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Overdose crisis spurs school notification bills, but key details still up for debate

With drug overdoses continuing to strain Virginia communities, a proposal requiring schools to notify parents of overdose cases is gaining momentum in the General Assembly.

Juli Briskman Compares Deportation of Violent Criminals to the Holocaust as Loudoun Supervisor

In an outrageous, offensive and tone-deaf post, Juli Briskman, Loudoun County Supervisor has equated the removal of violent, crime committing illegal aliens to the atrocities perpetrated on law abiding Jewish citizens during Kristallnacht (1938) in Nazi Germany and the deportation of Jews from Nazi occupied countries to death camps.

Saudi private school shuts down in Herndon, shocking families

After close to a decade in the Herndon area, the Islamic private school announced in late January that it will close for good after the 2024-2025 academic year, citing challenges with identifying a "viable financial path to self-sustainability."

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Virginia GOP feud with conservative wing spills into critical election year

The latest salvo in the intra-party battle came in the form of an open letter, signed by six Republican officials from the hardline conservative 5th District — including Chairman Rick Buchanan and five members of the State Central Committee. 

Juli Briskman Compares Deportation of Violent Criminals to the Holocaust as Loudoun Supervisor

In an outrageous, offensive and tone-deaf post, Juli Briskman, Loudoun County Supervisor has equated the removal of violent, crime committing illegal aliens to the atrocities perpetrated on law abiding Jewish citizens during Kristallnacht (1938) in Nazi Germany and the deportation of Jews from Nazi occupied countries to death camps.

Leesburg Family Displaced after Electrical Fire

All nine members of a Leesburg family were fortunate to have escaped last night’s accidental electrical fire with no injuries however significant damages have displaced the family from their home. 

Experts say that reports of the NoVa housing collapse are exaggerated.

Has the Northern Virginia Housing Market Imploded in the wake of Elon Musk and President Donald Trump's efforts at firing hundreds of federal workers via Musk's Department of Government Efficiency?

Norfolk Construction begins on $750M Casino

The Norfolk Casino's Jay Smith confirmed the start of construction for this long-awaited project near Harbor Park. Although a symbolic groundbreaking ceremony took place in October 2024 the actual site work began last week.

Loudoun County Public Schools Pursuing Politically Driven School Renaming Instead of Academic Excellence and Better Facilities

In 2020, Loudoun County Public School Board contracted with a private firm to review the names of all LCPS schools and mascots for political correctness.  This action was not done at the request of any student, parent, teacher, or school staff. 

Fairfax County Police Officer stabbed near Fair Lakes

A man was arrested for allegedly stabbing an officer of the Fairfax County Police Department. According to scanner traffic, officers responded to the block of...

Richmond Kickers reveal new logo and branding in 2025 season

The Richmond Kickers are the professional men's soccer club in the Richmond region. They have unveiled a new brand identity and logo for their...

Fairfax Schools Superintendent requests $268M in funding increases

The $213 million raise is part of the newly negotiated Collective Bargaining Agreement between Fairfax Education Unions and the School Board. The county's ability to pay for it is an unanswered question.

Senate Democrats move to Change Voter Roll Removal Laws Again

Last August, just 90 days before Election Day, Gov. Glenn Youngkin appeared on Fox News to defend the removal of voters from the rolls who were believed to be non-U.S. citizens — a move that sparked immediate backlash and a lawsuit.

Data centers fuel energy debates as lawmakers seek ratepayer protections

With data centers placing an ever-growing strain on the grid, Virginia legislators are introducing measures to ensure residents don’t bear the brunt of rising energy costs caused by the booming industry. However, the proposals are facing stiff resistance.

As George Mason Grapples With Pro-Terror Student Radicals, Virginia Dems Block Anti-Semitism Expert From University Board

Police found guns and pro-Hamas materials in the home of two students, and the FBI arrested a third for plotting a terror attack on...

A congressman revives the proposal to rename Dulles Airport to Trump Airport

Congressional Republicans have once again pushed for the renaming of Dulles International Airport to President Donald Trump.

Richmond Company Haleon R&D to See $54M in Upgrades

A global consumer healthcare company is injecting tens of millions of dollars into its R&D facility in Richmond's Northside.

Democrat National Committee frontrunner wanted Trump charged with ‘Treason,’ which carries the death penalty

One of the leading candidates to lead the Democratic National Committee called for Donald Trump's trial for treason, and accused him of being responsible for the deaths of American troops. This was based on a false accusation that the Biden Administration disputed.

Fairfax County says more flexibility is needed in food truck operating hours

Fairfax County Planning Commission believes the county should reconsider its current time limits for food trucks. At their meeting on Jan. The Board of Supervisors...

Virginia takes aim at Pharmacy benefit managers in Medicaid overhaul

A bipartisan proposal to centralize Virginia’s Medicaid pharmacy benefits under a single state-contracted pharmacy benefits manager (PBM) is gaining momentum. On Thursday, a Senate...

Reston Town Center to host a winter-themed ice-travaganza

Reston Town Center is embracing the winter season with a brand new event this weekend.

First abortion-related bill pushed in GOP-led Congress blocked by Senate Democrats

U.S. Senate Democrats blocked legislation Wednesday that would have established penalties for health care professionals who don’t provide medical care for infants born following an attempted abortion, arguing the bill would have kept parents from making decisions about care for newborns delivered early following a fatal fetal diagnosis.

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