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Virginia law enforcement warns of more DMV text scams impacting residents

Read full article: Virginia law enforcement warns of more DMV text scams impacting residents

More scam texts have been impacting Virginians. This time, they’re impersonating the DMV.

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How to be a living organ donor in Virginia

Read full article: How to be a living organ donor in Virginia

If you’re looking to donate an organ, you must first be registered as an organ donor.

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Virginia DMV sees surge as REAL ID deadline nears

Read full article: Virginia DMV sees surge as REAL ID deadline nears

Virginia residents are flooding DMV offices as the federal REAL ID deadline approaches, with more than 100,000 credentials issued in March alone. Starting May 7, 2025, travelers nationwide must present a REAL ID-compliant driver’s license, passport, or other approved federal identification to board domestic flights or enter federal facilities.

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Deadline for Real ID enforcement approaching

Read full article: Deadline for Real ID enforcement approaching

Starting May 7, U.S. flyers will need a Real ID to board domestic flights. Without it, access to certain federal facilities and nuclear power plants will also be restricted.

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Virginia DMV warns customers of toll charge text scams

Read full article: Virginia DMV warns customers of toll charge text scams

The Virginia DMV is alerting customers about a new text scam where fraudsters pose as toll agencies and falsely claim you owe money for unpaid tolls.

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What’s open, closed on Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2025

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Martin Luther King Jr. Day is Monday, Jan. 20, and if you’re wondering what’s closed and what will still be open, we’ve got you covered!

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Oregon DMV waited weeks to tell elections officials about voter registration error

Read full article: Oregon DMV waited weeks to tell elections officials about voter registration error

Oregon transportation authorities waited weeks to tell elections officials about an error that registered over 1,200 people to vote despite them not providing proof of U.S. citizenship.

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Oregon DMV mistakenly registered more than 300 non-citizens to vote since 2021

Read full article: Oregon DMV mistakenly registered more than 300 non-citizens to vote since 2021

Oregon officials have acknowledged the state mistakenly registered more than 300 non-citizens as voters since 2021.

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Here’s a look at the new laws that go into effect July 1

Read full article: Here’s a look at the new laws that go into effect July 1

New Virginia laws are taking effect on Monday.

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Farm use license plate changes go into effect July 1

Read full article: Farm use license plate changes go into effect July 1

Starting on July 1, if you have an unregistered farm vehicle that you use on public roads, you will now have to register it under the DMV.

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Here’s how you can transfer your car title online through the DMV

Read full article: Here’s how you can transfer your car title online through the DMV

Transferring a car title through the DMV just got a little easier.

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Buckle up! Annual Click It or Ticket campaign launches in Virginia ahead of Memorial Day

Read full article: Buckle up! Annual Click It or Ticket campaign launches in Virginia ahead of Memorial Day

On Monday, the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles announced this year’s Click It or Ticket campaign, which they say is running through June 4.

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Virginia DMV unveils new driver’s license, ID card design

Read full article: Virginia DMV unveils new driver’s license, ID card design

The DMV has released new designs of Virginia driver’s licenses and ID cards.

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Five ways to speed up your next DMV trip

Read full article: Five ways to speed up your next DMV trip

Sometimes, making appointments to take care of business can be a hassle, but the Virginia DMV is offering up a few tips to help you make your next trip to the office a bit speedier.

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Drivers frustrated by highway use fee in Virginia

Read full article: Drivers frustrated by highway use fee in Virginia

Some may be surprised by the highway use fee you’ll have to pay when renewing your car’s registration, leading to cost concerns for some in our area.

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Breaking down the Virginia DMV’s Mileage Choice Program

Read full article: Breaking down the Virginia DMV’s Mileage Choice Program

The DMV is sending out mailers advertising Virginia’s Mileage Choice program.

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Troutville weigh station closure leaves I-81 truck drivers with one less overnight parking option

Read full article: Troutville weigh station closure leaves I-81 truck drivers with one less overnight parking option

A Troutville weigh station along I-81 is closed for truck driver parking overnight. According to a DMV spokesperson, they’ve had to stop allowing parking in the lot due to an increase in trash.

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450 applications needed to create Virginia license plate honoring women Veterans

Read full article: 450 applications needed to create Virginia license plate honoring women Veterans

The Virginia Department of Veterans Services is launching a campaign to bring license plates honoring female Veterans to the Commonwealth.

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DMV: Pedestrian deaths tripled on Roanoke region’s roadways

Read full article: DMV: Pedestrian deaths tripled on Roanoke region’s roadways

Pedestrian fatalities in the Roanoke region increased this year, according to the Virginia DMV.

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VSP weighs in on Halloween night roadway, trick-or-treating safety

Read full article: VSP weighs in on Halloween night roadway, trick-or-treating safety

Halloween is officially here, and police are encouraging parents and drivers to be extra cautious.

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Virginia DMV urges pedestrians, drivers to take extra precautions

Read full article: Virginia DMV urges pedestrians, drivers to take extra precautions

The DMV said 123 pedestrians have died as a result of crashes on Virginia’s roadways so far in 2022

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DMV to offer new U.S. Navy license plate

Read full article: DMV to offer new U.S. Navy license plate

The Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles is celebrating the 247th birthday of the United States Navy.

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DMV encourages drivers to stay safe this October

Read full article: DMV encourages drivers to stay safe this October

October is the most dangerous month on Virginia roadways, according to the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV).

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Rocky Mount DMV Customer Service Center set to reopen

Read full article: Rocky Mount DMV Customer Service Center set to reopen

The office was closed for due to interior renovations, which they said included new countertop designs, additional customer service windows, new paint, new carpet, and new energy-efficient lighting.

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Free VIN etchings being offered by VSP, Martinsville DMV Wednesday

Read full article: Free VIN etchings being offered by VSP, Martinsville DMV Wednesday

The Virginia DMV is helping drivers in Southside protect their cars from being stolen.

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Fans ready to embrace Washington’s inaugural season as the Commanders

Read full article: Fans ready to embrace Washington’s inaugural season as the Commanders

New team name, logo has grown on fans young and old.

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DMV Mileage Choice Program enrollment opens for Virginia drivers

Read full article: DMV Mileage Choice Program enrollment opens for Virginia drivers

The DMV said drivers who choose to participate in the program will only pay for the miles they drove.

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DMV introduces new communication device to help customers who are deaf, hard of hearing

Read full article: DMV introduces new communication device to help customers who are deaf, hard of hearing

The Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has announced a new communication device that strives to accommodate the needs of those who are deaf or hard of hearing.

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Car crash deaths on Virginia roadways reach 14-year high

Read full article: Car crash deaths on Virginia roadways reach 14-year high

Deaths on Virginia roadways reached a 14-year high last year and the Department of Motor Vehicles is urging people to do their part to keep roads safe.

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DMV urges Virginia drivers to stay safe on St. Patrick’s Day

Read full article: DMV urges Virginia drivers to stay safe on St. Patrick’s Day

St. Patrick’s Day is this Thursday, and the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles is warning drivers to make smart decisions while celebrating.

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DMV installs system along I-81 that detects commercial vehicles traveling with bad tires

Read full article: DMV installs system along I-81 that detects commercial vehicles traveling with bad tires

The Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles is looking to make traveling on Interstate 81 safer with its new commercial vehicle tire technology.

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Virginia DMV to offer appointments, walk-in service on select days starting in October

Read full article: Virginia DMV to offer appointments, walk-in service on select days starting in October

Virginians looking to get in-person service at the DMV only have to wait a little bit longer.

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One Virginia locality hasn’t had a traffic fatality in 10 years

Read full article: One Virginia locality hasn’t had a traffic fatality in 10 years

In the past five years Virginia has seen more than 3,700 traffic fatalities.

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Virginia DMV to offer new vehicle titling drop-off service

Read full article: Virginia DMV to offer new vehicle titling drop-off service

Have you purchased a vehicle recently and need to apply for a Virginia title? The Virginia DMV is hoping to make people’s lives easier with this new option.

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Virginia saw more deadly crashes with speed-related fatalities reaching a 10-year high in 2020

Read full article: Virginia saw more deadly crashes with speed-related fatalities reaching a 10-year high in 2020

This holiday weekend, the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles is reminding Virginians to be safe.

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AG Mark Herring urges Virginians to be cautious of scams targeting immigrants

Read full article: AG Mark Herring urges Virginians to be cautious of scams targeting immigrants

Attorney General Mark Herring is warning Virginians against fraudsters who are scamming immigrants out of hundreds of dollars.

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DMV urges caregivers to never leave children unattended in a car no matter the temperature

Read full article: DMV urges caregivers to never leave children unattended in a car no matter the temperature

As we start to see warmer weather, the Virginia DMV wants parents, caregivers and pet owners to “look before you lock.”

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DMV sites across Virginia to offer more appointments as COVID-19 restrictions eased

Read full article: DMV sites across Virginia to offer more appointments as COVID-19 restrictions eased

One place many have had trouble getting into during the COVID-19 pandemic is the DMV.

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DMV to offer more online service options during coronavirus pandemic

Read full article: DMV to offer more online service options during coronavirus pandemic

Drivers that are over 18 years old can replace their commercial driver’s license, driver’s license, learner’s permit, driver privilege card and more online. When the COVID-19 pandemic started, people had to make appointments for in-person services. Now, the DMV has more than 50 transactions that drivers can do online. “DMV continues to add online options to not only make service more convenient but to create additional appointment opportunities for customers who need in-person service,” said DMV Commissioner Richard Holcomb. Postal Service DMV materials may be delayed.

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Thousands of undocumented families feel safer on the roads after getting driver privilege card

Read full article: Thousands of undocumented families feel safer on the roads after getting driver privilege card

HENRY COUNTY, Va. – In just a little over a month, 2,563 undocumented residents have taken advantage of the state’s new driver privilege cards. But there are tens of thousands of families in Virginia who constantly look over their shoulders, until now. Asking us to conceal her identity, 10 News spoke to a driver privilege card recipient who said when her letter arrived in the mail, 23 years of fear lifted from her shoulders. Though she did not have problems obtaining her new card through the DMV, other families have. If you would like to get a driver privilege card, sign up on the DMV website for an appointment.

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DMV offering more convenient service options

Read full article: DMV offering more convenient service options

The Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles is introducing more convenient service options for customers during the current COVID-19 pandemic. It also allows Class B driver training schools to administer an in-class curriculum and the parent/student driver education component of the driver’s education course via an online platform. During this pandemic, DMV has extended that grace period to 90 days, giving customers more time to obtain a credential in their new state of residence before their Virginia driver’s license or identification card is canceled. If the petition is granted, the customer can obtain a restricted driver’s license as long as they are otherwise eligible. DMV has contacted all 305 affected customers and assisted them in scheduling appointments to satisfy any outstanding requirements, such as completing a knowledge test.

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Driver Privilege Cards now available for Virginians who don’t meet requirements for standard license

Read full article: Driver Privilege Cards now available for Virginians who don’t meet requirements for standard license

If you don’t meet the requirements for a standard or REAL ID-compliant Virginia driver’s license, you may now be able to get a different type of license so you can drive. Virginia is now offering driver privilege cards at the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles. Virginia Resident Form, Virginia Part-Year Resident Income Tax Return Form or Virginia Nonresident Income Tax Return Form, filed in the past 12 months)All documents must be originals and are subject to verification; however, printouts of approved online residency documents may be accepted. Applications will be accepted by appointment only; appointments can be made at dmvNOW.com/appt. Click here to learn more details about applying for a Driver Privilege Card in Virginia.

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DMV centers are still appointment-only, most have backlogs

Read full article: DMV centers are still appointment-only, most have backlogs

RICHMOND, Va. – All Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles centers are still operating by appointment-only because of the coronavirus pandemic. The Richmond Times-Dispatch reports that residents are traveling outside of their county or city to get an appointment. The DMV is now serving about 11,000 people per day on average across 73 centers. The department does not have an estimate for when it will catch up to the demand. The state says that vehicle registration, driver’s license renewal and title replacements can still be done virtually.

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Have an expired license? Virginia DMV extending its expiration for another 60 days

Read full article: Have an expired license? Virginia DMV extending its expiration for another 60 days

RICHMOND, Va. – Renewing your driver’s license, learner’s permit or ID can be tricky during the coronavirus pandemic, but you’ve just been given an extra 60 days and alternative options to make it happen. Ralph Northam announced Fifth Executive Directive 7 during a press briefing on Tuesday that there’s a new extension for credentials that expired during the pandemic. Starting mid-September, people who need to renew their licenses have two options:Option 1: Schedule an in-person appointment to renew the driver’s license or ID for the full eight years. Option 2: Renew remotely online or by mail, but the driver’s license or ID will only be valid for two years. The DMV will mail the license or ID to your home.

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Virginia DMV extends expiration of driver’s licenses, vehicle registrations for another 90 days

Read full article: Virginia DMV extends expiration of driver’s licenses, vehicle registrations for another 90 days

If your Virginia driver’s license, ID or vehicle registration is expiring soon, you’ve just been given 90 extra days to get it done. Ralph Northam amended one of his executive directives to provide an additional 90 days to give customers extra time to make appointments at the DMV to renew IDs, driver’s licenses and vehicle registrations. This extension is in addition to the prior extension of up to 90 days. After July 31st: If a credential expires after July 31st, it must be renewed before its expiration date. Example: If a driver’s license expires August 2, it must be renewed by August 2.

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Local officers participate in virtual torch run for Special Olympics

Read full article: Local officers participate in virtual torch run for Special Olympics

Each year, local law enforcement officers run the ceremonial torch across the state to kick off the games. The officers all had slightly different reasons for doing so, but the common theme is that they want to raise awareness, and ultimately money, for Special Olympics. “I run because it’s healthy; it’s fun," said Special Olympics athlete Erica Bookout. “It’s just been a goal of our police department to always support athletes and Special Olympics,” said Nathan Delp, Christiansburg Police Department investigator. The goal of this year’s virtual run is for everyone participating to collectively run 1,900 miles, the distance of the traditional torch run, between June 8 and June 12.

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Christiansburg among Virginia DMV centers to reopen

Read full article: Christiansburg among Virginia DMV centers to reopen

RICHMOND, Va. – The Virginia Department of Transportation announced that it’s reopening four service centers for customers. Christiansburg, Farmville, Waynesboro and Woodstock are now open, by appointment only. Virginians have booked more than 196,000 appointments via DMV’s new appointment system since its launch on May 13, according to the Department of Transportation. Originally, 11 centers were reopened when Virginia entered Phase One. Now, 27 centers are open for customers across the state.

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Virginians book 40,000 appointments through the DMV’s new system

Read full article: Virginians book 40,000 appointments through the DMV’s new system

Virginians have booked more than 40,000 appointments through the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles’ new appointment system since its launch Wednesday, May 13. Appointments are currently offered at nine DMV customer service centers across the Commonwealth. “Customers have responded positively to our appointment system and are grateful to get a reservation for needed in-person service as we are able to safely reopen offices,” said DMV Commissioner Richard D. Holcomb. These include original driver’s licenses and identification cards, original titles, original vehicle registrations, disabled parking permits and vital records. Customers are asked to stay in their cars until 10 minutes before their appointments to accommodate social distancing requirements.

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Roanoke among Virginia DMV service centers to partially reopen Monday

Read full article: Roanoke among Virginia DMV service centers to partially reopen Monday

RICHMOND, Va. – After two months of being closed, starting Monday, some DMV customer services centers across Virginia will be allowed to reopen. Northam announced Wednesday that 11 DMV centers will reopen in seven of eight regions. No centers in Northern Virginia will be open. As part of the DMV’s reopening plan, appointments will be required for specific in-person services[Where are Virginia’s coronavirus cases? Click here for more information about the DMV Reopening Plan.

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Speeding increasing in Virginia during stay-at-home order

Read full article: Speeding increasing in Virginia during stay-at-home order

ROANOKE COUNTY, Va. – Roanoke County police are urging people to slow down. “We do see an increased number in speed complaints in neighborhoods, just more people being at home," said Sgt. Northam’s stay-at-home order went into effect in March but the number of fatal and non-fatal speed-related crashes increased compared to 2019. According to the Governors Highway Safety Association, there has been a “severe spike” in speeding nationwide as a result of so many people staying at home. The DMV campaign is also an opportunity to remind people about something that can be just as important as their speed.

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Gov. Northam extends ban on elective surgeries, closure of DMV offices

Read full article: Gov. Northam extends ban on elective surgeries, closure of DMV offices

Northam announced that he is extending parts of his public health emergency. He extended the current ban on elective surgeries by one week, until May 1, and the closure of DMV public-facing offices by two weeks, until May 11. The ban on elective surgeries will continue while Northam and State Health Commissioner Dr. “We have increased our supply of PPE, but before we allow elective surgeries to resume, we must first be assured that the doctors, nurses, and medical staff who are fighting this virus or conducting emergency surgeries have the necessary supplies. Click here to see the answers to some frequently asked questions regarding Public Health Emergency Order Two.

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