Good morning, Charlottesville.

Charlottesville police arrested 35-year-old burglary suspect Marco Antonio Berberena-Perez on Friday after a more than two-hour standoff on Short 18th Street that started at 10:51 a.m. and ended at 1:20 p.m.—he had outstanding warrants from an October 28 incident.

AARP Virginia warned that fraud may have cost up to $158.3‐billion in 2023 and said scammers usually start with a phishing message—often using AI to mimic loved ones—while urging everyone to verify messages before sharing personal details.

Charlottesville police arrested Marco Berberena-Perez after stopping a burglary in progress on Saturday morning—he is now in custody.

U.Va. Faculty Senate voted 46 to 6 in an emergency meeting on Friday to express no confidence in the Board of Visitors, saying the board did not protect the University and its acting president from outside interference.

The Senate also passed a resolution to choose an interim president and urged the board to be more transparent.

Charlottesville officials approved a plan to renovate the Albemarle-Charlottesville Regional Jail with a reduced scope after tariffs raised construction costs, and work is set to begin Sept.

15—Phase 1 will demolish the east wing and replace it with a new two-story structure to meet updated safety standards while smaller improvements will be funded from the annual maintenance budget.

A 'Healthy Streets, Healthy People' event at Booker T.

Washington Park on Saturday provided CPR training, mental health resources — and neighborhood outreach to residents. Organizers said the event aimed to boost community health and safety.

Tuesday Rumba Night with Vincent Zorn

7-9 p.m. — The Bebedero — Check venue for details — Experience lively gypsy rumba every Tuesday evening.

Lukas Nelson Concert

8-9:30 p.m. — The Jefferson Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience GRAMMY Award-winning artist Lukas Nelson deliver an unforgettable live performance.

David Wax Museum: Golden Hour

8 PM – 12 AM — Fry's Spring Beach Club — Cost info not provided — Experience the globally recognized sound of David Wax Museum live in Charlottesville.

Tuesday Rumba Night with Vincent Zorn

7-9 p.m. — The Bebedero — Free entry — Enjoy lively gipsy rumba music every Tuesday evening.

Virginia Wine & Oyster Celebration

5-8 p.m. — Eastwood Farm and Winery — Cost varies — Enjoy fresh oysters and live music by Matthew O'Donnell in a beautiful winery setting.

Tuesday Rumba Night with Vincent Zorn

7-9 p.m. — The Bebedero — Free admission — Enjoy lively gypsy rumba tunes every Tuesday evening.

Berto & Vincent - Wild Gypsy Rumba Night

7 p.m.-1 a.m. — The Bebedero — Cover charge applies — Experience wild Gypsy Rumba fused with Latin and Cuban rhythms as Berto & Vincent take the stage.

Cars & Coffee Charlottesville

8-10 a.m. — Barracks Road Shopping Center — Free entry — Enjoy a vibrant display of diverse cars in a friendly atmosphere every first and third Saturday of the month.

Psi Games 2025

10 AM – 6 PM — Omni Charlottesville Hotel — Experience a day of mind-bending challenges and competitions.

Tuesday Rumba Night with Vincent Zorn

7-9 p.m. — The Bebedero — Free entry — Enjoy lively gypsy rumba music every Tuesday evening.