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- Virginia Senate Reviews SB 707 on Dog Debocalization Limits
A Senate subcommittee examines legislation to restrict surgical debocalization of dogs to medically necessary cases only.
- Virginia Lawmakers Weigh HB 1160 on Dangerous Dog Procedures
Delegate Weber's HB 1160 clarifies deferred adjudication rules for dangerous dogs to limit appeals after repeat incidents and strengthen public safety processes.
- Virginia Pastors Release Open Letter Opposing Proposed Constitutional Amendments on Abortion and Marriage
Pastors from multiple churches in Virginia have issued an open letter addressed to the Commonwealth expressing concern over two proposed amendments to the Virginia Constitution.
- Governor Spanberger gives away $67 Million for Home Energy Efficiency Projects to receive only $15 Million in work
RICHMOND, VA — Governor Abigail Spanberger today announced the release of more than $67 million in available Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI) funds that were previously withheld by the Youngkin Administration.
- Virginia Lawmakers Weigh AI Fraud Alert System Modeled on Amber Alerts
A proposed bill would direct the Attorney General to create statewide notifications for major AI-driven scams threatening Virginia consumers.
- Virginia Pastors Release Open Letter Opposing Constitutional Amendments
A coalition of Virginia pastors has published an open letter at virginiapastors.
- Attorney General Jay Jones Announces $694 Million Settlement with Subprime Auto Lender Credit Acceptance Corporation
Commonwealth of Virginia Office of the Attorney General 202 North 9th Street Richmond, Virginia 23219 804-786-2071 FAX 804-786-1991 Virginia Relay Service 800-828-1120 For media inquiries only, contact: Rae Pickett RPickett@oag.
- Virginia Governor Proposes Large-Scale Solar Development to Address Energy Needs
Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger released details of a state energy plan that recommends the addition of solar panels covering 277,000 acres.
- Virginia Releases 2026 School Performance Data Showing Broad Improvements
The Virginia Department of Education issued the Fall 2026 statewide results under the School Performance and Support Framework for the 2025-2026 school year.
- Virginia Governor Proposes Large-Scale Solar Expansion on Agricultural and Forest Lands
Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger has advanced a proposal calling for the development of 277,000 acres dedicated to solar panel installations throughout the state.
- Swimming Advisory Issued for Hilton Beach in Newport News
NEWPORT NEWS, Va.– The Peninsula Health District has issued a swimming advisory for Hilton Beach.
- Loudoun County School Board Approves LGBTQ+ History Month Proclamation
Loudoun County Public Schools adopted a proclamation designating October 2026 as LGBTQ+ History Month.
- TRAP Program turns lost fishing gear into lasting solutions as nationwide impact grows
After recovering more than 600,000 pounds of lost fishing traps in just two years, the Nationwide Fishing Trap, Removal Assessment and Prevention (TRAP) Program is announcing 11 new coastal clean up projects in seven states.
- Franklin City Schools Weigh Digital Tools Against Teacher-Led Lessons
Franklin City School Board reviews screen-time practices and curriculum guides to keep face-to-face instruction central while adopting digital platforms.
- Franklin City Schools Confront CTE Funding Limits and Growth Barriers
Franklin City School Board reviews how minimal local budget support constrains career and technical education expansion and student opportunities.
- Virginia Lawmaker Advances Permit Framework for Hound Hunting
House Bill 1396 would direct the Department of Wildlife Resources to create a permit process aimed at accountability and safety for hunting with hounds.
- Governor Spanberger Hosts 1,000 Law Enforcement & Community Leaders for Statewide Summit on Strengthening Emergency Preparedness
RICHMOND, VA — Governor Abigail Spanberger today hosted 1,000 law enforcement, public safety, and community leaders from across Virginia in
- William & Mary Libraries receives NEH grant to preserve American Revolution-era materials
William & Mary Libraries is one of five institutions awarded the grant as part of a consortium.
- Virginia Lawmakers Advance Dog Hunting Permit Standards for Loudoun County
Delegate Marty Martinez bill gives Department of Wildlife Resources authority to set administrative permits and safety rules for hunting with dogs without criminal penalties.
- Advocacy Group Backs Virginia Bill Expanding Plug-In Solar Access
Climate Action Network Action Fund endorses HB 395 to improve clean energy affordability for renters and middle-income households through certified plug-in solar systems.
- Garrett Presses DMV Subcommittee to End Driver Privilege Cards
Delegate Tom Garrett presents House Bill 993 to halt Virginia driver privilege card issuance, citing prior gubernatorial support and rule-of-law concerns.
- After statewide tour, Virginia Lt. Gov. Hashmi officially opposes Dominion-NextEra merger
Lt. Gov. Hashmi is joined by two lawmakers in Richmond, VA on Oct. 6 2026 for a press conference announcing she is opposing the merger of Dominion Energy and NextEra Energy.
- Spanberger announces $1.3 million in scholarships and incentives for nursing students
Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger speaks during a roundtable with healthcare organizations on July 7, 2026.
- Eastern Shore Community College Launches New Engineering Program for Fall 2026
Eastern Shore Community College (ESCC) is proud to announce the launch of its new Engineering Program beginning Fall 2026, expanding
- Governor Spanberger Announces School Accountability Results, More Than $26 Million in New Investments for Schools
RICHMOND, VA — Governor Abigail Spanberger today announced the 2026 School Performance and Support Framework (SPSF) results, providing
- W&M professor awarded NEH grant to manage Yorktown archaeological collections
The grant supports rehabilitation of collections from 17 sites around Yorktown, including the Yorktown battlefields, the site of the last major battle of the American Revolution.
- Governor Spanberger Announces $615,000 in Virginia Main Street Grants to Revitalize Historic Commercial Districts Across 22 Communities
RICHMOND, VA — Governor Abigail Spanberger today announced $615,000 in grant awards to support 22 community revitalization projects across Virginia downtowns through the Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development’s Virginia Main Street program.
- Chesapeake Bay underwater grasses increase 7%, buoyed by gains in salty waters
Submerged aquatic vegetation (SAV), one of the Chesapeake Bay’s most important indicators of ecosystem health, increased by 7% to an estimated 89,395 acres in 2025.
- Who Runs Your Election in Virginia? A Guide to Registrars, Boards and Clerks
Three local offices share the work of Virginia elections.
- Loudoun County Expands GMU Direct Admission to All Qualifying Seniors
Following a successful pilot at three high schools that raised planned GMU enrollment by 35 percent, Loudoun County Public Schools will open direct admission to every senior earning a 3.25 GPA or higher.
- Virginia Lawmakers Advance Bill Expanding Athletic Trainers Role in Dry Needling Therapy
Health Professions Subcommittee reviews HB-841 to allow trained athletic trainers to perform dry needling for improved injury treatment access.
- Virginia Training Video Offers Limited Detail on Death Certificate Deadlines
A required Vital Records training video for physicians, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners mentions the 24-hour death certificate signing rule only once and leaves responsibilities unclear.
- Birding and Myth-busting at a State Forest
By Conservation Education Coordinator Ellen Powell In May, DOF fielded a team of six to compete in the annual Virginia Birding Classic.
- From Locked Machines to Sealed Ballots: How Virginia Guards Election Materials
Virginia law requires voting equipment to stay in view, then be locked and sealed, with keys and data going to the circuit court clerk.
- Virginia Schools Face Funding Strain from Excused Student Absences
Superintendents Association representative Tom Smith details how excused absences reduce attendance-based funding for Virginia public schools during a K-12 Subcommittee discussion.
- Virginia Advances Bill Mandating Multilingual Food Allergy Notices in Restaurants
House Bill 373 requires standardized multilingual notices and staff procedures for food allergies in Virginia restaurants to improve diner safety.
- Governor Spanberger Celebrates Virginia Ranked No. 1 in Nation for Workforce Training Program by Area Development
RICHMOND, VA — Governor Abigail Spanberger today celebrated that Virginia has been ranked No. 1 in the nation for its workforce training
- Eating more pulses linked to lower prevalence of cardiometabolic disease
Eating seeds from the legume family, like chickpeas and dry peas, could lead to a lower chance of heart disease, stroke or diabetes, according to new research from two William & Mary students.
- EPA to give $90M for clean water and restoration projects in Chesapeake Bay watershed, 28 in Va.
A living shoreline project on the James River.
- Born to Love Deer Hunting
I was born in September of 1985, about the same time the very first Whitetail Times magazine was published.
- The simple affordability fix Virginia just can’t seem to make
Townhomes under construction in Richmond, Va. on May 15, 2026.
- William & Mary launches new bioengineering degree
William & Mary is launching new Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science degrees in bioengineering in fall 2027 through the School of Computing, Data Sciences & Physics.
- Federal Observers and Monitors at Virginia Polls: Who Is Allowed and Who Decides
Congressional observers, court-ordered observers and Justice Department monitors are treated differently under the rules in a new state bulletin.
- Intimidated or Blocked at the Polls in Virginia? What the Law Says and Who to Call
Virginia law bars anyone from hindering, intimidating or interfering with a voter.
- Loudoun County School Board Unanimously Opposes Overhead Transmission Lines
The Loudoun County School Board reaffirmed its preference for underground power routes and rejected multiple above-ground options on school property in a unanimous vote.
- Virginia Advances Bill to Market Invasive Blue Catfish and Protect Bay Seafood
A legislative proposal would create a dedicated marketing position to expand commercial demand for blue catfish and ease pressure on native Chesapeake Bay species.
- Virginia Lawmakers Weigh House Bill 444 on Debt Lawsuit Transparency
House Bill 444 would require creditors and third-party debt collectors to supply clearer identifying details in lawsuits affecting nearly 200,000 Virginians each year.
- 40 Feet, 100 Feet, 300 Feet: Virginia's Distance Rules Around Polling Places
Three distances shape what is allowed outside a Virginia polling place: loitering, firearms and loudspeakers.
- Attorney General Jones Launches Firearms Accountability & Industry Responsibility Unit
Commonwealth of Virginia Office of the Attorney General 202 North 9th Street Richmond, Virginia 23219 804-786-2071 FAX 804-786-1991 Virginia Relay Service 800-828-1120 For media inquiries only, contact: Rae Pickett RPickett@oag.
- Loudoun Officials Detail Constitutional Limits on Student Searches by Schools and Officers
Ms. Scanlan outlines how 1980s case law and the Fourth Amendment tightly constrain search authority for Loudoun school officials and SROs.