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For more than two years, Chesapeake leaders and staff have been working to conceptualize and plan for the future of Greenbrier, the city's main commercial hub. The public has two opportunities to learn about the draft plans next week and can submit feedback through April 9.
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Encrypted messaging apps promise privacy. Government transparency is often the price
Improper use of the apps has been reported in Missouri, Oregon, Oklahoma, Maryland.
Politics
Here’s how some human rights and LGBTQ+ groups prepared for major foreign aid cuts under Trump
The cuts from government funders have significantly disrupted groups that serve LGBTQ+ communities.
Local News
WJCC Schools lowers its budget request from localities
Williamsburg-James City County Schools is asking less money from Williamsburg and James City County.
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Photos: 53rd running of the Shamrock Marathon
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Crime and Public Safety
Many past criminal convictions — including some felonies — to soon be sealed in Virginia
Virginia is expected to begin shield many past criminal convictions — including certain lower-level felonies...
Sports
David Teel: Final Four picks, Cinderella Rams and NCAA Tournament politics
Bracket thoughts and forecasts, including some possible glass slippers and which No. 1 seeds will...
757Teamz
757Teamz track and field preview: Grassfield, Bayside stars return seeking more state titles
Grassfield's Sophie Rambo, a junior, has won nine individual titles after adding to her list...
Restaurants, Food and Drink
Pearl-shaped bubble foods are adding pop to all kinds of menus
Tiny sphere-shaped foods seem to be everywhere, entertaining mouths with their pop-ability.
Opinion
Cartoon: Biden’s Fault
Cartoon by Drew Sheneman for March 20, 2025.
National News
Lean Cuisine and Stouffer’s meals recalled for ‘wood-like material’ linked to choking
The products were distributed to major stores between September 2024 and this month.
Military
Pentagon restores histories of Navajo Code Talkers, other Native veterans after public outcry
The Pentagon scrubbed some content as part of a broader sweep of information that promoted...
National Politics
Amtrak CEO abruptly resigns from the nation’s passenger railroad
The resignation comes after billionaire Elon Musk floated the idea of privatizing Amtrak.
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A potting bench is among the best options for avoiding bending and twisting your back...