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Lawsuit says Virginia is illegally purging legitimate voters off the rolls
Read full article: Lawsuit says Virginia is illegally purging legitimate voters off the rollsA coalition of immigrant-rights groups and the League of Women Voters in Virginia has filed a federal lawsuit accusing Republican Gov. Glenn Youngkin and Attorney General Jason Miyares of an ongoing โpurgeโ of voter rolls that will disenfranchise legitimate voters.
Youngkin pledges Virginiaโs support as Florida prepares for Hurricane Milton
Read full article: Youngkin pledges Virginiaโs support as Florida prepares for Hurricane MiltonVirginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin pledged support for Florida this week as the state braces for Hurricane Milton. Youngkin confirmed that Virginia is responding to Floridaโs request for assistance, with teams ready to mobilize ahead of the storm.
Disaster unemployment assistance available to communities impacted by Hurricane Helene
Read full article: Disaster unemployment assistance available to communities impacted by Hurricane HeleneThe Virginia Employment Commission is offering unemployment assistance to individuals who lost their job or business due to the destruction of Hurricane Helene.
Giles community spirit still shines bright amidst historic New River flood damage
Read full article: Giles community spirit still shines bright amidst historic New River flood damage47 families in Giles County are now without homes after extreme flooding from the New River due to Helene. The New River crested at 24.2 feet making it the second worst flood of the New River in recorded history. Despite the loss, the spirit of Giles is stronger than ever as the community rushes to help those in need.
Harris makes scandal-plagued Republican the star of her campaign to win North Carolina
Read full article: Harris makes scandal-plagued Republican the star of her campaign to win North CarolinaThereโs an unlikely star in Kamala Harrisโ fight to make history in North Carolina: Mark Robinson, the stateโs scandal-plagued candidate for governor.
Governor Youngkin Declares State of Emergency in advance of Hurricane Helene
Read full article: Governor Youngkin Declares State of Emergency in advance of Hurricane HeleneGovernor Glenn Youngkin announced Wednesday that he would be declaring a state of Emergency for the Commonwealth in anticipation of impacts from Hurricane Helene.
The Virginia Department of Education set to release final guidance on cell phones in schools
Read full article: The Virginia Department of Education set to release final guidance on cell phones in schoolsThe Virginia Department of Education is releasing its final guidance on Monday to make schools in the Commonwealth cell phone-free.
โFireside chatโ across Virginia to discuss new cell phone free policies in schools
Read full article: โFireside chatโ across Virginia to discuss new cell phone free policies in schoolsDiscussions will center on Gov. Glenn Youngkinโs executive order to restrict the use of cell phones in public schools.
Gov. Youngkin issues flag order in memory and respect for the nearly 3,000 lives lost in 9/11
Read full article: Gov. Youngkin issues flag order in memory and respect for the nearly 3,000 lives lost in 9/11On Wednesday, Sept. 11, flags will be flown at half-staff in memory of the 3,000 lives lost in the horrific attack.
Parade of Opinions: Politicians march to the beat of Election season at the Buena Vista Labor Day Parade
Read full article: Parade of Opinions: Politicians march to the beat of Election season at the Buena Vista Labor Day ParadePoliticians from both parties used the Buena Vista Labor Day Parade to rally support and emphasize the importance of voter participation ahead of the upcoming election.
Former Richmond resident among six hostages found dead in Gaza
Read full article: Former Richmond resident among six hostages found dead in GazaIsrael said early Sunday that it had recovered the bodies of six hostages captured during Hamasโ Oct. 7 attack that ignited the Gaza war, including Israeli-American Hersh Goldberg-Polin, whose parents had led a high-profile campaign for the captivesโ release.
Virginia DMV reports 7,000 alcohol-related crashes in 2023; new campaign aims to reduce incidents
Read full article: Virginia DMV reports 7,000 alcohol-related crashes in 2023; new campaign aims to reduce incidentsMore police will be on the roads this week, as the stateโs Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign kicks off Monday.
Roanoke College poll shows Kamala Harris with a 3 point lead over Donald Trump
Read full article: Roanoke College poll shows Kamala Harris with a 3 point lead over Donald TrumpRoanoke College released a poll on Aug. 2 that asked likely Virginian voters multiple questions regarding their opinions on candidates, who they would vote for, if they feel the country is on the right path, among others.
RBW Sports & Classics to establish new facility in Danville
Read full article: RBW Sports & Classics to establish new facility in DanvilleThe United Kingdom's only manufacturer of hand-built electric classic sports cars will invest $8 million to establish a manufacturing facility at Cane Creek Centre.
SOL test scores are up and the rate of absenteeism is down in Virginia
Read full article: SOL test scores are up and the rate of absenteeism is down in VirginiaEducators are finding a lot to be happy about with the latest Virginia SOL or Standards of Learning exam scores.ย The test scores are up, and the rate of absenteeism is down, according to Gov. Glenn Youngkinโs office.
WATCH: Gov. Youngkin, VDOE delivers remarks on Standards of Learning pass rates
Read full article: WATCH: Gov. Youngkin, VDOE delivers remarks on Standards of Learning pass ratesOn Tuesday, Governor Glenn Youngkin and the Virginia Department of Education released the Standards of Learning pass rates for Virginiaโs students.
Virginia Department of Education set to issue guidance on cell phone-free education
Read full article: Virginia Department of Education set to issue guidance on cell phone-free educationThe Virginia Department of Education will release new guidance today that will establish cell phone-free environments in schools across the Commonwealth.
Roanoke County School Board set to vote on cell phone policy this week
Read full article: Roanoke County School Board set to vote on cell phone policy this weekClassroom controversies are brewing as the Roanoke County school board pushes for new cell phone policies. With just a couple days left before school starts the time is ticking to make a decision.
Governor Youngkin Declares State of Emergency ahead of Tropical Storm Debby
Read full article: Governor Youngkin Declares State of Emergency ahead of Tropical Storm DebbyGovernor Glenn Youngkin declared a state of emergency for the Commonwealth of Virginia based on National Weather Service and National Hurricane Center forecasts that indicate a tropical storm with significant rainfall and flooding across the entire Commonwealth.
Students, parents and staff weigh in on new Montgomery County Public Schools cell phone policy ahead of school year
Read full article: Students, parents and staff weigh in on new Montgomery County Public Schools cell phone policy ahead of school yearA Virginia Tech political expert tell us for many elections, the Vice President is not a major factor to swing voters, but with the recent events, she said people are now paying closer attention.
VDOE to hold conversation on cell phone-free education in Roanoke County
Read full article: VDOE to hold conversation on cell phone-free education in Roanoke CountyThe Virginia Department of Education will be holding a Commonwealth Conversation on July 31 to talk with locals about the future of their attempt at cell-phone free education.
Project 2028: GOP officials jockey during Republican National Convention for future White House runs
Read full article: Project 2028: GOP officials jockey during Republican National Convention for future White House runsThere is plenty of jockeying happening at the Republican National Convention among the party's potential 2028 presidential contenders.
Community meetings on cell phone policy scheduled across Virginia, including Roanoke County
Read full article: Community meetings on cell phone policy scheduled across Virginia, including Roanoke CountyThe Virginia Department of Education has announced that parents and community members will soon have a chance to express their ideas on implementing cell phone-free education in the Commonwealth, including in the County of Roanoke.
Gov. Youngkin issues flag order in honor of former fire chief who died at Trump rally
Read full article: Gov. Youngkin issues flag order in honor of former fire chief who died at Trump rallyGov. Glenn Youngkin has issued a flag order in honor of a man who sacrificed his life to protect his family after gunshots broke out on Saturday during an assassination attempt against former president Donald Trump.
Roanoke County School Board looks at cell phone policy days after Gov. Youngkinโs executive order
Read full article: Roanoke County School Board looks at cell phone policy days after Gov. Youngkinโs executive orderThe school board is considering more restrictions to cell phones at the high schools.
Virginia named โAmericaโs Top State for Businessโ by CNBC
Read full article: Virginia named โAmericaโs Top State for Businessโ by CNBCVirginia has been named 'America's Top State for Business' by CNBC, highlighting its talent, infrastructure, power solutions, and business-friendly environment.
Gov. Youngkin issues executive order to draft plan for cell phone-free education in Virginiaโs K-12 public schools
Read full article: Gov. Youngkin issues executive order to draft plan for cell phone-free education in Virginiaโs K-12 public schoolsGovernor Youngkin issued an executive order Tuesday that directs the Virginia Department of Education to draft guidance for public school divisions to adopt local policies and procedures establishing cell phone-free education.
General Assembly agrees to fund Virginia Military Survivors & Dependents Education Program
Read full article: General Assembly agrees to fund Virginia Military Survivors & Dependents Education ProgramThe future of the program was unknown after the state's budget passed in May cut funding and changed the waiver process.
Trump focused on Virginia ahead of November, 'considering' Governor Youngkin as VP candidate
Read full article: Trump focused on Virginia ahead of November, 'considering' Governor Youngkin as VP candidateFormer President Donald Trump said Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin is one of the people he is "considering" for a VP candidate.
Gov. Youngkin announces legislation to aid people with disabilities
Read full article: Gov. Youngkin announces legislation to aid people with disabilitiesVirginia Governor Glenn Youngkin stopped in Salem to sign new legislation to support Virginians with developmental disabilities and their families on Tuesday.
Trump seeks to turn Virginia red again with massive rally
Read full article: Trump seeks to turn Virginia red again with massive rallyDonald Trump will hold a massive rally at Historic Greenbrier Farms in Virginia, joined by Governor Glenn Youngkin, aiming to turn the state red again ahead of the election.
Governor Youngkin orders all flags to be flown at half-staff for fallen police sergeant
Read full article: Governor Youngkin orders all flags to be flown at half-staff for fallen police sergeantGovernor Youngkin ordered all flags in the Commonwealth to be flown at half-staff in memory of Sergeant Floyd H. Miles, Jr. of the Charles City County Sherriff's Office who lost his life in the line of duty June 9.
Navy vet has Trump's nod ahead of Virginia's US Senate primary, targets Tim Kaine in uphill battle
Read full article: Navy vet has Trump's nod ahead of Virginia's US Senate primary, targets Tim Kaine in uphill battlePolitical observers have already placed their bets on U.S. Sen. Tim Kaine, predicting the Democrat will win his third term in November.
WATCH: Gov. Youngkin among Republican governors to discuss American energy
Read full article: WATCH: Gov. Youngkin among Republican governors to discuss American energyGov. Glenn Youngkin and other Republican governors are slated to host a press conference at 4 p.m. on their plan to โunleash American energy.โ
Flag order issued in commemoration of Virginia Beach Municipal Center shooting victims
Read full article: Flag order issued in commemoration of Virginia Beach Municipal Center shooting victimsGov. Glenn Youngkin has issued a flag order in memory and respect of the victims of the Virginia Beach Municipal Center shooting on May, 31, 2019.
A comment from Trump and GOP actions in the states put contraceptive access in the 2024 spotlight
Read full article: A comment from Trump and GOP actions in the states put contraceptive access in the 2024 spotlightRepublican state lawmakers across the U.S. have been knocking down efforts by Democrats to ensure access to various forms of birth control.
Youngkin vetoes bills on skill games, contraception and Confederate heritage tax breaks
Read full article: Youngkin vetoes bills on skill games, contraception and Confederate heritage tax breaksRepublican Gov. Glenn Youngkin took action on a final batch of bills from the yearโs regular legislative session Friday, signing seven but vetoing 48.
Virginia Education Association discusses pay discrepancy for teachers
Read full article: Virginia Education Association discusses pay discrepancy for teachersThe comments come after Gov. Glenn Youngkin said the new pay raises in the budget will lead to Virginia eventually meeting the national average for teacher pay.
Gov. Youngkin issues flag order in honor of Peace Officersโ Memorial Day
Read full article: Gov. Youngkin issues flag order in honor of Peace Officersโ Memorial DayGovernor Glenn Youngkin has ordered that U.S. and Virginia flags be flown at half-staff on all state and local buildings and grounds in the Commonwealth in honor of Peace Officersโ Memorial Day.
Campus protests over Israel-Hamas war scaled down during US commencement exercises
Read full article: Campus protests over Israel-Hamas war scaled down during US commencement exercisesProtests over the Israel-Hamas war have spread across U.S. university and college campuses in recent weeks, leading to disruptions and arrests.
Leaders with Metropolitan Community Church discuss marriage equality bill
Read full article: Leaders with Metropolitan Community Church discuss marriage equality billGovernor Glenn Youngkin signed House Bill 174 which allows prevents anyone who is allowed to authorize a marriage license to deny because of gender, sex or race. Leaders with the Metropolitan Community Church of the Blue Ridge shares insight on what this bill means for the LGBTIA plus community.
Gov. Youngkin signs bill allowing colleges to sign NIL deals with student athletes
Read full article: Gov. Youngkin signs bill allowing colleges to sign NIL deals with student athletesGovernor Youngkin signed new legislation making it illegal for the NCAA to punish a Virginia school for paying a student-athlete for NIL rights.
Virginia law allows the stateโs colleges and universities to directly pay athletes through NIL deals
Read full article: Virginia law allows the stateโs colleges and universities to directly pay athletes through NIL dealsVirginiaโs governor has signed a law that allows state colleges and universities to directly pay athletes through name, image and likeness endorsement deals.
Virginia lawmakers agree to extend timeline of budget negotiations
Read full article: Virginia lawmakers agree to extend timeline of budget negotiationsLeaders of the Democratic-controlled Virginia General Assembly have reached a last-minute deal with Republican Gov. Glenn Youngkin to extend negotiations over the state budget into a special session, in an attempt to avert gridlock.
Flag order issued in commemoration of Virginia Tech shooting victims
Read full article: Flag order issued in commemoration of Virginia Tech shooting victimsVirginia Governor Glenn Youngkin has ordered flags to be flown at half-staff in memory and respect of the 17th anniversary of the tragic Virginia Tech shooting that claimed the lives of 32 people.
Gov. Youngkinโs proposed budget amendments spark debate on education funding in Virginia
Read full article: Gov. Youngkinโs proposed budget amendments spark debate on education funding in VirginiaThe budget battle in Virginia continues as some are pleased with the governorโs proposed amendments, while others are concerned about how it will impact education.
Youngkin proposes compromise path forward on state budget, calling for status quo on taxes
Read full article: Youngkin proposes compromise path forward on state budget, calling for status quo on taxesRepublican Gov. Glenn Youngkin and the Democratic lawmakers who control the Virginia General Assembly have spent months at odds over taxes.
Gov. Youngkin passes bill to monitor and create action plans for public water systems that detect PFAS
Read full article: Gov. Youngkin passes bill to monitor and create action plans for public water systems that detect PFASPotential cancer-causing chemicals in our drinking water are what prompted Governor Glenn Youngkin to sign a new bill.
Gun violence prevention program to begin in Roanoke middle schools this summer
Read full article: Gun violence prevention program to begin in Roanoke middle schools this summerA new school summer program is coming to Roanoke City Public Schools, with a mission to prevent gun violence and gang activity.
Gov. Youngkin issues flag order in honor of fallen VDOF firefighter
Read full article: Gov. Youngkin issues flag order in honor of fallen VDOF firefighterGovernor Glenn Youngkin has ordered that U.S. and Virginia flags be flown at half-staff on all state and local buildings and grounds in the Commonwealth in memory of Virginia Department of Forestry part-time firefighter James C. Ward.
Collapse of NBA, NHL arena deal prompts recriminations, allegations of impropriety in Virginia
Read full article: Collapse of NBA, NHL arena deal prompts recriminations, allegations of impropriety in VirginiaThe collapse of a proposal to relocate the Washington NBA and NHL teams to northern Virginia has set off an extraordinary round of bitter recriminations among some of the officials and companies that were parties to the deal.
Youngkin vetoes Virginia bills mandating minimum wage increase, establishing marijuana retail sales
Read full article: Youngkin vetoes Virginia bills mandating minimum wage increase, establishing marijuana retail salesRepublican Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin has vetoed two top Democratic legislative priorities.
NHL's Capitals and NBA's Wizards are staying in Washington after Virginia arena deal collapses
Read full article: NHL's Capitals and NBA's Wizards are staying in Washington after Virginia arena deal collapsesThe NBA's Washington Wizards and NHL's Washington Capitals are staying in the District of Columbia.
These Republicans won states that Trump lost in 2020. Their endorsements are lukewarm (or withheld)
Read full article: These Republicans won states that Trump lost in 2020. Their endorsements are lukewarm (or withheld)Former President Donald Trump dominated the Republican presidential primaries on his way to a third consecutive nomination.
Governor Youngkin responds to General Assembly passed budget
Read full article: Governor Youngkin responds to General Assembly passed budgetGovernor Glenn Youngkin is sharing his thoughts on the budget the General Assembly recently passed. Youngkin said the current budget needs a lot of work because it negatively impacts Virginians.
Connecticut considering barring legacy admissions at private colleges, in addition to public ones
Read full article: Connecticut considering barring legacy admissions at private colleges, in addition to public onesConnecticut lawmakers are considering banning the use of legacy and donor preferences in admissions to all colleges and universities across the state, including private ones like Yale University.
WATCH: Gov. Youngkin delivers remarks on priorities for the commonwealth
Read full article: WATCH: Gov. Youngkin delivers remarks on priorities for the commonwealthGovernor Glenn Youngkin delivered remarks on the priorities for the commonwealth after taking action on 50 pieces of legislation on Thursday, signing 30 bills into law and vetoing 20.
General Assembly passes two-year budget, heads to Governorโs desk along with 1,000 bills
Read full article: General Assembly passes two-year budget, heads to Governorโs desk along with 1,000 billsThe General Assembly has adjourned after passing a two-year budget and sending over 1,000 bills to Governor Glenn Youngkin's desk.
Virginia governor signs 64 bills into law, vetoes 8 others as legislative session winds down
Read full article: Virginia governor signs 64 bills into law, vetoes 8 others as legislative session winds downVirginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin took final action late Friday on 84 pieces of legislation, signing 64 bills into law and vetoing eight others, including legislation that would add more restrictions on firearm transfers.
Virginia budget bill leaves out governor's $2 billion deal to lure NBA and NHL teams from Washington
Read full article: Virginia budget bill leaves out governor's $2 billion deal to lure NBA and NHL teams from WashingtonWork on compromise budget legislation Virginia lawmakers will take up later this week is complete, and the bill does not include language enabling a proposed relocation by the NBAโs Washington Wizards and NHLโs Washington Capitals to Alexandria.
Top Virginia Senate negotiator vows to keep Alexandria arena out of the budget
Read full article: Top Virginia Senate negotiator vows to keep Alexandria arena out of the budgetA top Democratic Virginia lawmaker is vowing to keep language enabling a proposed relocation by the NBAโs Washington Wizards and NHLโs Washington Capitals to Alexandria out of the state budget.
More than 200 new jobs coming to Rockbridge County with thermal company expansion
Read full article: More than 200 new jobs coming to Rockbridge County with thermal company expansionMore than 200 new jobs are headed to Rockbridge County thanks to a thermal management company thatโs expanding, Gov. Glenn Youngkin announced.
Two fragile DC neighborhoods hang in the balance as the Wizards and Capitals consider leaving town
Read full article: Two fragile DC neighborhoods hang in the balance as the Wizards and Capitals consider leaving townThe proposed move of the Capitals and Wizards sports teams to nearby Virginia has stoked concern in a pair of fragile Washington neighborhoods.
Gov. Youngkin orders flags to be flown at half-staff on March 4
Read full article: Gov. Youngkin orders flags to be flown at half-staff on March 4Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin has ordered flags to be flown at half-staff on Monday, March 4, in memory and respect of Sterling Volunteer Firefighter Trevor Brown.
Legislation allowing recreational marijuana sales in Virginia heads to GOP Gov. Glenn Youngkin
Read full article: Legislation allowing recreational marijuana sales in Virginia heads to GOP Gov. Glenn YoungkinVirginia lawmakers have passed legislation that if approved by Republican Gov. Glenn Youngkin would allow recreational retail sales of marijuana to begin next year.