The Virginia Senate passed a bill that would publicize parole board votes
By Brandon Jarvis The parole board in Virginia has been facing increased scrutiny in recent months as officials have pushed for the early release of eligible offenders during the COVID-19…
New Ads from Congresswoman Abigail Spanberger and Dr. Cameron Webb.
Dr. Cameron Webb, Democratic nominee for Virginia’s 5th Congressional District, released a commercial on Wednesday morning that highlights his supporters in law enforcement and his platform on issues of policing.…
Chesterfield Registrar’s Office Encourages Voters to Cast Their Vote in One of Three Ways
CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA — The Chesterfield County Registrar’s Office wants to assure all voters that we are taking every precaution to provide a safe voting environment. “With the COVID-19 pandemic…
Virginia House of Delegates Passes Qualified Immunity Bill
By Brandon Jarvis The House of Delegates passed a Qualified Immunity bill on Tuesday after the bill was previously voted down. The bill’s sponsor Delegate Jeff Bourne (D) has stuck…
Hopewell Shooting Leaves Man Critically Injured
Update: Police in Hopewell are investigating after a man was critically injured from a shooting at an apartment complex. Police say the victim was shot multiple times at the Piper…
Some Colleges Add Free Vending Machines with Masks, Sanitizer
By Brandon Shillingford Capital News Service RICHMOND, Va. — Students returning to campus this fall will find vending machines stocked full of snacks, sodas, and now personal protective equipment too.…
House Courts Committee advances automatic expungement bill in General Assembly
By Brandon Jarvis The Courts Committee in the House of Delegates took up HB 5146, a bill that would implement a system of automatic expungement from an individual’s record for…
Governor Northam Extends Drivers License 60 Days Past Expiration Date
As Virginia is still battling the COVID-19 health pandemic, DMV continues to open more locations across the commonwealth to help customers stay on the road. Linda Ford, the Deputy Commissioner…
Update: House of Delegates Committee Revives Qualified Immunity Bill
By Brandon Jarvis On Tuesday morning, Democrats on the Appropriations Committee in the House of Delegates revived a qualified immunity bill that was voted down the day before. The bill,…
House Committee kills bill that would open up police officers to lawsuits
UPDATE: The House Appropriations Committee revived the bill on Tuesday morning, passing it and advancing it to the full House floor. Read about it here. By Brandon Jarvis The Appropriations…