Virginia Senate Panel Advances Gun Safety Bills Once Vetoed By Youngkin

Democrats move a package of firearm restrictions as Spanberger signals a new era on guns.

5 VA, DC Restaurants Rank Best In Nation On Yelp's Annual List: Here's Where

Yelp’s Top 100 US Restaurants 2026 list features seafood, comfort food and more from Virginia and D.C.

Virginia To Consider Joining States Creating Volunteer Cyber Civilian Corps

The proposed volunteer group would help local governments fend off cyber attacks and security breaches.

In Newly Democratic Virginia, Immigration Enforcement Becomes Early Test For Spanberger

The governor moves to curb state cooperation with ICE, advocates warn existing agreements remain, and some argue the change risks safety.

Town-By-Town NoVA Snow Totals Released: How Much Did You Get?

Below are the unofficial Northern Virginia snowfall totals as provided by the National Weather Service for the Jan. 24-25 snowstorm.

CVS Health supports VA communities as major winter storm approaches

Pharmacy patients encouraged to pick up prescriptions before conditions deteriorate

AG Jones Searches For Higher Ed Counsel To Halt ‘Politically-Motivated Assaults' On Va. Colleges

UVA and George Mason have been the subject of multiple federal investigations.

Federal Judge Allows Va. Inmates Rights' Lawsuits To Move Forward

A long-simmering challenge to inmate treatment is on its way to trial.

New Deductions Await VA Taxpayers As Tax Season Opens

Tax season opens Monday, Jan. 26. Here's what Virginia taxpayers should know about new deductions.

With Youngkin Gone, Democrats See Opening On Housing Reform

Lawmakers say a new governor and renewed momentum could revive bills stalled by vetoes last year.

Parents Flood Va. General Assembly To Advocate For More Early Childhood Care Options And Access

“It was extremely disheartening … I felt like my child was unwanted or pushed aside,” Kaila Brewer, a Chesapeake mother and teacher, said.

Va. Lawmakers Seek To Restore Hampton University's Land-Grant Status After A Century

The bill would restore Hampton, an HBCU, as a land-grant university and establish a special fund to support this restoration.

Home Health Workers, ‘Backbone' Of Public Health Work, Support Collective Bargaining Legislation

Vetoed last year, Virginia’s new governor could have a chance to weigh in.

Work Resumes On Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind Project After Court Order Ends Federal Pause

The first of the 176 turbines was delivered by ship to the leasing area on Saturday.

Spanberger Appoints 27 To University Boards, Orders Study Of Selection Process

New governor’s actions follow fights between lawmakers and the Youngkin administration over college board appointees.

Gun At Mall Sparks Rumors | Man Dies In Sheriff's Custody | Governor Makes History: VA Weekend

Here are the headlines you may have missed from the weekend in Virginia.

Northern Lights Could Be Visible Tonight In VA

A powerful solar eruption on Sunday could lead to a "severe" geomagnetic storm, making the aurora visible as far south as Alabama.

Virginia Lawmakers Send Reproductive Rights Amendment Toward November Vote

The measure advances after a party-line debate as Democrats cite urgency amid regional abortion restrictions.

After Last Year's Overhaul, Va. Lawmakers Consider Tweaking K-12 Assessment Testing

The bills would address students’ final grades, the administration of tests, and retakes.

Spanberger Sworn In As Virginia's First Woman Governor, Moves Swiftly To Set Agenda

Within hours of taking the oath as Virginia's first woman governor, Spanberger moved swiftly to define the priorities of her administration.

Abigail Spanberger Becomes VA's 1st Female Governor In Historic Inauguration

Spanberger defeated Republican Winsome Earle-Sears in November's election to succeed Gov. Glenn Youngkin.

Virginia Launches Website To Make Wetland Credits More Transparent

The new platform does not change how mitigation banks are operated in Virginia, but could make it easier to move through the process.

Virginia Senate Democrats Advance Mid-Decade Redistricting Amendment

A party-line vote advances a plan to redraw congressional maps, ending approval by incoming Gov. Abigail Spanberger.

Au Pair Affair Murder Trial | Infant Sexually Abused | Hate Crime Policy: VA News

Ice Skater Eyes Olympic Gold | Child With Measles | School Vehicle Kills Pedestrian | Teacher Throws Shoe At Student | Redistricting Passes

VA Lawmakers Pass Redistricting Plan, Sending It To Voters

The amendment, which could give the Democratic Party three or four more seats in Congress, will likely appear on the ballot this spring.

Youngkin Looks Back On Four Years As Governor And Sees Transformation, Not Regret

In a wide-ranging interview, the outgoing governor defends his record on jobs, education and public safety amid criticism.

Lawsuit Filed To Protect Rare Appalachian Salamander Found In Virginia, Neighboring States

The Fish and Wildlife Service found in 2024 that there is a possibility the salamander may qualify for special protections under the Act.

First Child Flu Death Of Season Reported In VA Despite Dip In Cases

​Virginia health officials on Thursday confirmed the first child death for the 2025–26 flu season.

Virginia Congressman Wittman Among Just 17 Republicans Nationally To Back ACA Credits Extension

The issue could test Virginia Republican representatives Wittman and Kiggans in the 2026 congressional midterm elections later this year.

After More Than 600 Days, Va. Lawmakers Adjourn 2024 Special Session

“I’m proud of the fact that we were able to get the redistricting amendment completed,” Speaker Scott said at a Wednesday press conference.

Saks Files For Bankruptcy; See Impact On VA Stores

The company owns Saks Fifth Avenue, Neiman Marcus, Bergdorf Goodman, Saks Off 5th, Last Call and Horchow.

Democrats Retain House Districts 11 And 23 In Tuesday's Special Elections

Bulova and Franklin prevail as vacancies mount from Spanberger's cabinet picks.

Virginia Senate Democrats Pledge Action On Affordability As 2026 Session Begins

Leaders cite rising costs for housing, health care and energy, and signal openness to tax changes amid looming budget pressures.

Federal Lawmakers Try To Protect Va. Forests As Trump Administration Moves To Repeal Roadless Rule

400,000 acres of Virginia forest land are at risk of development if the rule is repealed.

Va. Senators Grill UVA Leaders Over DOJ Deal, Leadership Search, Diversity Programs

Senators urged UVA to demonstrate a genuine commitment to fostering a diverse and equitable campus culture.

After Youngkin's Veto, Lawmakers Hope Spanberger Will Warm To Cost-Cutting Prescription Drug Board

Eleven states have set up Prescription Drug Affordability Boards to mixed success since 2019, as the novel concept continues proving itself.

What To Watch As Virginia's 2026 General Assembly Returns To Richmond

With Spanberger taking office, lawmakers reconvene this week to tackle abortion, voting rights, redistricting and a new state budget.

Au Pair Murder Trial | New Grocery Chain Coming | Measles Exposure: VA Weekend

Here are the headlines you may have missed from the weekend in Virginia.

Fatal Walmart Shootout | Driver Sought In Deadly I-495 Crash | Help For Family In Need: VA News

Illegal Car Rally Arrests | Road Rage Shooter | DC Pipe Bomb Charges Added | Transit Bus Driver Charged | Wegmans Scans Shoppers' Faces |

In Statewide Survey, Employers Say Virginia Child Care Crisis Negatively Impacts Businesses

Eight out of ten Virginia employers say child care challenges hinder hiring and retention.