VA Blood Donors Urgently Needed As Red Cross Declares National Crisis

The American Red Cross has declared a national blood supply crisis and is urging eligible people in Virginia to donate.

VA School Cellphone Bans: What Parents Need To Know Before Classes Start

Virginia enacted restrictions on cell phone use in schools in 2025 and tightened rules in 2026.

Marine One, Flight Mishap | Former Lawmaker Dies | VSP Targets Drugged Driving: VA Top News

Commanders Score Diggs | Teen Builds AI Job Program | Child Injured In Hit-And-Run | School Resource Officer Decertified | Lawmaker Dies

Hail, Damaging Winds Possible As Severe Storm Watch Issued In VA

Damaging winds, heavy rain and frequent lightning are expected Friday, with another round of storms possible Saturday, forecasters said.

Judge: Shenandoah School Board Violated Students' Civil Rights By Reinstating Confederate Names

The Shenandoah School Board was ordered to remove Confederate names.

Potentially Deadly, Drug-Resistant Fungus Spreads In VA: What To Know

Virginia is one of 27 states where a dangerous type of drug-resistant fungus has been reported in health care settings.

Perseids, Solar Eclipse, Blood Moon Highlight August Skywatching In VA

Northern Virginians turning their eyes skyward this month might see a meteor shower, a lunar eclipse and a tiny nibble taken out of the sun.

Pay No Tax On These Items During 2026 VA Sales Tax Holiday

Shoppers won't pay sales tax on certain items during VA's three-day sales tax holiday this weekend. Here's what the tax waiver applies to.

Severe Storms Target VA After Sizzling 100-Degree Heat: See Forecast

A heat index near 100 degrees will give way to severe storms in NoVA, with damaging wind gusts the main threat through Thursday night.

Menhaden Management Board Advances Addendum With Potential Cuts To Chesapeake Bay Fishery Limits

The public will have the opportunity to weigh in on the potential changes ahead of the board’s final decision this fall.

New Developments In Cyclospora, Salmonella Outbreaks: What To Know In VA

The Virginia Department of Health reported another double-digit increase in cyclosporiasis cases, as salmonella also rears its head.

Virginia Moves Toward Regulating Self-Driving Vehicles Amid Safety And Liability Concerns

Work group expected to issue final report to the General Assembly no later than Nov. 1.

Virginia Targets Drugged Driving With New Statewide Cannabis Campaign

The statewide "Relaxxxxx, Don't Drive High" campaign aims to reduce cannabis-impaired driving ahead of Labor Day.

Mizusawa Projected Winner Of VA Republican Primary For U.S. Senate

Bert Mizusawa advances to the November general election to challenge Democratic Sen. Mark Warner in one of VA's most closely watched races.

Virginia Shoppers Set To Save As Sales Tax Holiday Returns This Weekend

The sales tax holiday starts Aug. 7 at 12:01 a.m. and ends Aug. 9 at 11:59 p.m.

Layoffs Up 50 Percent In VA This Summer, Hundreds To Lose Jobs In August

Summer job losses are up more than 275 percent compared to summer 2024.

Virginia Votes Tuesday: Everything You Need To Know About The 2026 Primary Elections

More than 30 candidates are competing in a statewide Republican U.S. Senate primary and congressional races across seven of 11 districts.

Nearly 12M Bottles Of Popular Eye Drops Recalled: What To Know In VA

The FDA issued a Class II voluntary recall for the eyedrops, which were distributed and sold nationwide.

Fruit Recalled After E. Coli Outbreak Sickens 12: What To Know In VA

Federal officials say 12 people in the U.S. have been sickened amid an E. coli outbreak and recalled frozen berries from a popular grocer.

Councilman Porn Charges | Mail Carrier Turns Thief | Commanders Dump Coach: VA Top News

Parasite Cases Up | Amazon Data Center | Baby Squirrel Rescue | NFL Coach's Wife Shot | Dulles Airport Redesign | National Guardsman Guilty

Here’s How Much More VA Drivers Have Paid For Gas Since Iran War Began

Nationwide, Americans paid about $56.4 billion more for gasoline from Feb. 28 through July 12 than they would have before the Iran War.

VA Ranked 19th In Best States Report: Here’s Why

Virginia was ranked near the middle of the pack of US states, with high marks for handling crime and low ones for infrastructure.

Loudoun County, Other Virginia Localities Consider Hitting The Brakes On Data Center Development

Supervisor presses board to pause review of data center applications amid comprehensive plan review.

VA University Didn't Know Of Student's Conviction Before Campus Shooting, Report Says

The March attack at Old Dominion University in Norfolk injured two students and killed an Army veteran instructor.

Obamacare Enrollment Declines In 49 States; Virginia Saw 8% Drop

Enrollment fell the most in Ohio and Oklahoma (32%), Arizona (30%), South Carolina (29%), Indiana (28%), Michigan, and Minnesota (27%).

VA Mail Carrier Stole Gift Cards, Mail From More Than 100 People: Authorities

A Culpeper mail carrier faces 39 charges after investigators alleged she stole gift cards and other valuables from residents' mail.

This VA Fast Food Burger Named Among Best In Nation

The USA Today 10Best fast food burger ranking is determined by editors and an expert panel, as well as readers voting for their favorites.

Does Extreme Heat Cause Train Derailments? A Virginia Railroad Expert Weighs In.

The state of Virginia has experienced at least 5 train derailments so far this year.

Cyclosporiasis Outbreak Grows: How To Order Fast Food Safely In VA

A cyclosporiasis outbreak has been linked to shredded lettuce served at a fast-food chain. Does this mean you have to skip the drive-thru?

VA Cyclosporiasis Case Count Jumps In New Update; CDC Says Outbreak Now Affects 9 States

The VA Department of Health reported 28 more cases of domestically acquired cyclosporiasis in the state, nearly doubling last week's count.

Adult Dies Trying To Save Drowning Child | Elderly Man Killed In Semi Crash | Man Wins BMX Gold: VA Weekend

Here are the headlines you may have missed over the weekend in Virginia.

Virginia Beach Man, Former Olympian Wins Third Gold Medal In BMX Park

Justin Dowell of Virginia Beach won his third gold medal at the X Games in New Orleans this weekend.

Teen Among 3 Killed In Deadly Weekend In Norfolk: Reports

Three people were killed in shootings in Norfolk this weekend, one of them a teenage boy.

Child, Adult Drown After Failed Rescue Attempt In Chesterfield Pond: Report

A woman drowned trying to help a child struggling in a pond Sunday afternoon, police say. The child also drowned.

VA Town Council Member Accused Of Distributing AI Child Porn Images

Federal authorities accused a Pulaski Town Council member of receiving and distributing AI-generated child sexual abuse material.

Boy Dies In Scooter Crash | Neighbor Attacked With Hammer | ICE Draws Scrutiny: VA Top News

Man Charged In Infant Daughter's Death | Middle School Teacher Charged | Bank Robbery Suspect Nabbed | Suspected Trail Attacker Charged

Your Dog’s Name May Be More Popular Than You Think In VA

A U.S. News & World Report analysis provides a glimpse at each state's most popular dog names.

Where VA Ranks Among Best States For Business In 2026

Virginia climbed in this year's national ranking of the best states for doing business.

Virginia CVS Pharmacies Now Offering Dog, Cat Medications

Pet owners can fill prescriptions for select pet-only medications, including antibiotics, allergy, flea and tick control, the company said.

Super El Niño Could Combine With Rare Atlantic Niña: See VA Impacts

The developing system could help suppress Atlantic hurricanes and offer early clues about winter weather in Virginia.