Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin Vetoes Marijuana And Minimum Wage Bills Virginia Governor Youngkin's veto of marijuana and minimum wage bills sparks debate and political tension. Top News · Mar 29, 2024
Ocean Carriers Diverted To Port Of Virginia After Bridge Collapse Ocean carriers rerouted to Port of Virginia following bridge collapse, collaborative efforts to ensure smooth trade flow. Top News · Mar 26, 2024
Governor Youngkin Emphasizes Border Security And Economic Growth Priorities Governor Youngkin highlights key issues like border security and economic stability, emphasizing strong leadership for Virginians and Americans. Top News · Mar 13, 2024
RCV repeal measure certified for November ballot in Alaska Welcome to the March 13, 2024 Brew. Ballotpedia · Mar 13, 2024
Gov. Glenn Youngkin (R) vetoes bill that would have required Virginia to rejoin ERIC Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin (R) vetoed SB606 on March 8, a bill that would have required the state to rejoin the Electronic Registration Information Center (ERIC). ERIC is a multi-state voter list maintenance compact. The legislation passed the Virginia State Senate 21-19 on Feb. 12, and the House of Delegates… Ballotpedia · Mar 12, 2024
Virginia has banned legacy admissions at its public colleges The new law, which passed unanimously in the Virginia House and Senate, will take effect July 1. WEKU · Mar 11, 2024
Cheering From the Press Box Also: Oppenheimer and Godzilla win at the Oscars, Virginia state lawmakers nuke plans for taxpayer-funded arena, and more... Reason · Mar 11, 2024
Rudy Carey Was Pardoned, but the Unjust Law That Kept Him From Working Is Still on the Books Virginia’s barrier crime law limits employment prospects for ex-offenders, who often find their way back into the penal system when they can’t find work. Reason · Mar 4, 2024
Labor Groups Oppose Move Of Sports Franchises To Virginia Labor groups oppose NBA and NHL relocation to Virginia, sparking political and public debate over worker concerns and economic impact. Top News · Feb 21, 2024
Ron DeSantis put nearly all his eggs in the basket of a ‘war on woke’ The Florida governor, once billed as Trump without the baggage, ended up making a series of bad gambles The Guardian - US · Jan 22, 2024
Don Scott becomes first Black speaker in Virginia Legislature's 400-year history Del. Don Scott, a rising star among Virginia Democrats with a unique personal story, was voted in as speaker of the Virginia Statehouse. WEKU · Jan 10, 2024
How Much Will Taxpayers Pay for Virginia's $2 Billion Arena Plan? How much public money will be used remains unclear. The consensus answer seems to be "a lot." Reason · Jan 10, 2024
GOP Losers of 2023: Moms for Liberty "You deserve to be fired": Amid a growing sex scandal, founder Bridget Ziegler was just confronted by a gay student Salon · Dec 27, 2023
Democrats won Virginia on abortion. Can it also win them the White House? A year and a half after the supreme court struck down Roe v Wade, abortion continues to weigh heavily on voters’ mind The Guardian - US · Dec 20, 2023
The Independent UK · Dec 18, 2023 Judge issues order keeping Confederate memorial at Arlington Cemetery for now A federal judge has issued a temporary restraining order barring removal of a memorial to Confederate soldiers at Arlington National Cemetery
The Independent UK · Dec 16, 2023 Confederate memorial to be removed in coming days from Arlington National Cemetery A Confederate memorial's days at Arlington National Cemetery are numbered
Top News · Dec 14, 2023 Virginia Announces Billion Partnership with Monumental Sports Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin discusses the formation of a monumental public-private partnership involving sports, entertainment, and economic growth.
USA Today Sports Media Group · Dec 13, 2023 Everything we know about the Wizards and Capitals proposed move from Washington to Virginia The Wizards and Capitals might be moving to Virginia soon.
The Independent UK · Dec 13, 2023 Virginia has tentative deal to move Washington's NBA, NHL teams, Youngkin says Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin says he has reached a tentative agreement with the parent company of the NBA’s Washington Wizards and NHL’s Washington Capitals to move those teams out of D
The Guardian - US · Dec 12, 2023 Heather Williams, president of DLCC: ‘Republicans are not listening to voters’ on abortion It’s crucial for Democrats to connect with voters on the topic and focus on state capitols where Donald Trump allies are pressing for sweeping bans
The Guardian - US · Nov 24, 2023 ‘People who are just like me will not be able to vote. That’s nuts’: Virginia to see first Black speaker of the house Democrat Don L Scott has come back from a felony conviction 30 years ago to lead the state legislature and fight for his constituents
Zenger · Nov 22, 2023 Colleges Plagued By Antisemitism As Israel-Hamas War Rages On The Israeli-Hamas Conflict Continues To Cause Serious Divisions Among Races and Religious Groups In The U.S.
Chicago Sun-Times · Nov 17, 2023 The media should stop playing fortune-teller on elections The press should do some real reporting about what’s going on in the country and stop predicting outcomes. Their track record of being right is bad anyway.
The Independent UK · Nov 15, 2023 Democrat Biberaj concedes in hard-fought northern Virginia prosecutor race A high-profile Democratic prosecutor in northern Virginia who drew criticism from Republican Gov. Glenn Youngkin has conceded defeat in her reelection bid
Chicago Sun-Times · Nov 13, 2023 Voters are clear about climate change threats Well-funded attacks against strong climate policies were ignored or rejected by the voters in the Nov. 7 elections.