Blood Moon Total Lunar Eclipse 2022: When To See It In Virginia, DC

The first lunar eclipse of 2022 is also called a super blood moon eclipse because the moon will look red. Here's when to look for it in VA.

Leaked Roe Draft by POLITICO "Turned The Burner Up From Simmer To A Furious Boil" -- Commentary

America's culture wars were already simmering, over everything from COVID masking to school library book bans, when POLITICO published it.

Norfolk Leaders Push Community Development Group To Invest Locally

After months of scrutiny of the out-of-state deals, Norfolk Mayor Kenneth Alexander said the city will draft a resolution.

Shareholders Ask Dominion For Report On Risk Of Stranded Natural Gas Assets

After a shareholder vote, Dominion Energy will issue a report on how it is responding to the risk of stranded natural gas assets.

Youngkin's ‘Almighty Creator' Rhetoric In New Diversity Training Offends Some State Employees

A diversity training Youngkin's administration enacted includes references to a “creator;” workers found it inappropriate, the report says.

VA, DC Weather: Coastal Flooding Likely As 5 Days Of Rain Expected

A storm offshore will bring five days of rain and coastal flooding to DC and VA when it arrives, according to the National Weather Service.

Insulin's Precarious Future Is Analyzed In Commentary

(By Jing Luo, University of Pittsburgh Health Sciences.)

Virginia Lt. Gov. Joins Amicus Brief Urging End To Race-Conscious College Admissions

Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears, the first woman of color elected to statewide office in Virginia, has signed onto this amicus brief.

Biden Tangles With Florida GOP Sen. Rick Scott: ‘I Think The Man Has A Problem'

President Joe Biden pledged Tuesday to make a fight against inflation his top domestic priority, while rebuking Republican Scott.

DMV Hire Cancelled After Indiana Controversy; More Va., Headlines

Youngkin under fire, report states; abortion rights protesters gather outside Alito's N. Virginia home.

Groups Say They'll Sue Justice Coal Company Over Cleanup Failures At Wise County Mines

Three environmental groups announced Tuesday that they plan to sue one of the coal companies owned by West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice.

Virginia Researchers Considering New Ways To Warn Drivers About Elk Crossings

A road project is being built through a part of Southwest Virginia, where the state's elk population is growing.

Amid Global Energy Price Spikes, Dominion Customers' Bills Could Rise Between 12 And 20 Percent

Dominion customers could see their monthly bill rise by between 12 and 20 percent due to rising fuel costs linked to the COVID-19 pandemic.

It's National Foster Care Month -- Are We Doing All We Can?

(The author is a director of policy and strategic operations in Virginia.)

Virginia, DC Hospital Safety Grades 2022: The Best And Worst

Safety grades by the health care watchdog group Leapfrog for 2022 show 4 VA hospitals earned an A, while 3 got a D during the pandemic.

Cultural Evening of “Soul Food & Soul of the Arts” at Liberty U

Liberty Dining Partners With The Office of Equity And Inclusion

Foster Kids Are Getting Swept Up In Virginia's Mental Health Crisis

In April, Youngkin announced that over the last year, more than 150 foster children had spent at least one night in various placements.

State Supreme Court Vacancies Remain Unfilled During Political Standoff

Two vacant seats in the Virginia Supreme Court hang in the balance in the political standoff in the Virginia Assembly.

Unhappiness Over New State Telework Policy; More Va., Headlines

Government employees and Richmond-area lawmakers aren't too happy about Youngkin's plan to significantly tighten teleworking policies.

Morrissey's Vacillation On Issues Could Land Him In The "Fight Of His Life"

A draft U.S. Supreme Court opinion, as published by POLITICO a week ago, would end a federal guarantee of abortion rights granted under Roe.

2022 Summer Forecast For VA, DC: Inland Hurricane Risk, Less Heat

Residents of Virginia and DC can expect fewer heat waves this summer, but increased odds of an inland hurricane worry forecasters.

Youngkin Plans To End Most Remote Work For State Employees

Gov. Glenn Younkin is ending remote work for state employees, bringing workers almost entirely back to the office by July 5.

Dominion Asks To Halt Ratepayer Charge For Carbon Market

Dominion Energy is asking state regulators to stop charging customers on their monthly bill for the utility's participation in the market.

Judge: Goldman Effort To Link Abortion To Va., Election Case Is ‘Patently Inappropriate'

A federal judge strongly rejected Virginia attorney Paul Goldman's effort to introduce the draft.

Mother's Day 2022 Restaurant Specials, Freebies In Virginia, DC

Plan to wine and dine Mom on Mother's Day? Check out what VA, DC restaurants are offering Sunday, May 8, for on-site dining and to-go deals.

Eta Aquariids Peak Over VA, DC; Eclipse Coming Mid-May

The Eta Aquariid meteor shower is at its peak in VA, DC Friday. Here's when to see a lunar eclipse and more celestial shows in May.

Man, 77, Dies After VA Deputies Tackle, Slam Him Into Truck: Report

Ralph Ennis died 13 days later after doctors diagnosed him with a brain bleed. Police released footage showing Ennis tackled by officers.

The Consensus Position In Virginia? Unequivocally, More Homes Needed

It is so, given the decades-long decline in new housing construction and skyrocketing of rents and home prices across the commonwealth.

Liberty, Falwell's School, Under Scrutiny For Its Handling Of Sexual Assault Allegations

Blaming the victims of sexual assault, rather than vigorously investigating men who are rape suspects, is an example, the report states.

Body Cam Video Shows Local Deputies Slamming 77-Year-Old To Ground; Other Va., Headlines

Body camera video shows Warren County deputies slammed a 77-year-old man to the ground 13 days before he died of an apparent head injury.

Emerging Subvariants Are Driving Virginia's Rise In COVID-19 Cases

Virginia's percent positivity — the percentage of lab-tested COVID-19 samples that come back positive -- has risen by 10 percent.

Gold-Mining In Virginia? Possible Answers Are Explored In Commentary

(By Erica Schoenberger, a teacher at Johns Hopkins.)

With The Court's Conservative Majority, Youngkin Calls Roe Leak "Political Games"

Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin on Tuesday denounced the leak of a draft U.S. Supreme Court opinion overturning Roe v. Wade.

Virginia's Newest State Office Aims To Close Gaps In Oversight Over Child Welfare System

After decades of limited oversight, a new state office is dedicated to investigating and intervening when problems emerge within the system.

The Asphalt Plant Next Door, Newly Added In Louisa

Alberta and Theresa Coffey are the last people living on a swath of land in Louisa County, between Interstate 64 and the newest addition.

Navy, Lawmakers Investigate After Suicides Among Crew At Carrier In Newport News

The Navy is investigating three apparent suicides that happened last month among the crew of the aircraft carrier USS George Washington.

VA REAL ID: Enforcement Begins In 1 Year

Live in Virginia and still haven't gotten your REAL ID yet? Time is running out. Here's how to get yours.

After Multiple Suicides, 200 Sailors Move Off USS George Washington

In the last 12 months, seven crew members have died on the ship docked at a shipyard in Newport News, according to a report.

Liberty University Dining Celebrates Employees

Sodexo and students express appreciation for dining team members

Amid Scrutiny, Norfolk Housing Authority Subsidiary Says It Will Attempt To Add A Local Project

Hampton Roads Ventures, the controversial subsidiary of Norfolk's housing authority, will try to add a Norfolk project.