state government
- Spanberger's parole board freed 7 more in September: two killers, three sex offenders
In one meeting on Sept. 10, the parole board appointed by Democratic Gov. Abigail Spanberger approved seven releases, including a Norfolk man convicted in 2023 of raping a child.
- Virginia Strengthens Rule of Law with New Judgeships to Clear Court Backlogs
Conservative leaders welcome authorization of additional judgeships across Virginia districts and circuits to deliver timely justice and uphold public safety.
- By the numbers: parole under Youngkin, under Spanberger, and in September
Published analyses show the parole grant rate rising from about 2% under Youngkin to double digits under Spanberger.
- 'Please deny his request': Spanberger's board heard a murdered mother's family, then voted 4-0
Christine Allen's family begged the parole board to keep Troy Demar behind bars for the full 40 years.
- Parole violators, prison convictions and 39-count records: September's grants had repeat offenders
Four of the seven people Spanberger's parole board released in September had parole violations or new convictions on their records, according to the board's own report.
- 'Three years is enough': Spanberger's board paroles man convicted in 2023 of raping a child
Clarence Eugene Billups, 71, was already on parole for two rapes when he was convicted of raping a child under 13, the Examiner reported.
- Rural Virginians Stand to Lose Vital Voice on Medical Board
Proposed legislation strips guaranteed congressional district seats from the Board of Medicine and hands the governor unchecked appointment power that threatens care in communities far from Northern Virginia.
- Virginia House Bill 406 Strengthens Support for Law Enforcement Families
Conservative lawmakers advance House Bill 406 to provide temporary workers' compensation for spouses caring for injured officers, upholding family values and public safety priorities in the Commonwealth.