Today’s news
Virginia Schools Rebrand DEI Programs to Skirt Court Rulings
Colleges accused of 'bad faith noncompliance' with Supreme Court and Trump administration orders against race-based policies.

New Richmond Housing Bills Could Reshape Development Rules in Leesburg
Leesburg officials raise concerns about measures that could weaken the town's control over zoning and neighborhood impacts
Virginia Lawmakers Propose Doubling Medical Malpractice Payment Caps
Last-minute bill amendment could significantly increase payouts to successful plaintiffs
Recent news
Mar. 5, 2026
Colorado Bioethicist Warns Against 'Abortion Reversal' Procedures
Unproven and potentially dangerous treatments are being promoted under the guise of 'comprehensive care'.
Mar. 4, 2026
Virginia Appeals Injunction Against Social Media Time Limit for Children
State aims to reinstate law restricting minors to 1 hour of daily use to protect mental health
Mar. 2, 2026
Virginia Democrats Vote to Nearly Triple Their Own Pay
The move comes despite campaign promises to focus on affordability
Mar. 2, 2026
Virginia Democrats Give Themselves Nearly 300% Pay Raise
Lawmakers increase their salaries while only providing teachers a 3% raise
Feb. 27, 2026
Virginia Democrats Vote to Nearly Triple Their Own Pay
Lawmakers raise salaries while campaigning on affordability issues, sparking Republican criticism
Feb. 27, 2026
Trump Pushes for Second Reconciliation Bill in Congress
White House signals tax cuts and retirement savings plan as priorities, but House Republicans face narrow majority challenges.
Feb. 26, 2026
Virginia Senate Approves Amended Congressional Map
Redistricting plan would shift 63,000 Chesapeake residents to new district
Feb. 26, 2026
Virginia Considers Legalizing Online Casino Gambling
Bill would bring iGaming to the state, raising concerns from those with gambling addiction
Feb. 26, 2026
Virginia Lawmakers Target PBM Reforms in Bipartisan Push
Lawmakers aim to require pharmacy benefit managers to pass along rebates to lower drug costs for consumers.
Feb. 26, 2026
New Delegate Pushes Workforce Development Legislation
Virgil Thornton's bill aims to give local boards more flexibility in allocating federal training funds.
Feb. 26, 2026
Charlottesville Delegate's Pharmacy Bill Passes in Spanberger Affordability Package
Legislation aims to increase transparency and lower costs in the healthcare system.
Feb. 25, 2026
Descendant of Founding Father Blasts Spanberger's Redistricting Push
Virginia Republican Del. Anne Ferrell Tata, a descendant of Patrick Henry, condemns governor's partisan redistricting efforts.
Feb. 25, 2026
Virginia Lawmakers Push for Medicaid Funds Bill to Aid Schools
Bill would establish Medicaid navigator positions and require training to help school districts maximize Medicaid reimbursements.
Feb. 25, 2026
Pittsylvania County Opposes Virginia Redistricting Plan
Board of Supervisors adopts resolution against proposed changes to congressional districts.
Feb. 25, 2026
Trump Calls for Limits on Trans Youth Transitions
President Trump used a State of the Union guest to highlight a lawsuit over a Virginia student's gender identity.
Feb. 25, 2026
Trump Calls Democrats 'Crazy' for Not Applauding Ban on Teen Gender Transitions
Voters have sharply divided reactions to the president's remarks during the State of the Union address.
Feb. 24, 2026
Virginia Passes Rideshare Background Check Expansion Bill
Legislation aims to standardize screening process across transportation apps
Feb. 24, 2026
Virginia Lawmakers Debate Ranked-Choice Voting Options
Allowing for 'consensus choice' could improve ranked-choice voting in the commonwealth, expert says.
Feb. 24, 2026
House Rejects Bill to Prevent Future Midair Collisions
The legislation aimed to mandate location tracking technology on all aircraft near busy airports.
Feb. 24, 2026
Virginia Poised to Legalize Online Gambling After Last-Minute Legislative Push
Both the Virginia House and Senate passed bills to legalize internet gaming, which could generate hundreds of millions in tax revenue annually.