RICHMOND—Governor Ralph Northam today (March 17, 2020) announced additional steps to help Virginians impacted by a novel coronavirus, or COVID-19, stop the spread of the...
RICHMOND (March 16, 2020) – Attorney General Mark R. Herring today announced charges against former clergyman Scott Asalone, 63, of Asbury Park, NJ, for one felony...
~ Statewide closure intended to reduce the spread of novel coronavirus ~ RICHMOND—On March 13, Governor Ralph Northam ordered all K-12 schools in Virginia to close...
RICHMOND, Va. — Virginia colleges and universities are extending spring break and adapting online classes amid the new coronavirus — along with more than 100 universities...
~ Anti-price gouging statute was activated upon Governor Northam’s declaration of a state of emergency; covers items and services such as water, food, cleaning products, hand...
WASHINGTON – On March 12, U.S. Sen. Mark R. Warner (D-VA) led 17 of his colleagues in sending a letter to the CEOs of eight major...
RICHMOND—On Thursday, March 12, Governor Ralph Northam declared a state of emergency in the Commonwealth of Virginia in response to the continued spread of novel...
The Virginia State Police Bureau of Criminal Investigation’s Wytheville Field Office has concluded its investigation into the September 2019 death of an inmate at the New...
Attorney General Mark R. Herring’s legislative package for the 2020 General Assembly session has helped make this the most progressive legislative session in Virginia history. Attorney...
The General Assembly passed a bill that will require full-time teachers to complete mental health awareness training, though some advocates are split on how the...
RICHMOND (March 8, 2020) – Attorney General Mark R. Herring today issued the following statement praising the General Assembly’s passage of his legislation to decriminalize possession...
When William Christiansen married his college sweetheart, he was disturbed that they had to disclose their race to the registrar, considering they are an interracial...
A bill in the General Assembly that bans expanded polystyrene containers, also known as plastic foam, at all food vendors by 2025 currently is in...
The General Assembly passed a bill that aims to increase access to renewable energy for lower-income communities. House Bill 573, introduced by Del. Mark Keam,...
The General Assembly recently passed a measure that will create a plan to reduce wildlife-related vehicle accidents, though opponents tout the bill as an example...
As public health concerns continue to grow surrounding the coronavirus, Attorney General Mark R. Herring is urging Virginians to be wary of any coronavirus related scams....
~ Newly-approved measures give additional authority to localities, address hate crimes, increase protections for transgender students ~ Governor Ralph Northam today announced he has signed...
The Virginia War Memorial held the official dedication ceremony of the expanded Shrine of Memory and grand opening of the C. Kenneth Wright Pavilion on Saturday,...
The Commonwealth of Virginia will honor all women who have served in the armed forces during Virginia Women Veterans Week March 15-21, 2020. For a list...
~ Newly-approved measures address “conversion therapy,” baby changing facilities, and credit for community work ~ Governor Ralph Northam today announced he has signed 68 pieces...
A Harrisonburg, Virginia, man faces multiple charges following a pursuit and a non-fatal officer-involved shooting Thursday evening (Feb. 27, 2020) in Loudoun County. Michael E. Bonner,...
Carl Tinder, the owner of Tinder Cattle & Vineyard, has been named Grower of the Year by the Virginia Vineyards Association (VVA). Mr. Tinder...
Ensuring the integrity of our elections has always been and will continue to be a top priority for election officials across the Commonwealth. Election officials across...
~ Newly-approved measures include pro-transit planning, parole reform ~ Governor Ralph Northam today announced he signed 16 pieces of legislation into law, including bills to...
~ Activities promote participation in the upcoming census, encourage Virginians to take action in their communities ~ RICHMOND—Governor Ralph Northam today invited Virginians across the Commonwealth to...
Cancelled Senior Alert: Subject has been located The Virginia State Police has issued a senior alert on behalf of Fairfax Police Department on February 19, 2020,...
~ $350,000 for permanent conservation easements in Albemarle, Clarke, Fauquier, and Stafford counties, cities of Chesapeake and Virginia Beach ~ On February 19, 2020, Governor Ralph...
The Virginia State Police has issued a senior alert on behalf of Newport News Police Department on February 17, 2020 at 6:30 a.m. The Newport News...
~ Spacecraft named in honor of first African American astronaut ~ RICHMOND—The 13th cargo resupply mission to the International Space Station successfully launched Saturday, February...
Governor Ralph Northam today announced a comprehensive approach to address the loss of habitat for colonial nesting birds on the South Island of the Hampton Roads...