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12/14/2025

Some characteristics are almost universally engaging for very young children: Illustrations with shapes and bold colors, photos of other babies and children, sparse text, books that ask them questions or give instructions.

12/14/2025

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12/14/2025

Read through the obituaries published today in Fredericksburg Free Lance Star.

12/14/2025

Joseph Alfonza Jackson, 45, of Spotsylvania, entered pleas to charges of aggravated malicious wounding, malicious wounding, unlawful wounding and using a firearm in the commission of a felony. His sentencing is scheduled for March 13 in Spotsylvania Circuit Court, at which time he will face the possibility of up to life in prison.

Joseph Alfonza Jackson, 45, of Spotsylvania, entered pleas to charges of aggravated malicious wounding, malicious wounding, unlawful wounding and using a firearm in the commission of a felony. His sentencing is scheduled for March 13 in Spotsylvania Circuit Court, at which time he will face the poss...

12/14/2025

Quick Hitting Snow Expected Overnight with Possible Accumulations

12/14/2025

Today’s most-clicked post: Trump has announced $12 billion in aid for U.S. farmers, but many farmers say that's not enough.

Trump has announced $12 billion in aid for U.S. farmers, but many farmers say that's not enough.

12/14/2025

Fernando Mendoza, quarterback of No. 1 Indiana, won the Heisman Trophy on Saturday night, becoming the first Hoosier to win college football's most prestigious award since its inception in 1935.

12/14/2025

Video footage recovered by police showed two people being struck by a Volkswagen Jetta, driven by Nicolas Hartman, that was driving well above the speed limit. Richard Harper was thrown into the grass, while Christopher Roop and the shopping cart he was pushing were knocked further up the road.

12/13/2025

The Ivy League school issued an active shooter alert and urged students and staff to take shelter during the second day of final exams.

12/13/2025

Braylin M. Cook, 18, was convicted of felony eluding and felony neglect causing injuries to children. His sentencing is scheduled for Jan. 29.

12/13/2025

As part of the celebration this weekend, theaters around the country are showing a new documentary about his life.

12/13/2025

The 12-team College Football Playoff bracket is set, starting December 19th. The first round features four games and the winners will advance to the quarterfinals to face the top-four teams.