POLITICS
Virginia families face increased hunger risk from government shutdown
Published October 23, 2025
Over 850,000 Virginians risk losing access to SNAP federal food assistance because of the government shutdown.
A new car vs. health insurance? Average family job-based coverage hits $27K
Published October 22, 2025
With the federal shutdown entering its fourth week, spurred by a stalemate over the cost of health insurance for 22 million Americans on Affordable Care Act plans, a new report shows that over 154 million people with coverage through an employer also face steep price hikes — and that the situation is likely to get worse.
Virginia’s economy slowing amid Trump-fueled uncertainty
Published October 21, 2025
The Trump administration’s mass federal layoffs are hurting Virginia’s economic growth.
Analysis: Can John Reid survive a ‘Nazi Porn Scandal’ and become Virginia’s next lieutenant governor?
Published October 20, 2025
Reid, an openly gay Republican, has denied ownership of a Tumblr account that reportedly shared sexual fetish content.
Report: Virginia Republican to get big tax cut from bill he helped pass
Published October 16, 2025
US Rep. Rob Wittman disputes the report’s claim that he will “see direct personal benefits” from President Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill.”
Heart health meets community action: CPR kiosk opens in Richmond
Published October 14, 2025
The American Heart Association is making it easier than ever to learn CPR. Here’s what you need to know about Richmond’s new interactive training kiosk.
Earle-Sears, Spanberger trade barbs as Virginia shutdown woes worsen
Published October 10, 2025
The Virginia gubernatorial debate showcased a contrast between how Democrat Abigail Spanberger and Republican Winsome Earle-Sears approach different economic policy issues, including the government shutdown.
Abortion patients are fleeing the South—and heading to Virginia
Published October 10, 2025
As abortion bans sweep across the South, Virginia has become a critical destination for patients seeking care. According to new data, VA saw the largest increase in abortions last year—up by more than 5,500, with nearly 25% coming from out of state.
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Virginia lawmakers warn—contraception fight is far from over as Trump officials push to destroy $10M supply
Published October 10, 2025
When the Trump administration announced that it had destroyed nearly $10 million in contraceptives abroad, falsely labeling them “abortifacients,” Virginia Delegates Joshua Cole and Joshua Thomas said they weren’t surprised.
‘Pregnancy is significantly more dangerous than birth control’
Published October 9, 2025
Retired Midlothian family physician Dr. Susan Miller told a crowd at a contraception roundtable recently that she's seen firsthand how birth control changes lives—from reducing abortion and poverty to lowering cancer risks and treating conditions like ovarian cysts. She also made a point to note that "pregnancy is significantly more dangerous to women than birth control is."
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What this VA woman paid for birth control will shock you
Published October 9, 2025
At a roundtable in Midlothian, advocates, doctors, and community members warned that contraception rights could be Virginia’s next political battlefield.
For Janicka Fernandez, the issue is personal. She spent $486 for three months of birth control—a figure so high she actually understated it at the roundtable.
She also told the room that losing access would be like taking away lifesaving medication.
🖊️ : Jessica F. Simmons
Virginians call on Republicans to protect health care, end shutdown
Published October 9, 2025
Virginians voice their fears about what the loss of health care subsidies will mean for them and their families, and union leaders representing federal workers are angry their members are being treated like political pawns.