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Closed Captioning Contests Contest Winners Jobs@NBC29 JobSpot Meet the Team Programming Sponsorship Request Gray DC Bureau Submit a Story Idea Investigate TV Health Lodge at Old Trail Rita's Lunch Bag Sentara Martha Jefferson Monday UVA House Call News Links Live Stream DECISION 2020 / Click for election results US panel endorses widespread use of Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine The Food and Drug Administration is expected to follow the recommendation issued Thursday by its expert advisers. By Associated Press Published 22m at 6:53 PM U.S. Senator Tim Kaine hopeful for a COVID-19 relief package By Sharon Ketcham Va. Dept. of Education releases annual report on state’s public schools By WHSV Newsroom Police: Drugs, firearms recovered at Waynesboro residence By WHSV Newsroom Thomas Jefferson Health District coordinating first wave of vaccines, planning public vaccination events By CJ Paschall and Rachel Hirschheimer Missing Woody doll made Home Depot ‘employee’ before reunion with owner In Pixar’s Toy Story franchise, Sheriff Woody is known to get separated from his owner, so when an employee at the Plaistow Home Depot found the doll in the parking lot, coworkers put the word out on social media and had some fun along the way. By WBZ-TV 2h 2h 50 Currently in Charlottesville, VA Full Forecast National Politics Biden’s Pentagon nominee puts some Democrats in a bind In announcing Austin’s pick, Biden said he hoped the Senate would grant Austin the same waiver it did Mattis. By WILL WEISSERT, ROBERT BURNS and LISA MASCARO December 9 December 9 Click here to watch Charlottesville's Grand Illumination Holiday Concert Local businesses are the heart of our community. We want to help you connect with businesses that drive our local economy. TOP STORIES Officials: Virginia man took Vegas trip with $350K PPP loan A Virginia man who authorities say used a fraudulently obtained $350,000 Paycheck Protection Program loan for personal expenses has pleaded guilty to bank fraud. By Associated Press Published 1h at 5:34 PM Kirk Cox unveils $50 million initiative for law enforcement as part of governor campaign Republican candidate for governor Kirk Cox has unveiled his first formal proposal on Thursday. By NBC12 Newsroom Published 1h at 5:27 PM Falwell drops defamation lawsuit against Liberty University The News & Advance of Lynchburg reported Thursday that a judge granted a motion this week to nonsuit the case, which leaves open the possibility of Falwell refiling a similar one later. By Associated Press Published 1h at 5:27 PM Fellini’s Restaurant announces it will close for good Dec. 19 In a social media post, Fellini’s Restaurant announces it will close its doors for good December 19. By Patrick Huddleston Published 1h at 5:16 PM Advocates, inmates want more from VADOC as COVID-19 spikes Prisons are divided into “zones.” Inmates have been given personal protective equipment. Visitation is canceled. Testing has ramped up. Still, the positive COVID-19 cases continue to climb within Virginia prisons. By Joseph Whitney Smith and Sam Fowler 2h 2h Get the word out about your community events! Catch Sunrise Stumper weekday mornings on NBC29 News at Sunrise! NBC29 Skycam Archive Is your hero a nurse, grocery store worker, delivery person, or a neighbor lending a helping hand? Let them know! Let everyone know! National News Police help girl stuck in toy stroller, buy her a new one It may not have been one of the officers' most challenging rescues, but it was one of the most rewarding. By WABC staff 3h 3h Gov. Northam expands mask mandate, limits social gatherings to 10 people Governor Northam has introduced new COVID-19 restrictions: Virginians should stay at home from 12 a.m. to 5 a.m., wear masks in indoor and outdoor settings, and limit social gatherings to 10 people. By NBC29 Newsroom Published 4h at 2:49 PM Crozet ice cream shop holds competition ahead of UVA-Va. Tech rivalry football game The Crozet Creamery in Crozet is hopping on board the hoopla of the UVA-Virginia Tech Commonwealth Clash football game this week by having their own competition, the Creamery Clash. By Patrick Huddleston Published 4h at 2:40 PM International Neighbors helping refugee families in Charlottesville form lifelong bonds Settling in a place where the language and culture are completely different can be a huge challenge for any refugee family, but one organization in Charlottesville is making that adjustment a little bit easier with the help of some neighbors. By Rachel Hirschheimer Published 5h at 1:42 PM Police investigating shooting at Motel 6 in Harrisonburg and a police chase on I-81 Police are investigating a shooting in Harrisonburg and a police chase that started in Harrisonburg and proceeded into Rockingham and Shenandoah counties. By WHSV Newsroom Published 1:13 PM at 1:13 PM Rep. Riggleman slams lawmakers for stalled COVID-19 funding, failing to acknowledge Biden win 5th District Congressman Denver Riggleman says he’s confident there will be a COVID-19 relief bill before the end of the year and he’s speaking out about why he’s one of few Republicans on the Hill that has acknowledged President-elect Joe Biden’s victory. By Daniel Grimes Published 9:16 AM at 9:16 AM VDH: 271,043 total cases of COVID-19 in Virginia, 4,335 deaths Check here for the latest Virginia Department of Health statistics on the status of COVID-19 in Virginia. By NBC29 Newsroom Published 8:48 AM at 8:48 AM Rockingham Supervisors hear MRRJ explansion plans While MRRJ is in Augusta County, surrounding counties bought into the jail for more space, like Rockingham County did in 2015, but the need for more room has grown. By Cayley Urenko Published 12:43 AM at 12:43 AM UVA physician shares why she’s getting vaccinated to ease concerns over safety Dr. Ebony Hilton believes her voice can be valuable in spreading truth and science, while still understanding concerns. “I, as a Black physician, a Black woman physician, I match the demographic of the greatest disparity.” By Max Marcilla Published December 9, 2020 at 10:17 PM Coronavirus One-day US coronavirus-related deaths top 3,100, more than D-Day or 9/11 All told, the crisis has left more than 290,000 people dead in the U.S, with more than 15 million confirmed infections. By HEATHER HOLLINGSWORTH 4h 4h Check out what is on NBC29 and CW29 JobSpot Show off your photography skills! Send us your pics of news, weather, your pets and more. Click here to begin. Adulting 101. We could all use a little help sometimes. SPORTS Kiki Jefferson scores 23; JMU women defeat George Washington 79-69 Kiki Jefferson scored a career-high and game-high 23 points, and the James Madison women’s basketball team defeated George Washington 79-69 on Wednesday in Harrisonburg. By Mike Shiers Published December 9, 2020 at 10:18 PM UVA receiver Ra’Shaun Henry ready for rivalry By Mike Shiers Virginia basketball pauses all team activities due to COVID-19 issues By Mike Shiers UVA basketball postpones much anticipated Michigan State game in light of COVID-19 issues By Riley Wyant Surprise! Washington ends Pittsburgh’s perfect season 23-17 The Pittsburgh Steelers’ run at perfection is over. By Associated Press December 7 December 7 MORE TOP STORIES Augusta County infectious disease doctor says some side effects of vaccin...