Spanberger signs bill to raise Virginia minimum wage to $15 Gov. Abigail Spanberger signed legislation to raise the minimum wage in Virginia to $15 per hour by January 2028.

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Man accused of killing young woman on light rail train found ‘incapable to proceed’ by psychiatric facility The man accused of killing a young woman on a light rail train last year has been found incapable of proceeding by a state psychiatric facility.

Man accused of killing young woman on light rail train found ‘incapable to proceed’ by psychiatric facility #nationalnews

Netanyahu authorizes direct talks with Lebanon in potential boost to ceasefire efforts A tentative ceasefire in the Iran war is staggering under the weight of Israel’s intense bombardment of Beirut, Tehran’s continued chokehold on the Strait of Hormuz, and other differences.

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Some toothpaste users may be eligible for a payout If you bought Tom’s Toothpaste sometime in the past six years, you may be eligible for a payout.

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Student loses eye after being struck by projectile during ‘No Kings’ protest, attorney says A student lost his eye after being struck by a projectile during a "No Kings" protest, according to his attorney.

Student loses eye after being struck by projectile during ‘No Kings’ protest, attorney says #nationalnews

Aging Untold: Where to turn for help when hearing loss affects relationships and safety On this episode of Aging Untold, we look at how hearing loss can quietly strain relationships, safety and day-to-day independence, and where to turn for help.

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Status of Strait of Hormuz unclear in ceasefire deal A key waterway for oil shipments is at the center of the new U.S. and Iran ceasefire deal, but its status remains unclear.

Status of Strait of Hormuz unclear in ceasefire deal #nationalnews

Army veteran is charged with sharing classified details of an elite commando unit A U.S. Army veteran has been charged with sharing classified information about an elite commando unit with a journalist

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Scientists say the world’s oldest octopus fossil isn’t an octopus after all A 300-million-year-old tentacled sea creature has lost its crown as the world’s oldest octopus.

Scientists say the world’s oldest octopus fossil isn’t an octopus after all #nationalnews

Man accused of beating, breaking bones of a pair of 6-week-old babies due to lack of sleep, authorities say A man is accused of severely beating two 6-week-old babies, leaving them with broken bones and other injuries, according to authorities.

Man accused of beating, breaking bones of a pair of 6-week-old babies due to lack of sleep, authorities say #nationalnews

Man gets probation for hitting wolf with snowmobile, bringing it into bar with mouth taped shut before killing it A judge in Wyoming sentenced a man to 18 months of probation for hitting a wolf with a snowmobile before taping the wounded animal’s mouth shut, bringing the creature into a rural bar, then killing it.

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NASA reveals stunning new images of the Milky Way as Artemis II races back to Earth The crew of the Artemis II mission is homeward bound, following their record-breaking journey around the moon.

NASA reveals stunning new images of the Milky Way as Artemis II races back to Earth #nationalnews

Miner rescued after nearly 14 days in a flooded mine Rescue teams rescued a miner trapped for 13 days after a collapse in Sinaloa, Mexico.

Miner rescued after nearly 14 days in a flooded mine #nationalnews

Hanover woman dies in wrong-way crash A 44-year-old Hanover woman died Wednesday afternoon in a wrong-way crash in Caroline County.

Hanover woman dies in wrong-way crash #12OnYourSide

Young people give new life to historic Negro Spirituals These songs tell stories of suffering, faith and hope, but this part of American history that has existed for centuries is in danger of slipping away.

Young people give new life to historic Negro Spirituals #nationalnews

Richmond community debates controversial Palestinian mural at town hall Community members from Richmond’s Northside gathered at the Richmond Public Library to discuss a Palestinian mural that has sparked debate over its imagery.

Richmond community debates controversial Palestinian mural at town hall #12OnYourSide

Recognizing caregiver burnout and how to ease stress before it becomes a crisis How to recognize caregiver burnout and find the strategies to ease stress before it becomes a crisis.

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How hearing loss can affect relationships, safety — where to turn for help Hearing loss can quietly strain relationships, safety and day-to-day independence. We are exploring where to turn for help.

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Mother sentenced after pressuring child into taking THC gummies A mother was sentenced after she pressured her child to take THC gummies.

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Scheffler, McIlroy, DeChambeau lead star-studded field at Masters Scottie Scheffler feels rested, Bryson DeChambeau confident, and Rory McIlroy pressure-free as they lead a star-studded field at the 90th Masters.

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Police: Man shot in Gilpin Court One man is fighting for his life after being shot in Richmond.

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Woman mistakenly paid $1,650 an hour refused to return money to employer, police say A woman is facing a felony theft charge after police say she refused to return nearly $20,000 that her employer accidentally paid her.

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3 high schoolers killed, 1 seriously injured in fiery crash during spring break Authorities say the students’ car ran off the shoulder of the road and hit a tree before catching on fire.

3 high schoolers killed, 1 seriously injured in fiery crash during spring break #nationalnews

Couple hit head-on by suspect fleeing deputies; uncle dies in separate crash on way to hospital A family experienced two separate crashes in the same night, with one leading to a loss.

Couple hit head-on by suspect fleeing deputies; uncle dies in separate crash on way to hospital #nationalnews

Prosecutors move to subpoena Tiger Woods’ prescription drug records after DUI arrest Prosecutors are seeking Tiger Woods' prescription drug records from a Florida pharmacy.

Prosecutors move to subpoena Tiger Woods’ prescription drug records after DUI arrest #nationalnews

‘Very stressed’: Bellwood Elementary teachers face pay gap as school returns to traditional calendar Bellwood is switching back to a nine-month school year. During the transition, staff there will not be earning money during the month of July.

‘Very stressed’: Bellwood Elementary teachers face pay gap as school returns to traditional calendar #12OnYourSide

CarMax Park already a home run; Flying Squirrels addressing wait for food From elaborate fireworks, to stands full of crowds, and a even a Flying Squirrels win, CarMax Park is already proving to be a success in the river city.

CarMax Park already a home run; Flying Squirrels addressing wait for food #12OnYourSide

Hawaii doctor accused of trying to kill his wife convicted of attempted manslaughter Jurors reached their verdict against 47-year-old Gerhardt Konig Wednesday.

Hawaii doctor accused of trying to kill his wife convicted of attempted manslaughter #nationalnews

Police in Bahamas arrest husband of US woman who was aboard boat and vanished Officials have said Lynette Hooker was traveling in an 8-foot motorboat on Saturday night.

Police in Bahamas arrest husband of US woman who was aboard boat and vanished #nationalnews

Man could face 10 years in jail for lying about where he caught a fish, agents say Jody Jeane admitted to lying about where he caught a fish, agents said.

Man could face 10 years in jail for lying about where he caught a fish, agents say #nationalnews