Body Of Richmond Soldier Missing In Morocco Recovered

The 27-year-old first lieutenant was found Saturday.

Virginia's Bellweather Election; Conservatism v. Biden-ism

Polls off the Mark

US House District 4: VA Democratic Primary Election Results

Refresh for updates in Patch's live coverage of the 2024 U.S. House Democratic primary election in Virginia's 4th District.

Virginia US House, District 1 Election: Democratic Primary Results

Refresh for updates in Patch's live coverage of the 2024 U.S. House Democratic primary election in Virginia's 1st District.

VA House Candidate Streamed Sex Acts With Husband Online: Reports

Susanna Gibson, a Democrat running for Virginia's 57th District seat, called the release of the videos “an illegal invasion of my privacy."

‘Humility and empathy’ sustain Spanberger as she looks to third term

U.S. Rep. Abigail Spanberger, D-Va., stayed busy on Election Day, meeting voters at polling locations across Virginia’s 7th District.

‘A good night for incumbents’ in Virginia midterm elections

Republicans picked up one seat and now hold five seats in the U.S. House compared to the six seats Democrats hold.

Virginia Tax Rebates: What To Know About The One-Time Payment

State officials expect to issue 3.2 million rebates by the end of 2022. Here's how to know if you're eligible.

Supreme Court Rejects Parents' Challenge Of Youngkin Mask Order

The Virginia Supreme Court dismissed a lawsuit on Monday brought by a group of parents opposed to Gov. Glenn Youngkin's mask-optional order.

Youngkin 'Regrets' Tweet From His Campaign Attacking Teenager

Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin distanced himself from a tweet sent out by his campaign team Saturday night that attacked a high school senior.

Youngkin Denies Requests To Make School Tip Line Emails Public

Gov. Glenn Youngkin’s office is refusing to make public the emails sent to a tip line after he encouraged parents to report on schools.

VA Senate Kills Bill Targeting Sexually Explicit Books In Schools

A Virginia Senate committee rejected a bill that required parental consent for students to check out books with sexual themes and drawings.

Youngkin Names New Diversity Officer, Changes Focus Of Office

Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin named Angela Sailor, an official at The Heritage Foundation, as the state's new chief diversity officer.

Youngkin Mocked Over Critical Race Theory Ban, Use Of MLK Quote

"The Late Show with Stephen Colbert” ripped into Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin’s executive order that bans the use of critical race theory.

Republican Glenn Youngkin Sworn In As Virginia's 74th Governor

The moment opens a new chapter in a state where Democrats spent the past two years in full control.

How To Watch Glenn Youngkin's Inauguration In Richmond

For people traveling to Richmond on Saturday for the inauguration, the new governor's swearing-in ceremony is free and open to the public.

Richmond-Area Unemployment Rate Improves: New Data

The Richmond unemployment rate improved recently, according to the newest figures.

Glenn Youngkin To Be Sworn In As Virginia's 74th Governor

Glenn Youngkin, a former executive with the Carlyle Group, will be sworn into office on Saturday as the 74th governor of Virginia.

Trump's EPA Chief Picked To Head Natural Resources Under Youngkin

Gov.-elect Glenn Youngkin selected Andrew Wheeler, who led the U.S. EPA under President Trump, to serve as Secretary of Natural Resources.

Robert E. Lee Time Capsule Housed Confederacy Relics

Conservators opened what they believe is the official time capsule that was placed inside the pedestal for the Robert E. Lee statue in 1887.

'They Found It!' Crews Likely Uncover Robert E. Lee Time Capsule

VA officials now believe they have found the official 1887 time capsule that was placed inside the pedestal for the Robert E. Lee statue.

Time Capsule From Robert E. Lee Statue Opened In Richmond

The 1887 time capsule that was discovered at the site of the former Robert E. Lee monument was opened in Richmond on Wednesday.

Robert E. Lee Time Capsule To Be Opened In Richmond

A time capsule from 1887 found in the pedestal that formerly held the statue of Robert E. Lee in Richmond will be opened on Wednesday.

Robert E. Lee Time Capsule Mystery Possibly Solved In Richmond

Demolition crews may have finally found the time capsule from 1887 that was believed to be inside the pedestal of the Robert E. Lee statue.

Physician Shortage Prompts Push To Support HBCU Medical Schools

Sen. Tim Kaine of Virginia introduced legislation that would address the lack of representation of students of color in medical schools.

Northam Seeks 10-Percent Raise For State Workers In Final Budget

Gov. Ralph Northam is proposing to give state and other public employees a 10-percent raise as part of his proposed two-year state budget.

Funding For Cultural Sites Of Black, Indigenous People Requested

Gov. Ralph Northam proposed a budget that includes funding to conserve cultural sites important to the state’s Black and indigenous people.

Ransomware Attack Hits Virginia Legislative Office

Hackers hit a Virginia legislative office with a ransomware attack, using an extremely sophisticated malware, according to reports.

Richmond-Area Unemployment Rate Decreases: New Update

The Richmond unemployment rate improved somewhat, according to the newest figures.

Lee Statue Pedestal To Be Removed, Land Given To City: Northam

Gov. Northam previously said he intended to keep the Robert E. Lee pedestal in place in Richmond.

Qarni Leaves As VA Secretary of Education, Heads To Temple Univ.

Gov. Ralph Northam appointed current deputy secretary Fran Bradford as his new secretary of education for the remainder of his term.

Richmond-Area Unemployment Rate Improves: Latest Data

The Richmond unemployment rate improved somewhat as fall approached.

Meet The Candidate: Winsome Sears For VA Lieutenant Governor

Candidates running for statewide office in Virginia explain why voters should choose them in the Nov. 2 election.

Meet The Candidate: Princess Blanding For Virginia Governor

Candidates running for statewide office in Virginia explain why voters should choose them in the Nov. 2 election.

Meet The Candidate: Jason Miyares For Virginia Attorney General

Candidates running for statewide office in Virginia explain why voters should choose them in the Nov. 2 election.

Richmond-Area Unemployment Rate Improves In August: Feds

The Richmond unemployment rate improved somewhat during the late summer.

Virginia Agency's New Name Reflects Transition To Clean Energy

More than 35 years after the agency's creation, the Virginia Department of Mines, Minerals and Energy has a new name, effective Friday.

Back Rent On Rise In Richmond: Analysis

More than 1 out of every 10 Richmond rental households are behind on rents as of early August, according to a new analysis.

Youngkin Lends Millions More To His Gubernatorial Campaign

The $4.5 million that Republican gubernatorial candidate Glenn Youngkin loaned his campaign is on top of $11.2 million he had already.

Richmond-Area Unemployment Rate Improved In July: Feds

The Richmond city unemployment rate improved somewhat during the summer.