The Governor’s Office announced Friday that Gov. Spanberger awarded more than $15.3 million in Growth and Opportunity for Virginia (GO Virginia) grants to support new projects across the Commonwealth, including some projects in our area.

Former Virginia Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax and his wife were found dead in an apparent murder-suicide at their Northern Virginia home, authorities said Thursday.

Virginia respiratory illness activity remains minimal, but RSV may linger into April.

The first two weeks of April have been unusually dry across Virginia, and an early heatwave this week is making conditions worse — and potentially dangerous.

A debate over immigration enforcement agreements is intensifying across Virginia as Gov. Abigail Spanberger weighs whether to continue partnerships that allow local law enforcement to act on behalf of federal immigration authorities.

Gov. Spanberger’s Office announced Thursday that the Governor had signed into law legislation to incrementally increase the state minimum wage to $15 per hour, secure stronger wages for Virginians who feed and fuel the Commonwealth and connect more Virginians with career opportunities.

Gov. Abigail Spanberger is responding to recent criticism and says she remains committed to delivering results for Virginians and strengthening the Commonwealth, according to NBC affiliate WWBT.

Governor Spanberger’s office announced Wednesday that the governor had signed legislation to address the high cost of housing, healthcare and utilities across the Commonwealth.

Governor Spanberger’s office announced Monday that she had signed bipartisan legislation to grow the economy, create new jobs and support business investment within the commonwealth including two bills aimed at growth in our region.

A new event in Southwest Virginia aims to make an impact in the fight against breast cancer while bringing the community together.

On Tuesday, Gov. Abigail Spanberger signed her first large group of bills into law since taking office.

Gov. Abigail Spanberger has appointed Josephus Allmond as chief energy officer, a cabinet-level position focused on addressing rising energy costs for families.

On Tuesday, Gov. Abigail Spanberger signed Executive Order 13, which is aimed at protecting election integrity in the Commonwealth.

With hundreds of bills awaiting action, Gov. Abigail Spanberger is weighing legislation tied to reproductive rights, including a measure that involves reproductive rights.

In recent weeks, gas prices have spiked, both in Virginia and around the country.

Virginia lawmakers have approved a controversial bill that would restrict the sale, transfer, importation, and manufacture of certain semi-automatic firearms and high-capacity magazines, sending it to the governor’s desk for final consideration. Senate Bill 749, if signed into law, would prohibit these activities for firearms defined in the legislation as “assault firearms,” along with certain large-capacity ammunition feeding devices. Violations could be charged as a Class 1 misdemeanor.

As spring approaches, meteorologists say it’s time for Virginians to start preparing for severe weather again.

A bill moving through the Virginia General Assembly could change the how the Commonwealth’s Electoral College votes work in presidential elections.

Early voting begins Friday, March 6, in the Commonwealth, with many Virginians ready to cast their vote on the state’s redistricting amendment.

Former President Barack Obama is promoting a Democratic effort to redraw congressional lines in Virginia, the latest front in a nationwide redistricting battle ahead of this year’s midterm elections.

On Friday, Gov. Abigail Spanberger issued a proclamation that recognized Feb. 2026 as the 100th anniversary of Black History Month.

About 36 years ago, Douglas Wilder made history as the first African American elected governor in the United States when he took office in Virginia. Serving from 1990 to 1994, Wilder’s victory was a landmark moment not only for the Commonwealth but for the nation. Before becoming governor, he had already broken barriers as the first African American state senator in Virginia since Reconstru

Former Virginia Governor Doug Wilder is sharing hard–earned wisdom with the Commonwealth’s newest history–maker.

Ahead of President Donald Trump's State of the Union address, many Virginians gave their thoughts and opinions on the direction of the country

Governor Spanberger released the following statement on Monday after both the Virginia Senate and House of Delegates passed legislation that would incrementally increase the state minimum wage to $15 per hour by Jan. 1, 2028.

In 2025, 20 News released numerous Black History Month features that highlighted 25 great Virginians!

The Virginia General Assembly passed legislation Friday that will give all Virginians the same discounts on durg prices now available to people on medicare.

The highway handles an enormous volume of freight and passenger traffic. More than 12 million commercial trucks travel the interstate annually, moving over $300 billion in goods.

On Friday, Gov. Abigail Spanberger signed multiple bills that will result in ballot measures being sent to Virginians in 2026, regarding abortion, voting rights, same-sex marriage, and redistricting.

On Monday, Gov. Abigail Spanberger updated the Commonwealth on the winter storm, and thanked response teams and those who were cooperative with the cleanup efforts.

Newly-elected Gov. Abigail Spanberger got right to work following her inauguration on Saturday by signing 10 executive orders.

Abigail Spanberger has become Virginia's first female governor after centuries of men holding the state's top office.

Virginia’s data center industry is experiencing rapid growth, and leaders from across the commonwealth gathered in Lynchburg to chart its future at the Emerging Industry Summit on Data Center Development.

AARP announced that volunteer advocates will urge lawmakers to act on the organization’s legislative agenda when the General Assembly convenes on Jan. 14.

For more than a decade, hundreds of volunteers, scientists and conservationists across Virginia have worked together to document the commonwealth’s bird life, according to Virginia Tech officials.

The next session of the General Assembly begins Jan. 14, and Spanberger takes office Jan. 17.

Despite economic pressures, Roanoke shoppers are determined to keep the Christmas spirit alive, with local businesses hoping for a seasonal boost.

Rudolph and the team are ready to hit the skies!

The deadline to sign up for a healthcare plan using Virginia’s Insurance Marketplace is quickly approaching.

It’s possible that over 3.4 million Virginians travel this holiday season, AAA predicts.

Gov. Glenn Youngkin announced on Friday that enhanced DUI enforcement would be in place for the 2025 holiday season.

One lucky ticket, purchased at the Wegmans on 1835 Capital One Drive South in McLean, won $150,000.

The Virginia Department of Emergency Management in partnership with the National Weather Service, will recognize Winter Weather Awareness Week from Dec. 8-12, 2025, VDEM announced Tuesday.

Friendship Health and Rehab North and Friendship Health and Rehab South have been honored as two of America’s Best Nursing Homes 2026 by Newsweek.

Nationwide, about 81.8 million people are expected to travel over Thanksgiving.

Nearly 2.1 million Virginians will travel this Thanksgiving holiday, marking a 1.1% increase from last year, according to AAA Mid-Atlantic. The surge comes despite economic uncertainties, as Americans continue to prioritize holiday travel and family gatherings.

The Commonwealth has seen a 59% reduction in fentanyl-related overdose deaths since January 2022, a significant decrease Gov. Glenn Youngkin is touting as leading the nation.

Governor Youngkin announced Nov. 7 that Virginia submitted its application for $1 billion in federal Rural Health Transformation funding under H.R. 1, which was signed into law by President Donald Trump.

Governor Glenn Youngkin announced Thursday that Modine will invest $19.6 million through 2029 in planned capital expenditures to expand its presence in Buena Vista.

President Donald Trump signed legislation Wednesday night that officially reopened the federal government, ending a tumultuous 43-day shutdown, the longest in American history. Now, many are asking: what happens next?

Governor Glenn Youngkin announced Monday $15.5 million in Virginia Land Conservation Funding to conserve 8,606 acres across the Commonwealth.

One of the most controversial quirks that Virginia has is the car tax. Why do we have it, and how do Virginians truly feel about it?

Not only did Democrats win the two other statewide races on the ballot, but they also expanded their majority in the House of Delegates.

Virginia voters have made history by electing candidates who broke race and gender barriers in this week's elections.

Jay C. Jones (D) and Jason S. Miyares(R) are vying to be Virginia's attorney general.

Ghazala F. Hashmi (D) and John J. Reid, II (R) are vying to be Virginia's lieutenant governor.

Abigail Spanberger (D) and Winsome Earle-Sears (R) are vying to be Virginia's next governor.

Governor Glenn Youngkin announced Tuesday the launch of the Virginia Cares Initiative, a Commonwealth-wide food drive to support Virginians impacted by the ongoing federal government shutdown.

Former U.S. Rep. Abigail Spanberger has won Virginia’s election for governor.

Former President Barack Obama is urging voters to use Tuesday's elections in Virginia and New Jersey to rebuke President Donald Trump and candidates loyal to him.

Jay C. Jones (D) and Jason S. Miyares(R) are vying to be Virginia's attorney general.

Ghazala F. Hashmi (D) and John J. Reid, II (R) are vying to be Virginia's lieutenant governor.

Abigail Spanberger (D) and Winsome Earle-Sears (R) are vying to be Virginia's next governor.

Governor Glenn Youngkin has declared a state of emergency to provide emergency hunger relief for Virginia in response to the government shutdown.

As federal healthcare tax credits are set to expire, Virginia community health centers are warning of a crisis that could leave thousands without access to basic care.

Merck is set to create 500 new jobs in Virginia with the construction of a $3 billion pharmaceutical manufacturing facility in Elkton, the company and state officials announced Monday.

Republican Attorney General Jason Miyares and former Democratic Del.

As the government shutdown hits day 15, Virginia ranks sixth among the states most affected due to federal jobs, contract dollars and access to national parks.

Republican Winsome Earle-Sears and Democrat Abigail Spanberger have faced off on the debate stage in Virginia’s high-stakes governor's race.

Jay Jones, the Democratic nominee for Virginia’s attorney general, has faced criticism from both parties after allegedly sending controversial text messages to Republican State Del. Carrie Coyner in 2022.

Since taking office three years ago, Governor Youngkin has announced tax rebates for Virginians each year. On Wednesday, he said strong job growth and more than $10 billion in surplus revenue are fueling a record $9 billion in tax relief.

Governor Glenn Youngkin announced Wednesday that eligible taxpayers will receive tax rebates up to $200 this fall if they filed individually and up to $400 if they filed jointly.

Virginia’s Attorney General, Jason Miyares, announced Tuesday his office is investigating  whether manufacturers and pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) have artificially inflated prices while “deceiving consumers”. His office said in a press release the probe could uncover violations of the state’s Consumer Protection Act.

This is the first time in over a decade that all six statewide candidates for office have attended and spoken to voters about why they should elect them this coming November.

The Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is now accepting applications for its 2025 Beehive Distribution Program. The program helps Virginians assemble new beehives, and intends to increase the number of managed honeybee colonies in the Commonwealth.

Virginia Democrats and Republicans are split over potential changes to the state’s redistricting process as other states move to redraw their legislative maps ahead of the 2026 midterms.

Republican Winsome Earle-Sears says she's running her campaign for Virginia governor like a military-style operation. And at this point, a few months away from the November election, it's looking like a campaign on the defensive. The lieutenant governor is facing a Democratic Abigail Spanberger, a former congresswoman who has more campaign money and a unified party behind her. Earle-Sears has replaced a pastor with little political experience who had been her campaign manager. And her team has failed to gain traction with big money donors. An Earle-Sears victory would make her the first Black woman in U.S. history to serve as a governor.

As students return to the classroom and families get back to routine, the issue of bullying is once again taking center stage in Virginia.

Some local lawmakers are working to fundamentally change elections in Virginia. Here's how.

Republican Gov. Glenn Youngkin announced on Tuesday that Google will partner with his administration to provide free and low-cost artificial intelligence certification courses to Virginians as part of his office’s ongoing effort to connect citizens to new jobs amid changes to the state’s economy.

Rural hospitals across Virginia are being forced to make painful decisions when it comes to their budget.

Virginians shopping online at Walmart may have noticed a new pop-up warning them about how their reproductive health data is tracked. It’s the result of a new state law designed to protect personal privacy, and more retailers are expected to follow suit.

While supporters hail the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” as a win for working Americans, others worry about its deep cuts to key social safety net programs. On the streets of downtown Roanoke, opinions were anything but one-sided.

Independence Day celebrations have kicked-off across the Commonwealth, and for many that means hitting the road for a well-deserved vacation.

Governor Glenn Youngkin announced today that Virginia’s nonfarm payroll employment rose by 1,200 jobs in May, bringing the total to 4,276,100.

The Democratic nominee for governor, Congresswoman Abigail Spanberger, is hitting the road for “Span Virginia,” an eight-day bus tour reaching all corners of the commonwealth

Virginia state Sen. Ghazala Hashmi has won the Democratic nomination for lieutenant governor.

State Senator Ghazala Hashmi has secured the Democratic nomination for Lieutenant Governor of Virginia.

Low voter turnout marked the Democratic primary in Salem, but those who participated emphasized the critical importance of voting.

Gov. Glenn Youngkin issued a statement regarding the “No Kings” protests that are set to take place statewide on Saturday.

A federal broadband program meant to close the digital divide in rural America is stalled, and now thousands of Virginians are left waiting.

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

Consumer confidence in Virginia continues to fall, raising alarms about the Commonwealth’s economic outlook even as employment and wages remain strong.

As Memorial Day weekend approaches, many Virginians are getting ready to travel.

According to a new report from GasBuddy, the average price for regular gas in Virginia on Sunday was $2.96 per gallon, up just over a penny from the previous week. In Roanoke, prices ranged from $2.65 to $3.16 per gallon, a 51-cent difference.

This Friday, more than 6,000 Hokies will cross the stage during Virginia Tech’s spring commencement. Including Tyler Krupnik, a senior majoring in geography with minors in meteorology and climate and society, becoming the first in his family to earn a bachelor’s degree.

Fentanyl deaths have dropped by half, down from 200 to 100.

Republican John Reid said Friday he will continue his campaign to be Virginia’s lieutenant governor and denied he had anything to do with a social media account containing sexually explicit photos that had prompted GOP Gov. Glenn Youngkin to call for him to quit the race.

Shawn Phillips, 44, enjoys puzzles, music, and basketball. He also lives with autism and cerebral palsy, and like nearly 2 million Virginians, he relies on Medicaid for essential care.

Gov. Glenn Youngkin announced that the Virginia Homeland Security Task Force passed 500 arrests this week. The VHSTF is a “federal-state partnership established by the U.S. Department of Justice to combat transnational organized crime, gang violence, and immigration violations across the Commonwealth.”