3 VA Colleges Among Best In Country, U.S. News Says In New Ranking

Three Virginia schools ranked among the top 100 colleges in the country, according to U.S. News and World Report's latest list.

Virginia Democrats And Some Republicans Want To Extend ACA Tax Credits As Shutdown Looms

Aetna has already pulled out of the marketplace and other insurers’ rates are expected to rise.

These Are The Top 42 Employers In VA In Forbes Ranking

Forbes factored wages, work culture, and paths to professional advancement, in the rankings for best employers in Virginia.

Fall Foliage 2025 Weekly Forecast Maps Show When Colors Will Peak In VA

While no tool is 100 percent accurate, these forecasts give leaf peepers a good shot at seeing autumn leaves at their most vibrant.

2025 Autumnal Equinox Is Monday; When It Will Feel Like Fall In VA

Cooler nights and changing leaves are coming soon to Virginia.

Virginia's Early Voting Season Begins Friday, Ushering In Pivotal Election

The 2025 ballot includes three statewide offices and the entire House of Delegates.

Virginia Researchers Link Housing And Education, Offer Policy Insights Through New Website

The website caps off studies by researchers and students from Va. organizations, the University of Richmond and VCU.

$5B Pharmaceutical Plant Will Bring 2400 Jobs To VA

A global pharmaceutical leader will build a state-of-the-art facility in Virginia, creating 650 new jobs, and 1,800 construction jobs.

10 VA Target Stores To Host Midnight Release Of Taylor Swift’s ‘Life Of A Showgirl'

Taylor Swift's highly anticipated new album releases Oct. 3. These ten Virginia Target stores will have it available at midnight.

Sentence-Trimming Program Inmates Can Earn Under Fresh Scrutiny Amid Va. Attorney General Race

Proponents of EESC say the recidivism is low enough to show that the majority of people who earn their second chance aren’t wasting it.

Working Families Party Weighs In On Virginia's ‘Very Pivotal' Election

Working Families Party endorses 9 Va. candidates, but not Spanberger.

Democratic Virginia AG Nominee Jay Jones Releases Plan To Combat Fentanyl Issues

Republican nominee Miyares’ campaign highlights his work fighting fentanyl, securing opioid settlements for Virginia.

Unveiling History: ICivics, Colonial Williamsburg Launch ‘Investigation Declaration' Game For Youth

The game aligns with educational trends that demonstrate how technology can aid students in learning, including in the field of history.

Dad Fractures Baby's Skull | Charlie Kirk 'Nazi' Post | Restaurant Shooting: VA Weekend

An official resigned after a post on Charlie Kirk's murder alluded to Nazis; an ex-soldier raped his wife and left their baby disabled.

‘Virginia Value Pack' Candidates Push Fundraising, Say Democratic Party Needs To Invest More In Them

The Democratic National Committee, typically focused on D.C. politics, has expanded its efforts to boost parties at the state level.

Updates To Virginia's Flood Plan Aim To Help Communities Prepare For Future Flooding

FEMA currently does not take into account future rainfall projections when formulating its flood maps, according to Matt Dalon.

Charlie Kirk Shooting Comment Leads To VA School Board Member's Resignation

A Virginia school board member who posted about shooting Nazis after the death of conservative Charlie Kirk has resigned her seat.

Potential Threats Force Historically Black Va. Universities To Lockdown

Virginia State (VSU) and Hampton University have navigated multiple threats; some ended in no activity or followed after gun violence.

Report: Va. Outpaces National Medicaid Drug Spending, But Solutions Are Set To Be Tested Next Year

Virginia’s Medicaid prescription drug plans return 20% of gross drug spending back to Medicaid through manufacturer rebates.

Most Bed Bug Infested Cities: Where These VA Towns Rank

Pest management company Orkin recently released its annual list of the Top 50 Most Bed Bug-Infested U.S. Cities.

This Is Guy Fieri's Favorite Virginia Restaurant

A new report by Lovefood has identified Guy Fieri's favorite restaurant in every U.S. state. See which Virginia eatery made the list.

'Potential Threat' Prompts Lockdowns At 2 Virginia HBCUs

The threats were reported on Thursday at both Virginia State University and Hampton University, both historically Black universities.

Charlie Kirk Killed At Utah Valley University, Search For Shooter Continues

Governor Spencer Cox called the shooting a “political assassination” and called for anyone who cheered Kirk’s death to “look in the mirror.”

Va. Lawmakers Weigh Energy Options For Utilities To Meet VCEA Mandate, Energy Demand

Key recommendations from the Virginia Energy Efficiency Council include increasing investments in energy efficiency programs.

DLCC Invests Another $1.5 Million Into Virginia State Elections

The new cash infusion is part of DLCC’s ongoing seven-figure investment in Virginia to help protect or expand Democrats’ majority.

George Mason University Rector Rebuffs Va. Senate Dems' Request For His Resignation

The board has committee meetings scheduled for Wednesday, and the next board meeting is on Sept. 25.

Shannon Taylor Launches Bid To Represent Virginia's 1st Congressional District

Longtime prosecutor and Henrico Commonwealth’s Attorney Taylor joins the crowded Democratic primary to take on incumbent Rob Wittman.

Labor Union Sues Port Of Virginia, CEO Over Alleged Contract Violations And Negotiation Interference

The International Longshoremen’s Association asks the court to block the port authority and its top leader from future negotiations.

Spanberger Supports Reforming Appointment Process To Reconcile Differences At Va.'S Colleges

Early voting for governor and other statewide seats will begin on Sept. 19.

On The Record: Winsome Earle-Sears

Earle-Sears became the first Black woman to hold statewide office in Virginia when she was elected lieutenant governor in 2021.

Norfolk Port Project Funding To Be Withdrawn Amid Federal Cuts To Offshore Wind Projects

Trump Administration announces millions of dollars in cuts to offshore wind projects with two major projects in Virginia.

FOIA Friday: Hampton Roads Region Records Over 300 Red Flag Orders

What Virginia officials withheld or disclosed, Aug. 1 - Aug. 31, 2025.

This VA BBQ Restaurant Named Among Best In The U.S.

Travel website OnlyInYourState.com compiled a list featuring the 50 best barbecue spots across the United States. See where to dine in VA.

Federal ‘Yes In God's Backyard' Bill Could Help Va. Faith-Based Groups Build Affordable Housing

The measure would allow faith-based organizations to develop housing on unused land they already own and help fund the effort.

As Dept. Of Ed Prepares For New Academic Benchmarks, Education Leaders Call For More Transparency

The Virginia Department of Education is facing calls for greater transparency regarding plans to raise academic benchmarks for students.

Nursing Homes, Health Care Associations Sue Youngkin Over Vetoed Nursing Home Bill

The governor vetoed an effort to bolster staffing efforts at nursing homes, a lawsuit alleges the veto was ‘unconstitutional.’

Dominion Proposes Higher Utility Rates, New Rate Class For Data Centers

Dominion Energy is proposing a rate increase for residential customers that will add $10.51 a month starting in 2027.

Va. Governor Candidates Weigh In On Chesapeake Bay Foundation Conservation Goals

“Virginia is simply not prepared for climate change. The federal government is pulling back at a time we need to be leaning in," she said.

Virginia's ‘Nice' Negotiator: Terry Kilgore Leads GOP In Trump's Shadow

“If you get 60-70% of what you want, that’s a win,” Kilgore said in July 2024. “A lot of folks don’t see it that way.”

Spirit Halloween To Open 14 Stores In NoVA: Here's Where

The seasonal retailer Spirit Halloween is getting ready to take over empty storefronts across Northern VA. Here's where to find them.