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Virginia Commonwealth Games to move to Richmond in 2026 after decade in Lynchburg

Virginia Commonwealth Games to move to Richmond in 2026 after decade in Lynchburg

LYNCHBURG, Va. – The Virginia Commonwealth Games will officially kick off next Friday at Liberty University, but major changes are on the horizon. After a decade-long partnership with Lynchburg and 36 years of competition in both Roanoke and...

Virginia falls from 1st to 4th in CNBC Top States for Business rankings

Virginia falls from 1st to 4th in CNBC Top States for Business rankings

CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA (CVILLE RIGHT NOW) – After Governor Glenn Youngkin received last year’s top-ranking with much fanfare, Virginia has fallen from the top spot to number-4 in the nation in CNBC’s “Top States for Business” rankings. The Governor...

Virginia drops to fourth place in 'best states for business' report

Virginia drops to fourth place in 'best states for business' report

For six years, Virginia was named the top spot in the nation to do business. But Thursday, the Commonwealth dropped to fourth, according to a report from CNBC. WASHINGTON — According to a new business report from CNBC, Virginia has dropped to...

Virginia advances improvement program for Interstate 81

Virginia advances improvement program for Interstate 81

Governor Glenn Youngkin announced significant progress in enhancing safety and reducing congestion along Interstate 81 in Virginia. The Commonwealth has made substantial investments to improve the reliability of this crucial corridor, which spans...

Virginia court blocks ‘conversion therapy’ ban in blow to transgender industry

Virginia court blocks ‘conversion therapy’ ban in blow to transgender industry

A Virginia court is blocking the state from banning “conversion therapy” for minors, instead allowing Christian therapists and counselors to discuss sexual orientation and gender identity with children who seek their help. In 2020, the Virginia...

Republican group dumps $2 million into Virginia attorney general race

Republican group dumps $2 million into Virginia attorney general race

EXCLUSIVE — The Republican Attorneys General Association is pouring $2 million into the Virginia Attorney General race between Republican incumbent Jason Miyares and Democrat Jay Jones.The RAGA says the investment is more than any GOP committee in...

Virginia lands $16.4M from new opioid settlement with drugmakers

Virginia lands $16.4M from new opioid settlement with drugmakers

In another major legal win in the fight against the opioid crisis, Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares announced Thursday that the commonwealth could receive up to $16.4 million as part of a sweeping $720 million multi-state settlement with...

Virginia law mandates new cardiac emergency plans in schools

Virginia law mandates new cardiac emergency plans in schools

Virginia schools must now have cardiac emergency plans due to a new law aimed at enhancing student safety. NEWPORT NEWS, Va. — A new Virginia law that took effect this week requires schools to have cardiac emergency response plans in place. This...

Virginia falls to No. 4 among CNBC’s top states for business

Virginia falls to No. 4 among CNBC’s top states for business

Summary Virginia, ranked first in CNBC‘s annual Top States for Business report in 2024, has dropped to fourth place CNBC weighted economy as primary factor this year Due to federal job cuts and funding slashes, Virginia’s economy ranking fell to...

8 things you never knew about Virginia’s wild ponies

8 things you never knew about Virginia’s wild ponies

Learn all about the wild ponies that call Virginia home, including where you can spot them, how they got here, and who owns them. As a Virginian, you probably know the Old Dominion State is home to a diverse array of wildlife, from black bears and...

Virginia police officer arrested, accused of stalking and computer trespassing

Virginia police officer arrested, accused of stalking and computer trespassing

WOODBRIDGE, Va. (7News) — An officer with the Prince William County Police Department has been arrested for allegedly using law enforcement databases to get personal information on a victim. According to the investigation that was launched in...

Virginia residents impacted by ongoing Dominion Energy power outage

Virginia residents impacted by ongoing Dominion Energy power outage

VIRGINIA - A number of Virginia residents have been impacted by ongoing Domion Energy power outages. According to the company, over 2,500 customers have been impacted across 45 counties and three states, with the main impact in Virginia. The...

New President & CEO Takes the Lead the the Virginia Symphony Orchestra

New President & CEO Takes the Lead the the Virginia Symphony Orchestra

(Virginia Symphony Orchestra) HAMPTON ROADS — The Virginia Symphony Orchestra has announced the appointment of Shannon Kelly as its new President & CEO. Kelly has been the VSO’s Vice President of Development since January 2023 and succeeds Andrea...

Defense in Virginia fetish sex murder case challenges catfish theory

Defense in Virginia fetish sex murder case challenges catfish theory

Defense attorneys for a Northern Virginia man accused in the murder of his wife and another man claim investigators have a secret folder of evidence that could dismantle what they call the catfish theory. Christine Banfield and Joseph Ryan were...

Virginia drops multiple places in CNBC’s Top States for Business

Virginia drops multiple places in CNBC’s Top States for Business

After a year in the top spot, Virginia has dropped to No. 4 in America’s Top States for Business list, though the state remains a business powerhouse. Virginia’s neighbor North Carolina claimed the top spot for 2025, CNBC revealed Thursday. Last...

Virginia invests $4 billion in improving Interstate 81

Virginia invests $4 billion in improving Interstate 81

Governor Glenn Youngkin has announced significant progress in enhancing Interstate 81, a crucial route for Virginia's economy. The Commonwealth is investing heavily to improve safety, reduce congestion, and boost reliability along the 325-mile...

Virginia drops to No. 4 in CNBC business rankings, but Youngkin disputes new methodology

Virginia drops to No. 4 in CNBC business rankings, but Youngkin disputes new methodology

Virginia husband accused in double homicide back in court

Virginia husband accused in double homicide back in court

Virginia drops in America's Top States for Business rankings. Federal job cuts are a big reason

Virginia drops in America's Top States for Business rankings. Federal job cuts are a big reason

U.S. President Donald Trump speaks to media ahead of boarding Marine One to depart to attend the NATO Summit in The Hague, Netherlands, from the South Lawn at the White House in Washington, D.C., U.S., June 24, 2025. Kevin Lamarque | Reuters Six...

Virginia Business Owner Highlights Challenges in Testimony to Congress

Virginia Business Owner Highlights Challenges in Testimony to Congress

In a world where employee well-being is increasingly tied to business success, a recent testimony before the U.S. House Committee on Ways & Means reflects the pressing need for small businesses to adopt innovative health initiatives. Joshua...

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