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- Warner seeks a final term as Mizusawa makes his case for change
Democratic U.S. Sen. Mark Warner (left) faces Republican challenger Bert Mizusawa in his bid for a fourth term in the Senate.
- Loudoun County Official Advocates for Enhanced Transparency in Infrastructure Planning
Loudoun County Supervisor Julie Briskman spoke during a board session about infrastructure planning procedures.
- Man convicted of four counts of forcible sodomy in Hopewell granted parole after 30 years
Waverly Otis Robinson, 63, was granted parole in September after serving decades on four counts of forcible sodomy convictions, according to Virginia Parole Board records.
- Study provides a remedy for coal dust in Newport News. Good luck getting terminal operators to pay.
This coal transfer terminal in Newport News sits close to many homes in the majority Black East End neighborhood.
- Virginia lawmakers approve plan to advance new K-12 school funding formula
A cup of pencils sit on top of a classroom desk in a Virginia school.
- Danville to Portsmouth: The alleged supply chain behind The Cannabis Outlet
Prosecutors list nearly two years of monthly payments to a Danville-linked supplier, a separate Norfolk shop where police seized seven pounds, and text messages with a co-defendant they call a source.
- Fairfax County man convicted in 1998 stabbing death granted parole over family's opposition
Troy Demar, 53, was granted parole in September after serving decades on second-degree murder convictions, according to Virginia Parole Board records.
- Testimony at Virginia Senate Meeting Addresses Unclaimed Veterans Burials
In a Virginia Senate meeting, a speaker in military attire shared details about assisting with the burials of ten unclaimed veterans who died without identified family members.
- What victims, prosecutors and the record told the Parole Board before September's grants
The minutes of the Sept. 10 meeting show victim input ranged from strong opposition to no response, and that prosecutors supported release in two cases.
- Governor Spanberger Announces M.C. Dean Expansion in Caroline County, Creating Nearly 2,000 New Jobs for Virginians
RICHMOND, VA — Governor Abigail Spanberger today announced that M.C. Dean — an innovative power and technology engineering firm — will invest $412.5 million to expand production capabilities at the company’s Modular Mission Critical™ manufacturing campus based in Caroline County.
- Leesburg Town Council Advances Airport Expansion Plans
Leesburg Town Council is moving forward with plans for expansion at the local airport.
- Virginia votes Tuesday: Everything you need to know about the 2026 primary elections
Voters on Tuesday will choose nominees for U.S. Senate and congressional races across the commonwealth.
- The $750,000 deal: A timeline of Mama's Chicken LLC in the Lucas case
Prosecutors say a Delaware company with a restaurant-sounding name was really a vehicle for a recreational marijuana license, and that the FBI funded a $100,000 'repayment' to Sen. Lucas.
- Governor Spanberger Announces Virginia’s AAA Bond Rating Affirmed by All Three Major Rating Agencies
RICHMOND, VA — Governor Abigail Spanberger today announced the affirmation of the Commonwealth of Virginia’s AAA/Aaa/AAA bond ratings by Fitch Ratings, Moody’s Ratings, and S&P Global Ratings — the highest levels a state can receive.
- Data center backlash set to sway midterm elections
An aerial view shows a data center situated near single-family homes in Northern Virginia.
- Virginia Beach man with long burglary record granted geriatric release after nearly 35 years
Michael McCoy Duncan, 62, was granted parole in September after serving decades on dozens of burglary and larceny counts convictions, according to Virginia Parole Board records.
- Report contrasts Descano campaign pledge with his testimony to Congress
Commonwealth's Attorney Steve Descano told a House subcommittee in May that his website's immigration pledge was "not my policy."
- Norfolk man, 71, with 1992 rape convictions and 2023 child-rape conviction granted parole
Clarence Eugene Billups, 71, was granted parole in September after serving decades on rape, including the 2023 rape of a child under 13 convictions, according to Virginia Parole Board records.
- Virginia Lawmakers Weigh HB290 on Parental School Residency Rules
Humanization Project backs measure to drop misdemeanor charges for parents falsifying addresses while keeping civil penalties intact.
- Virginia Honor Guard Conducts Military Burials for Veterans Without Family
A veteran organization based in the Richmond area of Virginia has conducted military burial services for ten veterans who had no family members present.
- Delegate Hodges Highlights Local Authority Over Affordable Housing Definitions
Virginia lawmaker explains why localities should set their own affordable housing terms in locally funded programs during CCT Subcommittee discussion.
- Lawmakers Report No Overcrowding at Fairfax ICE Site
Congressmen Walkinshaw, Subramanyam, and Beyer performed an unannounced oversight visit to the Fairfax ICE facility.
- Virginia Lawmakers Weigh Mandate for Career Coaches in Every High School
House Bill 138 would place a dedicated career coach in each Virginia high school to guide students toward internships, apprenticeships and credentials under counselor oversight.
- Congresswoman Kiggans Joins Discussions on Public Safety and Elections
Congresswoman Jen Kiggans of Virginia’s Second District took part in a discussion with FBI Director Kash Patel and Hampton Roads law enforcement officials focused on public safety topics.
- Mizusawa Accepts October Debates While Warner Remains Uncommitted
Bert Mizusawa, the Republican nominee for the U.S. Senate in Virginia, announced that his campaign has accepted three debate invitations for October.
- Republican Candidate Bert Mizusawa Releases Ad Targeting Senator Mark Warner
Bert Mizusawa, the Republican nominee for Virginia’s United States Senate seat, has released a new campaign advertisement urging incumbent Democratic Senator Mark Warner to retire.
- Virginia considers calls for mandatory school nurses as healthcare gaps persist
A school nurse listens to a young student.
- House report blames shutdowns for unpaid DHS staff as it targets Fairfax policies
The House Judiciary staff report on Fairfax County opens by saying shutdowns in 2025 and 2026 left many Homeland Security employees unpaid.
- Virginia Advances House Bill 131 for Campus Religious Accommodations
House Bill 131 would require Virginia public universities to adopt and publish consistent policies granting students accommodations for religious observances along with clear grievance procedures.
- Report says Descano's immigration policy covers all non-citizens, contrary to May testimony
Descano testified in May that his policy was written with legal permanent residents and minor crimes in mind.
- Culpeper Prosecutor Presses Senate Panel on Check Fraud Venue Rules
Commonwealth’s Attorney Russ Rab tells the Senate Courts of Justice Committee that clarifying venue statutes would help prosecute washed and forged check cases that cross county lines.
- What an ICE detainer is, and why Fairfax doesn't honor them
A House Judiciary staff report centers on ICE detainers.
- Virginia Advances Crypto Kiosk Safeguards to Combat Scams
Legislation sponsored by Delegate Maldonado seeks stronger consumer protections at cryptocurrency kiosks with support from Vice Chair Shin.
- House committee subpoenaed Descano over cases where immigration consequences were weighed
The House Judiciary Committee says Fairfax Commonwealth's Attorney Steve Descano refused to identify cases in which his office considered immigration consequences, so it issued a subpoena.
- Staunton man convicted of 1990 rape and robbery granted parole after 32 years
John Michael Moran Jr., 56, was granted parole in September after serving decades on rape and robbery convictions, according to Virginia Parole Board records.
- Virginia teachers balance AI innovation with student creativity amid rising academic pressure
A laptop is open to ChatGPT during an artificial intelligence workshop at the Virginia Tech Innovation Campus in Alexandria.
- Richmond man serving life for 1989 first-degree murder granted parole; prosecutor supported release
Calvin Darnell Johnson, 61, was granted parole in September after serving decades on first-degree murder convictions, according to Virginia Parole Board records.
- People named in the House report on Fairfax prosecutions
The House Judiciary staff report names 23 non-citizens whose Fairfax County cases it reviewed.
- Virginia Measure Would Lift Housing Grant Cap for Local Employees
A subcommittee bill seeks to remove the longstanding $25,000 limit on locality housing assistance grants for police, teachers and other essential county workers.
- Reston murder suspect was released a day earlier after Fairfax dropped charges
Marvin Morales-Ortez, described as an alleged MS-13 member, was released from the Fairfax jail Dec. 16, 2025, after prosecutors dropped assault and gun charges.
- Virginia Senate Panel Weighs Venue Change for Check Fraud Prosecutions
Courts of Justice Committee reviews legislation allowing prosecutors to charge check washing and uttering offenses in the locality where victims reside.
- Stephanie Minter's mother tells House panel 'a system failed my daughter'
Cheryl Minter, whose daughter was stabbed to death at a Fairfax County bus stop in February, testified to a House subcommittee and is working toward a recall effort against Commonwealth's Attorney Steve Descano, a new report says.
- Virginia Bill Clarifies 'Shall' as Mandatory Duty in State Law
House Bill 1299 seeks to establish that the word shall creates a binding obligation in Virginia statutes unless otherwise specified, following court rulings that treated it as permissive.
- Governor Spanberger Announces $52 Million to Support Hurricane Helene Recovery & Rural Localities
RICHMOND, VA — Governor Abigail Spanberger today announced more than $52 million to support projects across Southwest and Western Virginia through Good Neighbor Agreements signed with the U.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service (USFS).
- Fairfax has Two bond questions on the ballot with $16 Billion Dollars in Debt: What they would fund
Early voting is underway for the Nov. 3 general election , and Fairfax County voters are deciding two bond questions.
- Crabber Flags Maintenance Issues with Plastic Turtle Excluders on Bay Pots
Commercial crabber Nathan Everett told a Chesapeake Subcommittee that plastic turtle excluders face unstudied fouling and shrinkage risks that could impair crab pot performance and add lasting debris.
- Here’s where doctors diverge on Va.’s pending reproductive rights constitutional amendment
Medical professionals and medical students in opposition of abortion hold signs at the 2026 Virginia March For Life in Richmond, Va. on April 22, 2026.
- Report details reduced plea deals in Fairfax cases involving non-citizens
The House Judiciary staff report lists cases in which it says Fairfax prosecutors reduced sex-offense, wounding and murder-related charges against non-citizens.
- What the merger means for your bill: $10 a month for four years
Dominion and NextEra now offer a typical Virginia household a $10 monthly bill credit for 48 months.
- Virginia Senate Panel Backs Amended Mail Scanning Measure for Health Facilities
Education and Health Committee supports revised bill allowing drug-related mail scans in state facilities while protecting resident privacy rights.