Virginia gubernatorial candidate Dave LaRock discusses campaign, DOGE

Virginia gubernatorial candidate Dave LaRock joined The Final 5 with Jim Lokay to discuss his campaign for governor, emphasizing his belief that Virginia needs strong leadership to ensure accountability and government efficiency.

Virginia court rules frozen embryos cannot be divided as property

A Virginia court has ruled that frozen embryos cannot be classified as property, marking a pivotal decision in a legal battle between a cancer survivor and her ex-husband over custody of the embryos.

Virginia’s gubernatorial race begins to take shape

The nation's attention will be on Virginia this year as voters elect a new governor, in a race that is traditionally seen as a bellwether for the party in power at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue.

Multiple ICE arrests reported across northern Virginia causing 'wave of anxiety'

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem announced a major law enforcement operation in Northern Virginia Tuesday, targeting MS-13 and 18th Street gang members.

Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin orders local law enforcement to assist ICE

Police in Virginia can now help with immigration enforcement at the local level after Governor Glen Youngkin signed an executive order Thursday that gives them the power to work alongside Immigration and Customs Enforcement. 

Youngkin launches initiative to help job seekers, federal workers in Virginia

Governor Glenn Youngkin on Monday announced a new initiative to expand job opportunities across Virginia, highlighting efforts to help federal workers facing job losses and reinforcing the state’s position as a top destination for businesses.

Virginia’s probation reform bill follows Florida law championed by Jay-Z, DeSantis

Bipartisan Virginia lawmakers are putting forward a criminal justice reform bill proponents say is modeled after a 2022 Florida law that featured the unlikely pairing of Gov. Ron DeSantis and rap mogul Jay-Z.

Virginia school districts face federal complaint over gender identity policies

A right-wing legal group has filed a federal complaint against five Virginia school districts, arguing that their gender identity policies violate civil rights laws.

Virginia considers new limits on police use of license plate readers

The state of Virginia is trying once again to restrict and regulate how law enforcement use automated license plate readers across the Commonwealth.

Virginia Democrats retain statehouse majority in key special elections

Virginia Democrats maintained control of the Statehouse on Tuesday after winning two critical special elections in Loudoun County, solidifying their majority in the state Senate and the House of Delegates.

Loudoun County special elections could shake up state legislature

Voters cast ballots in portions of Loudoun County for two special elections Tuesday.  Early voting has happened for weeks.

New 2025 Virginia laws now in effect

 Virginia residents and businesses are now seeing several new laws take effect, bringing changes to wages, workplace protections and reporting requirements.

Governor Youngkin proposes budget to ban sanctuary cities

Governor Glenn Youngkin unveiled a budget proposal Thursday aimed at preventing the establishment of sanctuary cities in Virginia. 

Virginia's Youngkin endorses Winsome Earle-Sears for governor

Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin endorsed Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears for governor ahead of the state's November 2025 gubernatorial contest. Youngkin and Sears are both Republicans.

Rep. Gerry Connolly announces cancer diagnose days after reelection

Rep. Gerry Connolly announced Thursday he has esophageal cancer, days after being reelected to Virginia's 11th Congressional District. 

Vindman slightly ahead of Anderson in race for Virginia’s 7th District

Democrat Eugene Vindman slightly pulled ahead of Republican Derrick Anderson on Wednesday in the race for Virginia 7th Congressional District.