Lawmakers push to end solitary confinement in Virginia
State lawmakers in Virginia could be on the verge of getting rid of solitary confinement in state prisons.
'Crossover Day' for Virginia legislative session happens Tuesday
It's almost halftime of the Virginia legislative session.
Virginia House subcommittee advances transgender athletes bill
A controversial bill that would restrict transgender athletes from competing in sports aligning with their gender identity has passed its first hurdle in the Virginia General assembly.
Ex-stripper Monica Gary eyeing Virginia Senate seat
The mother of seven said Republicans and Democrats reached out to her wanting her to represent their parties.
Virginia's 'second-look' bill could allow some prisoners to get out of jail early
Virginia lawmakers are introducing a bill that could give prisoners a chance to get out early.
Virginia governor proposes bill to make merit awards notifications mandatory
Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin requested a bill to pass through the general assembly requiring schools to inform students and their families of awards they received. FOX 5 spoke to one of the lawmakers putting the bill together.
Sen. Tim Kaine of Virginia announces bid for reelection in 2024
U.S. Sen. Tim Kaine announced Friday that he will seek reelection in 2024.
Virginia House panel votes down 'magic mushrooms' bill
Virginia House Republicans have voted down a bill that would have allowed doctors to prescribe psilocybin, or "magic mushrooms," for treatment of a small set of mental health conditions.
Virginia legislators propose gun purchase waiting period after Walmart mass shooting
Should there be a mandatory "cooling-off period" when people go to purchase a gun?
Loudoun County changes prosecution process for some misdemeanor cases
Loudoun County Commonwealth’s Attorney Buta Biberaj says in a memo obtained by FOX 5, that her office will stop prosecuting some misdemeanor cases, claiming the office is "inundated" and prosecutors need to focus on violent and felony crimes.
Virginia General Assembly to debate abortion restrictions during 2023 legislative session
The Virginia General Assembly began its annual legislative session on Wednesday with lawmakers pushing abortion restrictions on day one of the session.
Jennifer McClellan wins Democratic 'firehouse primary' for the late Rep. Donald McEachin's Virginia House seat
Virginia state Sen. Jennifer McClellan has won the Democratic nomination for the House seat vacated by the late Rep. Donald McEachin.
New law proposed after Fairfax Co. counselor convicted of sex crime kept job
A Fairfax County guidance counselor kept his job after being convicted of sex crimes. Now, a new law in Virginia could prevent that from ever happening again.
Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin bans TikTok, WeChat on state devices
Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin is following in the footsteps of Maryland Governor Larry Hogan and banning TikTok for some government officials.
"In The Courts" Marijuana Special explains Maryland's ballot initiative, laws across the DMV and beyond
A key issue on the ballot as early voting opens in Maryland is the legalization of marijuana. In this election special, FOX 5's Katie Barlow breaks down the measure & also looks at laws across the DMV.
Virginia Congressman Don McEachin dies after battle with cancer
Congressman Aston Don McEachin, the politician, lawyer and U.S. Representative for Virginia's fourth district, has died, according to his staff.
New Virginia bill takes aim at transgender student-athletes
A new bill in Virginia would require transgender student-athletes to play on teams based on their biological sex.
Trump takes aim at Virginia Gov. Youngkin, other potential GOP presidential opponents
Former President Donald Trump, who is expected to announce a 2024 presidential run on November 15, is already taking aim at some of his potential opponents, including Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin.
Virginia Lt. Gov. Earle-Sears call Trump 'a liability,' says it's ‘time to move on’
Virginia’s Republican lieutenant governor, Winsome Earle-Sears, said in a TV interview Thursday that if Donald Trump makes a third bid for the White House, she would not support him.
Spanberger defeats Trump-endorsed Vega in pivotal Virginia congressional race
After a closely contested race, Abigail Spanberger has been re-elected to the U.S. House to represent Virginia's 7th Congressional District, according to the Associated Press.