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Wednesday, February 16, 202202/16/2022

Track Your Family History, Affordably! | CRN

Genealogist Brendan Wolfe shares tips on sleuthing a family history, and explains how his company, Black Sheep Genealogy, is making…

Tuesday, February 15, 202202/15/2022

State of the Community with Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Elizabeth Cromwell | CRN

Charlottesville Regional Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Elizabeth Cromwell previews this week’s State of the Community event and the…

Tuesday, February 15, 202202/15/2022

State Bill Creates First Virginia Center for Firearm Violence and Prevention | CRN

Coalition to Stop Gun Violence Virginia State Director Lori Haas talks about SB487, a bill that passed the Virginia Senate…

Tuesday, February 15, 202202/15/2022

Headlines Explained: Ukraine and Russia | CRN

Stephen Mull, vice provost for global affairs at UVA and former diplomat who served as U.S. ambassador to Poland and…

Monday, February 14, 202202/14/2022

This Week in City Government with Sean Tubbs | CRN

Sean Tubbs, creators of the Charlottesville Community Engagement newsletter, talks about the hottest topics in housing this week.

Monday, February 14, 202202/14/2022

It’s Bird Month and other Wildlife Rehab Stories | CRN

Alex Wehrung with the Wildlife Center of Virginia shares amazing stories of rehabilitation and discuses bird-themed events this month.

Friday, February 11, 202202/11/2022

Delegate Bell Explains His Bill Rolling Back FOIA Law | CRN

Del. Rob Bell (R-58th) explains his bill which would roll back a new FOIA law that grants greater access to…

Friday, February 11, 202202/11/2022

Top 5 Soundbites of the Week

WINA’s Dori Zook presents the top five soundbites of the week including fights over masks and the resignation of a…

Friday, February 11, 202202/11/2022

New Eats in Town with Simon Davidson | CRN

Charlottesville29.com founder Simon Davidson dishes on Marigold restaurant at Keswick Hall and a brand new grilled cheese spot.

Thursday, February 10, 202202/10/2022

The Most Dangerous Decisions Drivers Make | CRN

Albemarle County Police Lt. Randy Jamerson describes crash investigation and reconstruction. He recalls several cases that illustrate some of the…

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Police arrest protesters at airport as Minnesota gears up for anti-immigration enforcement protest

Police arrested about 100 clergy demonstrating against immigration enforcement at Minnesota's largest airport Friday, organizers estimated, as thousands gathered, despite Arctic temperatures, in downtown Minneapolis to protest the Trump administration's crackdown.