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12+ min ago (741+ words) Preparations are underway to remove obsolete toll booths from the Richmond-San Rafael Bridge, setting a course for it to become the first bridge in the Bay Area with open-road tolling. The work to take out the booths, which are on the Richmond side of the westbound upper deck, is set to begin on Dec. 10, according to the California Department of Transportation. Caltrans owns the bridge and the Metropolitan Transportation Commission-Bay Area Toll Authority manages it. "In a nutshell, the shift to ORT is to make both traffic flow and toll collection more efficient," said John Goodwin, spokesperson for the Metropolitan Transportation Commission, referring to open-road tolling. "This is expected to increase safety and to reduce emissions." Toll booths on the bridge haven't been used since 2020. The agency stopped cash collection in favor of FasTrak toll tags. The project on the…...

39+ min ago (250+ words) RICHMOND, Va. -- Operation Silent Night, Richmond Animal League's 15th annual event to clear shelters by reducing adoption fees and finding foster homes for homeless pets, is well underway. In fact, 26 adoptions took place on the first day of the group's "hallmark holiday adoption" event, according to Lauren Behringer, RAL's special event manager. "The beautiful part of that is that because we had so many adoptions, we can fill those kennels back up with even more pets who need our help," Behringer said. The shelter's adoption fees, which range from $75-$125 for cats and $150-$250 for dogs throughout the year based on the age of the animal, have dropped to just $10 thanks to the program's sponsors. Additionally, RAL's hours have expanded to 12-5 p.m. on weekends and 1-6 p.m. on weekdays through Friday, Dec. 21. Any pets not adopted during Operation Silent Night will spend the holidays in loving…...

4+ hour, 11+ min ago (161+ words) LYNCHBURG, Va. " Law enforcement is searching for a suspect following a hit-and-run that left one injured in Lynchburg on Friday, Lynchburg Police Department said. LPD said they responded to the 3900 block of Wards Road on Friday following reports of a hit-and-run with injuries. The preliminary investigation showed that, "during an altercation in the turning lane, a white Toyota van struck an individual standing outside of their vehicle and fled the scene." Authorities said the person who was hit by the van successfully transported themselves to a local emergency room to be treated for non-life-threatening injuries. This incident is still under investigation, and the police department is asking anyone who may have seen the incident, or anyone with video evidence, to contact Officer Hudson at (434) 455-6047 or call Crime Stoppers at (888) 798-5900. You can submit an anonymous tip online here. We will update…...

7+ hour, 12+ min ago (46+ words) After a 6-year-old boy vanished on his way to a school bus stop one morning in 1979, family members, friends and neighbors scoured the gritty, industrial back alleys and streets of Lower Manhattan for ... Richmond news and weather update for Saturday, Nov. 29, 2025...

9+ hour, 50+ min ago (124+ words) Virginia Beach firefighters contained a brush fire Saturday evening after smoke was reported near a wooded area off Aloma Court. Virginia Beach firefighters contained a brush fire Saturday evening after smoke was reported near a wooded area off Aloma Court.Fire crews were dispatched around 5:10 p.m and arrived minutes later to find heavy smoke coming from the woods near Bluegrass Lane and Bentgrass Court Because the fire was burning deep in a densely wooded area with no roadway access, crews used a brush truck and a utility terrain vehicle to reach the roughly 100-by-100-foot burn area.No civilians, firefighters or pets were injured, according to Virginia Beach Fire Department officials.The cause of the fire remains under investigation....

10+ hour, 40+ min ago (168+ words) The Ohio Scholastic Soccer Coaches Association recently released its All-Ohio teams for the 2025 season, with three Highland County athletes recognized for their play this fall. Lynchburg-Clay senior Elam Faust and Fairfield junior Vivian Henninger were honored for their offensive play, while Lynchburg-Clay senior goalkeeper Caitlyn Collins was selected on defense, all for Division V. Faust scored 21 goals and added six assists as a member of the Mustangs" district runner-up team. Henninger scored 31 goals and had seven assists for her junior season, as the Lady Lions were district champions this year. Collins ended her senior season with 145 saves, as she had 213 saves for her career. The Lady Mustangs were district runners-up. Other area players earning All-Ohio honors this fall include Miami Trace senior Landon Burns (Div. III boys), Jackson senior Grady Massie (Div. III boys), Jackson senior Sydney Carpenter (Div. III girls), North Adams senior…...

11+ hour, 10+ min ago (37+ words) Arizona's 7-foot-2 center Motiejus Krivas tied a career-high with 20 points and added nine rebounds to lead the No. 2 Wildcats to a 98-61 victory Saturday over Norfolk State at Tucson, Ariz....

11+ hour, 32+ min ago (127+ words) NORFOLK, Va. " Norfolk Fire-Rescue crews responded to a house fire in the 1300 block of Buckingham Avenue Saturday morning. The fire happened around 10:21 a.m. When crews arrived, they found heavy ... Norfolk Fire-Rescue responds to house fire on Buckingham Avenue NORFOLK, Va. " Norfolk Fire-Rescue crews responded to a house fire in the 1300 block of Buckingham Avenue Saturday morning. The fire happened around 10:21 a.m. When crews arrived, they found heavy smoke and flames coming from the rear of the home. Firefighters deployed multiple hoses, and the fire was under control by 10:51 a.m. One person is being evaluated by medics at the scene. No additional injuries have been reported. The cause of the fire is under investigation....

12+ hour, 22+ min ago (1336+ words) From all-singing all-dancing shows to festive train rides to meet Santa, artisan markets, beautifully decorated stately homes and more, there are so many ways to make your Norfolk Christmas extra-special. The most popular events get booked up quickly, so don't delay! The Polar Express is back for Christmas, re-creating the beloved 2004 film of the same name. November 8 to December 23, Mid Norfolk Railway, Dereham The railway's Norfolk Lights Express is returning, with lights on the outside of each carriage shining onto the scenery in changing colours. Santa Special trains will also operate. Norfolk Lights Express, November 14 to January 3, Santa Specials, November 22 to December 21 at weekends, plus December 22 and 23, North Norfolk Railway, Sheringham Broads Tours Santa Cruises These festive cruises will leave from the Broads Tours boatyard in Wroxham. Santa's elves will have gift bags for children, who can also visit Santa…...

12+ hour, 22+ min ago (1336+ words) From all-singing all-dancing shows to festive train rides to meet Santa, artisan markets, beautifully decorated stately homes and more, there are so many ways to make your Norfolk Christmas extra-special. The most popular events get booked up quickly, so don't delay! The Polar Express is back for Christmas, re-creating the beloved 2004 film of the same name. November 8 to December 23, Mid Norfolk Railway, Dereham The railway's Norfolk Lights Express is returning, with lights on the outside of each carriage shining onto the scenery in changing colours. Santa Special trains will also operate. Norfolk Lights Express, November 14 to January 3, Santa Specials, November 22 to December 21 at weekends, plus December 22 and 23, North Norfolk Railway, Sheringham Broads Tours Santa Cruises These festive cruises will leave from the Broads Tours boatyard in Wroxham. Santa's elves will have gift bags for children, who can also visit Santa…...