The proposal, put forward by Sheriff Mike Chapman, aimed to assign each SRO to cover three to four elementary schools. Currently, SROs are stationed...
The Loudoun County Board of Supervisors, consisting of Chair Phyllis Randall, Vice Chair Mike Turner, and supervisors representing the Algonkian, Ashburn, Blue Ridge, Broad...
The push comes amid ongoing discussions in legislative committees where delegates have highlighted how the cumulative length of early voting for primaries, generals, and...
Sheriff Chapman has proposed a phased expansion of SROs into all elementary schools starting with the FY27 budget. This initiative comes after incidents such...
Parents and residents have expressed outrage, pointing to multiple incidents this school year where elementary schools were forced into lockdown. The sheriff's office highlighted...
RICHMOND, VA – A forward-thinking bill aimed at spurring innovation in Virginia's health care sector by temporarily easing regulatory barriers has been left to...
RICHMOND, VA - In a strong show of support for preserving Virginia's cherished landscapes and honoring the state's federally recognized tribes, the House of...
A significant legislative effort to protect Virginia's children from what proponents view as harmful interventions took a setback this week when House Bill 158 was left in the Courts of Justice Committee.
RICHMOND — The Virginia General Assembly has delivered a resounding victory for religious freedom by passing House Bill 131, a measure that compels public...
A significant legislative effort to protect Virginia's children from what proponents view as harmful interventions took a setback this week when House Bill 158 was left in the Courts of Justice Committee.
Prefiled on January 2, 2026, and offered on January 14, the legislation aims to extend critical workers' compensation presumptions for certain cancers to sheriffs and their deputy sheriffs, recognizing the occupational hazards these public servants face daily.
As the 2026 Virginia General Assembly session progresses, House Bill 428 stands as a beacon of promise for students with disabilities navigating the challenges of high school graduation. The legislation seeks to establish an alternative pathway to the standard diploma, addressing a critical gap in the current system that often leaves capable students shortchanged due to rigid assessment requirements.
In a procedural move that keeps momentum alive for rural Virginians embracing self-sufficient lifestyles, House Bill 314 has been continued to the 2027 legislative session by the House General Laws Committee.
Julie Perry, who teaches high school history in Fairfax County Public Schools, told IW Features she spends thousands each year on school supplies, classroom necessities, and decorations for her students.
The decline in fuel costs comes on the heels of policy shifts emphasizing domestic energy production. Crude oil prices have fallen to around $28 per barrel, contributing to cheaper gasoline at the pump.
A Tazewell Circuit Court judge ruled on both unconstitutional grounds and statutory grounds that the General Assembly Democrats' attempt to amend the state Constitution to allow a redistricting Congressional district this year was invalid.
Now, newly inaugurated Democratic Governor Abigail Spanberger has signaled her intent to drag Virginia back into RGGI, potentially costing ratepayers $500 million annually—or about $1,100 per household.
Lower power bills: Stop expensive energy mandates when grid reliability or prices are threatened. This will protect families from having to choose between heating and food.
Cory Mills, a Republican from Florida, introduced a bill that would reduce the pay of congressional to $1 on the first day of any government shutdown. This is part of a spate of bills intended to prevent a prolonged funding lapse.
Governor Glenn Youngkin announced the Virginia Lottery ended the 2025 fiscal year (FY25) with its second-highest profit total in the Lottery’s 37-year history. Profits generated by Virginia Lottery games for the year totaled more than $901 million. Under Virginia law, all Lottery profits go to support K-12 public education in the Commonwealth.
Virginia businesses and families could save up to $1.4 billion per year if the 2026 Virginia General Assembly decides to align state tax laws with the new federal tax rules. This is a new estimate by the Tax Foundation. They looked at the effect of full compliance in all 50 States.
Since the mid-1980s, Fairfax County Board of Supervisors have increased real estate taxes at a rate three times higher than the household income. This trend will continue this year.
Since the mid-1980s, Fairfax County Board of Supervisors have increased real estate taxes at a rate three times higher than the household income. This trend will continue this year.
Kyle McDaniel is the head of the Fairfax County School Board budget committee. He was charged with embezzlement two months ago by a company with which he had been affiliated.
One top official claims that even if a funding plan is implemented, it will not solve the county's financial problems. There is a gap of $292.7 millions between the expected revenues and expenditures, which must be closed in the next year.