Politics

Speaker Johnson Attending Fundraiser to Oppose Virginia Redistricting Efforts

House Speaker Mike Johnson will be a special guest at an event to support Virginia Republicans' redistricting efforts.

Tom Perriello taps Southwest Virginia rising star Lily Franklin as campaign manager

Franklin, after a narrowly-unsuccessful bid for the seat in 2023, flipped the 41st District for Democrats in November, defeating Republican incumbent Chris Obenshain by 2.4 points.

Congressmen Rally Against Virginia Redistricting Referendum in Tazewell

Community members gathered to hear from U.S. Reps. Morgan Griffith and Ben Cline on the upcoming vote.

Thousands March in Blacksburg for 'No Kings' Protest

Third nationwide demonstration against President Trump draws largest local turnout yet.

North Dakota National Guard Deployed to D.C. Ahead of 'No Kings' Protest

Thousands expected to gather for march and rally against Trump administration policies

Virginia Lawmakers Urge 'Yes' Vote on Redistricting Amendment

House Speaker Don Scott and Senate President Pro Tem Louise Lucas call for action to defend democracy against partisan gerrymandering.

Wythe County Residents Debate Potential Zoning Ordinances

Residents call for more community input on development projects as county considers adopting zoning rules for the first time in years.

Virginia Beach Proposes $2.9 Billion Budget with Personal Property Tax Relief

The budget includes funding for workforce, capital projects, and maintenance, as well as tax relief for vehicle owners.

Amherst Town Council to Address DPW Worker Concerns

Special meeting scheduled to hear from public works employees on wages, turnover, and safety issues.

Georgia Congressman Attends Grandson's Baseball Game Amid Government Shutdown

Congressman Buddy Carter prioritizes family during congressional recess as federal workers struggle without pay.

Mysterious 'Floating Ships' Spotted Off Virginia Beach Coast

Optical illusion caused by atmospheric conditions creates unusual mirage effect

Hard-Liners Tighten Grip on Iran Amid War

Parliamentary speaker and Revolutionary Guard leaders emerge as key figures in country's power structure

USS Nimitz Deploys to South America for Southern Seas 2026 Exercise

The U.S. Navy's flagship aircraft carrier joins multinational naval drills, signaling a strategic shift in regional focus.

U.S. Sends Third Aircraft Carrier to Middle East

Deployment aims to bolster regional forces amid escalating conflict with Iran

Defense Secretary Hegseth Promotes Combative Christianity in the Military

Critics worry Hegseth's religious rhetoric threatens to divide America's armed forces.