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7+ hour, 4+ min ago (432+ words) ROANOKE, Va. " The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) and State Police are urging residents to stay off roads as snowfall continues across southwest Virginia, with conditions expected to worsen into the evening hours. "We really advise people to stay home tonight," says VDOT spokesperson Jenna Zibton, noting that the combination of dropping temperatures, reduced visibility, and increased afternoon commute traffic creates particularly hazardous conditions. "Our primary focus is interstates and primary roads until the snow stops," Zibton explains. Crews are actively plowing areas with two or more inches of accumulation while treating other sections with abrasives and salt. Even after roads are plowed, drivers should remain cautious as surfaces may not be completely clear of snow and ice. State Police report crash numbers have already exceeded Friday's total of 58 incidents. "This isn't a time to be out driving around looking…...

8+ hour, 23+ min ago (133+ words) RICHMOND, Va. " Richmond International Airport recorded 3.5 inches of snow on Monday during a winter storm that brought varying amounts of snowfall across central Virginia. The airport's measurement serves as the official snowfall total for Richmond and will be recorded in weather history books. However, areas west of Interstate 95 typically receive more snow than the airport's location east of the city. Snow reports from across the region showed significant variation in accumulation totals. Crewe in Nottoway County received the highest snowfall amount at 7 inches. Jetersville in southwestern Amelia County measured 6.8 inches of snow. The winter storm brings Richmond's seasonal snow total to 5.5 inches at the airport, which serves as the official measurement for weather records and data. How much snow fell at your home? Email the CBS 6 Newsroom....

9+ hour, 38+ min ago (1331+ words) UK now sits at No. 15 following a two-win week. The Wildcats traveled to Coral Gables, Florida, for the ACC/SEC Challenge and defeated Quadrant 1 opponent Miami 64-48. They also defeated Central Michigan 82-55 in their return to Lexington on Sunday afternoon. Though UK didn't play a great game against the Hurricanes, it saw another strong performance from point guard Tonie Morgan, who continues to establish herself as a consistent scoring presence. Against Miami, Morgan scored a game-high 20 points. She was joined in double-figure scoring by junior center Clara Strack (13 points) and senior forward Teonni Key (11 points). While it's true the team's biggest tests still lie head, its steady progression toward a unified front on both ends of the floor is noticeable. This team appears deeper than last season's, and similar concerns held last December, for the most part, ironed themselves out over…...

10+ hour, 11+ min ago (221+ words) CAROLINE COUNTY, Va. " A Virginia state trooper helped rescue a Maryland man from a burning car with the help of good Samaritans after a crash along Interstate 95 in Caroline County on Friday, the Virginia State Police said. According to a news release from state police, the crash happened at 7 a.m. near the 111 mile marker when a 2024 Tesla Model Y went off the left side of the road and hit a tree. Sgt. S. Page was heading north at the time and stopped to check on the driver just as the Tesla caught on fire. The Tesla's doors were locked and would not open and Sgt. Page broke the window of the vehicle, cut the airbag and pulled the driver to safety with the help of others. "I ran up to the car, saw that the doors were still locked and couldn't get…...

11+ hour, 11+ min ago (279+ words) CAROLINE COUNTY, Va. (WVVA) - A Virginia State Trooper and several good samaritans rescued a Maryland man from a burning Tesla after a crash on Interstate 95 northbound early Friday, December 5th, Virginia State Police said. At about 7am, a 2024 Tesla Model Y went off the left side of I-95 and struck a tree near the 111-mile marker, authorities said. Sgt. S. Page was driving northbound and stopped to check on the driver just as the vehicle caught fire. The car's doors were locked and would not open. How the rescue unfolded Sgt. Page broke a window, cut the airbag and with the help of multiple Good Samaritans pulled the sole occupant from the burning vehicle to safety. After removing the driver, Sgt. Page checked the car for additional occupants and confirmed no one else was inside. The driver has been identified as 34-year-old Foday Kanu…...

14+ hour, 9+ min ago (265+ words) DINWIDDIE COUNTY, Va. " Farmers in Dinwiddie County worked through snowy conditions Monday morning to ensure their livestock remained safe and healthy as winter weather moved through the area. What began as rain early in the morning transformed into snow by 8:30 a.m. in parts of Dinwiddie County. The fluffy snow fell heavily, blanketing fields where cattle were grazing. For cattle farmer Jamie Van Cleef, checking on livestock during inclement weather is simply part of the job. The snowfall meant spending additional time in the fields, monitoring his animals to ensure they were eating properly and remained in good health. Van Cleef pays particular attention to his pregnant cows during weather events, watching for any potential complications. He currently has several cows expected to give birth at any time. "We have several out here, due to calf any day now and when Mother…...

14+ hour, 50+ min ago (148+ words) Virginia is coming off a tough loss in the ACC championship in a stunning 27-20 defeat against Duke. The Hoos struggled with two turnovers and only averaged 4.4 yards per carry against the Blue Devils, which is uncharacteristic. Despite their playoff hopes being extinguished, Virginia has its eyes set on its 11th game." The opening odds for the matchup against Missouri have come out. Virginia is a 7.5 underdog heading into the matchup against the Tigers, per FanDuel Sportsbook. The over/under number is set at 48.5. DraftKings odds see it slightly differently in terms of the spread, with Missouri at -7. The over/under number is set at 50.5." "PFF Grades and Snap Counts From Virginia's 27-20 Loss To Duke In The ACC Championship "Final Bowl Projections For Virginia Heading Into Selection Sunday "Biggest Takeaways From Virginia's Heartbreaking ACC Championship Loss to Duke...

15+ hour, 18+ min ago (265+ words) New Kentucky football coach Will Stein will be paid $5.5 million in his first season on the job. Stein agreed to a five-year contract with UK that will run through the 2030 season. His annual salary will increase by $100,000 each year. Stein's salary and other benefits were outlined in a term sheet obtained by the Herald-Leader through the state's open records law. As part of the deal, Stein will receive an automatic one-year extension anytime Kentucky reaches the College Football Playoff, but his contract would max out with five remaining years in any season. Stein would earn $100,000 for reaching the SEC Championship and $150,000 for winning it. He could earn up to $500,000 for reaching the playoff, depending on the furthest round Kentucky reaches. The deal represents financial savings for Kentucky, which must still pay fired coach Mark Stoops $6.75 million per year through 2031. If…...

16+ hour, 33+ min ago (108+ words) ASHLAND, Va. " "Saturday Night Live" took notice of the now-viral raccoon who went into the ABC Store in Ashland on Black Friday, broke bottles of alcohol and drank their contents before passing out in the bathroom. Saturday's episode featured the critter during the "Weekend Update" segment with Colin Jost and Michael Che. The raccoon was portrayed by Sarah Sherman, who slid onto the camera to "explain their actions" in a similar pose to the way the raccoon was discovered in the bathroom. Sherman's costume included a bottle of the raccoon's "precious alcohol." See the full skit below, which has been viewed nearly one million times on YouTube....

19+ hour, 21+ min ago (101+ words) LEXINGTON, Ky. (FOX 56) " The contract for Kentucky's new head football coach has been released. Will Stein will be paid $5.5 million in his first season in Lexington. The university and Stein agreed to a five-year contract that will go through the 2030 season. His yearly salary is set to increase $100,000 each year. Year one: $5.5 million Year two: $5.6 million Year three: $5.7 million Year four: $5.8 million Year five: $5.9 million He will earn an automatic extension with a College Football Playoff appearance. If Kentucky decides to terminate, 70% can be paid in monthly installments....