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Virginia schools face federal scrutiny over parental rights laws

The U.S. Department of Education is putting Virginia schools on notice, warning they could lose federal funding and face further investigation if they fail to comply with parental rights laws.

Loudoun County Board of Supervisors ratifies collective bargaining agreement with SEIU

During its April 1, 2025, meeting, the Board of Supervisors ratified a tentative collective bargaining agreement (CBA) between the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Virginia 512 and the Loudoun County government,

Ommair Butt running for House of Delegates District 26

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Fairfax Casinos to be added to the list of eligible casinos in Virginia due to Democrat Leadership

After the House leadership moved a controversial bill for the development of a Casino and Entertainment Complex at Tysons Corner between House Committees, lawmakers made a decision on Wednesday.

Virginia colleges and universities may start livestreaming meetings

Virginia’s public colleges and universities could soon be required to livestream their Board of Visitors meetings, ensuring real-time access for the public. The proposal, which passed the House and is now headed to the Senate, aims to increase transparency in higher education governance. 

Virginia Attorney General wants to take over Fairfax County indecent-exposure case

Virginia's Attorney General is reportedly seeking to revive an indecent-exposure case filed in Fairfax against a man who was later charged with for allegedly exposing him at Washington-Liberty High School, Arlington.

Virginia Democrats Shut Down after-school Counselors bill

A highly favored counselor bill from the Virginia Senate to make more volunteer after-school life counselors available died Tuesday in a 4-2 House subcommittee...

Fairfax County Casino Bill to be heard by The House Appropriations Committee

The powerful House Committee on Appropriations has taken up the discussion of legislation allowing a vote on a Tysons Casino. Speaker Don Scott (D-88) directed...

Gristmill Park Barn to be turned into a restaurant and concert venue

A group of local developers wants to turn the barn that has been unused for years at Mount Vernon’s Gristmill Park into a live music and restaurant venue.

Virginia Democrats set to increase towing charges

Virginia towing rates could increase soon under legislation that is advancing to the governor's desk. However, the decision on whether to raise the fees will be left to local governments.

Facing data center sprawl and an energy crisis, Virginia lawmakers leap into action. Just kidding.

This was supposed to be the year the General Assembly did something about data centers. Two years ago, it crushed the first tentative efforts to regulate construction, choosing instead to goose the pace.

License plate reader bill faces more scrutiny in Virginia Senate with Russett Perry in Support of License Plate Readers

As lawmakers seek to regulate use of automated license plate readers in Virginia, debates continue about how best to do so. Legislation faced a brief defeat in a Senate committee on Monday before being revived for further deliberation. 

Park View High School teacher arrested for intoxication

Loudoun County, VA (February 10, 2025): The Loudoun County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO) has charged Travis Jones, a teacher at Park View High School in Sterling, with Drunk in Public while at school on February 7, 2025.

Democrat Dan Helmer sues Democrats for $15 million over sexual assault allegations

Del. Dan Helmer, D-Fairfax, is hitting back. Months after facing sexual assault allegations that surfaced just days before his congressional primary, Helmer has filed a $15 million defamation lawsuit, claiming the accusations were politically motivated and knowingly false.

West Springfield is again the Patriot District swimming & diving champion

The West Springfield Spartans scored enough points in each event to win the Patriot District Boys Swimming and Diving Championship for a second consecutive year.

Fairfax County Casino legislation passes in Virginia Democrat Senate

The Virginia State Senate passed a bill Tuesday that would allow residents of Fairfax County to hold a referendum on casino gambling. The bill will now be considered by the Virginia House of Delegates.

Children’s Hospital Of The King’s Daughters to stop castration of minors

A spokesperson confirmed that the Norfolk-based Children's Hospital Of The King's Daughters, which is based in Norfolk, has also followed suit. This comes just days after UVA Health & VCU Health both suspended for all medical treatments that confirm gender for those under 19 years old.

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