Three Education Groups Propose Alternate Virginia History Standards

Three education groups asked the Va., Board of Education to consider an alternative version of history and social science K-12 standards.

Legislative Commission Objects To Youngkin's Actions, Withdrawal From Regional Carbon Market

A legislative oversight commission voted 5-4 Monday to object to actions taken by Gov. Glenn Youngkin's administration earlier this month.

A Dolly Parton Hay Bale, And More Virginia Headlines

Richmond-area Democrats went to party-run polling places Tuesday to pick a nominee to replace the late congressman Donald McEachin.

Virginia Subcommittee On Campaign Finance Reform Still Failing To Complete Its Only Job

It appeared the Va., General Assembly's joint subcommittee on campaign finance reform would get through 2022 without a single meeting.

Winter Solstice Arrives In VA Wednesday, And You May See Ursid Meteors

After Wednesday, Virginia will gain a few seconds of daylight each day, adding about an hour by the end of January.

Airlines Offer Travel Waivers As Bomb Cyclone Approaches Virginia, DC

Airlines are issuing travel waivers in case a potential bomb cyclone weather system brings strong winds and a flash freeze to Virginia, D.C.

Democrats Formally Object To Youngkin's Proposed Transgender Policies

Virginia's Joint Commission on Administrative Rules objected Monday on a party-line vote to the revised transgender policies.

State Work Group On Solar Development Achieves Little Consensus On New Regulations

A work group was convened by highly debated 2022 legislation to hammer out details of new regulations for the siting of solar projects.

A Black Cemetery Erased By Authorities; More Va., Headlines

“Developers found graves in the Virginia woods. Authorities then helped erase the historic Black cemetery.”— report

Increase In Road Fatalities In N. Virginia Indicates A "Worrying Trend" -- Commentary

(By Pamela Sebesky, the vice mayor of Manassas.)

Modernizing ABC Says Counter-Service Stores Are On Their Way Out

Grabbing a bottle of Tito's Vodka, Virginia's top spirit, at Henrico County's Alcoholic Beverage Control Store 331 means a certain greeting.

Abortion Measures In Youngkin's Budget; More Va., Headlines

Richmond prosecutor Colette McEachin, the widow of the late congressman Donald McEachin, endorsed McClellan for the vacant seat.

Commentary: The Insidious, Deadly Sojourn Of Austin Lee Edwards

A Virginia man drove the width of the United States, kidnapped a 15-year-old girl, and shot her mother and grandparents dead in cold blood.

In Virginia, State Law Hampers Zero-Fare Efforts For Metrobus

Virginia transit officials say state law and regulations effectively prohibit the state from eliminating Metrobus fares for riders.

Sodexo Student Workers Win $6,000 Scholarships for Spring Semester

Liberty Dining by Sodexo holds an essay contest for student employees, two winners each receive a $6,000 scholarship

NASA Rocket Launch From Wallops Island Delayed: When To Watch

Many Virginia residents could see the Electron rocket launch from Wallops Island; Sunday's launch was delayed.

Lamont Bagby Drops Out Of 4th District Race; More Va., Headlines

State Del. Lamont Bagby dropped out of the fast-moving Democratic primary in the 4th Congressional District.

Virginia Launches Platform To Make Environmental Permit Info Public

A Virginia agency is giving the public a peep at the state's environmental permitting process through a new online platform.

Did The Old-Timers Walk Uphill To School Both Ways? No, They Just Walked More, Period

“When I was a kid, I walked three miles to school uphill both ways.” The phrase has become a shorthand for the older generation.

Youngkin Proposes $230 Million Behavioral Health Overhaul

The report indicates some Democrats reacted positively to the announcement.

Virginia Republicans Are Using Ranked-Choice Voting Again; Democrats Are Not

A Va., Democratic committee spent over an hour Monday discussing the unusual logistics of how to hold a congressional firehouse primary.

Felons Who Voted Likely Thought They Could Do So Legally

State election officials should thank Stephanie Iles, Norfolk's general registrar and director of elections, who helped uncover a glitch.

Va. Beach Mass Shooting Commission Dysfunction; More Va., Headlines

Virginia State Police remained silent after a private investigator who previously worked in law enforcement came forward.

‘Buckle Up': Youngkin Budget Proposal Includes Another $1B In Tax Cuts

Gov. Glenn Youngkin rolled out a budget plan Thursday that includes $1 billion in tax cuts for Virginia residents and businesses.

Virginia Regulators Approve Offshore Wind Settlement

Virginia utility regulators have accepted a settlement over ratepayer protections tied to Dominion Energy's offshore wind project.

UVA Shooting Victim Called Mom Moments Before Death: Report

D’Sean Perry, a linebacker for the Cavaliers, was one of three football players fatally shot on a charter bus while returning from a trip.

VA Killer Cop: Co-Workers Searched For Victims, Gun At Edwards' Home

Records show VA state police knew a prospective trooper who later killed 3 people in CA had struggled with his mental health, a report said.

Report Recommends Eliminating Dual Enrollment Tuition, Fees For High Schools

Virginia's legislative watchdog commission is recommending policymakers consider eliminating such fees for simultaneous enrollment.

Virginia Parents, Youngkin Administration Settle Lawsuit Over Masks And Students With Disabilities

The commonwealth acknowledged in a settlement with parents of 12 students with disabilities that peer masking's a "reasonable modification."

A 4th District Firehouse Primary; More Va., Headlines

Pushing back against a report, Washington County Sheriff Blake Andis said his deputies went to the home of killer-officer Edwards.

Kaine Takes Up The Fight To Resurrect Northern Neck Ginger Ale

Sen. Tim Kaine is wading into the battle to resurrect Northern Neck Ginger Ale, a soft drink produced in Montross for almost 75 years.

Geminid Meteor Shower Peaks Soon In VA: How, When To Watch

The best time to see the Geminids in Virginia and DC is 2 a.m. on Dec. 14, when the meteor shower is at its highest point in the sky.

Virginia Del. Ronnie Campbell Dies After Battle With Cancer, According To House Announcement

Virginia Del. Ronnie Campbell, a Republican who had served in the House of Delegates since 2019, has died of cancer.

Richmond's Last Confederate Monument Removed; More Va., Headlines

Gov. Glenn Youngkin called a Feb. 21 special election to fill the vacant Virginia congressional seat.

Youngkin Announces Task Force On Troubled Temporary Detention Order System

State hospitals continue to be strained by mental health patients in crisis.

More Details On Former Trooper Who Killed 3 In California; More Va., Headlines

Deputies from the Washington County Sheriff's Office reportedly took items from the home of co-worker Austin Lee Edwards.

The Conservation Fund Acquires 1,000-Acre Fones Cliffs Property At Auction For $8.1M

The Conservation Fund announced Friday it has acquired nearly 1,000 acres along the Rappahannock River in Richmond County.

Commentary: Actions, Inactions of Anderson Add To Republicans' Desperation, Confusion

With all due respect, Del. Tim Anderson, have you lost your mind?

Major Storm Could Drop Sleet, Snow On VA, DC This Week: Forecast

A storm system will reach Northern Virginia late Wednesday, bringing sleet and snow to the state. Thursday morning's commute could be messy.

Christmas Shipping Deadlines To Know In VA: Post Office, FedEx, UPS

VA shoppers should get gifts on their way early, ahead of FedEx, UPS and U.S. Postal Service holiday shipping deadlines, which begin soon.