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West Virginia New Members 2025

Courtesy Date of Birth / April 27, 1951 Residence / Lewisburg, W.Va. Occupation / Governor of West Virginia Education / B.A., MBA, Marshall

Virginia New Members 2025

Courtesy Date of Birth / Aug. 24, 1968 Residence / Goochland County, Va. Occupation / Small business owner, SEAL Team PT Inc. Family / Married to wife Tracy

New Oceanfront entertainment venue, The Dome, takes shape at Atlantic Park in Virginia Beach

VIRGINIA BEACH — The long anticipated entertainment venue at Atlantic Park will host roughly 100 events per year and employ 200 workers, according to the city. Hearkening its predecessor, the venue will be called The Dome, and it’s scheduled to open in ...

Gov. Youngkin committed to Virginia, no plans to join Trump administration

I am so excited about what President Trump is going to do in leading America, and I have committed to him that I will support him in any way I can from my seat as governor of Virginia,” Youngkin said.

2 men killed in wrong-way crash in Virginia, police say

LYNCHBURG, Va. (WSET) — Two people died after a wrong-way crash on US-460 in Virginia on Thursday night, according to authorities. The Lynchburg Police Department identified them as Lawrence William Chambers, 69, of Pamplin, and James Jeffrey Elam, 68, of Lebanon.

Virginia casino resort about 60 miles from Durham schedules date for grand opening

Leaders for a brand-new casino in southern Virginia — about an hour from Durham — has scheduled a date for its grand opening next month.

Cloned ferret gives birth to 2 healthy kits at Smithsonian National Zoo’s Virginia campus

The kits — one male and one female — are reportedly healthy and meeting developmental milestones. They’ll stay at the facility in Virginia for further research, and there are no plans to release them into the wild. Antonia, a cloned black-footed ferr ...

No. 23 Pitt looks to stay in ACC race as struggling Virginia visits

The Panthers saw their hopes of reaching the ACC championship game take a hit last week. A loss to the Cavaliers would end any threat of making it to Charlotte and also scuttle Pitt's hopes of crashing the College Football Playoff.

Virginia prepares for special elections as McGuire, Subramanyam head to Congress

Following Tuesday’s general election, in which Virginians sent two state senators to Congress, the commonwealth is preparing for special elections to fill the seats vacated by John McGuire, R-Goochland,

FACT CHECK: Did Votes Cast For Jill Stein Prevent Kamala Harris From Winning Virginia?

A viral post shared on X claims votes cast for Green Party candidate Jill Stein in the 2024 election prevented Democratic nominee Vice President Kamala Harris from winning the state of Virginia. The claim is false. Harris won the presidential race in ...

Son charged with killing 75-year-old mother in Northern Virginia

A Fairfax County man was arrested in the death of his mother Thursday, police say. Officers were called that morning about someone who had died in the Lincolnia area of the county. They arrived in the 6300 block of Lincolnia Road to find 75-year-old Myong ...

'Glad it's coming': Residents react after Caesars Virginia sets opening date for Dec. 12

From casino games to a live venue hall to a full-service spa — Caesars Virginia says they're bringing it all when they officially open on Dec. 12.

Two days later, more Virginia voters react to 2024 election results

Just two days after Donald Trump won the election to become the next president of the United States, CBS 6 went out to ask more voters how they're feeling about the election.

Clemson vs. Virginia Tech prediction, odds, time, line: 2024 College Football Week 11 picks

The No. 17 Clemson Tigers (6-2) hit the road for an ACC clash against the Virginia Tech Hokies (5-4) on Saturday, November 9, 2024 at Lane Stadium. The matchup will air on ESPN, at 3:30 p.m. ET.

Pittsburgh vs. Virginia prediction, odds, time, line: 2024 College Football Week 11 picks

The No. 23 Pittsburgh Panthers (7-1) host an ACC showdown against the Virginia Cavaliers (4-4) on Saturday, November 9, 2024 at Acrisure Stadium. The contest will air on ACC Network, with the

Virginia Beach election officials work to verify results after Election Day

On Thursday, election officials began the canvass at the Municipal Center. State law gives them until Nov. 15 to certify the results to the State Board of Elections.

Virginia Medicaid program faces $632 million hole

Virginia’s Medicaid program faces a budget shortfall of almost $632 million over two years, as Gov. Glenn Youngkin says he is preparing another package of tax cuts for the Democratic-controlled General Assembly to consider next month.

Virginia Tech vs. Clemson odds, spread, line: 2024 college football picks, Week 11 predictions from top model

The No. 23 Clemson Tigers (6-2) will try to avoid suffering consecutive upset losses when they face the Virginia Tech Hokies (5-4) on Saturday afternoon. Clemson had its six-game winning streak snapped in a 33-21 loss to Louisville last week, falling out ...

Clemson and Virginia Tech looking to get back on track

No. 19 Clemson lost control of its chance at the Atlantic Coast Conference title game and a spot in the College Football Playoff after last week's 33-21 loss to Louisville.

For the first time, the Virginia Police Department has five female officers

On the walls of the Virginia Police Department, there are pictures of officers who have served and protected the Queen City. There are very few women in the photos. But that is changing. “I’m the first female chief, and the third police woman on the department,” shared Chief Nicole Mattson.

Caesars Virginia in Danville announces opening date

DANVILLE, Va. (WDBJ) - Caesars Virginia announced on Thursday that its Danville location is set to open on December 12 at noon.

Virginia Congressman Gerry Connolly diagnosed with cancer

Congressman Gerry Connolly, D-Va., revealed on Thursday that he has been diagnosed with cancer of the esophagus. Connolly, 77, said he doesn't have symptoms aside and will be undergoing chemotherapy immediately.

Longstanding US Rep. Gerry Connolly of Virginia says he is battling esophageal cancer

U.S. Rep. Gerry Connolly, a Democrat representing Virginia's most populous county in Congress, said Thursday that he is battling esophageal cancer.

Less suburban support narrows Harris' Virginia margin

Virginia suburbanites retreated from enthusiastic support for President Joe Biden in 2020 to giving Kamala Harris essentially the same margin of victory over former President Donald Trump that Hillary Clinton secured in 2016.

Improved Bearcats look to become bowl eligible Saturday against West Virginia

West Virginia (4-4, 3-2 Big 12) at Cincinnati (5-3, 3-2), Saturday, 12 p.m. EST (FS1) College Football Odds: Cincinnati by 4 1/2. Series record: West Virginia leads 17-3-1. What's at stake? Cincinnati can clinch bowl eligibility. A win would also double ...

Virginia Rep. Gerry Connolly announces cancer diagnosis 2 days after winning re-election

U.S. Rep. Gerald "Gerry" Connolly has announced that he has cancer of the esophagus two days after winning re-election for his ninth term in Congress.

Tim Kaine reelected to U.S. Senate, defeats Republican Hung Cao in Virginia

Sen. Tim Kaine secures a third term in Virginia, overcoming Navy veteran Hung Cao in a competitive race marked by debates on immigration and economic policy.

Virginia leaders react to Trump win as Harris keeps the commonwealth blue

Former President Donald Trump and Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin at a June 28, 2024, rally in Chesapeake. (Charlotte Rene Woods/Virginia Mercury) Virginia’s elected officials are reacting with mixed responses to Donald Trump’s win in the 2024 ...

Vindman Wins Virginia House Race, Keeping a Key Seat in Democratic Hands

Yevgeny Vindman is a former Army lieutenant colonel who was fired by the Trump administration for joining his twin brother as a whistle-blower in the first impeachment of President Donald J. Trump.

Virginia plays Campbell in non-conference showdown

BOTTOM LINE: Virginia and Campbell face off in non-conference action. Virginia finished 23-11 overall with a 15-2 record at home during the 2023-24 season. The Cavaliers averaged 7.0 steals, 5.0 blocks and 7.5 turnovers per game last season.

Tim Kaine defeats Trump-backed Hung Cao to win reelection in Virginia Senate race

Republicans had sought to tip the once-purple state back into the battleground column in the era of Gov. Glenn Youngkin (R-VA).

Harris wins Virginia but by lesser margin than Biden

Former President Donald Trump visited Salem, Virginia, over the weekend, where he was praised by Gov. Glenn Youngkin (R-VA) and predicted victory.

No. 18 Pitt plots bounce-back effort, welcomes Virginia

No. 18 Pittsburgh attempts to rebound from its first setback of the season when it hosts slumping Virginia in Atlantic Coast Conference action Saturday night.

Key pickup for GOP in West Virginia Senate race

Americans are voting on Senate and House races today that will determine which party controls each chamber of Congress, as well as weighing in on gubernatorial races and key ballot measures. Follow here for results and analysis.

Trump wins West Virginia

With the early state calls, Trump holds a lead of 23 votes to three over Harris in the Electoral College.

Tim Kaine wins reelection in Virginia

Virginia Sen. Tim Kaine (D-Va.) won his reelection bid Tuesday, fending off a challenge from Republican Hung Cao, The Hill/Decision Desk HQ (DDHQ) projected. Cao, who also ran for Congress in

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