WEATHER ALERT
Gov. Youngkin unveils a new online one-stop information resource for Virginia Veterans
Read full article: Gov. Youngkin unveils a new online one-stop information resource for Virginia VeteransGov. Glenn Youngkin has announced the launch of the Virginia Veterans Network, a new online hub aiming to support military families and transitioning service members throughout the Commonwealth.
Constitutional amendment will be on every Virginia ballot this election
Read full article: Constitutional amendment will be on every Virginia ballot this electionFor the first time since 2020, Virginia ballots will ask voters to decide on a constitutional amendment change with a “yes” and “no” choice
King Charles tells summit the past can't be changed as leaders ask Britain to reckon with slavery
Read full article: King Charles tells summit the past can't be changed as leaders ask Britain to reckon with slaveryKing Charles III has told a summit of Commonwealth countries in Samoa that the past could not be changed as he indirectly acknowledged calls from some of Britain’s former colonies for a reckoning over its role in the trans-Atlantic slave trade.
Britain's leaders likely to face slavery reparations questions at a summit of former colonies
Read full article: Britain's leaders likely to face slavery reparations questions at a summit of former coloniesA confrontation for Britain over its role in the trans-Atlantic slave trade appears increasingly likely to feature at a summit of nations its empire once colonized, after Caribbean leaders said they would thrust the matter of financial reparations into the spotlight at the event in Samoa.
Charles gets a warm welcome on his first visit as king to Samoa. But uneasy questions await
Read full article: Charles gets a warm welcome on his first visit as king to Samoa. But uneasy questions awaitBritain's King Charles III and his wife Queen Camilla have arrived in Samoa ahead of a biennial summit of 56 leaders of Commonwealth countries.
What to know about fall fire risks
Read full article: What to know about fall fire risksAs we have settled into a dry pattern across the Commonwealth, with some portions of the viewing area in the moderate drought status, worsening drought conditions are at the forefront of many people’s minds, especially during fall fire season.
High Expectations, High Scores: Buena Vista’s Path to Progress
Read full article: High Expectations, High Scores: Buena Vista’s Path to ProgressBuena Vista Public Schools have significantly improved attendance and test scores by fostering strong relationships and community investment, climbing from 82nd to 38th in Virginia's school division rankings.
10 News tracks Helene’s powerful impact across the region with full team coverage
Read full article: 10 News tracks Helene’s powerful impact across the region with full team coverage10 News has been working for you all day long with team coverage of Helene as it sweeps across the Commonwealth, bringing destruction in its wake.
Governor Youngkin Declares State of Emergency in advance of Hurricane Helene
Read full article: Governor Youngkin Declares State of Emergency in advance of Hurricane HeleneGovernor Glenn Youngkin announced Wednesday that he would be declaring a state of Emergency for the Commonwealth in anticipation of impacts from Hurricane Helene.
Virginia Department of Education releases final cell phone free education guidance
Read full article: Virginia Department of Education releases final cell phone free education guidanceThe Virginia Department of Education has unveiled its final guidance on removing cell phones from classrooms across the Commonwealth.
Virginia Spirits Month shines a light on local distilleries and economic impact
Read full article: Virginia Spirits Month shines a light on local distilleries and economic impactIn the Commonwealth, September is celebrated as Virginia Spirits Month, a time to honor the state’s rich distilling heritage and highlight local distilleries.
The Virginia Department of Education set to release final guidance on cell phones in schools
Read full article: The Virginia Department of Education set to release final guidance on cell phones in schoolsThe Virginia Department of Education is releasing its final guidance on Monday to make schools in the Commonwealth cell phone-free.
Suspect charged in shooting death of Smyth County deputy dies
Read full article: Suspect charged in shooting death of Smyth County deputy diesThe suspect who was charged in connection with the shooting death of a Smyth County sheriff’s deputy has died, according to Commonwealth’s Attorney Phillip Blevins.
Virginia Department of Education set to issue guidance on cell phone-free education
Read full article: Virginia Department of Education set to issue guidance on cell phone-free educationThe Virginia Department of Education will release new guidance today that will establish cell phone-free environments in schools across the Commonwealth.
Visit Blue Ridge weighs in on record-breaking year for tourism
Read full article: Visit Blue Ridge weighs in on record-breaking year for tourismIt’s been a record-breaking year for tourism in the Commonwealth, according to the governor’s office. Visitor spending generated $33.3 billion in Virginia last year.
Governor Youngkin Declares State of Emergency ahead of Tropical Storm Debby
Read full article: Governor Youngkin Declares State of Emergency ahead of Tropical Storm DebbyGovernor Glenn Youngkin declared a state of emergency for the Commonwealth of Virginia based on National Weather Service and National Hurricane Center forecasts that indicate a tropical storm with significant rainfall and flooding across the entire Commonwealth.
Statewide Zoom call on cell phone-free education set for Monday morning
Read full article: Statewide Zoom call on cell phone-free education set for Monday morningThe Virginia Department of Education is giving people throughout the Commonwealth a chance to voice their concerns and provide input on cell phone-free education.
Thousands of athletes travel to Liberty University for annual Commonwealth Games
Read full article: Thousands of athletes travel to Liberty University for annual Commonwealth GamesFour to five thousand athletes and even more spectators are gathering in Lynchburg to have fun and test their skills in over a dozen sports.
Community meetings on cell phone policy scheduled across Virginia, including Roanoke County
Read full article: Community meetings on cell phone policy scheduled across Virginia, including Roanoke CountyThe Virginia Department of Education has announced that parents and community members will soon have a chance to express their ideas on implementing cell phone-free education in the Commonwealth, including in the County of Roanoke.
Historic sites in Roanoke and Danville have been added to Virginia Landmarks Register
Read full article: Historic sites in Roanoke and Danville have been added to Virginia Landmarks RegisterThe Virginia Department of Historic Resources announced Tuesday that it had added 12 new listings on the Virginia Landmarks Register.
Governor Youngkin orders all flags to be flown at half-staff for fallen police sergeant
Read full article: Governor Youngkin orders all flags to be flown at half-staff for fallen police sergeantGovernor Youngkin ordered all flags in the Commonwealth to be flown at half-staff in memory of Sergeant Floyd H. Miles, Jr. of the Charles City County Sherriff's Office who lost his life in the line of duty June 9.
WATCH: Gov. Youngkin among Republican governors to discuss American energy
Read full article: WATCH: Gov. Youngkin among Republican governors to discuss American energyGov. Glenn Youngkin and other Republican governors are slated to host a press conference at 4 p.m. on their plan to ‘unleash American energy.’
The Town of Bedford is offering a new incentive program for childcare facilities
Read full article: The Town of Bedford is offering a new incentive program for childcare facilitiesThe Town of Bedford is offering up to a $15,000 incentive for childcare businesses either starting up or currently operating.
Gov. Youngkin issues flag order in honor of Peace Officers’ Memorial Day
Read full article: Gov. Youngkin issues flag order in honor of Peace Officers’ Memorial DayGovernor Glenn Youngkin has ordered that U.S. and Virginia flags be flown at half-staff on all state and local buildings and grounds in the Commonwealth in honor of Peace Officers’ Memorial Day.
Senators Kaine, Warner secure nearly $100 million for affordable housing, homelessness
Read full article: Senators Kaine, Warner secure nearly $100 million for affordable housing, homelessnessNearly $100 million is headed to the Commonwealth to fund affordable housing, community development, and homelessness.
Attorney General’s Operation Ceasefire credited for decrease in violent crime across Virginia
Read full article: Attorney General’s Operation Ceasefire credited for decrease in violent crime across VirginiaAttorney General Jason Miyares said from 2022-23, the number of murders decreased by 17% across the commonwealth.
All Virginia drivers will be required to have car insurance by July 1
Read full article: All Virginia drivers will be required to have car insurance by July 1The Commonwealth will soon require drivers to have car insurance after being one of two states in the country that didn’t mandate it for several years.
Emergency housing for foster children in the Roanoke Valley deemed a success
Read full article: Emergency housing for foster children in the Roanoke Valley deemed a successHopeTree's Titmus Cottage has helped over a dozen foster children avoid sleeping in offices at the Department of Social Services.
Gov. Youngkin issues flag order in honor of fallen VDOF firefighter
Read full article: Gov. Youngkin issues flag order in honor of fallen VDOF firefighterGovernor Glenn Youngkin has ordered that U.S. and Virginia flags be flown at half-staff on all state and local buildings and grounds in the Commonwealth in memory of Virginia Department of Forestry part-time firefighter James C. Ward.
Virginia Cavaliers, JMU, and Longwood all representing the Commonwealth in Men's NCAA Tournament
Read full article: Virginia Cavaliers, JMU, and Longwood all representing the Commonwealth in Men's NCAA TournamentVirginia Cavaliers, JMU, and Longwood all representing the Commonwealth in NCAA Tournament
Franklin Co. School Board votes to close Burnt Chimney and Henry Elementary Schools
Read full article: Franklin Co. School Board votes to close Burnt Chimney and Henry Elementary SchoolsThe Franklin County School Board is moving forward with the closure of two elementary schools in an effort to address a financial shortfall within the district totaling millions of dollars.
Insurance fraud is down in the Commonwealth
Read full article: Insurance fraud is down in the CommonwealthMore than $1 million of fake insurance claims were collected in Virginia last year, according to Virginia State Police’s Insurance Fraud Program 2023 Annual Report. While this seems like a lot, police said this is an 80% decrease from 2022.
Donald Trump Jr., other political figures to speak at Washington & Lee Mock Convention
Read full article: Donald Trump Jr., other political figures to speak at Washington & Lee Mock ConventionAs the presidential political race heats up, some names you might recognize are slated to visit the Commonwealth. Donald Trump Jr. and political commentator Candace Owens are among the big names planning to be at Washington & Lee University’s Mock Convention.
Alleged animal abuse revealed during Natural Bridge Zoo hearing
Read full article: Alleged animal abuse revealed during Natural Bridge Zoo hearingThe Attorney General’s office rested its case in Natural Bridge Zoo’s animal seizure hearing on Tuesday, but the defense will have a chance to call witnesses on Wednesday.
‘We need help’: Att. Gen. calls on businesses to help fight human trafficking
Read full article: ‘We need help’: Att. Gen. calls on businesses to help fight human traffickingVirginia Attorney General Jason Miyares believes local businesses can be part of the solution to addressing human trafficking in the Commonwealth.
Power restored for residents in Southwest, Central Virginia - Dec. 11, 2023
Read full article: Power restored for residents in Southwest, Central Virginia - Dec. 11, 2023Power has been restored for the majority of residents across Southwest and Central Virginia after wintry weather moved through the region.
At COP28, John Kerry unveils nuclear fusion strategy as a source of clean energy
Read full article: At COP28, John Kerry unveils nuclear fusion strategy as a source of clean energyThe United States will work with other governments to speed up efforts to make nuclear fusion a new source of carbon-free energy, U.S. Climate Envoy John Kerry said Tuesday, while in Dubai for U.N. climate talks.
Virginia Department of Environmental Quality issues health alert due to wildfire smoke
Read full article: Virginia Department of Environmental Quality issues health alert due to wildfire smokeWildfires continue to blaze across the Commonwealth, with the Matts Creek wildfire in Bedford County spanning about 3,600 acres as of Thursday night.
Gov. Youngkin’s new executive order requires parents to be notified about overdoses in schools
Read full article: Gov. Youngkin’s new executive order requires parents to be notified about overdoses in schoolsGov. Glenn Youngkin has issued a new executive order with the aim of keeping parents informed about overdoses in school divisions throughout the Commonwealth.
Here’s how you can apply for fuel assistance through the Department of Social Services
Read full article: Here’s how you can apply for fuel assistance through the Department of Social ServicesIf you need assistance with paying your winter heating bills, there is now an opportunity for you to get that help.
Here’s how you can check your tax rebate eligibility
Read full article: Here’s how you can check your tax rebate eligibilityTax rebates are on the way after an extra billion dollars was added to the Virginia budget, and now, those within the Commonwealth can check whether some extra money will be hitting their bank account soon.
2023 Virginia general election: See what will be on your ballot this November
Read full article: 2023 Virginia general election: See what will be on your ballot this NovemberWith in-person voting now underway across Virginia, we wanted to show you what your ballot will look like before you go to the polls to vote.
Virginia secures more than $2.9 million in small business, community revitalization grants
Read full article: Virginia secures more than $2.9 million in small business, community revitalization grantsMillions of dollars are headed to the Commonwealth to help revitalize local communities and ensure the success of small businesses.
Virginia lawmakers say they have deal on ‘major components’ of budget, including rebates, tax cuts
Read full article: Virginia lawmakers say they have deal on ‘major components’ of budget, including rebates, tax cutsThe Virginia legislators who have been leading negotiations over the months-delayed state budget say they have reached agreement on the “major components” of a compromise.
Aug. 15 is the last day to apply for cooling assistance through the VEA Program
Read full article: Aug. 15 is the last day to apply for cooling assistance through the VEA ProgramAs the summer heats up, the Virginia Department of Social Services is offering those in the Commonwealth a way to cool down.
Virginia sees highest number of syphilis cases in more than three decades
Read full article: Virginia sees highest number of syphilis cases in more than three decadesThe Commonwealth is seeing the highest number of syphilis cases reported in more than three decades, according to the Virginia Dept. of Health.
Carilion pediatrician warns of poor air quality, says negative health effects can ‘linger’
Read full article: Carilion pediatrician warns of poor air quality, says negative health effects can ‘linger’The chair of pediatrics at Carilion Children's is warning that the poor air quality and its health effects can "linger."