Warrenton’s top cop to become next Charlottesville Police Chief
Charlottesville City Council has approved the selection of Michael Kochis to serve as the city’s next police chief. Interim City…
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Charlottesville Police Chief candidates introduce themselves at forum
On Monday, three finalists for the position of Charlottesville Police Chief appeared at a forum at the Carver Recreation Center…
Albemarle Fire Rescue staff has begun staffing North Garden
Full-time fire rescue personnel are now supplementing emergency response efforts in southern Albemarle County. Albemarle County Fire Rescue is now…
Charlottesville Council discusses gun violence; many governance details in written report
The Charlottesville City Council had a full meeting on Monday, and one I’m finally able to get to after taking…
Deputy Chief named as Charlottesville’s Interim Fire Chief
A veteran firefighter with over thirty years experience but only five months in Charlottesville has been named as the interim…
Director of Charlottesville Police Oversight Board leaving city
Another high-profile vacancy has opened in Charlottesville City Government. Hansel Aguilar has resigned as executive director of the Police Civilian…
UVA Public Safety report published
The University of Virginia has published an annual report that takes a look at crime on Central Grounds as well…
UVA Chief Longo addresses BOV audit committee on safety recommendations
The 17-member Board of Visitors of the University of Virginia is meeting this week at the Rotunda and yesterday a…
Albemarle Fire Rescue wants you to prepare for emergencies
September is National Preparedness Month, and Albemarle’s Deputy Fire Chief for Emergency Management wants you to create a plan for…
Charlottesville seeking input on police chief search
How much experience should the next Charlottesville Police Chief have? What leadership qualities would you like to see? What should…