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Two Fairfax County Police Officers shot during Fair Oaks traffic stop, gunman killed

A gunfight broke out during a traffic check in Fair Oaks on Wednesday, leaving two Fairfax County officers wounded and one local man dead.

Loudoun County Public Schools won’t sign federal anti-discrimination certification forms. Here’s why.

All of Virginia’s educational divisions, except two, have signed Title VI certifications pledging their commitment to treating all students equally regardless of their race, following a mandate by the state education department that builds on President Donald Trump administration’s campaign to demolish diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives in federally-funded agencies. 

Fluoride spike at Richmond water plant reignites calls for regional management

A spike in fluoride levels during a pump install at Richmond’s water treatment plant last week went unreported for days and has prompted neighboring counties to repeat calls for a cooperative approach to water service in the region.

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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.

As power demand surges, Va. lawmakers seem ready to add more energy storage to...

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Virginia lawmakers want to more than triple the amount of energy storage capacity Virginia’s two public utility companies — Dominion and Appalachian Power (ApCo) — must procure under the Virginia Clean Economy Act (VCEA).

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.

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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