The High Cost Of Inflation? In Virginia, Look At Energy And Its Vagaries

Most people are aware by now that inflation has hit the energy sector hard, with fossil fuels in particular skyrocketing in price.

Key Democrats Say No To Washington Commanders Stadium In Va.; More Headlines In Roundup

Key Democratic senators say they're a no on legislation that would help bring a Washington Commanders stadium to Virginia.

Virginia Author Files New Lawsuit Seeking 2022 House Elections

Jeff Thomas, an author of two books on Virginia government and politics, has filed a new federal lawsuit.

Why The Canada Geese Proliferation? Could It Be Development, Intrusions On Their Habitat?

When The Boss and I stroll around our Hampton Roads neighborhood, we play a game called “Dodge the Goose (droppings)."

One Of Virginia's Biggest Pro-Choice Advocacy Groups Is Preparing For A Post-Roe Future

Last summer, one of Virginia's most prominent abortion rights organizations launched a new pilot venture — a volunteer-run service.

Shaking things up at Liberty University; Shake Smart opens on campus

A retail food concept, started by two college students who sought to find healthy on-the-go-options, comes to Liberty University

Bibimbap draws record crowds for Tilley Takeover at Liberty U

Bibimbap was all the rage among Liberty University students during a recent pop-up restaurant event.

Man Wins $5 Million Top Prize In Virginia Lottery Game

Dennis Rector of King George purchased the winning scratch ticket at Sheetz.

Serving On Jan. 6 Investigation Committee Could Be ‘Liability' For Luria; More Va. Headlines

U.S. Rep. Elaine Luria, a Democrat from Norfolk, says it expects to be a tough campaign for re-election.

Virginia Coal Production Climbs, Fueled By Steel Demand

Virginia coal production remains high, fueled by ongoing demand for steel as the U.S. embarks on an ambitious program of infrastructure.

Electricity V. Gasoline-Charged -- In Virginia, The Debates Goes On

Of the more than 2,168 buses operated by public transportation providers in Virginia, roughly just one percent run on electricity.

Federal Judges Dismiss Lawsuit Seeking New Va., House Elections This Fall

A panel of federal judges has granted Virginia's request to dismiss a lawsuit seeking new House of Delegates elections this year.

Kaine Wants To Bring ‘Virginia Plan' For Gun Violence Prevention To Federal Level

It was in a talk with high school students that Virginia Sen. Tim Kaine noted years of congressional inaction on gun violence.

COVID-19 Cases Have Climbed In Virginia Over The Spring

Seven-day COVID-19 case averages in Virginia have climbed over the spring, from about 700 cases a day in early April to nearly 3,000 daily.

Virginia, Other States Win Federal Grants To Expand Affordable High-Speed Internet

The U.S. Treasury Department announced the first state awards will go to Virginia, Louisiana, New Hampshire, and West Virginia.

Flood Fund Oversight To Remain With Executive Branch

It's Virginia's Community Flood Preparedness Fund, millions of dollars earmarked for community flood protection work across the state.

The Author Asks: Are We Honestly Over The Pandemic?

Walk into most stores, gather at sit-down restaurants, or chat with fellow Virginians, and the signs are as clear as the faces you notice.

Commentary Analyzes Both Sides of Capitol Square Construction Project

They're digging a big trench through Capitol Square in Richmond, where a steel-reinforced concrete tunnel will be constructed.

New Director For Chesapeake Bay Program Selected

A government scientist and meteorologist is poised to become director of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Chesapeake program.

7,100 Virginia Lives Could Have Been Saved With COVID Vaccines: Study

While 78 percent of Virginians are fully vaccinated, the study shows that about 7,100 lives could have been saved with COVID-19 shots.

Richmond Casino Backers Threaten To Sue Over General-Assembly-Ordered Delay

Of the five Virginia cities given permission to pursue a casino project, Richmond was the only one where voters said no.

VA, DC Weather: Severe Storms Forecast In Hazardous Outlook

DC and northern Virginia are under a hazardous weather outlook Thursday with the threat of severe storms disrupting the evening commute.

The Descendant Community From The James Madison Enslaving Period Seeks Share Of Authority

(By Stephen P. Hanna, Amy Potter and Derek H. Alderman.)

Virginia Lawmakers Send Bipartisan Budget Deal To Youngkin

The big buzz at the Virginia Capitol Wednesday wasn't excitement over the new state budget.

Va., House Democrats Pick Scott As New Minority Leader

Speaking to reporters after a successful bid to become the new Democratic leader in the House of Delegates, Scott said he'd relax for a bit.

After Months Of Wrangling, Virginia Has A Budget Deal. What's In It?

Lawmakers, lobbyists, activists, and other Virginia Capitol watchers were scrambling Tuesday to speed-read a 370-page budget deal.

Republican Greed, In Bowing To The NRA, Is Prioritized Over The Shooting-Slaughter Of 19 Children

No one is shocked that Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears refused to say new gun restrictions are needed in the wake of the Uvalde mass slaying.

Invasive Fire Ants Continue Their March Across Virginia

As a young boy in Connecticut, Alvin Cajigas played with harmless ants. When he was 11 and living in Puerto Rico, he came across a mound.

Youngkin "Accused Of Trying To Revive Jim Crow" With Education Report, Also "Riling Racist Constituencies"

Sometimes in debates on public policy, it pays to slow down, think a minute, and ask whether the other person just might have a point.

Virginia Supreme Court Will Hear Appeal In Contentious Wegmans Distribution Center Case

The court will hear an appeal of two lower court rulings centering on residents living near a massive planned distribution center project.

A "Busy Atlantic Hurricane Season" Is In The Forecast

More information: See graphics and video, there could be between 14 and 21 storms, the report says.

Russia Denies Visits From Hundreds Of Members Of Congress, Including 13 From Virginia

It is in apparent retaliation for economic sanctions passed by the U.S., on Russia, enacted following its Ukraine invasion.

Virginia's First Presumed Monkeypox Case Detected, Health Officials Say

Commonwealth health officials announced they have detected the state's first presumed case of monkeypox in a Northern Virginia woman.

Nuclear Will Be Major For Virginia's Electric Grid As Utilities Decarbonize, Regulator Says

Dominion Energy's existing nuclear plants “may become important to the transmission system” as Virginia and the utility move to decarbonize.

Bloodshed Is On The NRA And The Gun Lobby, While Republicans Continue To Blame "Mental Illness," Commentary Says

(By Michael Siegel, Tufts University, a visiting professor of public health and community medicine.)

A Need-To-Know Budget Briefing; School Walkouts After Shootings; More In Va.

House and Senate negotiators revealed the broad outlines of a budget deal in a private briefing with two media outlets Thursday.

Petersen Says He's Lost Confidence In Commanders; More Va., Headlines

Sen. Petersen, D-Fairfax City, says he won't support the Washington Commanders stadium bill partly because he's lost confidence in the team.

While Youngkin's Action Is Welcomed, More Should Be Done, Report States

Former felons in Virginia, if they want to become better citizens, should be heartened.

NRA Extends Perfunctory "Sympathies," Then Carries On Amid Bloodshed Of Children

It's an appallingly familiar plotline. Only the names and places change.

Radio Producers Get Restraining Orders Against Sen. Joe Morrissey After Studio Blowup

Two employees of a Richmond-area radio station took out restraining orders against Sen. Joe Morrissey, D-Richmond.