VA Ranks High In Places To Raise A Family, Study Says

Check out where Virginia lands in a new analysis of the best places to raise a family in the U.S.

Former UVA Student Sentenced In Shooting That Killed 3 Football Players

Christopher Darnell Jones was previously convicted of killing three football players when he opened fire inside a charter bus in 2022.

This Thanksgiving Dinner Staple Is The Top Side Dish On VA Tables

Campbell's recently released its State of the Sides Report, which showcases the iconic side dishes most likely to appear on VA tables.

Old Dominion University Partners With Google To Launch A First-Of-Its Kind AI Incubator

The incubator aims to advance AI research and development and to train students across industries on how to use it.

Flooding Board Recommends Legislation Aimed At Fighting Rising Seas

“Flooding is no longer a future threat; it is a present-day challenge that can present itself on any given day,” said Sen. Angelia Williams.

Democrats Brace For Quick Special Election In Deep-Blue Senate District 15

Party expects firehouse primary to replace Lt. Gov.-elect Ghazala Hashmi as Republicans weigh whether to compete in solidly Democratic seat.

Spanberger Appoints Energy Policy Transition Team

A former SCC commissioner, Southern Environmental Law Center lawyer, and a Google lobbyist head up the start of the policy shift.

Higher SOL Cut Scores Coming, But Not This Year, Virginia Board Says

An eight-member panel approves a gradual increase in reading and math benchmarks after months of debate over equity and readiness.

New UVA Research Recommends Gun Violence Prevention Strategies For State, Local Governments

“We shouldn’t be scared to walk around our own city without a gun,” said a 25-year-old Charlottesville resident.

This Is Guy Fieri's Favorite VA Restaurant

A report by Lovefood has identified Guy Fieri's favorite restaurant in every U.S. state. See which Virginia eatery made the list.

More Than A Year After Hurricane Helene, Repairs Set To Begin On Washed-Out Virginia Creeper Trail

The small town of Damascus in Southwest Virginia has been eagerly rebuilding after Helene's catastrophic damage in September 2024.

Virginia's Probe Into Public Universities' Displacement Of Black Neighborhoods No Longer Theoretical

A Newport News task force revealed its preliminary findings in a recent meeting in a process many residents have urged be more transparent.

Federal Shutdown Strains Virginia's Skies As Controllers Work Without Pay

Flights face delays amid FAA staffing shortages; more than 1,100 Virginia controllers continue working.

Former Gov. McAuliffe Joins Pro-Natural Gas Group As National Co-Chair

"I believe that we must come together to secure a reliable and affordable energy future,” McAuliffe said in a statement.

Virginia Pauses State Food Aid As Partial SNAP Payments Are To Resume Amid Shutdown

Gov. Youngkin halts emergency program as federal benefits trickle in; Senate advances bipartisan plan to reopen government.

Shutdown Battle Ebbs, But Trump Won't Give Up Trying To Withhold Full SNAP Benefits

On Monday morning, the top federal litigator told the Supreme Court the administration was continuing its appeal.

Veterans Day Deals: Military Personnel Eat Free At These VA Restaurants

Businesses across Virginia are thanking veterans for their service with special Veterans Day discounts.

Trump Proposes $2K Tariff Dividend: Who Would Qualify In VA?

It's unclear if all Virginians would qualify if President Trump's proposed $2K tariff dividend materializes. Here's what we know.

Virginia Social Studies Leaders Warn Proposed Testing Shift Could Sideline Critical Thinking

Educators say state plan risks replacing inquiry-based assessments with multiple-choice exams as the BOE reviews accountability changes.

Goochland Approves Tech Overlay District After Hours Of Resident Backlash

County leaders argue data centers are key to long-term revenue growth, but opponents say the plan threatens rural neighborhoods.

Cyberattack Closes School | 'Sus Candy Man' Arrest | Teen Sexually Assaulted: VA Weekend

NoVA school canceled over cyberattack; a teen is sexually assaulted; a suspect kids call the "sus candy man" is charged with sexual battery.

Lawmakers Move To End Shutdown: How VA Senators Voted

If the budget deal is to be approved, it must pass the House, and President Donald Trump then must sign it. See where VA lawmakers stand.

Virginia Lawmakers Advance $400M Transit Funding Plan As Metro Costs Surge

The proposal calls for new revenue streams to keep VRE, WMATA, and local bus systems afloat, but tax concerns divide state officials.

Centra South Side Community Hospital To Close Labor And Delivery Unit In Farmville

The hospital cites ‘reductions in federal health care funding’ among reasons for the decision.

Snow, Arctic Air Forecast For VA: See Timing

A storm system aiming for the East Coast will bring a dose of Arctic air and a touch of snow to D.C., NoVA early next week, forecasts say.

Where To Find The Most Affordable Thanksgiving Groceries In VA

Cooking Thanksgiving dinner doesn’t have to break the bank. Here's where to find affordable staples in Virginia and save some money.

Major Fast Food Chain Ditches 'Exact Change' Amid Penny Shortage In VA

​President Donald Trump's decision to stop producing the penny is having an impact at retailers and restaurants in Virginia.

Jury Awards $10M To Former VA Teacher Shot By 6-Year-Old Student

Abby Zwerner was a teacher at Richneck Elementary School in Newport News when she was shot by the boy in January 2023.

Democrats Say Virginia Voters Rejected Anti-Trans Platforms

With wins in Virginia, New Jersey and New York, ‘pro-equality’ advocates look ahead to 2026 Congressional midterm elections.

After Stinging GOP Losses, Youngkin Pivots To Legacy And Transition

Outgoing governor congratulates Spanberger while Democrats celebrate largest House majority in decades.

Jury Begins Deliberations In $40M Lawsuit Of VA Teacher Shot By 6-Year-Old Student

A jury began deliberating shortly before 4 p.m. Wednesday in the lawsuit filed by Abby Zwerner, a VA teacher who was shot by a first-grader.

Republican Miyares Wishes Jones Well As The Democrat Wins Virginia's Attorney General Race

Attorney General Jason Miyares lost his reelection bid to Democrat Jay Jones.

Big Night For Democrats In VA: See Latest Election Updates, Reactions

Election night brought a series of firsts to Virginia as voters shifted blue and elected women to serve as governor and lieutenant governor.

Spanberger Pledges To 'Always Put Virginia First' As Governor

Democrat Abigail Spanberger is the next Virginia governor. Ghazala Hashmi wins lieutenant governor's race; Jones wins attorney general.

Virginia Governor's Race Will Test Trump And Democrats Nationally — And Make History

The race to replace term-limited Republican Gov. Glenn Youngkin has taken on national dimensions from the start.

VA Governor's Race Leader: What Latest Polls Show

See what the latest polls say about the VA governor's race between Republican Winsome Earle-Sears and Democrat Abigail Spanberger.

Va. Supreme Court Hears Appeal To Lift Suspension Of Youngkin Appointees From College Boards

The lower court ruled in favor of nine Democratic state senators, some of whom serve on the Senate Privileges and Elections Committee.

Biker Dies Fleeing From Cops | New Red Light Camera | Arson Fire Arrest: VA Weekend

A motorcyclist dies in a crash fleeing police; teens brawl in DC; a school bus driver is accused of assaulting a student; and arson arrest.

Obama Rallies With Virginia Dems In Campaign Push Before Election Day

Former President Barack Obama supported Virginia’s Democratic gubernatorial nominee Abigail Spanberger in Norfolk on Saturday.

VA Lawmakers Move Forward With Congressional Redistricting Plans

A proposed amendment could pave the way for redistricting in the state ahead of the 2026 congressional elections.