Herring Says Youngkin Can't Pull Virginia Out Of Carbon Market By Executive Action

It is an official advisory opinion from outgoing Democratic Virginia Attorney General Mark Herring, on Republican Gov.-elect Youngkin.

Virginia Lawmakers Still At Odds Over Resentencing For People In Prison On Marijuana Charges

Nearly a year after Virginia lawmakers voted to legalize possession of marijuana, they remain divided.

What To Know About Glenn Youngkin's Newest COVID-19 Adviser

As Virginia continues to weather its latest COVID-19 surge, all eyes have been on Gov.-elect Glenn Youngkin.

AG: Virginia Beach Police Forged DNA Evidence Presented To Court

Police in Va. Beach forged forensic science reports used in criminal interrogations at least five times, according to the attorney general.

Party Leaders Talk Priorites As General Assembly Returns To Divided Government

Divided government returned as the 2022 General Assembly session began with House Republicans and Senate Democrats presenting varied plans.

Youngkin Names John Littel As Virginia's Next Secretary Of Health And Human Resources

Littel, recently appointed by Youngkin, had been an executive for the health care company Magellan.

Northam OKs Emergency Order To Help Hospitals Handle COVID-19 Spike

In his final week, Northam is approving a limited emergency order meant to give hospitals and public-health agencies more resources.

Dominion Asks Permission To Withdraw Proposed Increase In Carbon Market Costs

Dominion Energy is asking regulators to withdraw an application to raise the costs to Virginia ratepayers for the state's participation.

Northam Prepares Farewell, Called By The Authors A "Strange, Improbable Four-Year Tour"

Happy trails, Governor Northam.

Youngkin And Miyares Announce Plans To Challenge Federal Vaccine Mandates

Virginia Gov.-elect Glenn Youngkin and incoming Attorney General Jason Miyares will “challenge” vaccine mandates passed down.

For Virginia's New House Majority, Masks And Vaccines Will Be Optional During Session

Va. lawmakers prepare to reconvene for the 2022 General Assembly session as a looming question hovers -- How will it run amid the pandemic?

Virginia Can't Undo Equal Rights Amendment Approval, Outgoing AG Says

Departing Attorney General Mark Herring says Virginia can't undo its 2020 ratification of the federal Equal Rights Amendment.

Even With ‘Milder' Disease, Virginia's Latest COVID-19 Surge Is Straining Hospitals

The Va. Hospital and Healthcare Association noted a concerning milestone — COVID-19 hospitalizations reached an all-time single-day high.

Virginia Officials Weigh Precision Vs. Speed In Reporting Election Results

Virginia is moving closer to joining the dozens of other states that track absentee votes down to the neighborhood level.

Dominion Finally Gets Approval For Large-Scale Smart Meter Rollout

It occurs in Dominion Energy's quest to get regulators to approve the large-scale rollout of smart meters to Virginia customers.

Hampton Takes Home Biggest Slice Of Latest Round Of Flood Fund Awards

The city of Hampton, in Virginia's increasingly flood-beset region of Hampton Roads, will get more than $9 million in funds.

Northam Draws Criticism For Response To I-95 Shutdown; Luria Runs For Re-Election; Roanoke Schools Mask Mandate; More

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Snowstorm Fallout Continues And More Virginia Headlines

• Sen. Tim Kaine's commute from Richmond to D.C. took 27 hours this week thanks to the snowy shutdown of I-95. “It was cold."

Windsor, Va. A Small Town, But The Report States Black Residents Were Pulled Over 200 To 500 Percent More Than They Should

Mark Herring, the soon-to-be former Virginia attorney general, has thrown down the gauntlet against the policing practices.

Virginia Officials Apologize To Stranded I-95 Motorists, Defend Storm Prep Amid Criticism

A spokeswoman for the Virginia Department of Transportation offered an apology Tuesday to the countless people stranded overnight on 95.

Top Northam Administration Officials Say State Should Not Forbid New Fossil Fuel Plants

In a New Year's Day letter to Gov. Ralph Northam, two top Virginia officials offered the recommendation.

Can't Find A COVID Test In Virginia? Officials Are Blaming Supply And Staffing Shortfalls

Virginia's COVID-19 testing numbers have reached all-time highs over the last several days.

Trump EPA Head, Coal Lobbyist Tapped As Virginia's Environmental Chief

Republican Gov.-elect Glenn Youngkin announced Trump EPA chief and former coal lobbyist Andrew Wheeler as the pick.

Virginia To Open COVID-19 Testing Centers As Demand — And New Cases — Continue To Surge

Virginians struggle to access COVID-19 testing amid an ongoing surge; the state's health department will open 9 new community test centers.

Looking At The Visitors' Center At Colonial Williamsburg

An appropriately picturesque walking bridge connects the Visitors' Center at Colonial Williamsburg to the meticulously historic site.

As COVID-19 Cases Surge, Officials Urge Against Unnecessary ER Visits

State health officials and the association representing Virginia hospitals are urging against unnecessary emergency room visits.

Social-Emotional Learning Standards Come Into Question In Virginia

How will schools implement the changes? The author, who studies public policy, asks

Liberty University Dining Awarded Sodexo Stop Hunger Grant

Sodexo Stop Hunger Foundation has approved a one-time $1,000 grant for the Liberty University On-Campus Pantry Program.

The Capitol Siege By Trump Acolytes Leveled The Republican Party, Led To Investigations

The year 2021 was only six days old when it tipped its hand to the sort of politically riven year it would be.

Liberty University Dining donates 35 turkeys for the holidays

Liberty University Dining Services by Sodexo, partnering with the Lynchburg Sheriff's Office, donated 35 turkeys, and fed community members

How To Get An Affordable Flu Shot In Virginia

GoodRx is working with leading pharmacy chains to get you lower prices for your flu shot.

Virginia scored an 85 out of 100 for financial transparency

New report released by Truth in Accounting

Bus Drivers Saga Lays Bare The Divide Between Unionized And Non-Unionized Public Sector Workers

After a long slump, more drivers are winning the right to collective bargaining. Now, the threat of privatization looms.

Youngkin's School Warnings Intensify GOP's Suburban Push

Republican Glenn Youngkin, who has distanced himself from Donald Trump, is running for governor of Virginia and has a dire warning.

Liberty University Dining joins the campaign to Swipe Out Hunger

Liberty Dining donated 15,000 swipes to help commuter students who are experiencing food insecurity - and will continue to do this annually.

Virginia received ‘C’ for fiscal health

According to Truth in Accounting's new Financial State of the States report

Chesterbrook Academy Preschools in Virginia Give to Local Charity

Students held a donation drive to benefit Loudoun Abused Women’s Shelter

Federal Coronavirus Aid For Schools: See How Much VA Schools Got

Virginia schools have received at least $3.0 billion in federal aid since the pandemic began.

W&M Dining provides $1000 grant to Williamsburg House of Mercy

William & Mary (W&M) Dining Services by Sodexo recently presented Williamsburg House of Mercy with $1,000 to help within the community.

Lost Opportunity, Lost Inmate Lives To COVID-19

During the pandemic, prison officials could have prevented sickness and death by releasing older incarcerated people, lawyers said.