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Chesapeake Bay Sees Increase In Juvenile Blue Crabs, Drop In Adult Females
Researchers search for what caused the multi-year decline and urge continued vigilance.
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Virginia Revenues Surge Despite Job Losses Amid Budget Standoff
State officials warn of economic uncertainty as lawmakers continue to debate data center tax breaks.
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Va. Officials Celebrate The Bald Eagle's Comeback And Centuries As National Symbol
Wildlife experts say the nation’s symbol has rebounded dramatically, but human-related threats remain a challenge.
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With Governor's Signature, Healthcare Affordability Bills Become Law
Reforms to insurance claims and targeted prescription affordability measures build on promises by the governor and lawmakers.
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More States, Including Virginia, Weigh New Rules For Pregnant, Postpartum Women In Custody
In Virginia, one of the new laws requires correctional facilities to adopt lactation policies for pregnant people by December 2028.
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After SCOTUS Voting Rights Ruling, Virginia Leaders Warn Minority Representation Could Erode After SCOTUS Voting Rights Ruling, Virginia ...
The decision narrowing key Voting Rights Act protections raises new concerns about future redistricting battles in the commonwealth.
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Dominion Announces Plans For New 3-Gigawatt Gas Plant In Cumberland County
If state and local permits are approved, the company anticipates the plant will come online in 2033 or 2034.
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These Black Maternal Health Groups Laid Groundwork For Perinatal Grants, Then They Were Left Out
The state-piloted program is supporting four organizations to boost maternal health outcomes across Virginia.
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Spanberger Weighs Legislation To Allow Class Action Lawsuits In Virginia Courts
The proposal would create a long-missing legal pathway, but the governor’s changes draw pushback over limits on venue and damages.
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New Court Challenge Targets Virginia Abortion Amendment Ballot Language
A suit filed in Tazewell County also echoes earlier claims over process as courts weigh multiple constitutional questions.
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Bilingual Telehealth Service Launches In Virginia And West Virginia
Dr. Ankur Fadia, an emergency medicine specialist, said his time spent working in rural hospitals inspired him to spearhead the initiative.
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Cerina And Justin Fairfax Tragedy Underscores New Va. Laws That Could Help Prevent Similar Violence
Updates to the state’s Red Flag law can enhance access to risk orders while a new workgroup could explore ways to reform divorce laws.
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Spanberger Marks First 100 Days With Focus On Healthcare, Housing And Energy Affordability
State budget progress is uncertain as the governor awaits lawmakers’ spending plan.
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Data Center Tax Exemption Changes Still Holding Up Virginia Budget
A Democratic senator wants to end the $1.9 billion handout. The industry doesn’t want to cede that much.
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Virginia Cannabis Retail Plan In Limbo After Lawmakers Reject Spanberger Changes
The governor must decide whether to sign or veto the long-debated proposal as disputes over regulation, enforcement and timelines persist.
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Local Governments Race To Attract Data Centers, Often In Spite Of Concerns From Their Constituents Local Governments Race To Attract Dat ...
Communities are sounding the alarm on an industry that stands to have a far greater impact beyond the walls of its warehouses.
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Virginia Lawmakers Recess Special Session Without A Budget Deal
Democratic divide over data center incentives and skill games veto leaves $212B spending plan unresolved.
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Va. Lawmakers OK Governor's Tweaks To Major Energy Bills, Reject Health And Labor Bill Amendments
Paid Family and Medical Leave is a step closer to becoming law, but rejected amendments on other bills.
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GOP's Hope To Undo Virginia's New Redistricting Power Grows After Judge Halts Maps
A new Tazewell court ruling puts new districts on hold as Republicans press their case and state vows appeal.
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Virginia Voters Back Redistricting Amendment After Months Of Legal And Political Battles
Approval allows new congressional maps to take immediate effect, following intense fight over process, courts and campaign messaging.
