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1+ hour, 6+ min ago (1196+ words) Our nonprofit newsroom delivers the most comprehensive, eye-opening and influential climate coverage in the nation, and more of it than anyone else. We call power holders to account for their actions, put facts front and center and stand up to disinformation. We need your help right now to keep our work and momentum going in 2026. This past summer, a fire at an electrical substation forced data centers in Loudoun County to rely on backup diesel generators as their power source. Grid failures like this happen often, but this time, shoppers in a nearby Walmart parking lot heard the noisy generators start up and reported smelling diesel fumes. "People were like, "What is going on?" said Julie Bolthouse, the director of land use for the Piedmont Environmental Council, an environmental nonprofit fighting data center sprawl. "This sounds like planes landing constantly…...

7+ hour, 7+ min ago (287+ words) Kentucky football continues to reshape its defensive staff by hiring Tony Washington Jr. as the program's next linebackers coach, according to ESPN reporter Pete Thamel. It's a move that brings both familiarity and proven development to Lexington. Washington previously crossed paths with head coach Will Stein at Oregon, his alma mater, where he served as an assistant position coach from 2021-23 while wearing multiple hats within the Ducks' defensive staff. He started his career as a graduate assistant at Nebraska from 2019-20. He moved on to Oregon before spending the 2024 season at UCLA, working with the defensive line and outside linebackers. This past fall, Washington joined Ohio State as an assistant defensive line coach, where he helped oversee the development of Arvell Reese, an All-American player and a future top-10 NFL Draft pick. A Los Angeles native, Washington was a productive player…...

15+ hour, 22+ min ago (311+ words) The semifinal stage is set for No. 1 seed Kentucky volleyball, as the Wildcats prepare to take on No. 3 seed Wisconsin in the NCAA Final Four on Thursday, Dec. 18, at 9:00 PM ET inside the T-Mobile Center in Kansas City. Kentucky has been dominant throughout the NCAA Tournament, including a 30 sweep of Wofford, a sweep against Cal Poly in the Sweet 16, and a sweep over Creighton in the Elite Eight. Their only dropped set came in the Round of 32 against UCLA. Outside of that brief hiccup, Kentucky has controlled matches from start to finish and remains undefeated at home this season. Wisconsin arrives in Kansas City after a statement win over No. 1 Texas in the Elite Eight. The Badgers earned a measure of revenge against the Longhorns, who handed Wisconsin one of its four losses during the regular season. Kentucky accounted for…...

18+ hour, 36+ min ago (1708+ words) Few experiences capture the magic of autumn quite like a scenic fall-foliage drive along the East Coast. From the fiery red maples of Vermont to the golden mountain ridges of Virginia, these routes turn ordinary highways into glowing corridors of color. The season transforms small towns into postcard scenes, wraps rural roads in warm light, and gives travelers the feeling that the year is slowing down just long enough to appreciate the beauty around them. For many Americans, these drives are more than road trips, they're cherished traditions that signal the start of crisp air, cozy evenings, and harvest-season charm. Small towns on either end of the route add charm without interrupting the tranquility. North Conway and Lincoln offer cozy caf's, covered bridges, and fall markets, perfect for grabbing cider doughnuts before continuing your drive. The combination of raw nature…...

19+ hour ago (271+ words) Kentucky basketball finally delivered its first major win of the season Saturday night, riding standout performances from Mo Dioubate, Jaland Lowe, and Brandon Garrison to a 7260 victory over Indiana at Rupp Arena. The night began with the return of Dioubate, who hadn't played since suffering an injury in the 8366 loss to Michigan State in New York City on Nov. 18. The junior wasted no time making his presence felt. Dioubate finished with 14 points on 4-of-7 shooting, added 12 rebounds for a double-double, and went 6-of-10 at the free-throw line. He also stuffed the stat sheet with five steals and posted a +18 in 22 minutes, giving Kentucky energy, toughness, and defensive disruption it had been missing. Lowe followed with his most complete performance since returning from a shoulder injury. After re-injuring it in practice prior to the Eastern Illinois game, Lowe missed five games…...

21+ hour, 30+ min ago (691+ words) Franklin is also expected to hire his former quarterback coach at Penn State, Danny O'Brien, to the same position. And, one of his most important hires, Chuck Losey, is also heading to Blacksburg as ... New Virginia Tech football coach James Franklin continues to fill out his coaching staff this month before the transfer portal opens in January. Last week, the Hokies hired their former head coach, Brent Pry, as defensive coordinator. Shortly afterward, Virginia Tech reportedly agreed to terms with Penn State tight ends coach Ty Howle as the new offensive coordinator. Franklin is also expected to hire his former quarterback coach at Penn State, Danny O'Brien, to the same position. And, one of his most important hires, Chuck Losey, is also heading to Blacksburg as Virginia Tech's new strength and conditioning coach. The Hokies are also keeping at least…...

21+ hour, 46+ min ago (132+ words) RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT) - Several Virginia ticket holders scored prizes Saturday night, including one who won $1 million. That ticket matched the first five numbers but missed the Powerball. The winning ... RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT) - Several Virginia ticket holders scored prizes Saturday night, including one who won $1 million. That ticket matched the first five numbers but missed the Powerball. The winning numbers were 1, 28, 31, 57, 58, and the Powerball was 16. The million-dollar ticket was sold at Express Food Mart, 4713 Backlick Road in Annandale. The next Powerball drawing is Monday, December 15, with an estimated jackpot of $1.1 billion. A single ticket that matches all six numbers can choose between the advertised annuity paid over 30 years or a one-time cash option of about $503.4 million (before taxes)....

1+ day, 44+ min ago (80+ words) OWENSBORO, Ky. (WEHT) " The Kentucky Wesleyan Panthers make a big push late to come away with a 75-65 win over the Tiffin Dragons. The Panthers look to make it three in a row on Dec. 17 against Illinois Springfield. OWENSBORO, Ky. (WEHT) " The Kentucky Wesleyan Panthers make a big push late to come away with a 75-65 win over the Tiffin Dragons. The Panthers look to make it three in a row on Dec. 17 against Illinois Springfield....

1+ day, 1+ hour ago (264+ words) Maryland-Eastern Shore Hawks (4-10) at Virginia Tech Hokies (9-2) Blacksburg, Virginia; Sunday, 12 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Hokies -28.5; over/under is 138.5 BOTTOM LINE: Virginia Tech hosts Maryland-Eastern Shore after Neoklis Avdalas scored 30 points in Virginia Tech's 96-74 win against the Western Carolina Catamounts. The Hokies have gone 6-0 in home games. Virginia Tech is ninth in the ACC scoring 83.3 points while shooting 46.3% from the field. The Hawks are 1-9 on the road. Maryland-Eastern Shore ranks second in the MEAC with 21.9 defensive rebounds per game led by Joseph Locandro averaging 3.3. Virginia Tech averages 83.3 points, 11.7 more per game than the 71.6 Maryland-Eastern Shore gives up. Maryland-Eastern Shore averages 5.6 made 3-pointers per game this season, 1.9 fewer made shots on average than the 7.5 per game Virginia Tech gives up. TOP PERFORMERS: Amani Hansberry is scoring 16.3 points per game with 7.8 rebounds and 3.3 assists for the Hokies. Avdalas is averaging 15.1 points and 4.4 assists…...

1+ day, 4+ hour ago (120+ words) AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Richmond County started a search for an armed robbery suspect Saturday evening. They started the search on the 3700 block of Wheeler Road after an alleged armed robbery at an SRP ATM. The suspect is described as a 40-year-old black male, wearing all black, a face mask and a camouflage jacket. We are learning more about the woman burned in a violent acid attack just steps away from Savannah's most iconic park. The suspect fled the area on foot in an unknown direction. The sheriff's office used K9 Units, along with the drone unit, to search. This investigation is in its early stages, and no further information is available at this time....