Briefs
Campus ban for two pro-Palestinian activists sparks outcry at George Mason and more Va. headlines
• “Campus ban for two pro-Palestinian activists sparks outcry at George Mason.”—Washington Post • “Youngkin promised to raise cut scores by 2023. What happened?”—Richmond Times-Dispatch • “They grew up in the Virginia Baptist Children’s Home. The old property has changed, but their memories remain.”—Cardinal News • “Should landlords be required to follow temperature guidelines?”—WVTF/Radio IQ […]
Caesars Virginia pushes back Danville opening date and more state headlines
• “Youngkin: Jordanians ‘crashed’ Quantico. Feds: It was an Amazon delivery.”—Washington Post • “Virginia senator warns President-elect Trump’s tariff plan estimated to cost families $2K a year.”—13 NewsNow • “Caesars Virginia pushes back Danville opening date.”—Cardinal News • “Accomack to reimburse Norfolk Southern $158K.”—Eastern Shore Post • “Incoming Va. congressman who made history is heading […]
Roanoke College poll shows sharp divide in Virginians’ political anxiety and more state headlines
• “Roanoke College poll reveals sharp divide in political anxiety among Virginia voters.”—WSET • “Harassment leads family of transgender girl to drop suit against Hanover school officials.”—Richmond Times-Dispatch • “Virginia denies request to regulate harvest of hickory shad.”—Chesapeake Bay Journal • “New Virginia program will pay landowners who can prove they’re cutting pollution.”—WHRO • “Man […]
Snow, high winds could hit NoVa Thursday morning and more state headlines
• “Analysis of new Va. school ratings shows racial, economic disparities.”—Washington Post • “Amtrak ridership hits a record high, trims losses.”—WTOP • “The 5 problems that continue to plague healthcare in parts of rural Virginia.”—WTVR • “Virginia Consumer report shows inflation down, spending up.”—WDBJ • “Arctic blast could bring heavy snow to NoVA, 50 MPH […]
Richmond registrar resigns following reports of code violation, misuse of public funds
Richmond registrar Keith Balmer confirmed that he resigned from his position Wednesday, a decision the city’s electoral board accepted in a closed session earlier in the day. His last day will be Dec. 31. The board met to discuss investigations that revealed multiple violations of city policy and misuse of public funds, The Richmonder reported. […]
Possible changes to Virginia’s food-to-beverage ratio and more state headlines
• “The food-to-beverage ratio impacts Virginia bars and restaurants. Is this the year Virginia will make changes?”—WTVR • “Northern Virginia home sales three times the national average.”—WTOP • “Manufacturer with Pittsylvania location repays state grant tied to job numbers.”—Cardinal News • “Newport News seeks $20 million federal grant to address coal dust in Southeast Community.”—Virginian […]
Country star Wynonna Judd’s daughter arrested in Albemarle and more Va. headlines
• “Carilion wants to start a kidney transplant program in Roanoke. State health officials, and UVa, oppose it.”— Cardinal News • “Wrongfully towed? In Richmond, your options are scarce.”—Richmond Times-Dispatch • “Virginia leaders express disapproval after Biden’s pardon of his son.”—WAVY • “Virginia workers are owed $11.5 million in backpay: Here’s how you can claim […]
Virginia electoral board certifies 2024 results following ‘safe and fair’ election
The State Board of Elections officially certified this year’s election on Monday, affirming the results of local, congressional and national contests in the commonwealth. “The bottom line is that we had safe and fair elections in Virginia this year,” said John O’Bannon, the chair of the board who was appointed by Gov. Glenn Youngkin. Monday’s […]
Four centuries in, Va. could be on track for its first female governor and more state headlines
• “Four centuries in, Virginia could be on track for its first female governor.”—Washington Post • “Governor’s office grows, as Youngkin pushes state efficiency.”—Richmond Times-Dispatch • “Virginia AG calls on Fairfax County CA Steve Descano to resign after Herndon rape case.”—WJLA • “Virginia Land Conservation Foundation grants will conserve 11K acres.”—Augusta Free Press • “Hokies, […]
Fairfax prosecutor rules police justified in shooting and more Virginia headlines
“Fairfax prosecutor rules police justified in shooting man in chaotic encounter” — The Washington Post “American Airlines’ ‘gate lice’ technology not coming to Richmond yet” — Axios “Youngkin: We’re making progress combating fentanyl deaths” – Richmond Times-Dispatch “Stafford’s new fire boat will ‘help keep homes safer’ — The Free Lance-Star “126 condos in the mix […]
Virginia Department of Corrections confirm inmates burned themselves; lawmakers want investigation
At least six incarcerated people have burned themselves at western Virginia’s Red Onion State Prison, the Virginia Department of Corrections confirmed Wednesday. Lawmakers in Virginia’s Legislative Black Caucus say a dozen prisoners have harmed themselves since mid-September and want an investigation into inmates’ claims of poor living conditions and treatment in the high-security prison. Earlier […]
Glenn Youngkin wants Trump staffers to move to Virginia and more headlines
• “Glenn Youngkin wants Trump staffers to move to Virginia.” — Axios • “Is the Virginia wine country too small to succeed?” — The Daily Progress • “Virginia’s likely Republican nominee for governor reflects on her priorities, reentry into politics.” — WTOP • “Hanover-Ashland data center campus headed for final approvals.” — Richmond Times-Dispatch • […]