Taxpayers on the Hook for Massive $115.3 Million James Madison University Expansion

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Virginia House of Delegates Approves Bill Establishing Standards for Limiting Room Confinement of Minors...

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The Virginia House of Delegates approved legislation during the 2026 regular session that directs the Department of Juvenile Justice to establish standards for limiting...

Virginia Bill Restricts Sources for Voter Registration Cancellations and Reinforces Military Voter Protections

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The Virginia General Assembly has taken action on legislation that addresses the cancellation of voter registrations in the Commonwealth. Designated as House Bill 111,...

Virginia’s $17 Million Eviction Program Expansion Sparks Fiscal Concerns

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The Virginia state budget recently advanced a massive expansion of taxpayer-funded housing subsidies, raising concerns among fiscal conservatives about runaway spending. Lawmakers allocated an...
The Shoosmith landfill in Chesterfield, seen here in August 2020. (Photo by Sarah Vogelsong/Virginia Mercury)

Officials push for transparency on testing around Shoosmith Landfill

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Local, state, and federal officials held a closed-door meeting on July 1 to discuss the next steps for managing Shoosmith Landfill in Chesterfield, which...
Exam gloves in a health clinic. (Photo by Charlotte Rene Woods/Virginia Mercury)

Eight school-based health clinics close in Southwest Virginia as federal funding pressures mount

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Federally Qualified Health Centers in Southwest Virginia have shut down eight school-based health clinics, prompting the Virginia Community Healthcare Association to urge U.S. Rep....

Virginia Delegate Introduces Legislation to Extend Early Intervention Services for Children with Disabilities

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The 2026 Virginia legislative session saw the introduction of HB103, a bill sponsored by Delegate Jason Ballard that aims to extend the Early Intervention...

Loudoun County Terminates Commuter Bus Pilot Program After Low Ridership

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Loudoun County has discontinued its commuter bus program after an investment of nearly $1 million yielded average ridership of less than one passenger per...

Fairfax School Board Considers Limits on Public Input for Year-Round School Plans

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During a recent Fairfax County School Board meeting, member Karl Frisch addressed the topic of year-round schooling and the role of community feedback. Frisch...
A carpet designed with Virginia and the rest of the United States lies inside a classroom. (Photo by Nathaniel Cline/Virginia Mercury)

Va. education department says failed proposal to delay cut scores stemmed from legislative mandates

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The Virginia Department of Education says its unsuccessful and much-criticized pitch to push back the state’s new proficiency benchmarks for reading and math by...
By scouring available public records and submitting Freedom of Information Act requests, we learned that local governments in the commonwealth have allocated at least 19.6 million gallons a day to Amazon, guest columnists Eric Bonds, Braderick Hatch and Fiona Steffens write. (Photo by George Frey/Getty Images)

Four Virginia counties will pump almost 20 million gallons of water a day to...

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How you look at something – the frame you use and your perspective – often influences what you see. This holds true with the issue...

Virginia House Bill 81 Directs Review of Maximum Temperature Standards for Certain Rooms

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In the 2026 session of the Virginia House of Delegates, House Bill 81 was introduced to direct certain state agencies to amend their regulations...

New Virginia Law Directs Standards for Reducing Confinement Time for Minors in Juvenile Correctional...

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In the 2026 session of the Virginia General Assembly, lawmakers approved House Bill 91, directing the Department of Juvenile Justice to establish standards for...

The rush to pass legislation at the last minute has led to errors.

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It's not the fault of Democrats when they pursue bad policies, like infringing rights, increasing taxes, and letting criminals go free early. Rarely if ever,...
Marvell data center in Culpeper County, Virginia. Virginia has the highest concentration of data centers in the world. (Photo by Evan Visconti/Virginia Mercury)

State’s love affair with data centers is cooling

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Data centers. Data centers. They are a necessity. We could benefit from data centers building in areas where there is a greater need, and doing...

Colgan High School Student Places Third in Virginia DECA Finance Competition

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Dylan Tobian a student at Colgan High School earned third place in the Virginia state DECA finance competition. This result represents the highest placement...

Loudoun Guild President Testifies Against Valley Commerce Center Proposal

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Sherry Shields serves as president of the Loudoun Bed & Breakfast Guild. She delivered testimony before the Loudoun County Board of Supervisors. The focus...
A view of BETA Technologies' Alia A250 Vertical Take-Off and Landing aircraft in Charlottesville. (Photo by Nathaniel Cline/Virginia Mercury)

Feds launch groundbreaking electric plane pilot program in Virginia

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A view of BETA Technologies' Alia A250 Vertical Take-Off and Landing aircraft in Charlottesville. (Photo by Nathaniel Cline/Virginia Mercury) Virginia hosted the first flight of...

Prince William County Advances FY2027 Budget with Historic $1.1 Billion School Transfer

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The Prince William County government has officially outlined its Fiscal Year 2027 budget, featuring a historic $1.1 billion transfer to Prince William County Public...

Manassas Park Schools Seek $900,000 from Reserves Amid Enrollment Declines

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The Manassas Park City Public Schools system is facing heightened scrutiny regarding its fiscal year 2027 budget proposals and administrative transparency. District officials have...

Prince William County Adds Speed Cameras in Construction Zones

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Prince William County has announced the introduction of speed cameras in construction zones across its roadways. The cameras are intended to monitor and deter...

Hollymead Elementary Principal Resigns Following Staff Member’s Arrest on Felony Charges

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Albemarle County Public Schools has accepted the resignation of Hollymead Elementary School Principal Joe McCauley amid a sexual abuse scandal involving a former staff...

Bert Mizusawa Suggests Capital Gains Exclusion Update for Housing Relief

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Senate candidate Bert Mizusawa has presented a proposal to modify capital gains tax exclusions related to the sale of principal residences as a means...

Rep. Suhas Subramanyam Votes Against KIDS Act Despite Having Children of His Own

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As a parent in Loudoun County, Virginia, few issues hit closer to home than the safety of our children online. In an era where...
RFK Outreach's new STEM Cybersecurity Mobile Bus will be traveling throughout parts of the Hampton Roads region, starting this summer. (Photo courtesy of RFK Outreach)

Virginia nonprofit launches mobile tech education bus for underserved students

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Two retired military cybersecurity experts in Virginia recently launched a bus service in Hampton Roads to raise awareness and educate students about technology, after...

Youth Detention Pressures Mount in Hampton Roads Region

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Hampton Roads communities are confronting challenges in their youth detention services as juveniles are sent to facilities outside their immediate areas. The practice stems...

Virginia Legislation Refines Voter Registration Cancellation Procedures

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The Virginia House of Delegates has advanced legislation aimed at refining the procedures for cancelling voter registrations in the state. House Bill 111 amends...

Parent Delivers Remarks on School Priorities During Loudoun Meeting

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During a public comment period at a Loudoun County Public Schools meeting, a parent presented remarks to school officials. The comments focused on the...

Mother Addresses Arlington School Board on Special Education Practices

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During a recent Arlington School Board meeting in Arlington County, a mother delivered public comments about special education services. She stated that schools are...

Jason Miyares Address Marijuana Framework in State Budget

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Attorney General Jason Miyares released a statement regarding Governor Abigail Spanberger and efforts surrounding marijuana commercialization in Virginia. Miyares recalled his earlier warning that...

Prince William County School Board Hears Concerns from Mother Regarding Alleged Bus Incident

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A mother spoke at a meeting of the Prince William County School Board to discuss an alleged interaction between her daughter and a bus...

Virginia Senate Race Features Republican David Williams Challenging Incumbent Mark Warner

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David Williams, a Republican, is seeking the party's nomination for U.S. Senate in Virginia ahead of the 2026 elections. His campaign focuses on opposing...

Justice Department Files Lawsuit Against Virginia Over Semi-Automatic Rifle Restrictions

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The United States Department of Justice filed a federal lawsuit on July 1, 2026, against the Commonwealth of Virginia and the Virginia State Police....

Resident Voices Concerns Over Proposed Rosslyn Boathouse at Arlington Meeting

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During a public comment period at an Arlington County Board meeting, a resident presented objections to the proposed Rosslyn Boathouse project. The comments centered...
A Fairfax County voter receives a sticker on Election Day, Nov. 4, 2025. (Photo by Nathaniel Cline/Virginia Mercury)

Democrats challenge Beyer in Va.’s 8th Congressional District, marred by federal layoffs

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Everyone in Northern Virginia knows someone who was “DOGEd,” either laid off or otherwise impacted by sweeping cuts initiated through President Donald Trump and...

Loudoun County School Board Examines Classroom Evacuation Alerts

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During a Loudoun County School Board meeting, members engaged in discussion regarding policies for notifying parents when classrooms are evacuated due to student dysregulation....

Franklin City Parent Delivers Message to School Board on Student Futures

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A parent in Franklin City addressed the school board during a recent public comment session. The individual presented remarks focused on the future prospects...

Virginia Lawmakers Enact Reforms to School Board Grievance Procedures

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The Virginia General Assembly passed House Bill 116 during the 2026 regular session, a measure that amends the Code of Virginia to require specific...

Prince William County School Board Discusses Discipline Policy Updates

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During a recent Prince William County School Board meeting, members addressed key elements of the district's discipline policy. The discussion focused on questions regarding...

Hearing Examines Data Center Project Stability in Virginia

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During a legislative hearing, Senator Bryce Reeves inquired about the status of significant data center projects planned for Virginia. He referenced information indicating that...

Justice Department Challenges Virginia Assault Weapons Law in Federal Court

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The U.S. Department of Justice filed a federal lawsuit on July 1, 2026, against the Commonwealth of Virginia and the Virginia State Police. The...

Virginia Congressman Suhas Subramanyam Addresses Questions on Donations and Advocacy Ties

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Rep. Suhas Subramanyam, Democrat from Virginia, engaged in a discussion covering his sponsorship of House Resolution 69 condemning Hinduphobia and his participation in an...

Parent Raises Transparency Issues at Franklin City School Board Meeting

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During a recent meeting of the Franklin City School Board a local parent participated in the public comment period. The individual expressed strong dissatisfaction...

Former Parent Member Details Changes to Integration Station Recommendation

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A former working group member addressed the Arlington County School Board regarding the development of recommendations for Integration Station. The comments focused on the...

Study Examines Radiation Absorption Differences Between Children and Adults Near Cell Towers

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Theodora Scarato has drawn attention to research indicating that children absorb more radiation from cell towers than adults. The difference stems from thinner skulls...

Understanding Unclaimed Property and Its Various Forms

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Unclaimed property consists of assets such as utility deposits and payroll or commission checks that remain inactive. Stocks mutual funds and dividends can also...

Loudoun County Public Schools Updates Discipline Committee Names to Reflect New Approaches

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Loudoun County Public Schools have initiated a process of rebranding certain committees involved in student discipline matters. This step aims to promote a different...

Loudoun School Board Schedules Special Session on Transmission Line Request

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The Loudoun County School Board has scheduled a special meeting for July 13, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. at Rock Ridge High School to discuss...
Gov. Abigail Spanberger, seen here in Richmond on April 22, has joined a national coalition of governors committed to preserving access to reproductive health medications. (Photo by Charlotte Rene Woods/Virginia Mercury)

Spanberger joins governors in Abortion Alliance

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From support for legislation and ballot referendums to helping states stockpile abortion and miscarriage management drug mifepristone, a growing cohort of governors are banding...
A Metro railcar pulls up to the Dulles International Airport Metro Station. (Photo by Tim Walck/Dulles Corridor Metrorail Project)

Lawmakers weigh merging Northern Virginia transit agencies to cut costs

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Virginia lawmakers want to examine consolidating Northern Virginia’s transit agencies to assess potential cost savings and service improvements.  The proposal, which is included in the...

Fairfax County IT Professional Discusses Hybrid Work at School Board Meeting

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Leslie Borkenhager spoke before the Fairfax County School Board as part of community participation. She described her position assisting teachers with technology needs through...