The agreement — which stems from Gov. Glenn Youngkin’s administration — had effectively placed state law enforcement under federal control and supervision to conduct civil immigration enforcement. This…
Read more Gov. Spanberger ends ICE agreement involving Virginia State Police and corrections officers – WTOP NewsStates must reduce rates to 6% over the next year, or lose federal funding that supports the program. This article was reprinted with permission from Virginia Mercury. As…
Read more Here’s what Virginia is doing so far to reduce its SNAP error rate – WTOP NewsVirginia’s transportation system is massive, with about 129,000 lane miles of roads and roughly 5,900 miles of rail criss-crossing the commonwealth, according to the Virginia Department of Transportation…
Read more Federal funding shifts cloud Virginia’s transportation plans for 2026 – WTOP NewsSpanberger’s election clears the way for a regulated retail system, with legislators set to introduce a revamped bill shaped by months of hearings and equity debates. This article…
Read more After years of vetoes, Virginia poised to launch adult-use cannabis market – WTOP NewsThe Virginia Supreme Court has refused to take up a case that suspended multiple appointees by Gov. Glenn Youngkin from serving on three Virginia university governing boards. This…
Read more Virginia Supreme Court refuses to review AG’s appeal in college board appointees case – WTOP NewsLess than 12 hours after Democrats swept Virginia’s statewide offices and expanded their majority in the House of Delegates, Gov. Glenn Youngkin addressed reporters. This article was reprinted…
Read more After stinging GOP losses, Youngkin pivots to legacy and transition – WTOP NewsVirginia and New Jersey may be among the states most affected by the hiring slowdown that enraged President Donald Trump when it appeared in an Aug. 1 jobs report.…
Read more Va. among states most affected by job losses from Trump’s cuts, housing and spending slowdowns – WTOP NewsIn some states, smartphones can do more than help you pay for services, capture memorable moments, or instantly access your… This article was reprinted with permission from Virginia…
Read more Technology Transportation Virginia adopted standards for electronic credentials years ago. What happened? – WTOP NewsA sign outside a clinic that provides abortions in Richmond, Va. (Sarah Vogelsong/Virginia Mercury) A sign outside a clinic that… This article was reprinted with permission from Virginia…
Read more Virginia abortion patients, new report highlight barriers to accessing care despite fewer restrictions – WTOP NewsA bipartisan coalition of lawmakers in Virginia and other states want to strengthen privacy laws regarding the nonconsensual distribution of intimate images. A bipartisan coalition of lawmakers in…
Read more Virginia could lead the way on strengthening privacy laws regarding intimate images – WTOP NewsVirginia Democratic lawmakers praised Vice President Kamala Harris’ housing policy plans in a virtual call Wednesday afternoon. The gathering came… This article was reprinted with permission from Virginia…
Read more How Kamala Harris’ new policy plan could impact housing in Virginia – WTOP NewsLegal gaming has surged to new heights in Virginia, transforming into a multibillion-dollar annual market as the state’s expanding casinos, sports betting, and online gaming sectors fuel economic…
Read more Virginia one step closer to creating single gaming agency – WTOP NewsVirginia is the recipient of two federal grants to capture climate changing emissions, one focused on methane and another on promoting natural solutions to capture carbon. This article…
Read more Federal government awards $150 million to reduce emissions in Virginia – WTOP NewsVirginia lawmakers seem to agree that kids spending too much time on social media is a problem. But they’re not ready to pass new laws on the topic…
Read more Virginia House punts on proposal to prohibit ‘addictive’ social media feeds for minors – WTOP NewsHundreds of bills are filed for General Assembly consideration each year. In this weekly series, the Mercury takes a look… This article was reprinted with permission from Virginia…
Read more Virginia sees bills to ease process for claiming roadkill, change how many mixed drinks restaurants can sell – WTOP News
