Virginia is for … data centers? Residents are increasingly saying no

CHESAPEAKE, Va. — The two dozen or so nondescript gray, white and blue buildings lining Virginia State Route 625 could be large warehouses. But community activist Elena Schlossberg can identify them literally a mile away by their telltale rows of...

Virginia Lottery Powerball, Pick 3 Night results for July 16, 2025

Headlines from across the state: Virginia casinos report $78.5 million in June revenue; more …

Here are some of the top headlines from other news outlets around Virginia. Some content may be behind a metered paywall: Economy: Virginia casinos report $78.5 million in June revenue. — Virginia Business (paywall). Politics: Students, faculty...

Heavy downpours wind down in Northern Virginia, 2 drivers rescued from flash floods

WASHINGTON (7News) — The hot and humid weather pattern rolls on with a flood and severe storm threat as well as a new Heat Alert just issued for Thursday. A severe thunderstorm warning has just been issued in Virginia and we could see more...

Biker gang linked to shooting outside of Virginia hookah lounge

Virginia Beach probing 4th of July illegal fireworks displays

Virginia Beach Fire Marshals are asking for the public's help after illegal July 4th fireworks were displayed. VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — The Virginia Beach Fire Marshal’s Office is asking for the public’s help following multiple illegal fireworks...

Virginia governor's race candidates share stances on public safety, labor unions

What issues will drive you to vote when early voting gets underway in just a few weeks? I sat down with Democratic nominee Abigail Spanberger and Republican Winsome Earle-Sears to hear what they'd aim to deliver for Virginians if elected the...

College football: Virginia Union picked to repeat as CIAA champs

Published 11:45 pm Wednesday, July 16, 2025 CIAA Sports Information DURHAM — On Wednesday, the CIAA revealed the 2025 All-CIAA preseason football team, as voted on by the Sports Information Directors Association. The projected order of...

Greenville man arrested in connection with attempted kidnapping at Great Wolf Lodge in Virginia

WILLIAMSBURG, VA. (WITN) - A Greenville man is behind bars in Virginia on charges that he tried to abduct a girl from the Great Wolf Lodge in Williamsburg. Tuesday, deputies with the York-Poquoson Sheriff’s Office responded to the Great Wolf Lodge...

Bellville honors 8-year-old Virginia Hollis with heartfelt tribute after Hill Country floods

BELLVILLE, Texas – The small town of Bellville came together to honor the life of 8-year-old Virginia Hollis, who tragically died in the recent Hill Country floods. Walking behind the hearse, Virginia’s grandfather led her horse, Salt Valley,...

Virginia 5-year-old's scooter accident highlights importance of proper helmet safety

RICHMOND, Va. — A day of play turned serious when 5-year-old Nina suffered a traumatic brain injury despite wearing a helmet. Her mother is now advocating for proper helmet safety to protect other children. Nina is a bright light who loves being...

Where to Find the Best Antiques Shops in Middleburg, Virginia, According to Design Experts

Though its size and bucolic surroundings might be considered quaint by Washington, D.C., standards (it’s about an hour’s drive west from the capital city), Middleburg is a robust destination for shopping, dining, visiting wineries, and exploring...

Virginia, Google partner to launch AI training courses

SUMMARY: Virginia launched online platform to offer free and low-cost AI training, certifications Gov. Glenn Youngkin stressed AI’s growing role across all industries, highlighting the need for broad workforce readiness Virginia has experienced a...

ICE detains undocumented Virginia Tech student charged with assaulting police

BLACKSBURG, Va. (WSET) — A Virginia Tech student is being held by ICE after police said he assaulted officers in Blacksburg last week. Although he's undocumented, Cristian Romo-Bermejo has spent his life chasing the American dream. Carina...

Virginia Beach Urges Residents: Protect Our Pipes from Pesky Wipes

Virginia Beach Public Utilities advises residents to help protect pipes and prevent blockages by not flushing “flushable wipes.” Sanitary sewer pump clogged with “flushable” wipes. Virginia Beach’s sanitary sewer system carries wastewater away...

FBI executes search warrants in Philadelphia tied to Virginia shooting

FBI executes search warrants in Philly tied to Va. shooting PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- An investigation in Virginia led FBI agents to West Philadelphia on Wednesday. Detectives say an investigation on the 6100 block of Market Street was one of two...

Virginia Francis Canady, 91, of Rustburg

Our beloved Virginia Francis Canady was called home for eternal rest by her Heavenly Father on Thursday, July 10, 2025, in her home. Her life began on July 9, 1934, the daughter of the late George Robinson Sr. and Mamie Harvey Robinson, in...

Virginia Lue Wooden

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Virginia Lue Wooden, who peacefully left us on Sunday, July 13, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born on Jan. 7, 1939, in Cleveland, she was the cherished daughter of the late James and...

Spanberger outraises Earle-Sears 2-to-1 in Virginia governor’s race

VIRGINIA. (VIRGINIA MERCURY) - According to Virginia Mercury, former U.S. Rep. Abigail Spanberger is opening a financial and polling gap in the race for governor, outraising her Republican opponent Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears by nearly 2-to-1...

My South: Writer Taylor Jenkins Reid on Chincoteague Island, Virginia

Taylor Jenkins ReidIllustration by Colleen O'HaraI used to love reading the children’s book Misty of Chincoteague, which is about two kids who want a wild horse on Chincoteague Island in Virginia. I remember being amazed knowing there was a real...