Virtual learning a mixed bag for special education students, teachers
By Hunter Britt and India Jones Capital News Service RICHMOND, Va. — Sebastian and Gabriel Saxon wake up at the same time every day and log into online classes. Sebastian…
‘Pandemic’ dominates search terms and becomes Word of the Year
By Anya Sczerzenie Capital News Service RICHMOND, Va. — After the World Health Organization declared COVID-19 a pandemic in March, searches for the term skyrocketed. Eight months and over 62…
Northam gives COVID-19 update, no new restrictions at this time
By Brandon Jarvis Governor Ralph Northam provided an update on COVID-19 conditions across the commonwealth on Tuesday afternoon. Here are the key points: Numbers are rising across the state with…
Delegate Jason Miyares joins the race for Virginia Attorney General
by Brandon Jarvis Delegate Jason Miyares (R-Va Beach) made it official this morning and announced that he is seeking the 2021 Republican nomination for Attorney General of Virginia. “We need…
Virginia Redistricting Committee Takes Shape; Public Can Apply
By Hunter Britt Capital News Service RICHMOND, Va. — More than half a dozen legislators have been named to a bipartisan redistricting commission which seeks to fairly draw congressional and…
Hopewell COVID-19 Update: 12/3/2020
12/03/2020 As there is finally a light at the end of the tunnel with several highly-effective vaccines becoming available soon, COVID-19 numbers continue to rise with the colder weather arriving…
Penn State and VCU Basketball preview
Penn State and VCU are set to meet for the first time on a basketball court tonight. A mid-week matchup is in store for the Penn State men’s basketball team…
Victim airlifted after shooting in Petersburg
by Brandon Jarvis A shooting in Petersburg on Tuesday night left a victim fighting for his life. Petersburg Police say that they are investigating the incident after a man was…
Virginia State University opts out of the 2020-2021 basketball season
University officials say that after thorough consideration and the continuous spike in Covid-19 cases across the Commonwealth of Virginia and the nation, the Virginia State University Department of Athletics has…
Norfolk’s Andria McClellan officially launches campaign for Lieutenant Governor
by Brandon Jarvis Norfolk, Virginia —Andria McClellan, a current Norfolk City Councilmember announced on Tuesday morning that she is officially entering the Democratic race to be the next Lieutenant Governor…