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Soldier won't get new trial to sue police over violent stop

A federal judge in Virginia has denied a U.S. Army soldier's request for a new trial in his effort to sue police over a violent traffic stop

The Independent UK · May 4, 2023

See Teen Driving BMW M3 Lose Control, Hit Virginia Cop During Traffic Stop

There were no serious injuries.

Motor1 · May 4, 2023

Businesses stay quiet on today's anti-trans bills

When North Carolina passed its so-called "bathroom bill" in 2016 the state lost billions from a widespread backlash.

Axios · May 4, 2023

Newcomers will represent at least 32% of Virginia’s state legislative districts next year

Forty-five state legislative districts holding elections in Virginia this year are open, meaning no incumbents filed to run. This represents 32% of the state’s General Assembly, a decade-high rate of open districts, and a marked increase from previous election cycles.

Ballotpedia · May 1, 2023

Virginia Beach declares state of emergency after tornado

Officials estimate between 50 and 100 homes damaged by tornado that also downed trees and caused gas leaks

The Guardian - US · May 1, 2023

10 States with the Lowest Sales Tax in 2026

Living in one of the lowest sales tax states doesn't always mean you'll pay less.

Kiplinger · Apr 28, 2023

SNAP work requirements don’t actually get more people working – but they do drastically limit the availability of food aid

The House of Representatives has passed a bill that would cut spending, in part by expanding work requirements for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, through which nearly 43 million low-income Americans get help buying groceries. The House bill calls for this policy to apply to adults as old as 55,…

The Conversation · Apr 28, 2023

The American dream of African immigrants

Africans make up just 5 percent of immigrants in the United States but represent the fastest-growing immigrant group. For many of them, America is the land of opportunity. But the reality is sometimes more difficult, as Africans are confronted with various challenges. These include a form of racism against them…

France 24 · Apr 28, 2023

$290,000 worth of fake AirPods and Apple Watches seized at Washington Dulles airport

U.S Customs and Border Protection has revealed the seizure of 1000 AirPods Pro 2 and 50 Apple Watches in Virginia last month.

iMore · Apr 27, 2023

Documents reveal direct ancestors of King Charles owned slave plantations

DIRECT ancestors of King Charles III and the royal family purchased and exploited slaves on plantations in Virginia, new research has revealed.

The National (Scotland) · Apr 27, 2023