5 VA Cities, Plus DC, Among Nation's Best For Foodies

DC and VA diners have plenty of options in their search for the best foodie cities. Here's how six cities fared on WalletHub's new ranking.

New Polling Shows 58 Percent Of Va., Voters Disapprove of Supreme Court Overturn Of Roe V. Wade

A new CNU poll of Virginia voters found a 50 percent approval rating for Gov. Glenn Youngkin.

D.C. Regional Planning Group Touts Carbon Reductions

A regional planning group did what the critics said it couldn't: reach carbon reduction targets for 2020.

9% Social Security Raise Will Boost VA Recipients’ Checks

More than 1.2 million Virginia residents will see a nearly 9 percent bump in Social Security benefits next year to offset rising inflation.

Dulles To Join Reagan As The Most Public Transit-Accessible Virginia Airports

Washington Dulles International Airport is preparing to become one of Virginia's most public transit-accessible commercial airports.

City Of Martinsville Opposing Reopening Of Henry County Wastewater Plant

The city of Martinsville is suing the state and Henry County Public Service Authority over the issuance of a permit to reopen a plant.

Chesapeake Bay Leaders Resolute, Even As Cleanup Targets Become More Elusive

A 2025 federal deadline for states to meet ambitious goals for cleaning up the Chesapeake Bay draws closer, and is starting to dawn.

In First Debate, Luria And Kiggans Battle Over Elections, Abortion And Inflation

VIRGINIA BEACH — The first debate in one of Virginia's most closely watched congressional contests took a heated turn Wednesday.

Chesterbrook Academy® Preschool Locations in NOVA Host Fall Open House

Families are invited to tour the schools and participate in the free community events, featuring music, snacks, fun activities and more

5 Virginia Towns On Safest Cities In America List For 2022

Five Virginia cities are ranked on a safest cities in the U.S. list, with personal and financial safety among the key factors.

Virginia Beach Poker Room Shuts Down Again … Temporarily

The Beach Poker Room in Virginia Beach is a facility that's drawn heightened attention to the state's confusing laws on charitable gaming.

Citizen Group Pushes For Halt To Open Burning At Radford Army Ammunition Plant

Alyssa Carpenter hadn't reached the age of 30 when she had her thyroid removed.

Household Income In VA Went Down During Pandemic: See New Data

Median household earnings in Virginia saw a decrease over the past two years, according to annual census data.

Draconids Peak; Orionids, Taurids Flying Now Over Virginia, DC

The Draconid meteor shower runs through Oct. 10, and is best viewed in the early evening hours. Will the weather cooperate for VA and DC?

Doula Services Now Covered Under Virginia Medicaid Expansion

Doula provider Sequoi Phipps-Hawkins has heard plenty of stories about doctors brushing off the concerns of pregnant Black women.

The Dominion Energy Saga Continues In Virginia -- Commentary

Imagine you're going into a pitch meeting to outline a proposal that could put your prospective client years ahead in its industry.

Virginia Looking To Loans For Local Flood Resiliency Efforts

The head of the Department of Conservation and Recreation said Virginia would begin using more loans rather than just relying on grants.

Police Vacancies In Norfolk Expected To Hit 40 Percent By Year's End; More Va., Headlines

Former Prince William County registrar White claims her prosecution on charges related to the 2020 election season is politically motivated.

In Virginia, Do You Have The Right To Know?

What do you have the right to know about what your state government is doing?

Hampton Roads Transit Struggles To Fill Its Routes -- Report

For just one week in May, Hampton Roads Transit had enough bus operators to provide riders with “reliable service."

Windsor Discriminatory Policing Case Moves Forward; More Headlines

Democratic leaders formally requested an investigation by the Office of the State Inspector General.

Cyclist Groups Seek To Delay Demolition Of Old Nice Bridge Over Potomac

Maryland prepares to demolish the historic Nice/Middleton Bridge that connects the southern part of the state with Virginia.

25 Best Virginia School Districts To Teach In, Average Salaries

Most school districts in VA pay their teachers $55,000​ or more, according to Niche​. See how districts rank for best systems to teach in.

Virginia Traffic Deaths Are Back Up Again; Can Road Safety Improvements Help?

Transportation officials are spending millions on traffic infrastructure in hopes of curbing an alarming increase in traffic fatalities.

States Not On Track To Meet 2025 Chesapeake Bay Goals, Says Report

A new report shows states are not on track to meet the 2025 deadline for reducing pollution in the Chesapeake Bay.

Fallout Over Youngkin Tourism Ad; More Va., Headlines

The CEO of the Virginia Tourism Corporation said her agency used the firm that made Gov. Glenn Youngkin's political ads.

Hampton Roads Is Called "Novel In Its Approach" -- Commentary

Novel in its approach, a Hampton Roads-based community group is fighting the spate of gun violence with woodwinds, crescendos – and comfort.

Report: Cutting Prison Fees Could Save Incarcerated Virginians And Their Families $28.3M

It occurs if the Va., prison system were to heed recommendations of reformers who want to make life behind bars less expensive for inmates.

VMI Awards Highest Honor To Leader Who Resigned; More Va., Headlines

Virginia Military Institute is awarding its highest honor to Gen. J.H. Binford Peay III, the former leader who resigned in 2020.

Youngkin, Attorney General Expect Schools To Follow Transgender Policies

Opposition to Gov. Glenn Youngkin's new policies on treatment of transgender students grows; Virginia still lacks an enforcement plan.

COVID's Effect On The Nursing Crisis; More Va., Headlines

Releasing a new energy plan for the state, Gov. Glenn Youngkin repudiated Democrats' clean-energy targets.

Youngkin's Energy Plan Calls For Reevaluation Of Clean Economy Act

In his state energy plan, Republican Gov. Glenn Youngkin is pushing for revisions to the Virginia Clean Economy Act.

Listeria-Contaminated Cheese Impacts 25 Brands: What To Know In VA

Numerous cheese brands were contaminated and are part of a recall that includes Whole Foods, Trader Joe's, Lidl and Giant Food stores in VA.

Va., Regulators To Rule On Whether Offshore Wind Performance Requirement Should Stay

Dominion Energy is not backing down from its request to remove a performance standard imposed by the State Corporation Commission.

Spanberger Calls For New U.S. House Leadership; More Va., Headlines

Parts of coastal Virginia were preparing for serious flooding caused by the remnants of Hurricane Ian.

Stink Bugs In VA, DC: How To Keep Them Out Of Your Home

Brown marmorated stink bugs, which have been detected in Virginia, DC and 47 other states, are trying to nest in your house for the winter.

Flood Fund Future Uncertain, As Youngkin Pushes For Carbon Market Withdrawal

In January, strong winds led to high tides drowning parts of Hampton. Some roads were impassable, with water levels rising.

Ian Remnants To Arrive In Virginia Today; More State Headlines

The rain from what's left of Hurricane Ian will arrive in Virginia today; forecasters say the storm could also bring flooding.

Virginia Tried To Crack Down On Unlicensed Poker, As It Still Happens In The Open

A Hampton Roads-area kitten rescue lost its lawsuit challenging a new state law cracking down on unlicensed charitable poker.

Accreditor's Loss Of Federal Recognition Puts Three Virginia Schools At Risk

Unless they find another accreditor within 18 months, three higher education institutions in Virginia could lose their ability to offer aid.