Virginia House passes bill to fund Monumental sports arena
The fight over a possible Monumental Move is heating up as an important vote was held today in the Virginia House of Delegates.Story continues
Advocates push back on Virginia law enforcement agencies’ claims that ‘cannabis is more addictive...
In a two-page letter to the General Assembly, several law enforcement agencies are pleading with delegates and senators to say no to retail marijuana.Story...
Families with loved ones under nursing home care concerned over complaint process in Maryland
ANNAPOLIS, Md. - Some families who rely on nursing homes to take care of loved ones, who can't get the same kind of care...
Virginia Senate approves bill to allow DACA recipients to become police officers
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Jemny Marquinez has wanted to be a police officer since the age of 12, when she saw officers from her...
Virginia Senate passes bill to protect women who come to state for abortion
It prevents the extradition of women who come to Virginia for an abortion from states where the procedure is illegal.Story continues
State approves first adult high school in Roanoke
ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - Virginia's first high school for adults has been approved by the Virginia Department of Education and it is coming to...
Virginia Law Enforcement Opposing Legalizing Cannabis Retail Market
Virginia's four major law enforcement associations are lining up against a piece of legislation that would legalize a cannabis retail market in the commonwealth....
Health Insurance for Illegal Immigrants: Virginia Advances Bill Extending Coverage
Virginia's Senate recently pushed forward a bill aimed at extending state-funded health insurance for illegal immigrants, stirring both support and opposition. The "Cover All...
Hundreds lose power as storm passes through the region
- ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) - As a storm system moves through the region, over 1,300 Appalachian Power (AEP) customers are in the dark on...
Virginia Burn Ban Starts Thursday February 15
Rockingham County Fire and Rescue is reminding residents that a recurring state law banning afternoon and evening burning for the next couple of months...
