What’s The Chance Of A White Christmas In VA? Here Are The Chances

If you're hoping Northern Virginia has a white Christmas, check the latest predictions. Could 2022 be the year that snow arrives on Dec. 25?

School Divisions, Facing Buildings In Disrepair, Tap Into New Buckets Of Money

According to state data, Grayson, Franklin City, Martinsville, Bristol, and Petersburg are the most financially strapped localities.

Arlington Push For Stronger Swatting Laws; More Va., Headlines

Washington Commanders owner Dan Snyder gave congressional testimony that was “often evasive or misleading,” according to a report.

Data Centers, Ostensibly Beneficial To The Commonwealth, Also Mask Myriad Problems -- Commentary

Actually, Virginia has several data center problems.

Virginia Officials Say More Than 10,500 Felons Remained On Voter Rolls After Re-Offending

Another data glitch in Virginia's election system caused 10,558 felons to remain on the voter rolls, after they committed new crimes.

VA Walmart Shooter Investigated In 2020, 2 Lawsuits Filed: Report

Since the Virginia shooting that killed 6, two employees have filed lawsuits, claiming Walmart should have done more to prevent the tragedy.

NASA Rocket Launch From Wallops Island Should Be Visible In VA Skies

Many VA residents could see the Electron rocket launch from Wallops Island when it launches, likely next week, after a weather delay.

Loudoun Superintendent Fired After Grand Jury Report; More Va., Headlines

The average gas price in Virginia has fallen back to $3.21 per gallon, the same price as a year ago, according to the report.

Police Officer Vacancies In Virginia, Throughout The Nation Cry To Be Filled

Consider all the ways police departments around Virginia are working to fill vacancies in their ranks:

Virginia Begins Official Withdrawal From Regional Carbon Market

Virginia's State Air Pollution Control Board officially began the process of withdrawing Virginia from a regional carbon market.

Virginia State Police Won't Release Job Records -- 247 Pages' Worth -- Of Ex-Trooper Who Killed 3 In California

The State Police "hiring process was flawed," reports indicate.

After Restaurant Raid, Youngkin Says State Should Stop Enforcing COVID-19 Violations

Gov. Glenn Youngkin signed an executive order Tuesday instructing state agencies to report any punishments they might have handed out.

Virginia Regulators Enter Into Agreement With Menhaden Fishery

This agreement was the culmination of months of negotiations on proposed regulations and hours of testimony Tuesday.

Report On Virginia Jail Fees Hindered By Spotty Data, Redacted Contracts

A Virginia work group was supposed to be exploring ways to reduce fees charged to inmates for phone calls, emails, food, and clothing.

Jail Deaths And Suicides Soar; More Va., Headlines

A former Virginia police officer “catfished” (extorted money from) a 15-year-old girl in California, and killed three, the report states.

Virginia Cop Tied To CA Slayings Threatened To Kill Before: Report

Austin Lee Edwards' past threats raise questions about the vetting processes of the Virginia law enforcement agencies that hired him.

Kraft Heinz Recalls Ham And Cheese Loaf Sold In Virginia

The company said that the product is being recalled due to possible cross-contamination with another product.

After School Satan Club Coming To Virginia Elementary School

The After School Satan Club aims to teach kids empathy, compassion, and critical thinking skills, according to organizers.

Scathing Grand Jury Report On Loudoun County Schools Sexual Assaults; More Va., Headlines

The report states these assaults "likely would not have occurred" had the GOP not made it "a major campaign issue."

At This Virginia Agency, Bones Of The Dead Are People In Need Of Homes

Elizabeth Moore and Joanna Wilson Green are kind to their guests – even though these companions are very old and very dead.

Segregation, Persecution Of Japanese Americans During WWII Would Be Scrapped Under Youngkin's Education Appointees

(Shirley Ann Higuchi writes firsthand about the racism experienced by Japanese at the hands of Americans during World War II.)

Who Helped Draft Virginia's New History Standards? And, More Headlines

Former Reagan education secretary William Bennett and several conservative-leaning groups were involved in drafting the new history.

Virginia's Economical, Financial Woes Are Detailed In Commentary

Sometimes it just hurts to watch the constant yammering about the economy, particularly on those dry-as-dust cable networks.

Will Virginia Make A Bipartisan Move To Get Rid Of Its Antiquated Same-Sex Marriage Ban?

A Democratic proposal to undo Virginia's legally moot ban on same-sex marriage failed this year in a Republican-led subcommittee.

Lawsuit Challenging Virginia's Skill Game Ban Will Continue Into 2023

A judge Monday declined to dismiss a lawsuit claiming Virginia's ban on slots-like skill machines violates free speech.

Virginia Elections Board Certifies Midterm Results -- And No Drama

Virginia's Republican-controlled State Board of Elections certified the midterm election results in a drama-free, unanimous vote Monday.

VA Recall: Hepatitis Risk In Raspberries Prompts Alert

Federal officials said a recall has been issued in Virginia for a brand of raspberries that could be contaminated with Hepatitis A.

Christmas Tree Lightings, Santa Visits, Holiday Events 2022 In VA

Your guide to Christmas concerts, Santa breakfasts and visits, parades, tree-lightings, Chanukah events and more across Virginia in 2022.

5 Heroes Of VA: Love For Kids, Kindness Activist, Caring For Homeless

Virginia's heroes include a benefactor of Walter Reed hospital, Santa's Helpers, a kindness activist and twins caring for the homeless.

Virginia Hemp Panel Suggests Tougher Rules On Unregulated THC Products

A state task force studying the rise of unregulated cannabis products in Virginia is recommending stricter rules for these businesses.

Around Virginia, Transit Agencies Navigate Transition To Electric Buses

More transit agencies in Virginia roll out electric buses to reduce environmental impacts, and there's the need to recharge those buses.

“A Public Relations Ploy To Pander To Election Deniers And Conspiracy Theorists" -- Commentary

The state Attorney General's Office doth protest too much.

Inadequate Education For Fairfax's Disabled Students; More Va., Headlines

This is the result of a federal investigation, the report states.

National Railway Strike Blocked Ahead Of Holidays: What It Means In VA

Demanding schedules and job cuts brought the threat of a U.S. railway strike, but a Senate deal is on its way to Biden. What it means in VA.

Virginia Regulators To Consider Changes To Menhaden Fishing Regulations

Regulators will consider changes to commercial menhaden fishing in Chesapeake Bay, following requests from recreational anglers to end it.

Virginia Reports First Pediatric Flu Death Of The Season, As Cases Remain High

Virginia recorded its first influenza-related pediatric death of the 2022-23 flu season Wednesday.

Parental Notification In Loudoun Schools; More Va., Headlines

Fresh off a hard-fought election win, Virginia Rep. Abigail Spanberger wants to fill a new “battleground” leadership position.

Virginia Reports First Monkeypox Death

Virginia reported its first death from monkeypox Thursday, one of only 15 that have occurred nationwide since the most recent outbreak.

Catfishing VA Cop Was Predator Who Groomed Girl Before Murders: Family

A Virginia deputy passed psychological exams in the months before he killed three members of a California teen's family, authorities said.

"Sweet Man, Friendly Smile, Warm Handshake" -- That Was Don McEachin: Commentary

Mr. McEachin, who passed Monday at age 61, had "an innate likeability," the author states.