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Virginia Could Be Key to Abortion Access in the South. Its Laws Could Hinge on This Democratic Primary

May 15, 2023

As abortion access continues to dwindle in the South, its future in Virginia is set to loom large in this fall’s legislative elections. But this summer, before the parties duke it out for control of the statehouse, abortion rights advocates are eyeing a key primary that will pit Lashrecse Aird against the last anti-abortion-rights Democrat…

October fundraising shows enthusiasm for Democrats, Youngkin deploying out-of-state money

October 31, 2023

Money doesn’t win elections, but it definitely makes it easier for candidates to communicate with voters, canvas folks in their districts, and more. October’s campaign finance reports for Virginia’s General Assembly races dropped recently, and Democratic fundraising numbers show continued enthusiasm for the party’s candidates. These campaign finance reports covered the entire month of September…

Report: Virginia Republicans Plan Abortion Ban If They Win Statehouse In November

August 28, 2023

A source familiar with the governor’s plans says that passing a 15-week abortion ban will be his legislative priority if Republicans win majority control of the state House and Senate in this fall’s elections.

Biden vows to keep fighting for workers during stop at union auto plant

November 9, 2023

President Joe Biden said tentative contracts between the United Auto Workers union and the Detroit Three are “changing the face of the country” by promising better wages and benefits, and creating thousands of new jobs.

Opinion: Republicans want to repeal the modern family

August 14, 2024

From Project 2025 and JD Vance all the way down to state lawmakers, a growing number of far-right Republicans are waging war on modern families. Whether it’s attacking child care programs, encouraging women to stay in abusive marriages, or making it harder for same-sex couples to adopt, the modern right is fighting to repeal the…

10 Places to Visit in Virginia Where You Can Escape to Another World

January 1, 2024

Some are natural while others are human-made, but all look like they’re ready to transport you to somewhere else—be it Scotland, an FBI training ground, or another dimension.

Democratic House candidate Jessica Anderson on what motivates her to run

October 18, 2023

House District 71 sits a little northwest of Hampton Roads and features a competitive contest between Democrat Jessica Anderson, a progressive activist and public school employee who has a sizable following on TikTok, and Republican incumbent Del. Amanda Batten. Batten is an outspoken advocate for education funding plans that funnel money away from public schools…

It’s official: Your boss has to give you time off to recover from childbirth or get an abortion

April 17, 2024

Employees across the US will now have access to unpaid time off to recover from childbirth or to access an abortion. Here’s what you need to know about the new Pregnant Workers Fairness Act changes.

What’s at stake for Virginians’ wallets in November

October 16, 2023

Virginia’s November elections will not only determine which political party controls state government, but also how state money gets spent – and who it helps and hurts. Just before the upcoming legislative session, when the candidates elected next month will assume their offices and carry out the work of the people, Gov. Glenn Youngkin will…

What Spring Looks Like in Every State

May 2, 2023

Slowly but surely, many Americans are shedding their coats and heading outdoors to embrace the welcomed change of seasons as spring unfolds around the country. Using historical weather data and various event listings, Stacker gathered 50 different looks at spring around the country.