Workers at the Port of Virginia are now on strike. The contract between the International Longshoremen's Association and United States Maritime Alliance has officially expired without renewal. The two sides had been working on renewing their contract, but failed to come to an agreement before the contract expired at midnight today. That means the Port of Virginia is currently closed for business. Dockworkers are asking for more pay, and protections against automation. The effects of the strike are still to be seen, but officials say it could impact the local economy.
God’s Pit Crew is providing assistance in aftermath of Hurricane Helene. Richard Stelling explains.Preview: A couple of dogs have been seized by police in Gainesville after reports they were attacking several people. Prince William County Police say two loose dogs were seized after reports of them attacking and biting two people. Police say the dogs charged at officers when trying to grab them, causing the officers to fire at the dogs. The German Shepherds have been taken by animal control pending an investigation. They say no charges have been announced.