Virginia
- 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.
- Spanberger Silently Undermines Protections for Female Athletes
Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger has quietly withdrawn proposed regulations that would have barred biological males from competing in girls' sports and accessing female-only facilities such as locker rooms and bathrooms.
- House Bill 366 Seeks to Prioritize Infrastructure Grants for Virginia’s Military Communities, Stalls in Appropriations Committee
RICHMOND — A bill introduced by Delegate Anne Tata to strengthen support for Virginia’s military installations through targeted infrastructure grants has been halted in committee during the 2026 Regular Session of the Virginia General Assembly.
- 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.
- Republicans Rally to Defend Second Amendment Against House Bill 27 in Virginia House
RICHMOND, VA – As the 2026 Virginia General Assembly session progresses, House Bill 27 has emerged as a focal point for Republican delegates determined to safeguard Second Amendment rights from what they describe as a dangerous overreach by litigation against the firearm industry.
- Democratic Committee Funds Young Progressives in Virginia Push
The Arlington County Democratic Committee transferred $5,000 to the Arlington Young Democrats on June 22, 2026, with the funds designated to support a Virginia candidate.
- Fairfax County in Virginia is the Third Most Prolific Sanctuary Jurisdiction According to a Study
- 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.
- Battlefield Automotive Funds PAC Backing Mixed Virginia Candidates
Battlefield Automotive recently contributed $10,000 to the Virginia Automobile and Truck Dealers Political Action Committee.
- 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.
- CCA Draft Cannabis Fees and Lotteries Demand Hard Public Scrutiny Before 2027
Retail caps, impact-license discounts and 18-month operational clocks will decide whether the market is fair — or captured.
- VEPGA’s 24.9% Rate Shock Hits Henrico With a $5 Million Bill — Where Is the Public Autopsy?
Employee conservation memos are not enough; localities owe taxpayers rate-class spreadsheets and load-growth explanations.
- Jones Puts DHS on Notice Over Alleged Misuse of Virginia Voter Lookup Tools
Accountability focus: written confirmation, access logs and whether federal screening violated Election Code privacy limits.
- Loudoun Data Center Pause Advances Despite Umstattd No Vote and Grid Fight
A 7-1-1 tally tees up an October final vote as Golden to Mars transmission battles continue in eastern Loudoun.
- Fairfax Flock Pause Leaves 84 Cameras Rolling While Privacy Advocates Cry Delay
Supervisors bought an Oct. 20 committee review after resident email blasts, without shutting the existing ALPR network.
- 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.
- Hashmi Hears Hampton Roads Pushback on Dominion NextEra Takeover Clock
At a Norfolk listening stop, residents and local delegates pressed affordability, disconnections and whether six months is enough for regulators.
- Alexandria and Fairfax Join Growing List of Dominion Merger Intervenors
Local governments and large energy buyers are formally participating in the State Corporation Commission case alongside the governor.
- 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.
- Henrico Speed Camera Plan Sparks Privacy Questions Alongside Safety Push
Police say LIDAR tickets will not feed Flock networks, while residents demand more than cameras on deadly corridors.
- State Corporation Commission Adds Extra Public Hearings on Dominion Merger
Commissioners will take in-person comments in Richmond and at two still-unannounced locations outside the capital this fall.
- 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.
- Cumberland Residents Challenge Dominion Over Massive Gas Plant Proposal
Opponents frame a three gigawatt project as a human-cost question as the utility cites soaring power demand through 2045.
- 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.
- AARP Cancels Warner Mizusawa Senate Debate After Incumbent Cannot Commit
Republican Bert Mizusawa had accepted the Oct. 7 Richmond event; Mark Warner's campaign cited a busy Senate calendar.
- Armada Hoffler Donation Bolsters Political Action Committee with Bipartisan Reach in Virginia
Armada Hoffler LP, a Virginia Beach-based real estate developer, made a $5,000 donation to the Hampton Roads Business Roundtable PAC on August 24, 2026.
- Virginia Consumer Sentiment Falls Sharply in August Poll
A Roanoke College survey found the statewide index at 59.6 as inflation and a softer job market weighed on households.
- Federal Judge Blocks New Virginia Limits on Existing Local Immigration Enforcement Agreements
A Richmond federal court issued a preliminary injunction preserving Section 287(g) partnerships while litigation continues.
- House Republicans Call Revised Dominion Merger Pledges a Step Toward Affordability
Minority leaders praised extended residential credits and workforce commitments while other officials remained skeptical of the Florida-based combination.
- Dominion Energy Political Action Committee Funds Democratic Women's Caucus in Virginia
Dominion Energy Inc.
- Spanberger Declines to Call Special Session to Extend Dominion Merger Review Clock
The governor told Democratic legislators the existing special session can act if leaders choose, leaving the State Corporation Commission's January deadline intact for now.
- MTM Transit Contributes $15,000 to Democratic Political Action Committee in Virginia
MTM Transit made a donation of $15,000 to United for Virginia's Future PAC on September 8, 2026.
- Dominion Pitches New Downtown Richmond Office Tower to Support NextEra Merger
The companies say they would build on the vacant Cary Street block beside Dominion headquarters if regulators approve the deal.
- Clean Virginia Says Late Dominion Merger Concessions Show Incomplete Application
The Charlottesville-based group argues regulators must still test whether the change in control jeopardizes affordable, reliable service.
- TowneBank Contributes to Hampton Roads Business Roundtable Political Action Committee
TowneBank recently donated $10,000 to the Hampton Roads Business Roundtable PAC on August 10, 2026.
- Service Employees International Union Donates $5,000 to Virginia Candidate Backed by Union Machine
The Service Employees International Union delivered a $5,000 donation to the Friends of Maria Jose Padmore committee supporting a Virginia candidate.
- Virginia National Organization for Women Contributes to Political Action Committee Supporting Democratic Candidates
VA NOW, Inc.
- Virginia Attorney General Jay Jones Targets Greene County Sheriff Steven Smith for Upholding Immigration Law
Virginia Attorney General Jay Jones has launched an inquiry into Greene County Sheriff Steven Smith for the office’s participation in joint operations with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
- Jen Kiggans Highlights Strong Leadership on Public Safety
Congresswoman Jen Kiggans has underscored the importance of robust support for federal law enforcement agencies in addressing public safety challenges across the nation. She participated in discussions with FBI Director Kash Patel and local officials in Hampton Roads to explore strategies for enhancing security measures.
- It’s time to stop the government’s gag order on the church
A pastor in America can freely talk about heaven and hell, but if he applies Scripture to a political campaign, the IRS will investigate. This barrier was created by the Johnson Amendment.
- Virginia Businesswoman Vicki Freeman Contributes $2,500 to Newport News Councilman Campaign
Vicki Freeman contributed $2,500 to the campaign of John Eley, a candidate for Newport News City Council in Virginia. The donation occurred on April 24, 2026.
- Virginia Democrats Push Extreme Abortion Amendment Threatening Unborn Lives
Virginia Democrats have advanced two significant ballot amendments set for the November election that critics argue undermine traditional family values and the sanctity of life. The measures, passed through the state legislature in successive sessions, include a proposed constitutional change framed as protecting reproductive freedom.
- Citizen Confronts Phyllis Randall Over Records and Grief in Loudoun Meeting
The citizen emphasized the need for accountability from elected officials in Loudoun County. He referenced his own experiences with defamation and demands for access to public documents.
- Loudoun County Commissioner Banks Raises Concerns Over Potential FOIA Violations in Local Committees
The discussion highlighted the role of staff-led groups in local government operations. Banks wondered aloud if the current setup allows committees to handle public business without adhering to standard FOIA protocols.
- Yorktown Students Push Back Against Arlington School Barriers to Pickleball Club
The effort comes amid significant student enthusiasm for the sport, which has sparked organized leadership from within the school community. A dedicated student leader has taken charge of rallying support and presenting the case for formal recognition.
- Senator Mark Peake Exposes Speed Camera Trap Burdening Virginia Citizens
The Financial Burden on Drivers The extra fee creates a barrier that many residents find difficult to overcome when seeking to defend their cases. Senator Mark Peake pointed out that this requirement applies even when the ticket involves speed or red light cameras.
- Arlington Voters Demand Action on Gunston Montessori Renovation
The parent emphasized that 77 percent of voters had backed the project. This approval came with expectations for a full renovation including necessary facilities.
- Arlington Parent Questions Costly School Project Amid Overcrowding Risks
Fiscal Responsibility in Education Spending Wellner challenged the decision to allocate $142 million to a facility already facing capacity problems. She pointed out that spending this amount on a school that starts over capacity does not align with sound planning principles.
- Sixteen Thirty Fund Pumps $50,000 into Rural Virginia Democratic Efforts
The Sixteen Thirty Fund recently transferred $50,000 to Rural GroundGame on August 7, 2026, directing resources toward a candidate in Virginia. This group, Rural GroundGame, focuses on backing Democratic campaigns and committees in rural areas of the state through on-the-ground support and community outreach.