seized After Major Raid, Sheriff Says
Virginia Drug Pipeline Busted: Fentanyl, Firearms, Cash Seized After Major Raid, Sheriff Says A multi-agency operation shut down a major drug supply pipeline in Virginia after authorities raided a property packed with fentanyl, firearms, and cash, officials announced. Detectives arrested Kajuan Stinnie, 25, after a brief foot chase in Albemarle County on Thursday, May 15, the Culpeper County Sheriff's Office said. The arrest followed a monthlong investigation that began in Culpeper County and led detectives to the 200 block of Saponi Road in Albemarle, where they say the source of the local supply was located. According to the sheriff's office, during the search, investigators seiz…
Virginia Boy, 12, Swept Away By Floodwaters, Found Dead The Next Morning, Officials Say Virginia Boy, 12, Swept Away By Floodwaters, Found Dead The Next Morning, Officials Say
Virginia Boy, 12, Swept Away By Floodwaters, Found Dead The Next Morning, Officials Say The search for a 12-year-old boy swept away by raging floodwaters in Virginia ended in heartbreak on Wednesday morning, officials announced. The body of Jordan Sims was found around 8:45 a.m. on Wednesday, May 14, following an overnight search effort, according to Albemarle County Fire Rescue investigators. Sims had been missing since 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, when a 911 caller reported that he was swept away by floodwaters while walking near Newtown Road and Valley Green Drive, officials said. Crews from Albemarle County Fire Rescue, the Albemarle County Police Department, and other agencies in …
Virginia Cat Shot In Face Miraculously Survives, Keeps Purring Through Recovery Virginia Cat Shot In Face Miraculously Survives, Keeps Purring Through Recovery
Virginia Cat Shot In Face Miraculously Survives, Keeps Purring Through Recovery This cat truly has nine lives. A fearless feline in Virginia has captured the region's attention as he recovers after being shot in the face and rescued by the Charlottesville-Albemarle SPCA. Rhett came to the SPCA in late March with unimaginable injuries that included a shattered jaw, leaving him in excruciating pain. While evaluating the cat, veterinary staff confirmed that someone had shot Rhett in the face. Despite the unthinkable injury, Rhett has not lost any of his heart. "While the bullet caused major physical damage, it missed his spirit," organizers of a fundraiser for the feli…
Millions In CT Breathing Unhealthy Air, New Study Warns: Here's Why Millions In CT Breathing Unhealthy Air, New Study Warns: Here's Why
Millions In CT Breathing Unhealthy Air, New Study Warns: Here's Why Nearly half of all people in the United States, including millions across the Northeast and mid-Atlantic, are breathing unhealthy levels of air pollution, according to a new study. The American Lung Association released its 2025 edition of the "State of the Air" report on Wednesday, April 23. The study, now in its 26th year, highlights troubling air quality trends in Connecticut, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, and Virginia. The report found that 156 million people – about 46% of the U.S. population – are living in counties that earned failing grades f…
Teens Connected To Stolen Jeep, Carjacking In Fairfax County Before Crashing In VA: Police Teens Connected To Stolen Jeep, Carjacking In Fairfax County Before Crashing In VA: Police
Teens Connected To Stolen Jeep, Carjacking In Fairfax County Before Crashing In VA: Police Two teens who went on a short-lived crime spree that started in Fairfax County and ended in Albermarle County when they crashed a carjacked car after their stolen vehicle became disabled, according to authorities. Shortly before 6 a.m. on Friday, July 5, officers from the Fairfax County Police Department responded to the Vienna Metro Station in the 9500 block of Salisbury Drive in Fairlee to investigate reports that a pair had stolen a Jeep Compass that was left unoccupied and running. Minutes later, there was a reported carjacking in the 8100 block of Porter Road in Merrifield, when the sa…
Driver Dies In Route 250 Bypass Crash In Alberbarle County: Police Driver Dies In Route 250 Bypass Crash In Alberbarle County: Police
Driver Dies In Route 250 Bypass Crash In Alberbarle County: Police A driver died in an Albermarle County crash on the Route 250 Bypass Thursday, Aug. 10, police said. The crash happened around 8:15 a.m., on the westbound side of the Route 250 Bypass near the exit ramp for Route 601, police said. The driver was declared dead at the scene. Their identity was being withheld pending notification of the next of kin. The crash remains under investigation by the Albemarle County Police Department’s Fatal Crash Reconstruction Team. Want breaking news in the DMV as it happens, or want to contribute? Join the DMV All Incidents Facebook group.
Armed Man In Mental Health Crisis Causes Shelter-In-Place Order In Parts Of VA (DEVELOPING) Armed Man In Mental Health Crisis Causes Shelter-In-Place Order In Parts Of VA (DEVELOPING)
Armed Man In Mental Health Crisis Causes Shelter-In-Place Order In Parts Of VA (Developing) Some Virginia residents are being ordered to shelter-in-place as they attempt to track down a 23-year-old man who is armed and is having a mental health crisis. The Albemarle County Police Department issued an alert at approximately 3 p.m. on Thursday, April 6 advising that anyone within a three-mile radius of 1041 Greenwood Road should stay inside as they conduct a manhunt for the concerning suspect. Police say only that they are looking for a man “with a firearm who is currently experiencing a mental health crisis.” No other descriptive information was provided. Anyone who sees any susp…
One Killed During Barricade, Standoff With Wanted Armed Suspect In Virginia: Police One Killed During Barricade, Standoff With Wanted Armed Suspect In Virginia: Police
One Killed During Barricade, Standoff With Wanted Armed Suspect In Virginia: Police A wanted man was killed by officers in Virginia after taking police on a lengthy pursuit on Tuesday and creating a barricade situation before fleeing to a populated parking lot and turning the gun toward them, officials said. Albemarle County resident Billy Sites, 44, died at the UVA Medical Center on Tuesday, Feb. 28 after attempting to evade arrest when he was spotted by police who recognized him. The incident played out shortly after 10 a.m. on Tuesday morning. Notification: Officers in the area of Emmet St. near the Red Roof Inn are currently on the scene of an active violent incid…
Not Horsing Around: Virginia State Police Assist In Special 'Fugitive Apprehension' On I-64 Not Horsing Around: Virginia State Police Assist In Special 'Fugitive Apprehension' On I-64
Not Horsing Around: Virginia State Police Assist In Special 'Fugitive Apprehension' On I-64 Traffic was tied up on a busy Virginia roadway early on Saturday morning as state police troopers made a curious apprehension of a wanted subject who’s been on the run for days. In Albemarle County, a Virginia State Police trooper wasn’t horsing around as he held up traffic along I-64 to help rescue “Mia” a horse that has been away from her farm since at least Thursday, Sept. 1. Trooper Lorenzo Goode was able to aid with the “fugitive apprehension” and Mia was returned to her farm safely without any further incident. #vsp doesn’t “horse around” w/animal rescues! We appreciate drivers…
Serious Motorcycle Crash Shuts Local Streets In Charlottesville (DEVELOPING) Serious Motorcycle Crash Shuts Local Streets In Charlottesville (DEVELOPING)
Serious Motorcycle Crash Shuts Local Streets In Charlottesville (Developing) A serious motorcycle crash closed local streets in Charlottesville on Monday, May, 2 according to initial and unconfirmed reports.  The crash happened on Rio Road near Mall Drive in Charlottesville(Albemarle County) around 10:45 a.m., authorities said.  Motorists can expect delays due to the crash, according to the Virginia Department of Transportation. The northbound left shoulder and left lane are closed, and all south lanes are closed. All southbound traffic is being detoured. Delays are expected through 12 pm according to the Albermarle County Police Department. This is a d…