Democrats, Republicans Clash In Virginia Senate Over Timing And Intent Of Redistricting Amendment

Democrats block Youngkin’s sharply worded letter as GOP accuses majority of rushing proposal to rewrite Virginia’s congressional map.

Inside Virginia's Elections: How Local Officials Keep The Vote Secure And Accessible

Registrars across the state detail the daily work behind voter confidence ahead of the Nov. 4 contests.

Halloween Week Storm To Drench VA: Latest Forecast

A mid-week storm could drench Virginia with close to 2 inches of rain and gusty winds. Here's what the Halloween forecast holds.

VA SNAP Benefits Won't Go Out In November, Officials Confirm

The ongoing government shutdown is hurting Virginia's most vulnerable residents, as officials confirm food aid benefits won't be paid.

Dog Attack Leads To Shooting Death | Remains Found At Fire | Homecoming Shootings: VA Weekend

Fatal shooting over sister dispute; couple shot in Fredericksburg; human remains found at three-alarm fire; credit card thefts: VA Weekend.

Gas Plant That's Part Of PJM's Fast-Tracked Process Is Getting Pushback In Virginia

Tenaska’s 1.5 gigawatt proposal would be part of the reliability resource initiative for “shovel-ready, high-reliability” projects.

Va. Corrections Department, Ombudsman Office Sign Agreement To Facilitate Investigations

The state’s corrections ombudsman is on track to investigate allegations of mistreatment and discrimination of prison inmates.

Virginians Head To These 3 Spots To Get Their 'Fall Fix': Survey

A recent survey asked just over 3,000 respondents where residents of their state prefer to get their true “fall fix.”​ Here's what VA said.

Home, Auto Insurance Rates Skyrocket In VA: See What Is Being Done

Homeowners insurance rates have jumped an average of 50% nationwide, while auto insurance rates have seen a 42% increase. See VA increases.

Virginia Homeschool Numbers Trend Upward, Spark Oversight Debate

Buchmeyer, who was homeschooled, cited a Cardus survey that reported homeschooled students are more well-rounded in other aspects of life.

UVA, Department Of Justice Agree To Pause Civil Rights Investigations

The DOJ announced that it has agreed to suspend its five federal civil rights investigations against the University of Virginia.

University Of Virginia Reaches Deal To Pause Federal Investigations

The deal was announced by the Justice Department, which began reviewing the admissions process at UVA's Charlottesville campus in April.

Dominion Long-Range Projections Show Major Energy Growth, What It Takes To Fully Comply With VCEA

Dominion spokesman Aaron Ruby emphasized that these projections are not guaranteed to be the exact dollar amounts for those years.

Virginia Patients, Nonprofits Cope With Loss Of Federal Funding For HIV/AIDS Patients

Part Three of The Mercury’s Pulse Check series explores how a reduction of Ryan White funding could mean increased spread of the disease.

Vultures Are Dying Across VA: Here's Why, According To Officials

The Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources has received reports of groups of dead black vultures across the state, possibly from a virus.

Democrats Crowd Into Virginia's 2nd District Race As Kiggans Faces Mounting Headwinds

Six Democrats are vying to challenge the Republican incumbent in one of Virginia’s most competitive House districts.

DNC Boosts Virginia's Get-Out-The-Vote Efforts With Additional Six-Figure Investment

The group has poured millions into Democratic races up and down the ballot this election cycle.

Merck To Invest $3 Billion In Elkton Expansion, Adding Up To 500 Jobs In Shenandoah Valley

The pharmaceutical giant’s investment cements Virginia’s rise as a life-sciences hub.

School Bomb Threats | KKK Fliers Distributed | Masked Strangers Make Threats: VA Weekend

Two NoVA schools received bomb threats; KKK fliers distributed in a town; masked strangers threaten residents; indecent exposure arrest.

Human Trafficking Tips, Narcotics Seized In VA Crime Crackdown

Police agencies statewide recently turned up tips on human trafficking cases, recovered firearms and seized nearly $500,000 in drugs.

La Niña Has Arrived In VA: What Forecasters Say It Means

The major climate pattern La Niña is expected to last through February. Here's what it could mean for Virginia this winter.

At Debate, Attorney General Candidates Jones And Miyares Trade Barbs Over Violent Texts, Trump

On the debate stage, both men promised to protect Virginians, but professed vastly different approaches to doing so.

Trash Bins Made From Trash: Central Virginia Municipalities Invest In New Recycling Venture

The company UBQ ships European garbage to its production site in the Netherlands, where items destined for the landfill are ground down.

Major Pharmacy Taking Over Prescriptions For 5 Rite Aid Stores In VA

An online list published by Rite Aid shows where the chain's prescriptions will be transferred in Virginia.

House District 82 Rematch Could Help Decide Control Of Virginia's Legislature

Republican Del. Kim Taylor faces Democrat Kimberly Pope Adams again as both candidates spotlight economic policy and abortion access.

DC Metro Region Leaders Exclude I-495 Express Lanes Project From Long-Term Plan

Leaders tell VDOT to rework the project, report back on status next year.

Youngkin Touts Henrico Firm Powering Virginia's Data Center Boom

Governor highlights Hyper’s role in meeting surging demand for energy-efficient equipment.

Warner, Kaine Push Bill To Shield Federal Workers From Evictions, Defaults Amid Shutdown

As layoffs ripple across Virginia, the Federal Employee Civil Relief Act aims to protect thousands of families from losing homes and cars.

As Nor’Easter Moves Out, VA Weather To Shift: See Timeline Of Rain, Wind

As a nor'easter moves past Virginia it will drop more rain on the state; flooding is reported in Hampton Roads. See the latest forecast.

Truck Driver Dies | Airport Worker Punched | Cold Case Murderer | Trans Suspensions: VA Weekend

Museums, National Zoo closed; student suspensions in transgender case; airport worker punched; and shooting in Alexandria.

Virginia Is 1 Of Just 3 States That Passed License Plate Reader Laws This Year, Despite Widespread Interest

License plate readers collect and store large amounts of data, which is susceptible to data breaches and hacking.

Familiar Foes, New Stakes: Coyner–Dougherty Rematch Tests Va.'S Suburban Swing In House District 75

The Republican incumbent’s education record and the Democrat’s health care message collide in 2025's most competitive House race.

Democrat Mehta Aims To Unseat Republican Earley In Chesterfield-Based House District 73 Race

The race to represent House District 73, which encompasses much of Chesterfield County, serves as a litmus test for shifting demographics.

Study Shows Osprey Chicks Are Starving; Conservationists Question Connection To Menhaden Fishing

The 2025 breeding season, which stretches from March to August, experienced major weather events that impacted the nesting.

GMU Energy Report Shows Need For Education On Energy Projects, Efficiency Focus

The report projects that Virginia will see an 8%increase in energy demand by 2030 and a 20% increase by 2035.

These 4 VA, DC Restaurants 'Define Dining,' New Top 100 Ranking Says

These 4 Virginia and D.C. restaurants serve exceptional food and delight their communities, said a ranking by an online reservation service.

Metropolitan School of the Arts Alumni Shine on Broadway and National Stages

Alexandria Performing Arts’ Graduates Soar to Prestigious Dance Programs

‘Demon Copperhead' Author, Virginian Lays Foundation For Women In Appalachia To Beat Addiction

Barbara Kingsolver opened the Pennington Gap facility in January with royalties from her Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, 'Demon Copperhead.'

Study: Most School Boards Give Their Districts ‘A' Or ‘B' But The Public Doesn't Rate Them So Highly

Research covers school board members' findings about demographics and the perception of political alignment with the rest of the country.

Study: Va. Community College Enrollment Down As Career, Technical Education Signups Increase

“The importance of an efficient, transparent and unified community college system cannot be overstated,” said David Doré, VCCS chancellor.