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- Parole violator with 1990 rape conviction freed again; board couldn't reach victims
Spanberger's parole board voted to release John Michael Moran Jr., whose record includes rape and robbery.
- Repeat offender with 1970s robberies and a 1986 rape gets parole though victim would be 'fearful'
Spanberger's parole board voted to release Dennis Rodney Harold, convicted of abduction, rape and sodomy, with earlier robbery and abduction convictions.
- 39 convictions, mostly burglaries, and a phone behind bars: Virginia Beach man gets geriatric release
Spanberger's parole board voted to release Michael McCoy Duncan, whose record includes dozens of burglary and larceny counts.
- Armed robber who also picked up a drug charge behind bars gets parole under Democrats' juvenile rules
Spanberger's parole board voted to release David Syrus Butchee, whose record includes armed robbery of a Franklin post office.
- Spanberger-signed juvenile parole law frees man who helped strangle Fairfax County man in 2000
Spanberger's parole board voted to release Stephen Michael Lineham, convicted of first-degree murder committed at 15.
- Over victim family's objections, parole board frees Richmond killer with drug and gun record
Spanberger's parole board voted to release Isaac Terrell Taylor, convicted of second-degree murder and armed robbery.
- Returned to prison once for violating parole, Hopewell sex offender is paroled again
Spanberger's parole board voted to release Waverly Otis Robinson, whose record includes four counts of forcible sodomy.
- Killer who shot man over a foul call gets parole as victim's family objects
Spanberger's parole board voted to release Victor Fields, convicted of first-degree murder.
- Parole board frees man who killed his father and was convicted of a second murder
Spanberger's parole board voted to release Reginald Shell, convicted of two first-degree murder convictions.
- Two members said no, but Spanberger's board paroles Albemarle man who abused a 13-year-old in 3-2 vote
Spanberger's parole board voted to release Oscar Robert Lemen, convicted of forcible sodomy and object sexual penetration of a 13-year-old.
- Second-offense drug dealer from Mecklenburg walks after 10 years of a long sentence
Spanberger's parole board voted to release William Kennedy Robinson, convicted of drug distribution.
- Board lists 'no history of violence' for Virginia Beach man with more than a dozen sex-crime convictions
Spanberger's parole board voted to release Randy Edward Logsdon Jr., convicted of multiple counts of aggravated sexual battery and forcible sodomy.
- Repeat cocaine dealer serving time on a parole violation is paroled again, to a federal detainer
Spanberger's parole board voted to release Derrick Lee Wright, convicted of repeat cocaine distribution.
- Pittsylvania rapist paroled as board counts victim's silence as 'no opposition'
Spanberger's parole board voted to release Edward Charles White, convicted of rape and forcible sodomy.
- Republicans Urged to Step Up for 2027 Virginia Elections
The Prince William County Republican Committee has issued a call to action for Republicans interested in public service ahead of the 2027 election cycle.
- Life sentence for 1982 Norfolk rape ends in parole under Spanberger's board
Spanberger's parole board voted to release David Brown Jr., convicted of rape, sodomy and burglary.
- Norfolk sex offender with earlier N.C. conviction on record gets geriatric parole
Spanberger's parole board voted to release Selwyn Shawn Herring, convicted of object sexual penetration, burglary and robbery.
- Parole board lists "no history of violence" for Newport News man convicted of rape and sodomy
Spanberger's parole board voted to release Rodney Jerome Jones, convicted of rape and forcible sodomy.
- Ted Quinn Backs Former Democrat Mugler with $2,500 Donation
Ted Quinn of Hampton recently donated $2,500 to the campaign of Martha Mugler for Hampton City Council.
- 'Technical violation'? Spanberger's board paroles Norfolk man convicted in 2023 of raping a child
Spanberger's parole board voted to release Clarence Eugene Billups, whose record includes rape, including the 2023 rape of a child under 13.
- Spanberger's parole board freed 14 in August: four killers, eight sex offenders, two drug dealers
The parole board Gov. Abigail Spanberger appointed granted 14 of 44 cases in August, including five men serving life.
- Virginia Democrats Direct Funds to LGBT Caucus
The Democratic Party of Virginia made a $2,500 donation to the LGBT Caucus of the Democratic Party of Virginia.
- Life-sentenced Richmond killer with 2023 drug and theft convictions gets parole from Spanberger's board
Spanberger's parole board voted to release Calvin Darnell Johnson, whose record includes first-degree murder.
- 'She never got to see 40': Spanberger's board paroles Fairfax killer as victim's family pleads
Spanberger's parole board voted to release Troy Demar, whose record includes second-degree murder.
- Virginia Utility Executive Jackson Reasor Funds Democratic Senate Bid Through ActBlue
Jackson Reasor of Glen Allen, Virginia, employed by Old Dominion Electric Cooperative, contributed $2,500 to ActBlue Virginia on August 23, 2026, earmarked for a Virginia candidate.
- Tram Nguyen Fuels ActBlue Efforts with $2,500 Contribution
Tram Nguyen, co-executive director of Virginia New Majority, contributed $2,500 to ActBlue Virginia on August 26, 2026.
- Telecom Executive Matthew Desch Funds Democratic PAC in Virginia
Matthew Desch, chief executive of Iridium Communications, contributed $5,000 to ActBlue Virginia on August 20, 2026.
- Virginia Donor Adalyn Brugger Fuels Democratic Efforts with Latest Contribution
Adalyn Brugger of Mechanicsville made a $2500 donation on August 9 2026 to ActBlue Virginia designated for a Virginia candidate.
- Board chair cited 'lack of demonstrated remorse,' but Arlington rapist serving life is paroled anyway
Spanberger's parole board voted to release Reginald James Holland, convicted of rape, forcible sodomy, robbery and abduction.
- Ashish Patel From Pennsylvania Channels Funds to Virginia Democrats Through ActBlue
Ashish Patel of Carlisle, Pennsylvania, directed a $5,000 donation to ActBlue Virginia on August 3, 2026.
- Labor Union Trust Sends $30,000 to Virginia PAC for Political Activities
Laborers Dist. Council Trust 2, based in Columbia, Maryland, transferred $30,000 in cash to the Baltimore Washington Construction & Public Employees Laborers PAC on September 10, 2026.
- Virginia NOW Inc Directs Funds to PAC Backing Progressive State Candidates
Virginia NOW Inc transferred $3,500 to the Virginia NOW PAC on September 11, 2023.
- Lowe's $5,000 Donation Bolsters Virginia Retail PAC Amid Mixed Political Giving
Lowe's Companies directed a $5,000 contribution to the Virginia Retail Federation Political Action Committee on September 8, 2026.
- Virginia Lawmakers Advance Bipartisan Push for Comprehensive Electric Utility Infrastructure Review
RICHMOND, Va. – As Virginia continues to lead the nation in data center development and faces mounting pressure on its electric grid, House Bill 114 has cleared significant hurdles in the General Assembly, positioning it for potential passage this session.
- Casino Donation Fuels Virginia Democrat PAC Backing Future Candidates
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- Cox Communications Backs Virginia Political Action Committee Funding Diverse Slate
Cox Communications Inc made a donation of five thousand dollars on June 10 2026 to the Hampton Roads Business Roundtable PAC.
- Virginia Senate Pushes Forward HB835 Shielding Candidates’ Addresses, Republicans Voice Strong Opposition on Transparency Grounds
RICHMOND, VA – As the 2026 Virginia General Assembly session progresses, House Bill 835, focused on address confidentiality for candidates and elected officials, has advanced through key stages in both chambers, drawing pointed opposition from Republican delegates who prioritize election transparency and voter verification rights.
- Senate Bill 350 Amendment Strengthens Election Integrity and Supports Hardworking Poll Workers
Senator Rome's amendment to Senate Bill 350 enables earlier processing of absentee ballots to deliver timely results while protecting the integrity of Virginia elections.
- Virginia House Advances HB171 to Enhance Student Protections Against Modern Digital Dangers
RICHMOND, Va. – In a decisive vote reflecting broad support for safeguarding young students in an increasingly digital world, the Virginia House of Delegates passed HB171 on January 27, 2026, by a margin of 75-24.
- Virginia HB21 Advances in Senate Committee Amid Concerns Over Firearm Industry Liability
RICHMOND, Va. — House Bill 21, sponsored by Delegate Dan Helmer, has cleared a key hurdle in the Virginia Senate, advancing from the Courts of Justice Committee on a 9-5 party-line vote.
- School Sales-Tax Option May Need Legislative Repair Before Bond Clocks Run Out
Delegates flag sunset and use-of-funds gaps as dozens of localities place 1% school construction taxes on the November ballot.
- Railroad Executive James Hixon Funds Democrat Council Bid
James Hixon of Virginia Beach contributed $2,500 on August 26, 2026, to the Mugler for Council committee supporting Martha Mugler in her Virginia local race.
- Realtors PAC Makes Donation to Chesapeake Council Member
The Realtors Political Action Committee of Virginia recently contributed $2,500 to the campaign committee of Chesapeake City Council member Jeff Jefferies.
- Conservation Group Backs Virginia Felon Voting Measure
The League of Conservation Voters donated $25,000 on September 7, 2026, to Virginians for the Right to Vote, the committee supporting a state constitutional amendment to enshrine voting rights and automatically restore them for individuals who have completed felony sentences.
- Spotsylvania Backed Statewide Data Center Moratorium Call Spanberger Rejected
Sen. Glen Sturtevant says local zoning cannot manage statewide power, water and transmission impacts.
- Fairlead Integrated Funds PAC Backing Virginia Democrats with Troubling Records
Fairlead Integrated LLC, a Portsmouth-based veteran-owned company specializing in maritime and defense solutions, recently contributed $10,000 to the Hampton Roads Business Roundtable PAC.
- Felony Voting Guidance Narrows Bars After Court Says State Lagged Egregiously
Only murder and manslaughter remain disqualifying for nonincarcerated Virginians days before early voting opens.
- School Sales Tax Campaigns Test Local Appetite After General Assembly Expansion
Advocacy groups are running town halls from Franklin to Prince Edward as 47 localities put 1% levies before voters.
- Senators From Both Parties Float Statewide Ban on Flock Style Surveillance
Martinsville's decision to walk away highlights a bipartisan Capitol push as localities ditch license-plate networks.
- Legislators Steer 32.8 Million Toward Richmond Water Reliability After Regional Failures
Budget patrons Betsy Carr and Michael Jones highlight General Assembly oversight of a plant that serves multiple localities.