Making history: VA poised to elect its first female governor
For the first time, Virginia is set to elect its first female governor. Virginia is one of 18 states that have never had a woman serve as governor, according to the Center for American Women and Politics (CAWP).
For the first time, Virginia is set to elect its first female governor. Virginia is one of 18 states that have never had a woman serve as governor, according to the Center for American Women and Politics (CAWP).
Government shutdown latest: Senate rejects funding bills for 7th time
The U.S. Senate rejected competing funding bills for the seventh time on Thursday, meaning that the federal government shutdown will continue, at least for now.
The U.S. Senate rejected competing funding bills for the seventh time on Thursday, meaning that the federal government shutdown will continue, at least for now.
North Dakota ban on gender-affirming care for children upheld by judge
North Dakota's ban on gender-affirming care for children was upheld by a judge on Wednesday.
North Dakota's ban on gender-affirming care for children was upheld by a judge on Wednesday.
Trump signs Columbus Day proclamation: 'We're back, Italians'
Members of the press applauded as President Trump signed a proclamation reinstating Columbus Day during a cabinet meeting Thursday.
Members of the press applauded as President Trump signed a proclamation reinstating Columbus Day during a cabinet meeting Thursday.
Americans rate these 6 federal agencies lower than the USPS
These notable federal government agencies hover near their lowest approval rating among the public in years based on data in a recent poll.
These notable federal government agencies hover near their lowest approval rating among the public in years based on data in a recent poll.
Virginia Governor Debate: Spanberger, Earle-Sears face off Thursday ahead of November race
Republican Winsome Earle-Sears and Democrat Abigail Spanberger will face off Thursday in Virginia’s gubernatorial debate.
Republican Winsome Earle-Sears and Democrat Abigail Spanberger will face off Thursday in Virginia’s gubernatorial debate.
Jay Jones ‘should not run’ after controversial texts surface, Gov. Youngkin says
Virginia Republican Gov. Glenn Youngkin says Democratic candidate for attorney general Jay Jones "should not run" following the surfacing of controversial text messages in which Jones appeared to joke about shooting a Republican lawmaker.
Virginia Republican Gov. Glenn Youngkin says Democratic candidate for attorney general Jay Jones "should not run" following the surfacing of controversial text messages in which Jones appeared to joke about shooting a Republican lawmaker.
Is the government shutdown affecting air travel? Here's what we know
Staffing shortages triggered by the ongoing federal government shutdown are causing more flight delays at airports nationwide, with union leaders warning the situation could worsen.
Staffing shortages triggered by the ongoing federal government shutdown are causing more flight delays at airports nationwide, with union leaders warning the situation could worsen.
Government Shutdown 2025 Update: Frustration builds as stalemate drags on
Lawmakers are venting frustrations after another round of failed votes to reopen the government. While no formal negotiations are underway, quiet talks are reportedly emerging behind the scenes.
Lawmakers are venting frustrations after another round of failed votes to reopen the government. While no formal negotiations are underway, quiet talks are reportedly emerging behind the scenes.
Federal workers frustrated as shutdown enters day 9
It's day nine of the shutdown. After another failed vote on Wednesday, federal workers took to Capitol Hill to let their voices be heard.
It's day nine of the shutdown. After another failed vote on Wednesday, federal workers took to Capitol Hill to let their voices be heard.
Jay Jones scandal shakes up Virginia's attorney general race
Virginia’s attorney general race continues to make headlines nationwide as Democratic candidate Jay Jones tries to recover from a text message scandal.
Virginia’s attorney general race continues to make headlines nationwide as Democratic candidate Jay Jones tries to recover from a text message scandal.
Government Shutdown 2025 Update: Day 7 begins with no deal in sight
The federal government shutdown entered its seventh day Tuesday, with no signs of progress on Capitol Hill.
The federal government shutdown entered its seventh day Tuesday, with no signs of progress on Capitol Hill.
Virginia gubernatorial debate at Norfolk State University Thursday. Here's what to know
The Virginia gubernatorial debate will take place on Thursday.
The Virginia gubernatorial debate will take place on Thursday.
What is Antifa?
President Donald Trump held a roundtable on Antifa Wednesday after previously designating the group as a “terrorist organization."
President Donald Trump held a roundtable on Antifa Wednesday after previously designating the group as a “terrorist organization."
D.C. Rep. Owolewa said he will not 'be intimidated' following home vandalism
The D.C. US Representative, Owe Owolewa, found "F U" spray-painted on his town home door upon returning from the Anacostia Coordinating Council Annual Boat Cruise.
The D.C. US Representative, Owe Owolewa, found "F U" spray-painted on his town home door upon returning from the Anacostia Coordinating Council Annual Boat Cruise.
James Comey Indictment: Former FBI Director pleads not guilty over alleged lies to Congress
Former FBI Director James Comey pleaded not guilty Wednesday to charges he lied to Congress in a criminal case that has intensified scrutiny of the Justice Department’s role in targeting President Donald Trump’s political opponents.
Former FBI Director James Comey pleaded not guilty Wednesday to charges he lied to Congress in a criminal case that has intensified scrutiny of the Justice Department’s role in targeting President Donald Trump’s political opponents.
Joan Kennedy, Sen. Edward Kennedy's ex-wife, dies at 89
Joan Kennedy, the ex-wife of the late Sen. Edward Kennedy, died this week at the age of 89, after a life and marriage marked with tragedy and scandal.
Joan Kennedy, the ex-wife of the late Sen. Edward Kennedy, died this week at the age of 89, after a life and marriage marked with tragedy and scandal.
Government Shutdown 2025 Update: New fears over furloughed backpay
We’re now one week into the government shutdown, and federal workers could be the ones paying the price.
We’re now one week into the government shutdown, and federal workers could be the ones paying the price.
Two years after Hamas attack, two-state solution ?further away than ever?
Foreign policy expert and former State Department official Joel Rubin joined The Final 5 on the second anniversary of the Hamas attack on Israel ? the deadliest assault against Jews since the Holocaust. Rubin said while negotiations in Cairo may produce a short-term ceasefire and hostage deal, the broader path to a two-state solution has never looked more distant. He blamed Hamas for undermining past peace efforts, including during the Oslo era, and said removing the group from future governance in Gaza will be critical.
Foreign policy expert and former State Department official Joel Rubin joined The Final 5 on the second anniversary of the Hamas attack on Israel ? the deadliest assault against Jews since the Holocaust. Rubin said while negotiations in Cairo may produce a short-term ceasefire and hostage deal, the broader path to a two-state solution has never looked more distant. He blamed Hamas for undermining past peace efforts, including during the Oslo era, and said removing the group from future governance in Gaza will be critical.
Trump?s push for Mideast peace: analyst says ?we?re closer than ever?
With Benjamin Netanyahu facing intense pressure at home, and external pressure mounting on Hamas and its backers ? including Iran ? retired Navy Captain Armen Kurdian said real progress is possible, but fragile. He credited President Trump?s willingness to both support and criticize Israel as a potential diplomatic asset, noting that success hinges on cutting off Hamas funding and applying sustained international pressure.
With Benjamin Netanyahu facing intense pressure at home, and external pressure mounting on Hamas and its backers ? including Iran ? retired Navy Captain Armen Kurdian said real progress is possible, but fragile. He credited President Trump?s willingness to both support and criticize Israel as a potential diplomatic asset, noting that success hinges on cutting off Hamas funding and applying sustained international pressure.