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- Legislators didn’t allow local bans of gas-powered leaf blowers. Va. localities are doing it anyway.
A landscaper blows leaves off a lawn in preparation for annual “leaf pickups” by Fairfax County public services, October 31, 2023.
- Three of September's seven parole grants involved sexual-offense convictions
The Virginia Parole Board granted parole in September to three men convicted of sexual offenses, including one with a 2023 conviction for rape of a child under 13.
- 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.
- 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 Committee Hears Push to Reform Failure-to-Appear Laws
Justice Forward Virginia urges lawmakers to limit felony charges for missing court dates linked to economic hardship.
- The simple affordability fix Virginia just can’t seem to make
Townhomes under construction in Richmond, Va. on May 15, 2026.
- Two US navy aviators eject while landing on carrier off Virginia
The state Capitol.
