Dougherty announces another run against Coyner
by Brandon Jarvis Lindsey Dougherty announced that she is running for the Democratic nomination in HD-75 to run against Republican Del. Carrie Coyner. This sets up a potential rematch of…
Va. lawmakers approve $5.8 million relief for wrongfully convicted man
By Stacy Watkins, VCU Capital News Service RICHMOND, Va. – Virginia lawmakers unanimously approved bills to financially compensate three men wrongfully convicted of crimes, some who spent decades in prison.…
Lawmakers approve expanded mental health training for Virginia schools
By Marlin Adams, VCU Capital News Service RICHMOND, Va. — State lawmakers want to help teachers and students have better access to mental health resources, to meet a growing need…
Amanda Chase announces run for governor
by Brandon Jarvis Former state Sen. Amanda Chase announced Wednesday night that she is seeking the Republican nomination to run for governor. She said that if her supporters can collect…
Both sides apply pressure to Youngkin on Prescription Drug Affordability Bill
by Brandon Jarvis Efforts are underway on both sides of the Prescription Drug Affordability Board debate to put pressure on Gov. Glenn Youngkin to either sign or veto the legislation…
LaRock files paperwork to run for governor
by Brandon Jarvis Former Del. Dave LaRock officially filed paperwork with the Virginia Department of Elections to run for governor — setting up a potential primary between him and Lt.…
Who is running in the three most competitive House districts
by Brandon Jarvis All 100 seats in the House of Delegates are up for reelection this year, and Kamala Harris won or tied several seats that are currently held by…
New poll shows big lead for Spanberger
by Brandon Jarvis A new poll from Roanoke College shows Democratic gubernatorial candidate Abigail Spanberger with a significant lead over her likely Republican opponent, Lieutenant Governor Winsome Sears. The Institute…
Democrats and Republicans kick off the 2025 campaign season with attack ads
by Brandon Jarvis The Virginia House Democrats launched attack ads against 12 vulnerable Republicans ahead of elections in November. This comes days after Republicans launched their own attack ads against…
Speaker Scott says information gathering is important ahead of special session to address federal spending cuts
by Brandon Jarvis Speaker of the House Don Scott talked Monday about Gov. Glenn Youngkin’s response to federal spending cuts and how it will impact Virginia. He also gave an…