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Faith, Art, and Immigration: Churches Make Bold Statements

December 15, 2025

Churches are using Nativity scenes to make strong statements about immigration. In Charlotte, a church's Nativity scene includes ICE agents approaching the Holy Family. This was done to highlight the recent immigration enforcement actions in the city. The scene was vandalized by an unidentified man

crime

Uncovering Truth: A Retired Cop's Fight for Honesty in Crime Stats

December 13, 2025

A retired police sergeant, Charlotte Djossou, has been vocal about a long-standing issue within the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD). She believes that the manipulation of crime statistics is not a new problem, but one that has been going on for years. Djossou, who spent 21 years with the MPD, h

opinion

How Your Holiday Donations Can Make a Real Difference in Your Neighborhood

December 6, 2025

People often focus on big national issues, but real change starts at home. It's easy to get caught up in national politics, but true civic engagement happens in local communities. Instead of just watching the news, people should get involved where they live. This holiday season, consider supporting

celebrities

Austen Kroll's Love Life: A Chat with Madison LeCroy

December 4, 2025

Austen Kroll, a star from Southern Charm, has been open about his relationship struggles with Audrey Pratt. In a recent chat with his ex-girlfriend Madison LeCroy, Austen shared his doubts about their long-distance romance. Madison, who is now married, didn't hold back when giving her thoughts on th

entertainment

Spotify's Listening Age Feature: A Funny or Embarrassing Glimpse Into Your Music Tastes?

December 4, 2025

Spotify's yearly "Wrapped" feature has a new twist that's got people talking. This time, it's not just about the songs you've listened to the most. Now, it's also guessing your "listening age" based on your music choices. Some people are laughing, while others are feeling a bit embarrassed. For ins

politics

New Orleans Faces Immigration Enforcement Wave

December 4, 2025

New Orleans is now in the spotlight as federal authorities kick off a major immigration enforcement operation. The focus? Individuals with serious criminal records who are living in the city illegally. Think home invaders, armed robbers, car thieves, and those accused of rape. The U. S. Department o

entertainment

Social Media's Dark Side: A Horror Film's Bold Take

December 4, 2025

Horror movies have always been a mirror to society's fears. Today, those fears are increasingly tied to the digital world. Kurtis David Harder, a seasoned horror director, is using this fear to craft a chilling narrative in his new film, Influencers. This movie is a follow-up to his 2023 thriller, I

entertainment

2025's Must-Read Books: A Mix of Thrills, Love, and Big Ideas

December 3, 2025

In 2025, a bunch of amazing books hit the shelves. They covered all sorts of topics, from romance to sci-fi, and everything in between. Here's a closer look at some of the standout titles that had everyone talking. One book that stole the show was "Atmosphere" by Taylor Jenkins Reid. It's a grippin

health

Helping Hands: How UVA Health Spreads Holiday Cheer

December 3, 2025

UVA Health is giving back to the community this holiday season. They are donating $37, 500 to four nonprofits in Charlottesville, Culpeper, and Northern Virginia. This is to honor their over 18, 000 employees. The money will go to All Blessings Flow, the Culpeper Food Closet, Fauquier FISH, and Act

politics

Cities in Chaos: The Cycle of Crime and the System's Failures

December 1, 2025

Cities across the U. S. are grappling with a surge in violent crime, and many believe the justice system is partly to blame. Critics argue that judges and politicians are enabling a revolving door for criminals, allowing repeat offenders to roam free despite their violent histories. This cycle of cr