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School Boards Are Failing Our Students, and Absenteeism Is Just the Symptom

In Loudoun County and across Virginia, public...

Virginia’s Speed Camera Cash Grab: $60 Million in Fines from School Zones, Zero Enforcement in Dangerous Intersections

In a revealing discussion at the Virginia State Crime Commission meeting on December 2, 2025, state officials highlighted the stark reality of the commonwealth's speed camera program: a lucrative revenue stream that's prioritizing easy targets over actual public safety.

Controversy Erupts Over Loudoun County Teachers’ Union Contract Clause Amid Fears of Diminished Oversight and Taxpayer Burden

A recent clause in the Loudoun County Public Schools' (LCPS) collective bargaining agreement (CBA) with the Loudoun Education Association (LEA) has sparked outrage among parents and local Republicans, who argue it undermines elected oversight by granting the non-elected teachers' union authority to make contract changes without School Board approval.

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Democrat led Senate panel kills efforts to track English Learner funding

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The Democrat led Senate Finance and Appropriations Committee has rejected a proposal to collect data on this issue.

Virginia moves to enshrine baby killing into the constitution

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Virginia Democrat lawmakers took a major step this week toward enshrining baby killing into the state constitution.

Fairfax County convinces state legislators to delay FOIA Bill for further study

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Fairfax County officials' concerns convinced state legislators to examine more closely proposed changes to Virginia Freedom of Information Act rules that are intended to increase transparency in local government decision-making.

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

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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 Democrats Shut Down after-school Counselors bill

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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

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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...

Virginia Democrats set to increase towing charges

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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...

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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.

Senate Democrats reject qualified university and state board members

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RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin today released the following statement after House and Senate Democrats rejected 13 qualified university and state board members.

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