February 14, 2024 Virginia advances bill that would enable DACA recipients to become police officers Virginia State Sen. Jeremy McPike is the lead sponsor of a bill that would allow DACA recipients to become eligible for jobs in law enforcement.
February 13, 2024 Virginia woman arrested after allegedly swinging medieval sword at police officer, neighbor A Virginia woman was arrested and charged after she allegedly swung a medieval sword at a police officer and one of her neighbors, Leesburg police announced.
February 12, 2024 'Make it quick!' Virginia legislature's short time limit for public comments leaves some feeling disrespected The time limits on public comments during Virginia's legislative sessions causes some citizens to feel ignored, even as lawmakers agree that there must be some type of time management.
February 12, 2024 Virginia Gov. Youngkin prioritizes mental health policy as police are overwhelmed by cases Virginia Republican Gov. Youngkin has introduced initiatives to changed the way psychiatric care is delivered as mental health becomes a growing priority across the country.
February 11, 2024 Virginia teenager charged for making false reports of bombs, shootings at multiple schools A Virginia teenager pled guilty as part of a plea agreement following charges for making false reports of bombs and shootings at various schools.
February 9, 2024 Haitian couple alleges Virginia town targeted their food truck A Hatian couple is suing the town of Parksley, Virginia, alleging that it targeted their business with anti-food truck laws. Parksley's defense maintains the allegations are untrue.
February 8, 2024 Virginia House subcommittee unanimously kills near-total abortion ban proposal A Virginia House of Delegates subcommittee voted 8-0 Wednesday night to kill a near-total ban on abortion introduced by freshman Republican Del. Tim Griffin.
February 8, 2024 Republican Virginia Gov. Youngkin to review Democrat-led gun control measures Republican VA Gov. Glenn Youngkin will review dozens of pieces of gun-related legislation that were passed through Virginia's Democrat-controlled Assembly.
February 8, 2024 Virginia Dems push to expand state-funded health insurance to illegal immigrant children Democrats in Virginia are making a push to expand state-funded health insurance coverage to illegal immigrant children.
February 8, 2024 Virginia assisted suicide bill poses 'deadly harm' to 'most vulnerable,' bishops warn Bishop Michael Burbidge of Arlington and Bishop Barry Knestout of Richmond are speaking out against Virginia Senate Bill 280, which would legalize assisted suicide.