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Virginia Politics: What's Brewing in the State Legislature?

January 13, 2026

Virginia's political scene is heating up as the General Assembly gears up for a busy session. Starting this Wednesday, lawmakers will convene in Richmond for 60 days of debate and decision-making. This isn't just any session; it's the first time since 2020 that Democrats hold the reins in both the l

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Virginia's Mental Health Response: Slow but Steady Progress

November 13, 2025

Virginia is making progress in improving its mental health crisis response, but it's not happening as fast as planned. The state introduced the Marcus Alert system in 2020 to send trained mental health professionals instead of police to handle behavioral health emergencies. This change came after th

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Virginia Politics: October's Unexpected Twists and Turns

October 31, 2025

Virginia's political scene has always been a hotbed of activity, but October 2023 was particularly eventful. This month brought a series of surprises that left many scratching their heads and reaching for their popcorn. From unexpected policy shifts to surprising alliances, it was a month that kept

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Virginia's Fight to Keep Moms Safe: Who's Stepping Up?

October 28, 2025

Virginia is in a tough spot. A group that looks into why moms are dying during or after pregnancy might stop working soon. This team, called the Maternal Mortality Review Team, is doing important work. But their money from the federal government might run out next August. This isn't just about Virg

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Virginia Democrats Eye Map Changes for Congressional Seats

October 23, 2025

Virginia Democrats are taking steps to redraw congressional district lines, aiming to gain a couple more seats in the House of Representatives. This move comes as Republicans in several states have already redrawn maps to their advantage. Democrats currently hold six of Virginia's 11 congressional s

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Virginia's New Rules for Transgender Athletes and Facilities

October 3, 2025

In a move that has sparked debate, Virginia's Governor Glenn Youngkin has backed a plan to limit where transgender individuals can go and compete. The state's Board of Health recently started working on new rules that would stop transgender women and girls from joining female sports teams. This deci

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Virginia Takes a Stand on Transgender Athletes in School Sports

October 3, 2025

In Virginia, a new law is making waves. It's about who can play on which sports teams in schools. The law says that only students who were born as girls can play on girls' sports teams. This is a big deal because it affects transgender girls who want to play sports. The law is still being worked ou

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Virginia's Governor: Making Waves and Facing Challenges

January 3, 2025

Gov. Glenn Youngkin of Virginia has a tough job. He can't serve two terms in a row and can't write the state's budget. Plus, what happens in Washington, D. C. , can affect Virginia. Youngkin's party, the Republicans, tried to take over the state legislature but fell short. They gained seats but stil