Politics
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John Reid’s pitch for civility follows years as a ‘combative conservative’
The Republican nominee for lieutenant governor, John Reid, calls his opponent a radical and has sought to use her heritage against her.
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OPINION: Why Virginia families deserve paid leave
As of 2025, 13 states and the District of Columbia have passed or implemented varying paid leave laws. Our state of Virginia, on the other hand, has fallen behind, but it’s not for a lack of trying.
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Virginia Republicans don’t back effort to restore union rights for federal workers
Two vulnerable Republicans use pro-worker rhetoric, but have yet to support legislation aimed at empowering federal workers.
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Fairfax County mom fights for clean air as VA data centers expand
Julie Kimmel and other parents in Northern Virginia are fighting Big Tech’s data center expansion—for a cleaner future for their families.
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Virginia Dems fight to prevent healthcare losses, premium hikes
Letting Affordable Care Act (ACA) tax credits expire at the end of the year, as Republicans appear willing to do, could cost tens of thousands of Virginians their health care.
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‘Sick to my stomach’: Trump distorts facts on autism, tylenol, and vaccines, scientists say
On Monday, President Donald Trump stood beside Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for what he called a “historic” announcement on autism.
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New Google data center near Richmond sparks fears over higher bills, water, and climate
Google’s $9 billion expansion brings growth to Virginia—but a lack of regulations on Big Tech mean communities could pay the price.
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Government shutdown could hurt Virginia workers
A government shutdown would mean some civilian federal workers and members of the military in Virginia would work without pay and possibly lead to air travel disruptions.
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Fairfax County workers closing in on first union contract
Thousands of Virginia local government employees are on the cusp of finalizing their first union contract.
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Trump cuts expected to cost Virginia hundreds of millions in next state budget
Legislative staff warned that the impacts of Trump’s spending cuts will be felt for years to come over multiple budget cycles.
