‘We did not get asked’: Virginia mother says a gunshot sensor was installed on her property without permission, and police told her it was legal She says her house was not pre-approved by the city. We Got This Covered · Jun 19
Wingstop employee allegedly prints racial slur on Virginia woman’s order. Then the manager defends him with the lamest excuse Wingstop says it doesn’t tolerate such behavior. We Got This Covered · Jun 18
Is John Swinney asleep at the wheel amid AI data centre boom in Scotland? ARE we sleepwalking into an AI data centre disaster in Scotland ... The National (Scotland) · Jun 18
Trans rights cases test American freedom Little v. Hecox and West Virginia v. BPJ challenge the strength of the 14th Amendment for all Salon · Jun 18
DOJ challenges Virginia laws restricting officer face coverings, ICE agreements The Trump administration’s Justice Department is challenging Virginia laws targeting federal immigration officers The Independent UK · Jun 17
Decision to uphold judge’s conviction reignites debate over Trump-era immigration crackdown The former judge faces several years in prison after a jury convicted her on Dec. 19 The Independent UK · Jun 16
1776 All-Stars: Why George Mason Is Extremely Underrated I'm not saying that just because I teach at the university named after him. Reason · Jun 16
A mother wanted to keep her six children connected forever. The unique names she gave them became a symbol of their success A Virginia mother gave her six children unique names inspired by US states. Nevada, Montana, Indiana, Arizona, Missouri, and Dakota were chosen to represent hope and togetherness. The mother wanted her children to believe in a future beyond their immediate surroundings. The siblings have grown up close, with each pursuing… The Economic Times · Jun 16
Deadly Listeria Outbreak Linked to Soft Cheese May Have Circulated in the U.S. Food Supply for Three Years Undetected, and the Contaminated Batch's Sell-By Date Was Yesterday A Listeria outbreak linked to Clover Hill Dairy requesón/soft ricotta cheese has killed 1 and hospitalized 8 across Maryland, New York, and Virginia. Illness samples date to March 2023 — a potential 3-year undetected contamination. The contaminated batch had a sell-by date of June 14, 2026. Maryland has suspended the… Medical Daily · Jun 16
The IIHS Tells Us Which Driver Aids Actually Work—And Which Don't Motor1 visited the IIHS Vehicle Research Center in Virginia to learn why some driver-assistance systems may actually increase distraction. Motor1 · Jun 15
US campaigner warns Scotland to 'run like the plague' amid AI data centre boom A PROMINENT campaigner in the US has warned Scotland about the country’s planned AI data centre boom ... The National (Scotland) · Jun 14
Court extends block on ‘anti-weaponization’ fund A federal judge in Virginia on Friday extended a block on the Trump administration proceeding with an $1.8 billion “anti-weaponization” fund, finding the administration’s claims of its demise insufficient. Ruling from the bench, Judge Leonie Brinkema of the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia said the administration… Roll Call · Jun 12
Four Democrats compete for party nomination to challenge Republican incumbent in Virginia's 2nd Congressional District Four candidates — Nila Devanath, Bill Fleming, Elaine Luria, and Patrick Mosolf — are running in the Democratic primary for Virginia's 2nd Congressional District on August 4, 2026. Devanath and Luria lead in fundraising and media attention. Ballotpedia · Jun 12
Many Virginians’ criminal convictions about to be sealed under ‘Clean Slate’ law A new Virginia law will seal the criminal records of many people convicted of low-level offenses The Independent UK · Jun 11
Medical Daily · Jun 10 Virginia Records Most Measles Cases Ever as Buckingham County Outbreak Continues Virginia has reported a record 77 measles cases in 2026 with an active outbreak in Buckingham County. The VDH issued a clinical alert to healthcare providers on June 3.
Medical Daily · Jun 10 Listeria Outbreak Kills One, Hospitalizes Seven: Soft Ricotta and Requeson Cheese Recalled in New York, Virginia, Maryland A Listeria outbreak linked to Clover Hill Dairy soft ricotta and requesón cheese has killed one person and hospitalized seven others across three states.
Kiplinger · Jun 9 New Poll Shows People Hate Data Centers: Billions in Tax Exemptions Are One Reason Why Data centers in Virginia and other states are sparking backlash about how AI, cloud computing, and investment affect local communities.
The Independent UK · Jun 8 Jan. 6 rally organizer getting another $1.2 million from taxpayers to promote ‘Trump Accounts’ First in The Independent: A Virginia firm that organized Donald Trump’s January 6, 2021, ‘Stop the Steal’ rally is set to receive a further $1.2 million in taxpayer funds to help promote ‘Trump Accounts’
We Got This Covered · Jun 8 Virginia man used a fetish website to lure a man to his house for a ‘violent fantasy encounter.’ Then he staged the entire scene Banfield maintains that he is innocent.
The Conversation · Jun 8 5 ways data centers endanger their local communities and the country as a whole Every internet search, streamed video and AI-generated response depends on a data center somewhere. Driven by rapid growth in artificial intelligence, cloud computing and cryptocurrency, data centers have become the backbone of the modern digital economy. But though their key role is in enabling virtual and remote experiences, data centers…
Medical Daily · Jun 6 Virginia Records Highest Measles Count on Record While Major World Cup Gateway Links to Mexico's Growing Outbreak Virginia has recorded a record 77 measles cases in 2026 as Washington Dulles, a major World Cup travel gateway, connects travelers from countries facing active outbreaks, raising public health concerns ahead of the tournament.
Space · Jun 6 This Week In Space podcast: Episode 213 — Live From ISDC With Gerry Griffin On Episode 212 of This Week In Space, Rod Pyle and Tariq Malik are joined by Apollo legend Gerry Griffin live from the International Space Development Conference (ISDC) in McLean, Virginia.
The Independent UK · Jun 6 Brewery brings back George Washington’s beer recipe to celebrate 250 years of America America’s first president recorded the recipe while he was serving as a colonel in the Virginia militia
International Business Times · Jun 6 Virginia Man Sentenced To Life In Double-Murder Plot Involving Brazilian Au Pair The sentencing concludes a closely watched Virginia murder case that centered on an affair, a fabricated online identity and the deaths of two unsuspecting victims.
The Independent UK · Jun 5 Judge orders pretrial detention for ex-CIA official accused of stashing $40M in gold bars at home A magistrate judge has ordered pretrial detention for a former senior CIA official accused of stealing over $40 million worth of gold bars from the federal government and storing them in the basement of his Virginia home