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- Loudoun County Official Advocates for Enhanced Transparency in Infrastructure Planning
Loudoun County Supervisor Julie Briskman spoke during a board session about infrastructure planning procedures.
- Congresswoman Kiggans Joins Discussions on Public Safety and Elections
Congresswoman Jen Kiggans of Virginia’s Second District took part in a discussion with FBI Director Kash Patel and Hampton Roads law enforcement officials focused on public safety topics.
- Virginia Pet Stores Linked to Out-of-State Breeders as Lawmakers Weigh SB 792
An examination of sourcing practices at Virginia pet stores reveals exclusive reliance on out-of-state suppliers, elevated puppy prices, and financing options amid legislative discussion of SB 792.
- Governor Spanberger Visits Students & Teachers in Henrico, Discusses Focus on Continuing to Strengthen Virginia Schools
HENRICO, VA — Governor Abigail Spanberger today visited Glen Lea Elementary School in Henrico County to meet with students and educators
- Governor Spanberger Announces School Accountability Results, More Than $26 Million in New Investments for Schools
RICHMOND, VA — Governor Abigail Spanberger today announced the 2026 School Performance and Support Framework (SPSF) results, providing
- Federal Observers and Monitors at Virginia Polls: Who Is Allowed and Who Decides
Congressional observers, court-ordered observers and Justice Department monitors are treated differently under the rules in a new state bulletin.
- Virginia Lawmakers Weigh House Bill 444 on Debt Lawsuit Transparency
House Bill 444 would require creditors and third-party debt collectors to supply clearer identifying details in lawsuits affecting nearly 200,000 Virginians each year.
- Special Prosecutor Clears Franklin County Officials in Freedom of Information Act Probe
One of the less noticed features of the Virginia Way is the long-running tendency of the commonwealth’s leaders to conduct their decision-making behind closed doors.
- Spanberger taps Daniel Young to lead government watchdog office
Daniel Young, a former federal prosecutor, has been appointed Virginia’s next state inspector general by Gov. Abigail Spanberger.
- Inside Virginia’s city halls, concerns, confusion rise with Flock surveillance protests
A Williamsburg resident in March asked the police department at the College of William & Mary how data collected by the school’s Flock Safety surveillance system is shared.
- Tom Gordy Examines $60 Million Renovation Proposal for Prince William County Building
Prince William County Supervisor Tom Gordy has addressed an ongoing discussion regarding a potential $60 million renovation of a local building.
- Prince William County Board of Supervisors Hears Resident Concerns on Land Acquisition
During a Prince William County Board of Supervisors meeting a resident presented concerns about predatory land grab tactics impacting the local community.
- Loudoun Supervisor Calls for Developer Transparency in Project Reviews
Loudoun County Supervisor Koran Saines spoke during a recent Board of Supervisors meeting about the need for improved transparency in how developers present project designs.
- Number Needed to Treat Explains Medicine Effectiveness Metrics
The Number Needed to Treat statistic plays an essential role in how medical professionals evaluate the impact of treatments.
- Arlington County Adopts $1.7 Billion Budget Amid Calls for Improved Fiscal Timelines
The Arlington County Board officially adopted a $1.7 billion budget for fiscal year 2027 on April 22, 2026, marking a modest 0.7 percent increase over the previous year.
- Virginia has a new law that regulates the use of license plate readers
The General Assembly has decided to take action to curb the use of automatic license plate readers by law enforcement.
- House Bill 436 Sparks Concerns Over University Project Financing
A higher education representative outlines potential challenges House Bill 436 could create for existing debt commitments on campus facilities while supporting ongoing affordability talks.