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Government-politics

With election underway, court could have final say on redistricting  |  Special Report

With election underway, court could have final say on redistricting | Special Report

  • MICHAEL MARTZ Richmond Times-Dispatch

The Virginia Constitution gives voters the final say on whether to amend the document, but the state's highest court ultimately could decide whether to allow redistricting this year.

Virginia's proposed congressional districts and who is running  |  Special Report

Virginia's proposed congressional districts and who is running | Special Report

  • ANNA BRYSON Richmond Times-Dispatch

In February, Virginia Democrats revealed a proposed new political map that would give them an advantage in 10 of the state's 11 congressional districts. 

5 things to know about legalizing marijuana in Virginia

5 things to know about legalizing marijuana in Virginia

  • ERIC KOLENICH Richmond Times-Dispatch

Spanberger has until April 13 to sign the bill, veto it or propose amendments.

Virginia's redistricting battle started in Texas  |  Special Report

Virginia's redistricting battle started in Texas | Special Report

  • MICHAEL MARTZ Richmond Times-Dispatch

Early voting has begun in Virginia for a special election on April 21 on a proposed constitutional amendment that would allow the Democratic-controlled General Assembly to redraw congressional maps.

Spanberger appoints 65 Virginians to state boards and commissions

Spanberger appoints 65 Virginians to state boards and commissions

  • ANNA BRYSON Richmond Times-Dispatch

Gov. Abigail Spanberger announced a slate of more than 60 new appointments on Wednesday, filling out several high-profile boards.

'Worship over worry': Virginia church group evacuates Israel at war

'Worship over worry': Virginia church group evacuates Israel at war

  • MICHAEL MARTZ Richmond Times-Dispatch

Leaving Israel wasn't easy for Americans at the start of the Iran war, but a Virginia pastor reached out to a parishioner, who called on U.S. Sen. Mark Warner for help.

Virginia General Assembly going to special session to resolve budget standoff

Virginia General Assembly going to special session to resolve budget standoff

  • MICHAEL MARTZ AND DAVE RESS Richmond Times-Dispatch

The General Assembly will require a special legislative session to resolve a standoff between the House of Delegates and Senate over revenue for a new two-year budget.

With data center eyeing Southside Virginia, foundation backs controversial tax exemption

With data center eyeing Southside Virginia, foundation backs controversial tax exemption

    State lawmakers are wrangling over a plan that could end the data center retail sales and use tax exemption.

    Virginia revenue growing more slowly with new budget still a work in progress

    Virginia revenue growing more slowly with new budget still a work in progress

      As the legislature faces potential overtime or a special session to work out a new two-year budget, state revenue collections grew more slowly due in part to a softening labor market.

      Dorothy McAuliffe, former Virginia first lady, announces congressional campaign

      Dorothy McAuliffe, former Virginia first lady, announces congressional campaign

        Hours after her campaign announcement, a coalition of prominent Virginia leaders announced their support.

        Photos: Tuesday, March 10, at the Virginia General Assembly

        Photos: Tuesday, March 10, at the Virginia General Assembly

          Virginia businesses sound alarm over proposed repeal of data center tax break

          Virginia businesses sound alarm over proposed repeal of data center tax break

            A Senate proposal to repeal a lucrative tax break for data centers has brought budget talks to a standstill and set off alarm bells for some business organizations across the state.

            Spanberger to appoint criminal justice veterans and a pastor to parole board

            Spanberger to appoint criminal justice veterans and a pastor to parole board

              Gov. Abigail Spanberger will soon announce five appointments to the Virginia Parole Board.

              Coming down to the wire, a bill on probation stumbles at Virginia General Assembly

              Coming down to the wire, a bill on probation stumbles at Virginia General Assembly

                With minutes to go before Senators had to head for their caucus briefings on floor action, freshman Del. Charlie Schmidt’s bill on probation ran out of time.

                Local News

                Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for March 25

                Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for March 25

                Read through the obituaries published today in SWVA Today.

                Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for March 24

                Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for March 24

                Read through the obituaries published today in SWVA Today.

                Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for March 23

                Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for March 23

                Read through the obituaries published today in SWVA Today.

                Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for March 22

                Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for March 22

                Read through the obituaries published today in SWVA Today.

                State & Regional

                With election underway, court could have final say on redistricting  |  Special Report

                With election underway, court could have final say on redistricting | Special Report

                The Virginia Constitution gives voters the final say on whether to amend the document, but the state's highest court ultimately could decide whether to allow redistricting this year.

                Martinsville-built car breaks stock-car land speed record at 253 mph

                Martinsville-built car breaks stock-car land speed record at 253 mph

                A Martinsville-built stock car has broken the world land speed record, reaching 253 mph Monday on a former space shuttle runway and surpassing a mark that had stood for nearly two decades.

                What we know about the quadruple amputee cornhole champ arrested for murder in Virginia

                What we know about the quadruple amputee cornhole champ arrested for murder in Virginia

                Before his arrest in Albemarle County on Monday, Dayton Webber was an inspiration: a quadruple amputee cornhole champion. Now, he stands accused of murder. 

                Quadruple amputee cornhole player wanted for murder arrested in Albemarle County

                Quadruple amputee cornhole player wanted for murder arrested in Albemarle County

                Authorities say a professional cornhole player who is also a quadruple amputee fatally shot a passenger in the front seat of a car he was driving during an argument. 

                Nation & World

                Most Americans say military action against Iran has gone too far, new AP-NORC poll finds

                Most Americans say military action against Iran has gone too far, new AP-NORC poll finds

                Most Americans believe recent U.S. military action against Iran has gone too far, and many are worried about affording gasoline, according to a new AP-NORC poll.

                Jury finds Instagram and YouTube liable in landmark social media addiction trial

                Jury finds Instagram and YouTube liable in landmark social media addiction trial

                A jury found both Meta and YouTube liable in a first-of-its-kind lawsuit that aimed to hold social media platforms responsible for harm to children using their services.

                TSA officers share how they're scraping by without pay

                TSA officers share how they're scraping by without pay

                With monthly bills coming due, many TSA employees are making difficult choices about how to make ends meet.

                Iran rejects US ceasefire plan, issues its own demands as strikes land across the Mideast

                Iran rejects US ceasefire plan, issues its own demands as strikes land across the Mideast

                Iran on Wednesday dismissed an American plan to pause the war in the Middle East and launched more attacks on Israel and Gulf Arab countries.

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                Chilhowie man faces multiple charges in domestic violence incident

                Chilhowie man faces multiple charges in domestic violence incident

                Meet Smyth County's Pet of the Week: Sable

                Meet Smyth County's Pet of the Week: Sable

                What we know about the quadruple amputee cornhole champ arrested for murder in Virginia

                What we know about the quadruple amputee cornhole champ arrested for murder in Virginia

                Partner

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                Bland County Officials Push for New Guardrails on Route 52

                Bland County Officials Push for New Guardrails on Route 52

                Contributor content. Reports have documented blind curves and damaged infrastructure on Route 52, supporting the need for safety improvements.

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                13 Birthday Gifts for the Cozy, Sentimental Cancer Zodiac Sign in Your Life

                13 Birthday Gifts for the Cozy, Sentimental Cancer Zodiac Sign in Your Life

                Contributor content. Find the perfect birthday gift for the cancer zodiac sign in your life. 

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                Cryptocurrency Adoption in Business: Advantages and Challenges

                Cryptocurrency Adoption in Business: Advantages and Challenges

                Provided content. In this article we examine the types of businesses adopting cryptocurrencies, along with the advantages and disadvantages they face.

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                Powerhouse partnership: Big Auto Injury Attorneys, The Popok Firm and ‘Legal AF’ podcast by MeidasTouch Network unite for justice

                Powerhouse partnership: Big Auto Injury Attorneys, The Popok Firm and ‘Legal AF’ podcast by MeidasTouch Network unite for justice

                Content by Big Auto Injury Attorneys. Learn more about MeidasTouch Network’s “Legal AF” podcast's new partnership with Big Auto Injury Attorneys and The Popok Law Firm.

                Crime

                Richmond judge says evidence was destroyed in a whistleblower suit. How did we get here?

                Richmond judge says evidence was destroyed in a whistleblower suit. How did we get here?

                This stems from the missing cellphone of ex-city spokesperson Petula Burks, who fired Connie Clay, the city’s former Freedom of Information Act officer, in 2024.

                'Stabbed 68 times': Lynchburg man found guilty of murdering ex-girlfriend

                'Stabbed 68 times': Lynchburg man found guilty of murdering ex-girlfriend

                Lynchburg Circuit Court Judge F. Patrick Yeatts found Tony Brown guilty of first-degree and three other felonies on Monday in the stabbing death of his Nicole Rosser, his ex-girlfriend.

                Virginia football WR Jahmal Edrine charged with rape, abduction

                Virginia football WR Jahmal Edrine charged with rape, abduction

                Virginia football wide receiver Jahmal Edrine was arrested on Thursday and charged with one count of rape and one count of abduction.

                Man faces felony charge after melee at Virginia high school basketball game

                Man faces felony charge after melee at Virginia high school basketball game

                The accused has been charged in juvenile court and is being held in jail without bond

                Politics

                5 things to know about legalizing marijuana in Virginia

                5 things to know about legalizing marijuana in Virginia

                Spanberger has until April 13 to sign the bill, veto it or propose amendments.

                Spanberger appoints 65 Virginians to state boards and commissions

                Spanberger appoints 65 Virginians to state boards and commissions

                Gov. Abigail Spanberger announced a slate of more than 60 new appointments on Wednesday, filling out several high-profile boards.

                'Worship over worry': Virginia church group evacuates Israel at war

                'Worship over worry': Virginia church group evacuates Israel at war

                Leaving Israel wasn't easy for Americans at the start of the Iran war, but a Virginia pastor reached out to a parishioner, who called on U.S. Sen. Mark Warner for help.

                Virginia General Assembly going to special session to resolve budget standoff

                Virginia General Assembly going to special session to resolve budget standoff

                The General Assembly will require a special legislative session to resolve a standoff between the House of Delegates and Senate over revenue for a new two-year budget.

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