What's in a tag? Twitter revamps misinformation labels
After its labels on election-related misinformation became a regular sighting in the weeks leading up to and following the 2020 U.S. presidential election, Twitter is now working on overhauling them in an attempt to make them more useful and easier to notice, among other things.
UK's Johnson to map out post-lockdown life in coming days
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson says unspecified โextra precautionsโ to contain the spread of the pandemic will be needed in coming weeks, even as he voiced confidence Thursday that the remaining restrictions on social contact in England can be lifted as planned on July 19.
GOP donor pays $1M to deploy South Dakota national guard
In a story June 30, 2021, about a billionaire Republican donor who is paying $1 million to help defray the cost of deploying the South Dakota National Guard to the U.S.-Mexico border, The Associated Press erroneously reported the name of the spokesman for South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem.
Thinking about private schools, but not sure where to start? Here are some key differences
Have you ever wondered about what life or education is like at a private school? If youโve never enrolled or had family or friends who attended, itโs probably a normal thing to be curious about: What are classes like? How does the experience differ from a public school?
Not sure how to sign up for the COVID-19 vaccine? Hereโs a step-by-step for New River Valley residents
GILES COUNTY, Va. โ On Friday, Giles County seniors like Diane Mullis lined up to get their coveted COVID-19 vaccine. โWe are very grateful and very relieved,โ said Mullis, a 77-year-old from Giles County. โLocalities are going to have to step up and try to help I think through this process if weโre really going to get the vaccine out,โ said Giles County Administrator Chris McKlarney. Donโt just show up at a vaccine clinic and donโt try to register if youโre not in Phase 1-a or Phase 1-b. That way, they can get the vaccine in as many arms as possible for those who need it most.
Salem police need your help finding a suspect
Salem Police are looking for the suspect in this photograph. SALEM, Va. โ The Salem Police Department is asking for help to identity a person of interest. They believe the suspect was involved in a counterfeiting case at a business in Salem. Anyone with information is asked to call Detective Sgt. J. Miller at 540-375-3083.
Virginia voters approve Constitutional Amendment #1, establishing redistricting commission
In this election, all Virginians will have two constitutional amendments on their ballots. This one looks at how redistricting will take place in Virginia. In addition to this amendment, voters will also vote on an amendment looking at not requiring tax of certain vehicles used by disabled veterans. While not on every ballot, there are other referendums on the ballot in certain localities. Use the picker below:Find Race ResultsGet the latest Virginia Election news here