Virginia News

Aggregated Virginia News Articles

• Virginia Democrat Abigail Spanberger declines CNN's invitation to debate Republican in gubernatorial race
  
  Former Rep. Abigail Spanberger, D-Va., declined CNN's debate invitation as part of Virginia's gubernatorial race, citing that she believes local outlets should host debates instead.
  Fox News.  Thu, 14 Aug 2025 22:04:25 -0400.
• In governor's race, Spanberger makes pitch to Virginia's Latino voters in new ad
  
  Democrat Abigail Spanberger is trying to win over Latino voters in her bid to be the next governor of Virginia.
  CBS News.  Thu, 14 Aug 2025 12:05:06 -0400.
• Passenger arrested after allegedly causing disturbance midair and forcing flight to divert
  
  A plane that took off from Virginia, heading to L.A., had to divert and land in Colorado on Wednesday because of a midair incident in the cabin. ...
  CBS News.  Thu, 14 Aug 2025 09:33:00 -0400.
• Youngkin orders investigation into claims staff at Virginia school arranged abortions without parental consent
  
  Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin has directed state police to probe claims that staff at a Fairfax County school arranged abortions for students without parental consent.
  Fox News.  Thu, 14 Aug 2025 01:27:05 -0400.
• Shooter opens fire on deputies in Virginia, leaving multiple injured
  
  Deputies with the Pittsylvania County Sheriff's had appeared at an address in Pittsville on Wednesday night when they were met with gunfire.
  Daily Mail.  Thu, 14 Aug 2025 03:20:08 GMT.
• Performers keep American music tradition alive at Virginia's Old Fiddler's Convention
  
  The Old Fiddler's Convention draws thousands of bluegrass and old-time music fans to Galax, Va., where mostly amateur performers compete over six days for prize money.
  Frank Langfitt.  NPR.  Wed, 13 Aug 2025 04:56:25 -0400.
• Police Heroically Thwart Toddler Abduction at Virginia Mall, Violent Suspect Behind Bars
  
  A 26-year-old with a history of violent behavior allegedly tried to abduct a toddler from a northern Virginia mall before her parents quickly stopped him. ...
  Michael Austin.  Western Journal.  Sun, 10 Aug 2025 13:30:16 +0000.
• Prince William data centers near Civil War battle site delayed amid mounting legal challenges
  
  It's been nearly three years since Prince William County, Virginia, supervisors voted to build data centers on private land next to Manassas National Battlefield Park, but litigation and political changes have stalled construction.
  Sean Salai.  Washington Times.  Thu, 07 Aug 2025 15:19:01 -0400.
• Merge Of Union Pacific & Norfolk Southern Signals Better Days For Rail
  
  A signal that the combined corporation is seen as capable of becoming something much greater than the headline number presently associated with the deal.
  By John Tamny, Contributor.  Forbes.  Thu, 07 Aug 2025 14:30:01 -0400.
• The US Wind Controversy In Maryland: Project Survival At Stake
  
  US Wind project faces legal challenges in Maryland as local opposition grows. Maryland faces delays, while Virginia's offshore project proceeds.
  By Anna Broughel, Contributor.  Forbes.  Thu, 07 Aug 2025 13:22:50 -0400.
• Norfolk police officer resigns after DUI arrest during off-duty incident
  
  A Norfolk police officer stepped down Monday after being arrested for driving under the influence while off duty.
  KETV - Omaha, Nebraska.  Mon, 04 Aug 2025 23:37:00 GMT.
• University of Virginia Appoints Interim President After Ouster
  
  The university is turning to a former law school dean to lead the school as it faces pressure from Republicans in both Virginia and Washington, D.C.
  Stephanie Saul.  New York Times.  Mon, 04 Aug 2025 18:12:03 +0000.
• Sean 'Diddy' Combs' ex, Gina Huynh, writes letter to judge pushing for his release
  
  Sean "Diddy" Combs' ex-girlfriend, Virginia Huynh, writes to the court supporting his bail release ahead of sentencing, sparking new developments in his criminal case.
  KETV - Omaha, Nebraska.  Mon, 04 Aug 2025 16:04:00 GMT.
• More Than $50,000 Raised For Virginia GOP Politician After Horrific Attack
  
  'Senseless act of violence'
  Melanie Wilcox.  Daily Caller.  Sun, 03 Aug 2025 17:48:36 +0000.

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