Virginia attorney general launches effort to send surplus police body armor, tactical gear to Israel
Virginia AG Jason Miyares said any surplus police gear collected will be sent to IDF on the front lines in the Israel-Hamas conflict.
Misleading flyer sparks voter misinformation concerns in Prince William County
Attorney General Jason Miyares' Office sent a cease and desist letter to Virginia Voter Assistance Tuesday, asking them to immediately stop distributing the misleading flyers.
Virginia Democrat candidate posted sex acts with husband online while soliciting tips: report
A Virginia Democratic candidate running for the commonwealth’s House of Delegates is being accused of performing sex acts with her husband in front of an online audience and encouraging viewers to send them "tip" money.
Virginia Beach man who won case to keep emotional support emu running for office
Nicholas Olenik has battled mental health challenges throughout his life.
Rep. Abigail Spanberger planning to run for Virginia governor: report
Virginia Representative Abigail Spanberger is looking to run for governor in 2025, according to a new report in Politico.
Arlington to implement new pedestrian safety law
One community in northern Virginia is working to continue improving pedestrian safety.
Lashrecse Aird defeats incumbent Senator Joe Morrissey in Virginia race centered on abortion rights
Former state legislator Lashrecse Aird defeated incumbent and self-described "pro-life" Democrat Sen. Joe Morrissey on Tuesday in a closely watched primary election nomination contest in Virginia that centered on abortion rights.
Virginia primary election: Here's everything you need to know to vote on June 20
Here's everything you need to know about the Virginia Primary elections on June 20th.
Arlington County considers permanent zoning for outdoor dining
Arlington County could make its outdoor dining program permanent.
Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin sends 100 National Guard soldiers to US-Mexican border
“The ongoing border crisis facing our nation has turned every state into a border state," Youngkin said in a statement. “As leadership solutions at the federal level fall short, states are answering the call to secure our southern border, reduce the flow of fentanyl, combat human trafficking and address the humanitarian crisis."
Youngkin: Virginia agencies eliminating higher-ed degree requirements for some state jobs
The state of Virginia is set to make a big change in a hiring practice by eliminating the requirement or preference that applicants for many executive branch jobs have a higher education degree.
Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin fuels presidential buzz with new ad
There’s now more political speculation over the possible White House ambitions of Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin.
Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin meets with Taiwan’s leader during trade mission
Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin met with the president of Taiwan on Monday to discuss mutual trade and investment initiatives and other business matters, his office said.
'Missing Middle' housing plan approved in Arlington
Arlington ended single-family-only-zoning on Wednesday as the county board approved the “Missing Middle" housing reform
Jennifer McClellan becomes 1st Black woman for Virginia in Congress
Jennifer McClellan, holding the receipt for a poll tax her father once had to pay tucked into the pages of a family Bible, was sworn into the U.S. House on Tuesday, becoming the first Black woman to represent Virginia in Congress.
Virginia legislative session ends with no budget deal
The politically divided Virginia General Assembly worked through dozens of pieces of legislation on Saturday as lawmakers reached the end of their regularly scheduled session.
Virginia cracks down on organized retail theft
Virginia is cracking down on retail theft with brand-new criminal penalties.
Virginia special election set to fill McClellan Senate seat
A special election has been set for March 28 to fill the vacancy in the Virginia Senate created by Richmond Democrat Jennifer McClellan’s election to the U.S. House of Representatives.
McClellan wins special election for Virginia’s 4th District
Democrat Jennifer McClellan defeated her Republican opponent in a special election Tuesday to win a seat in the House, where she will be the first Black woman to represent Virginia in Congress.
Virginia picks Chincoteague Island pony as official state horse
Virginia lawmakers approved a bill on Tuesday, designating the Chincoteague Island pony as the official pony of the Commonwealth.