State News
05/17/2026 · Richmond City & Richmond city Region
Amherst County Sheriff's Office Hosts Drug Take Back Day
Amherst County residents can dispose of unwanted medications free and anonymously at the Sheriff's Office Drug Take Back Day on April 27.
MLB News: Rodon Returns, Impact on Fantasy Rosters
Carlos Rodon made his return to the mound. Several roster adjustments across MLB teams impact fantasy baseball management. Here’s a breakdown of the latest news.
05/17/2026
Bruno Fernandes Expresses Regret Over Rice's Move to Arsenal
Bruno Fernandes stated his admiration for Declan Rice and his disappointment that Rice chose Arsenal over Manchester United. Fernandes acknowledged Rice's qualities and leadership, which have made him central to Arsenal's squad.
05/17/2026
Manchester City Defeats Arsenal, 2-1
Manchester City defeated Arsenal 2-1, impacting the Premier League title chase. The victory bolsters City's chances in the competition. Arsenal now faces increased pressure.
05/17/2026
Celebrini Named Canada's World Championship Captain; Sharks to Pick 20th in 2026 Draft
Macklin Celebrini will captain Team Canada at the World Championships, with Sidney Crosby serving as an alternate captain. The San Jose Sharks will have the 20th overall pick in the 2026 NHL Draft. This pick was obtained from Edmonton via the Jake Walman trade.
05/17/2026
Mitoma Omitted from Japan's World Cup Roster Due to Injury
Kaoru Mitoma will miss the World Cup after failing to recover from a hamstring injury sustained playing for Brighton. Takumi Minamino will also be absent. Takehiro Tomiyasu was named to the squad despite recent injuries.
05/17/2026
Manchester City Defeats Crystal Palace 3-0 in Premier League Match
Manchester City defeated Crystal Palace 3-0 in Wednesday's Premier League match. The win puts City closer to first-place Arsenal as the season nears its conclusion.
05/17/2026
Golden Knights Defeat Ducks 5-1, Advance to Western Conference Final
The Vegas Golden Knights eliminated the Anaheim Ducks with a 5-1 victory in Game 6. Pavel Dorofeyev scored two goals, and Mitch Marner contributed a goal and an assist. Vegas advances to face the Colorado Avalanche in the Western Conference Final.
05/17/2026
Dodgers Defeat Giants 5-2, Reclaim NL West Lead
The Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the San Francisco Giants 5-2, regaining first place in the NL West. Will Smith homered in the first, and Alex Call delivered a two-run single in the sixth.
05/17/2026
Ronda Rousey and Gina Carano Meet Weight Requirements Ahead of Saturday Fight
Ronda Rousey and Gina Carano both made weight at Friday's official weigh-ins. The fighters participated in ceremonial weigh-ins later that evening, finalizing preparations for Saturday's event.
05/17/2026
Olivia Miles Achieves Milestone in Win Over Wings
The Minnesota Lynx defeated the Dallas Wings, with rookie Olivia Miles reaching a rare statistical milestone. Miles is now one of five players in WNBA history to average over 15 points and 5 assists in their first three games.
05/17/2026
Notre Dame, Villanova to Tip Off Hoops Season in Rome Doubleheader
Notre Dame and Villanova will begin their basketball seasons with a unique event in Rome. Both the men's and women's teams from each university will compete in a doubleheader on November 1.
05/17/2026