Virginia lawmakers advance plan to redraw state's congressional districts
Lawmakers in Richmond are advancing a plan to redistrict Virginia’s U.S. House districts, but there is still an uphill battle before new maps could become a reality.
Lawmakers in Richmond are advancing a plan to redistrict Virginia’s U.S. House districts, but there is still an uphill battle before new maps could become a reality.
Obama rallies with Spanberger in Norfolk | Nov. 1 Virginia election update
Election Day in Virginia is just under a week away. Here's everything you need to know about the candidates running for governor, lieutenant governor and attorney general, as well as latest polls and how to vote.
Election Day in Virginia is just under a week away. Here's everything you need to know about the candidates running for governor, lieutenant governor and attorney general, as well as latest polls and how to vote.
Some Head Starts to close due to shutdown funding lapse: What we know
When Head Start programs close, children are left without care, teachers aren’t getting paid, and parents may have to miss work or school.
When Head Start programs close, children are left without care, teachers aren’t getting paid, and parents may have to miss work or school.
Federal judge rules Trump can’t require citizenship proof on the federal voting form
President Donald Trump’s request to add a documentary proof of citizenship requirement to the federal voter registration form cannot be enforced.
President Donald Trump’s request to add a documentary proof of citizenship requirement to the federal voter registration form cannot be enforced.
SNAP benefits gone? How to get free or discounted groceries
As SNAP benefits will lapse for millions in November, several food delivery services are offering ways to get discounted groceries. Here are some options available.
As SNAP benefits will lapse for millions in November, several food delivery services are offering ways to get discounted groceries. Here are some options available.
Trump administration to limit student loan forgiveness for some borrowers working in public service
The administration’s new rule starts next year and it may restrict loan forgiveness for some borrowers relying on the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program to pay off their debt.
The administration’s new rule starts next year and it may restrict loan forgiveness for some borrowers relying on the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program to pay off their debt.
SNAP Benefits: DC, Maryland & Virginia using emergency funds to cover food assistance
As the federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) faces a November 1 cutoff amid the ongoing government shutdown, leaders in Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia are stepping up to help low-income families who rely on the aid to put food on the table.
As the federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) faces a November 1 cutoff amid the ongoing government shutdown, leaders in Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia are stepping up to help low-income families who rely on the aid to put food on the table.
Virginia Beach sheriff’s race: Rocky Holcomb, Peacemaker Aldo go head-to-head in a rematch
Peacemaker Aldo (Aldo DiBelardino) has challenged Virginia Beach Sheriff Rocky Holcomb, and now, the two men will face off yet again in November's election.
Peacemaker Aldo (Aldo DiBelardino) has challenged Virginia Beach Sheriff Rocky Holcomb, and now, the two men will face off yet again in November's election.
Analyst makes prediction for Virginia ahead of Election Day | Oct. 31 Virginia election update
Election Day in Virginia is just under a week away. Here's everything you need to know about the candidates running for governor, lieutenant governor and attorney general, as well as latest polls and how to vote.
Election Day in Virginia is just under a week away. Here's everything you need to know about the candidates running for governor, lieutenant governor and attorney general, as well as latest polls and how to vote.
Virginia 2025 Election Prediction: Analyst says governor’s race data tells 'clear story'
All eyes are on Virginia ahead of Election Day — and one of the country’s most accurate political forecasters says the Commonwealth’s top race may already be all but decided.
All eyes are on Virginia ahead of Election Day — and one of the country’s most accurate political forecasters says the Commonwealth’s top race may already be all but decided.
Election forecaster: Spanberger "as certain as the sun" to win Va. Gov. race
Election forecaster Chaz Nuttycombe, executive director of State Navigate, told The Final 5 that his projections suggest Democrat Abigail Spanberger is a near lock to win Virginia’s governor’s race, with a 98% chance of victory, while Ghazala Hashmi is heavily favored for lieutenant governor and the attorney general race remains tight between Jay Jones and Jason Miyares. Nuttycombe projects Democrats will expand their slim House of Delegates majority by several seats and expects early voting to make up more than 40% of the total electorate. Known for his precise state-level forecasts, Nuttycombe says his live election-night model, NavCast, will give Virginians real-time insight into where the votes are coming from as results roll in.
Election forecaster Chaz Nuttycombe, executive director of State Navigate, told The Final 5 that his projections suggest Democrat Abigail Spanberger is a near lock to win Virginia’s governor’s race, with a 98% chance of victory, while Ghazala Hashmi is heavily favored for lieutenant governor and the attorney general race remains tight between Jay Jones and Jason Miyares. Nuttycombe projects Democrats will expand their slim House of Delegates majority by several seats and expects early voting to make up more than 40% of the total electorate. Known for his precise state-level forecasts, Nuttycombe says his live election-night model, NavCast, will give Virginians real-time insight into where the votes are coming from as results roll in.
Dems fight to hold slim majorities in Virginia House, Senate
With control of the Virginia legislature hanging by a slim margin, Democratic Delegate Dan Helmer told Jim Lokay on "The Final 5" that his party is running candidates in all 100 House districts for the first time in recent memory. Helmer said Democrats are energized by national issues like abortion rights, marriage equality, and rising living costs, framing the election as a response to GOP “extremism” in Washington and Richmond.
With control of the Virginia legislature hanging by a slim margin, Democratic Delegate Dan Helmer told Jim Lokay on "The Final 5" that his party is running candidates in all 100 House districts for the first time in recent memory. Helmer said Democrats are energized by national issues like abortion rights, marriage equality, and rising living costs, framing the election as a response to GOP “extremism” in Washington and Richmond.
Virginia takes center stage as Election Day looms
Across the U.S., redistricting efforts have surged — with states like Texas, Maryland and Indiana racing to redraw maps ahead of upcoming elections. In Virginia, the spotlight is also on the governor’s race, where Democrat Abigail Spanberger maintains a sizable lead in most polls over Republican Winsome Earle-Sears. Jim Lokay discusses the race with NOTUS contributing editor Dave Levinthal, who also discusses his reporting that uncovered lengthy gaps in Earle-Sears' official schedule as lieutenant governor.
Across the U.S., redistricting efforts have surged — with states like Texas, Maryland and Indiana racing to redraw maps ahead of upcoming elections. In Virginia, the spotlight is also on the governor’s race, where Democrat Abigail Spanberger maintains a sizable lead in most polls over Republican Winsome Earle-Sears. Jim Lokay discusses the race with NOTUS contributing editor Dave Levinthal, who also discusses his reporting that uncovered lengthy gaps in Earle-Sears' official schedule as lieutenant governor.
Virginia gubernatorial candidates make final efforts to campaign days ahead of election
The race for Virginia governor rolled into northern Virginia on Thursday as Democratic candidate Abigail Spanberger’s bus tour arrived in Alexandria just days ahead of Election Day.
The race for Virginia governor rolled into northern Virginia on Thursday as Democratic candidate Abigail Spanberger’s bus tour arrived in Alexandria just days ahead of Election Day.
Aide to Mass Gov. Healey charged in cocaine trafficking scheme allegedly linked to state office building
LaMar Cook, 45, of Springfield, pleaded not guilty and was ordered held during a court hearing.
LaMar Cook, 45, of Springfield, pleaded not guilty and was ordered held during a court hearing.
WATCH: Democratic Leader Jeffries speaks on day 30 of shutdown
Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries speaks on day 30 of the government shutdown.
Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries speaks on day 30 of the government shutdown.
SNAP benefits: These states will partially fund food stamps amid shutdown
Some states are taking action to protect food assistance as the federal government plans to suspend SNAP payments starting Saturday.
Some states are taking action to protect food assistance as the federal government plans to suspend SNAP payments starting Saturday.
Winsome Earle-Sears bus catches fire in final days of campaign
Just five days before the Virginia gubernatorial election, Republican candidate Winsome Earle-Sears bus caught fire while en-route to an event.
Just five days before the Virginia gubernatorial election, Republican candidate Winsome Earle-Sears bus caught fire while en-route to an event.
SNAP benefits: Maryland governor declares state of emergency as food aid nears cutoff
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore has declared a state of emergency to use federal emergency funds and keep food assistance running as SNAP benefits are set to expire this weekend.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore has declared a state of emergency to use federal emergency funds and keep food assistance running as SNAP benefits are set to expire this weekend.
Spanberger, Miyares leading in latest poll | Oct. 30 Virginia election update
New polling out of Roanoke College shows Democratic gubernatorial candidate Abigail Spanberger leading Republican candidate Winsome Earle-Sears just five days before election day.
New polling out of Roanoke College shows Democratic gubernatorial candidate Abigail Spanberger leading Republican candidate Winsome Earle-Sears just five days before election day.