School Downplayed 6-Year-Old's Behavior Before VA Shooting: Report

At other times, the boy accused of shooting Newport News teacher Abigail Zwerner reportedly threw furniture and other items in class.

Wallops Island Rocket Launch Delayed A Day, Should Be Visible In VA

The Electron rocket will appear like a bright, fast-moving star in the Virginia skies. The launch date has moved to Jan. 24.

Sen. Tim Kaine Of Virginia To Seek Re-election: Reports

Kaine, who turns 65 next month, has served in the Senate since 2013 and was Virginia's governor from 2006 to 2010.

Gun Used To Shoot VA Teacher Locked, Stored On Top Shelf: Attorney

The family of a boy accused of shooting a Richneck Elementary School teacher said he has an "acute disability" and the gun was locked up.

Party City, With 21 VA Stores, Files For Bankruptcy

Party City, which operates 21 stores in Virginia and also runs Halloween City, filed for bankruptcy protection Tuesday.

Angry Parents, Teachers Say Schools Failed To Protect Staff, Kids

A 6-year-old is accused of shooting a teacher at Richneck Elementary School in Newport News. Angry parents, staff said safety has been lax.

Jury Mostly Sides With VA Cops In Black Soldier's Lawsuit: Report

A jury awarded Caron Nazario less than $4,000 in damages after he was pepper sprayed and hit by police during a 2020 stop in Windsor, VA.

No Charge To Visit These VA, DC National Parks On MLK Day Of Service

Entrance fees will be waived at parks, battlefields and historic sites run by the National Park Service in VA, DC on Jan. 16 for MLK Day.

NoVA Shoppers Scramble To Find Eggs Amid Shortage, Soaring Costs

Virginia consumers are paying $2 or $3 over the national average for a dozen eggs if they are lucky enough to find them. Here is why.

DC, 2 VA Cities Among Tops For Bed Bugs: 2022 Orkin List

Orkin rated the worst cities for bed bugs in the country. Here is where DC, Norfolk and Richmond rank.

Boy's Backpack Searched Before Newport News School Shooting: Report

School officials were notified a boy might have a weapon hours before he shot his teacher, and his backpack was searched, a report said.

$1.35B Mega Millions Jackpot: How To Play Historic Lottery In VA

The second-largest jackpot in the history of the Mega Millions game is up for grabs Friday night. Here's what Virginia players need to know.

Fetus Would Count As Car Pool Lane Passenger Under New VA Bill

The new VA bill pre-filed by a Republican legislator would require drivers to provide proof of pregnancy to use HOV lanes.

Newport News Shooting: Can 6-Year-Old's Mother Be Charged?

A boy is accused of taking his mother's gun to shoot his first-grade teacher last week. Will Virginia law hold the mother accountable?

Trial Of Black Soldier Suing VA Police Over Violent Stop Begins

Caron Nazario, a U.S. Army lieutenant who is Black, said he was pepper sprayed, hit, and handcuffed by police during a 2020 stop in Windsor.

6-Year-Old Used Mom's Gun To Shoot Teacher: VA Police Chief

A 6-year-old boy is in a medical facility after police said he intentionally shot his teacher, Abigail Zwerner at Richneck Elementary.

Southwest Makes Amends For Meltdown: What VA, DC Travelers Should Do

Virginia and DC travelers caught in the Southwest Airline holiday meltdown may qualify for frequent flier miles as part of an apology.

$785M Mega Millions Jackpot: When To Buy Tickets In VA

The Mega Millions lottery jackpot has reached $785 million for the drawing on Tuesday, Jan. 3. Here's what Virginia players need to know.

These Virginia Retailers Struggling, May Close Locations In 2023

The U.S. economy is grappling with an inflation-induced slump, and several businesses with VA stores may decide to call it quits in 2023.

2023 VA Guide To Meteor Showers, Supermoons And Full Moons

2023 starts and ends with the Quadrantids and Geminids, with the blazing Perseids in the middle, plus a blue moon supermoon: VA guide.

Rain, 'Unseasonably Mild' Temps For New Year's Holiday: VA Weather

Temperatures in the upper 50s will linger throughout the New Year's holiday weekend in Virginia, with rain Saturday ending late that night.

In Virginia In 2022, 20 Mass Shootings Kill 37 and Wound 75, Besmirching The Year's Other Events

Wasn't it just the other day Virginians were shaking their heads in dismay at a motionless cordon of traffic, tens of miles long, stranded?

$640M Mega Millions Jackpot In Friday’s Drawing: What To Know In VA

The Mega Millions lottery jackpot has reached $640 million for the drawing on Friday, Dec. 30. Here's what Virginia players need to know.

Walmart Tries To Dismiss Lawsuits After VA Shooting: Report

Three lawsuits have been lodged against Walmart after employee Andre Bing opened fire at the Chesapeake, VA, store, killing six people.

Youngkin, Working To Decimate LGBTQ+ Rights, Called In Commentary "Continuous Threat"

The author, a William and Mary freshman, says Youngkin's prime concern is his political agenda, not the issues of adolescents.

VA Minimum Wage To Increase To $12 An Hour Starting Jan. 1

Virginia is one of 23 states that will increase its minimum wage on Jan. 1, and aims to join several other states at $15 per hour by 2026.

VA Wegmans Recalls 3 Products Containing Greens Over Salmonella Fears

Wegmans in Virginia recalled micro greens, sweet pea leaves, and cat grass, which have the potential to be contaminated with salmonella.

New Virginia Libertarian Chair Says Party Is Alive And Well

Jennifer Leatherbury sounded surprised as she talked about efforts to pull her political party back from the edge of obsolescence.

New Year's Eve Restaurant Deals In Virginia, DC To Ring In 2023

Say goodbye to 2022 and welcome 2023 at these Virginia and DC restaurants offering New Year's Eve and New Year's specials.

Strep A Linked To 2 U.S. Pediatric Deaths: What VA Parents Should Know

VA parents and caregivers are encouraged to learn about the symptoms of the severe infections associated with the highly contagious strep A.

Youngkin Budget Envisions 15-Person Team For Revamped Hemp Oversight

Virginia policymakers are considering ways to exert tighter control over intoxicating hemp-based products like delta-8.

Store Return Policies For Kohl's, Target, Macy's And More VA Retailers

The gift return policies for Kohl's, Nordstrom, Macy's, Walmart, Athleta, Amazon and other Virginia retailers can be useful to know.

Restaurants Open On Christmas Day 2022 In Virginia

Keeping your holiday celebration low-key? Some restaurants in Virginia are open on Christmas Day 2022.

NoVA Christmas 2022 Gas Prices Drop Below $3 A Gallon

As residents travel for Christmas, Virginia gas prices are below the cost of a year ago and dipped under $3 a gallon, according to AAA.

Energy Innovation Lab Eyes New Types Of Economic Development For Previously Mined Lands

Southwest Virginia's effort to reclaim its status as a U.S. energy capital intensified with the announcement of new energy technology.

McClellan Wins Democratic Primary In Landslide To Replace McEachin In Congress

Virginia Sen. Jennifer McClellan won the Democratic nomination to fill the congressional seat left vacant after the death of Don McEachin.

Portsmouth Weighing Return Of City Properties; More Va., Headlines

Nine consultants were used by the Youngkin administration to review controversial draft history and social sciences standards.

After Substation Shooting, Federal Regulator Orders Review Of Security Standards

This occurs less than 2 weeks after gunfire damaged two Duke Energy substations in Moore County, N.C., knocking out power to 45,000 people.

Civic Education Commission Endorses Alternate Virginia History Standards

Virginia's Commission on Civic Education joined the public pushback against draft history and social science standards for K-12 schools.

Bath County Reopens Famous Warm Springs Pools; More Va., Headlines

Bath County is celebrating the reopening of the storied Warm Springs pools, after the 19th-century bath houses were shut down.