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Virginia’s Voting Integrity

The Supreme Court gives the Old Dominion the green light to purge its voting rolls of non-citizens.

Trump said the DOJ is suing Virginia to allow noncitizens to vote. But that’s not the case

A 1996 federal law prevents noncitizen voting in federal elections; the Justice Department has not proposed changing it.

Discover Gorgeous Fall Foliage And Classic American Charm At Virginia’sThe Omni Homestead Resort

Cradled in Virginia’s Allegheny Mountains and nicknamed “America’s First Resort,” The Omni Homestead Resort boasts spectacular fall foliage and outdoor pursuits.

Caesars Virginia Announces Gordon Ramsay to Open Restaurant in Danville

Caesars Virginia announced Tuesday that multi-Michelin-starred chef and television personality Gordon Ramsay is set to open his

Here’s who is running in the 2024 West Virginia general election

The 2024 general election is on Nov. 5, and West Virginians will be voting for who they want to be our president, governor, senator, house representative, secretary of state and more.

How Virginia Became a Hub for Intelligence and Defense Technology

As the sun rises over the rolling hills and vibrant cities of Virginia, it casts light on a hidden powerhouse reshaping national security—an intersection where innovation meets defense. From the corridors of Quantico to the tech-savvy streets of Northern Virginia,

DOJ sues Virginia to prevent it from cancelling voter registrations | The Excerpt

On Wednesday's episode of The Excerpt podcast: USA TODAY Justice Department Correspondent Bart Jansen discusses the DOJ lawsuit after Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin said he's he's purging voting rolls of noncitizens. Plus, a Georgia judge rules that local ...

City of Virginia Beach wants Something in the Water lineup, ticket sales available by end of year

The Virginia Beach City Council passed a resolution to impose contract conditions for the city's future financial support for Something in the Water—the festival created by Pharrell.

Trump Answers Question Interviewer Didn't Ask: Google Is Not Virginia

Trump's interviewer asked about Google and whether it should be broken up, but his answer rambled about Virginia voter purges.

Virginia teaching assistant charged with sex crimes, second employee arrested at the school this academic year

A teaching assistant in Virginia was arrested after a student caught him masturbating at his desk, marking the second staff member at the Fairfax County high school to face charges for sex crimes

9 Things to Do in Richmond

From the thrills of urban whitewater rafting to sipping your way along a mimosa trail, here are the experiences you can only have in Virginia’s capital region.

FanDuel Virginia (VA): Claim a New-User Promo

Like most sportsbooks, FanDuel has a special welcome promo for new customers in Virginia. FanDuel and other sportsbooks run these promotions to attract new customers, enticing them with bonus bets and other forms of site credit.

Virginia Beach man goes on trial for murder after serving 20 years for similar slaying

James Richard King was found guilty of murdering a woman in Ohio in 1987. He was released after serving 20 years and moved to Virginia Beach. He was charged with murdering another woman in 2020.

Virginia Tech 'excited' for Thursday night fight with Boston College

Following a mutual bye week, Atlantic Coast Conference rivals will clash when Virginia Tech hosts Boston College in a primetime Thursday game in Blacksburg, Va.

Commentary: How to unlock the potential of Virginia's 'super region'

Unlocking further growth will require a sharper understanding of the skill gaps in our region and a plan to engage a wide range of influential stakeholders.

Can Virginia teachers refuse students' preferred pronouns? School board won't tell court 'directly'

Virginia Supreme Court's reinstatement of Peter Vlaming's lawsuit under state's sweeping conscience laws and his recent six-figure settlement show no jury trial is needed to strike down another school board's policies,

What’s new and what to watch for in the upcoming ACA open enrollment period

In most states, including Virginia, the Affordable Care Act’s annual open enrollment season for health plans begins Nov. 1 and lasts through Jan. 15.

Much cooler in Virginia over the next few days

Today will become mostly cloudy and cool, with highs only in the low 60s Tuesday and the chance for a few sprinkles or very light showers.

HRT OnDemand Microtransit returns to Newport News and Virginia Beach

Newport News and Virginia Beach residents are getting a new rideshare service that will make it easier and affordable to get to places across the cities.

Virginia State Police: Man seriously injured in crash at I-81 rest area in Weyers Cave

A man was seriously injured when his pickup slammed into a parked tractor-trailer Monday morning on Interstate 81 in Weyers Cave.

Report to Congress on the Virginia Submarine Program, AUKUS Pillar 1

The following is the Oct. 10, 2024, Congressional Research Service report, Navy Virginia-Class Submarine Program and AUKUS Submarine (Pillar 1) Project: Background and Issues for Congress From the report Virginia-class submarine program.

Efforts succeed to keep wagon on South Virginia Street

The wagon is the last remnant of the Liberty Bell Restaurant. It closed its doors in 2006 after forty years of business. But not before locals tried to stop it from being bulldozed to make way for more parking at the convention center.

Justice Department sues Virginia, Alabama, over voter purges

The Department of Justice sued Virginia and Alabama, claiming the states violated federal law by removing voters from their rolls too close to an election.

Virginia Beach city council will discuss a contract for Something in the Water 2025 this week

The city also brought in a big soccer tournament to make up for the postponed concert. On Tuesday, Virginia Beach City Council will focus on next year's Something in the Water. Watch: Something in the Water April 2025 date not yet solidified, city council says

Virginia’s Role in the Early Internet and Telecommunications Boom

When you think of the pioneers of the internet, images of Silicon Valley might spring to mind, filled with tech geniuses and bustling startups. But did you know that Virginia played a pivotal role in shaping our digital landscape long before smartphones became an extension of our very selves?

Why the DOJ is suing Virginia over state voter rolls: 'The issue here is both legal and political'

In response, Youngkin said he was enforcing a 2006 law signed by then-Governor Tim Kaine and called the lawsuit unprecedented and a politically motivated action to interfere with Virginia's elections.

National honors for multiple Virginia breweries

Other Virginia breweries to be recognized include Bear Chase Brewing Company in Bluemont, Benchtop Brewing Company in Norfolk, Great American Restaurants - Sweetwater Tavern in Centreville, Hardywood Park Craft Brewery in Richmond, Porch City Brewing Company in Alexandria, and Starr Hill Beer Hall and Rooftop in Richmond.

Virginia’s Farm Aid

That embryo of an idea has grown into a one-day festival called Virginia Farm Fest: Playin’ for Layin’, set to take place at Poor House Farm in Rice, Virginia on Saturday, Oct. 19. Jake Kohn, the gravel-voiced teenaged phenom from Winchester, will headline a 10-act country and Americana-focused bill that includes the organizer’s own group.

Baylor falls to West Virginia in final conference home match

Baylor soccer fell 2-0 to West Virginia Sunday afternoon in the Bears’ final home game of the season. The brand new $90 million, 103,000-square-foot Fudge Football Development Center has every bell and whistle imaginable, and Baylor is happy to…

Tuesday is Virginia's voter registration deadline. Later, it takes extra step

Tuesday is the last day to register or update your registration. If you miss the deadline, you can still vote in the November 5 election by casting a provisional ballot.

Kickoff time, TV designation set for Virginia-North Carolina football game

The kickoff time and TV designation for the Virginia football team's home game against North Carolina has been set.

Women’s Soccer: #25 Virginia rallies in second half, downs SMU, 2-1

Virginia rallied from a 1-0 halftime deficit, taking the lead for good in the 81st minute on a goal by Meredith McDermott to claim a 2-1 win over SMU.

Inside Business 2024 Top Forty Under 40: Jacob Raymond, Youth Sailing Virginia Inc.

Raymond serves on several committees for U.S. Sailing, the national governing body of the sport. He’s been involved with Warrior Sailing, a program supporting wounded, ill and injured

Fairfax County’s use of Chinese drones questioned by Congress

A congressional committee is urging Fairfax County to rethink its approach to the use of drones — specifically those manufactured in China.

Benedictine relying on Cochrane, offensive line to win games in the trenches

When you watch Benedictine on the gridiron, one thing big sticks out. Well, actually five — the offensive linemen.

FIRST ALERT: Tracking major cool-down, gusty wind & mountain snow

Expect a breezy west-northwest wind with gusts up to around 20 to 30 mph. Gusty winds will continue through Wednesday. Light accumulations are likely along the western-facing slopes of West Virginia this week. A weak disturbance will bring rounds of snow showers to the region Tuesday into early Wednesday.

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