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Regional Politics

Spanberger to veto collective bargaining bill passed by General Assembly

Spanberger to veto collective bargaining bill passed by General Assembly

  • MICHAEL MARTZ and ANNA BRYSON Richmond Times-Dispatch

Gov. Abigail Spanberger is vetoing legislation that would allow public employees to bargain collectively for wages and benefits, according to the bill's patron, Senate Majority Leader Scott Surovell, D-Fairfax.

Virginia students continue to struggle in reading but show signs of recovery

Virginia students continue to struggle in reading but show signs of recovery

  • ANNA BRYSON Richmond Times-Dispatch

A report by Harvard, Stanford and Dartmouth researchers highlighted five “districts on the rise" in Virginia: Richmond, Charlottesville, Danville, Roanoke County and Smyth County.

4 years after UVa shooting, Spanberger tightens gun restrictions on college campuses

4 years after UVa shooting, Spanberger tightens gun restrictions on college campuses

  • DAVID VELAZQUEZ The Daily Progress

Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger has signed a bill into law she says closes a loophole in the state code allowing guns on college campuses.

Pair of SCC filings could raise Dominion bills by 2%

Pair of SCC filings could raise Dominion bills by 2%

  • DAVE RESS Richmond Times-Dispatch

The increases come from Dominion's multi-year grid modernization project and from the cost of staying plugged into a 13-state regional electric grid that helps the utility meet growing power demand.

Gov. Spanberger signs Virginia's paid family leave bill into law

Gov. Spanberger signs Virginia's paid family leave bill into law

  • DAVE RESS Richmond Times-Dispatch

The legislation says Virginia employees are entitled to 80% of their wages for up to 12 weeks of time off to take care of their families or themselves.

Va. Democrats ask U.S. Supreme Court to block state court's ruling on redistricting

Va. Democrats ask U.S. Supreme Court to block state court's ruling on redistricting

  • DAVE RESS Richmond Times-Dispatch

The Virginia decision is a matter of national importance, the emergency application filed with the U.S. Supreme Court said.

Dominion plans $1.1 billion in grid upgrades

Dominion plans $1.1 billion in grid upgrades

  • DAVE RESS Richmond Times-Dispatch

Dominion Energy is planning to spend $1.1 billion on the next phase of a multi-year push to reduce the number of power outages and to update its grid for higher demand.

FBI searching Portsmouth office of state Sen. Louise Lucas

FBI searching Portsmouth office of state Sen. Louise Lucas

    The FBI is executing a search warrant in Portsmouth, where Hampton Roads television stations are showing FBI agents at a building housing offices of state Sen. Louise Lucas, D-Portsmouth.

    Transgender woman sues for sexual discrimination against Salem DEQ office

    Transgender woman sues for sexual discrimination against Salem DEQ office

      Brooke Anne Carter's lawsuit claims she was wrongfully fired because of her gender identity.

      Groups sue to block vote on reproductive rights amendment

      Groups sue to block vote on reproductive rights amendment

        The Family Foundation and two medical groups opposed to abortion are suing to keep Virginians from voting on the proposed reproductive freedom amendment to the state constitution.

        Special prosecutor withdraws from Martinsville mayor case, hearing delayed

        Special prosecutor withdraws from Martinsville mayor case, hearing delayed

          The special prosecutor handling efforts to remove Martinsville Mayor L.C. Jones has moved to withdraw from the case, citing a conflict of interest, adding a new layer of uncertainty to an already complex legal fight.

          Supreme Court of Va. leaves redistricting certification block in place ahead of final ruling

          Supreme Court of Va. leaves redistricting certification block in place ahead of final ruling

            Virginia Republicans are cautiously optimistic about a Tuesday ruling from the Supreme Court of Virginia that allows a lower court’s ruling blocking the certification of last week’s redistricting election to stand.

            Redistricting before Va. Supreme Court: Sides disagree over definition of an election

            Redistricting before Va. Supreme Court: Sides disagree over definition of an election

              Monday's arguments largely focused on two key issues: early voting and the scope of October's special session.

              Richmond judge dismisses Republican bid to block new maps

              Richmond judge dismisses Republican bid to block new maps

                On the eve of a closely watched Virginia Supreme Court hearing on redistricting, a Richmond judge dismissed a Republican bid to block Virginia from using new congressional maps.

                Local News

                Rocky Mount neighbors: Obituaries for May 14

                Rocky Mount neighbors: Obituaries for May 14

                Read through the obituaries published today in Franklin News Post.

                Drought forces Appalachian Power to release less water from Smith Mountain Project

                Drought forces Appalachian Power to release less water from Smith Mountain Project

                As a drought lowers the level of Smith Mountain Lake, less water is being released for the dam system. Officials on the lake are also seeing more boaters running aground.

                Rocky Mount neighbors: Obituaries for May 13

                Rocky Mount neighbors: Obituaries for May 13

                Read through the obituaries published today in Franklin News Post.

                A1 Minute May 12, 2026: Afton winery to be acquired by Charlottesville-based investor group

                A1 Minute May 12, 2026: Afton winery to be acquired by Charlottesville-based investor group

                Afton winery to be acquired by Charlottesville-based investor group

                State & Regional

                Spanberger to veto collective bargaining bill passed by General Assembly

                Spanberger to veto collective bargaining bill passed by General Assembly

                Gov. Abigail Spanberger is vetoing legislation that would allow public employees to bargain collectively for wages and benefits, according to the bill's patron, Senate Majority Leader Scott Surovell, D-Fairfax.

                Virginia to move SOL testing to end of school year, raise standards

                Virginia to move SOL testing to end of school year, raise standards

                Next year, Virginia schools will be required to administer SOL exams during the final two weeks of the school year. And they'll start getting harder.

                Virginia students continue to struggle in reading but show signs of recovery

                Virginia students continue to struggle in reading but show signs of recovery

                A report by Harvard, Stanford and Dartmouth researchers highlighted five “districts on the rise" in Virginia: Richmond, Charlottesville, Danville, Roanoke County and Smyth County.

                4 years after UVa shooting, Spanberger tightens gun restrictions on college campuses

                4 years after UVa shooting, Spanberger tightens gun restrictions on college campuses

                Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger has signed a bill into law she says closes a loophole in the state code allowing guns on college campuses.

                Nation & World

                US plans to indict Cuba's Raul Castro, Justice Department official says

                US plans to indict Cuba's Raul Castro, Justice Department official says

                The ⁠Trump administration calls the current communist-run government corrupt and incompetent and seeks to replace it, despite ongoing talks.

                Supreme Court lets abortion pill mail delivery continue

                Supreme Court lets abortion pill mail delivery continue

                For now, the court restored a 2023 federal rule — challenged by Republican-governed Louisiana — that made access to mifepristone easier.

                US cancer clinics scramble to get experimental Revolution Medicines pancreatic cancer drug

                US cancer clinics scramble to get experimental Revolution Medicines pancreatic cancer drug

                U.S. cancer centers are scrambling to enroll patients in a program for a promising pancreatic cancer drug while they await what they hope will be a speedy FDA approval.

                Xi tells Trump that mishandling of Taiwan could spark conflict

                Xi tells Trump that mishandling of Taiwan could spark conflict

                The comments represented a stark — if not unprecedented — warning during a pomp-filled occasion that otherwise appeared friendly and relaxed.

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                Foods to help boost your immune system

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                Run every day? Give those sneakers a break!

                Run every day? Give those sneakers a break!

                Get Healthy. Changing your regular running routine every now and then doesn’t just offer variety, it can be good for your body, mind and soul

                Get Healthy Eat Well: 7 shocking sources of hidden sugars

                Get Healthy Eat Well: 7 shocking sources of hidden sugars

                Get Healthy Take Care: Cold therapy in your shower

                Get Healthy Take Care: Cold therapy in your shower

                Shopping

                5 Best THC Gummies of 2025

                5 Best THC Gummies of 2025

                Affiliate content. Find the best options for THC gummies in 2025. 

                Data: Americans Spending Less Time, More Money on Shopping

                Data: Americans Spending Less Time, More Money on Shopping

                Buying things takes less time these days — you can have your week’s groceries, a new outfit and a used car headed to your front door in a matter of hours, thanks to technology. But this convenience comes with a price. New data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics reveals fewer people are shopping on...

                Some Big Stores Are Cutting Prices to Woo Back Grocery Shoppers

                Some Big Stores Are Cutting Prices to Woo Back Grocery Shoppers

                Now that grocery inflation seems to have eased, retailers are clamoring to offer more and better discounts that will get shoppers back to their stores this summer. With an announcement Wednesday, Walgreens joined a growing list of national brands, which also includes Target and Amazon Fresh, that are touting price cuts on an array of...

                Candy prices are up. Here’s why, and how to save on Halloween

                Candy prices are up. Here’s why, and how to save on Halloween

                Beyond overall inflation, which rose 3.7% year over year since September 2023, there are a few more reasons why candy is so expensive right now. 

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                Winter Risk Index: How Seasonal Weather Increases Senior Injury Rates

                Winter Risk Index: How Seasonal Weather Increases Senior Injury Rates

                Provided content. Each winter, slip-and-fall hospitalizations among Canadian seniors rise sharply. Explore the data behind seasonal injury risk, who is most vulnerable, and what older adults can do to stay safe.

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                Handling a Car Accident In and Outside of Franklin County

                Handling a Car Accident In and Outside of Franklin County

                Contributor content. After an accident, missing critical deadlines may have an impact on one’s health and ability to successfully file an insurance claim. 

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                Powerhouse partnership: Big Auto Injury Attorneys, The Popok Firm and ‘Legal AF’ podcast by MeidasTouch Network unite for justice

                Powerhouse partnership: Big Auto Injury Attorneys, The Popok Firm and ‘Legal AF’ podcast by MeidasTouch Network unite for justice

                Content by Big Auto Injury Attorneys. Learn more about MeidasTouch Network’s “Legal AF” podcast's new partnership with Big Auto Injury Attorneys and The Popok Law Firm.

                12 Best Keto Gummies

                12 Best Keto Gummies

                Affiliate content. Check out these 12 best keto gummies that offer a flavorful, low-carb way to support your keto journey.

                Crime

                Franklin County man sentenced in fatal Henry County crash

                Franklin County man sentenced in fatal Henry County crash

                A Franklin County man was sentenced to three active years in prison in connection with a 2024 crash that killed a Martinsville man and seriously injured two children.

                Products at 3 Rocky Mount vape shops seized for possibly illegal THC amounts

                Products at 3 Rocky Mount vape shops seized for possibly illegal THC amounts

                Rocky Mount police executed search warrants at three vape shops on Thursday for potentially selling products exceeding legal THC limits.

                Blacksburg elementary principal among 17 men arrested in prostitution case

                Blacksburg elementary principal among 17 men arrested in prostitution case

                Kipps Elementary Principal Mark Crummey was among 17 men arrested at a Christiansburg hotel last week. 

                Rocky Mount man charged with killing his brother

                Rocky Mount man charged with killing his brother

                Authorities found the body of Charles Arthur Smith Jr. on March 17, after he had been reported missing.

                Politics

                Spanberger to veto collective bargaining bill passed by General Assembly

                Spanberger to veto collective bargaining bill passed by General Assembly

                Gov. Abigail Spanberger is vetoing legislation that would allow public employees to bargain collectively for wages and benefits, according to the bill's patron, Senate Majority Leader Scott Surovell, D-Fairfax.

                Virginia students continue to struggle in reading but show signs of recovery

                Virginia students continue to struggle in reading but show signs of recovery

                A report by Harvard, Stanford and Dartmouth researchers highlighted five “districts on the rise" in Virginia: Richmond, Charlottesville, Danville, Roanoke County and Smyth County.

                4 years after UVa shooting, Spanberger tightens gun restrictions on college campuses

                4 years after UVa shooting, Spanberger tightens gun restrictions on college campuses

                Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger has signed a bill into law she says closes a loophole in the state code allowing guns on college campuses.

                Pair of SCC filings could raise Dominion bills by 2%

                Pair of SCC filings could raise Dominion bills by 2%

                The increases come from Dominion's multi-year grid modernization project and from the cost of staying plugged into a 13-state regional electric grid that helps the utility meet growing power demand.

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