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More Virginia Seniors Are Dying From Dementia. Social Isolation Might Be the Cause.
CHARLOTTESVILLE- When you talk about COVID-19, most of the conversation involves the actual virus.
Virginia College Fall 2020: Your Guide to Reopening Amid Coronavirus
UPDATE (June 11): Gov. Ralph Northam announced that colleges will reopen in the fall with comprehensive public health plans in order to prevent the spread of COVID-19. The guidelines differ from the ones put in place for K-12 schools, which are focused on three phases...
Virginia Hospitals Receive Experimental COVID-19 Drug
Welcome to today’s edition of the Dogwood. We’ve got a roundup of Virginia news coming right up. But First… With the coronavirus pandemic still occurring across the commonwealth, absentee voting is being encouraged now more than ever. We’ve debunked three common...
Gov. Northam Says Elective Medical Procedures Can Resume Friday
Announcement comes one day after UVA Health furloughed many staff members Virginians will soon be able to have elective surgeries and dental checkups again, as Gov. Ralph Northam announced that nonessential medical procedures could resume Friday. The governor said pet...
CDC Sends Teams to Combat COVID-19 Outbreaks in Poultry Plants
Welcome to today's edition of the Dogwood. We've got a roundup of Virginia news coming right up. But First... Virginia's local and municipal elections are still happening in May, but they have been pushed back until the 19th. You have until May 12th to request an...
Dogwood Daily: What's happening with vacant judge seats
Welcome to today’s edition of the Dogwood Daily. We’ve got a round-up of all of today’s Virginia news coming right up. But first... Thanksgiving is over and Christmas is here! Sweet Providence Farm in Floyd County will provide this year's official state Christmas...
Dogwood Daily: Jerry Falwell Jr. accused of corruption
Welcome to today’s edition of the Dogwood Daily. We’ve got a round-up of all of today's Virginia news coming right up. And if you're a fan, please forward to three friends who need to know what's going on in the Commonwealth and tell them...
Dogwood Daily: Measles among us
Welcome to today’s edition of the Dogwood Daily. We’ve got a round-up of all the Virginia news that’s been happening coming right up. And if you're a fan, please forward to three friends who need to know what's going on in the Commonwealth and tell them to subscribe...
Virginia Democrat looks to restrain ICE operations in state
A Virginia state senator has filed three bills aimed at putting constraints on how local law enforcement can enter into agreements with ICE, preventing ICE agents from wearing masks, and making people feel safer about visiting courthouses.
Spanberger speaks: How she’ll fight Medicaid cuts, create more affordable housing, and protect public schools
The Democrat running for governor of Virginia vows to lead Virginians through the crises of the Trump administration.
Phones off: Hanover Schools’ policy results in 1,600+ confiscations
One school division went all-in on unplugging during the day—and the results are in.
Public school defender Ghazala Hashmi takes on right-wing radio’s Reid for lieutenant governor
Sen. Ghazala Hashmi went to public schools, and so did her two daughters. Now, the candidate for lieutenant governor of Virginia is putting protecting them at the center of her campaign.
Stark contrast between Spanberger, Earle-Sears when it comes to Virginians’ reproductive freedom
Earle-Sears says choices should be made before women get pregnant—and doesn’t support abortion options for rape victims. Spanberger, on the other hand, vows to keep Virginia women safe from abortion bans.
Virginia is on track to lose 32,000 jobs in Gov. Glenn Youngkin’s final year on the job
Youngkin pitched himself as a reasonable Republican, but has been aligned with Trump’s policies that hurt Virginians.
Virginia passes two landmark bills to protect pregnant people behind bars
With bipartisan backing and pressure from formerly incarcerated women, Virginia lawmakers have banned shackling during labor in jails—and made it easier for pregnant people to await trial at home.
7 celebrities who own mansions in Virginia
Many celebrities have called Virginia home over the years. Check out these seven, ranging from athletes like Bruce Smith to rappers like Missy Elliott.
As southern states ban abortion, thousands of patients head north—to Virginia
With abortion bans tightening across the South, Virginia is absorbing a growing number of out-of-state patients—straining clinics, stretching support networks, and raising the stakes for future protections.
Democratic candidates for lieutenant governor come out against anti-union ‘right-to-work’ laws
All six candidates in the Democratic primary for Virginia lieutenant governor want to overturn state laws that weaken unions and undermine worker rights.
A daily journey through Virginia’s Black history: From Civil Rights to cultural icons
Join us as we take you on a daily journey across Virginia to explore some of the most meaningful ways that Black history shaped the commonwealth.
Coping with Trump 2.0-era repro rights: Finding power in your community
Recent events may leave you feeling uncertain about basic human rights. If the president wants to take away your reproductive freedoms, who can you turn to?
Norovirus outbreak: What you need to know to stay safe
UVA professor Dr. William Petri warns about norovirus, a severe and highly contagious stomach bug affecting millions yearly. Here’s what you should know.
A firsthand account: Highlighting Virginia resources during Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month—and early detection is key. Breast cancer affects many families throughout the country, as well as in Virginia. In 2021 alone, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported more than 270,000 new breast cancer...
Everything you need to know about the new flu and COVID vaccines
When it comes to protection against flu and COVID, vaccines are necessary to tackle the latest strains of each. Here’s what you need to know.
JD Vance says he wants to help families, but missed vote to expand child tax credit
Republican vice presidential candidate JD Vance proposed more than doubling the federal child tax credit to $5,000 over the weekend, but recently missed the chance to vote for an expanded credit—an effort his fellow Senate Republicans blocked.
Republicans keep lying about ‘post-birth’ abortions and ‘abortion up until birth.’ Here’s the reality.
For decades, Republicans have spread misinformation — and outright lies — about abortions later in pregnancy, while also spreading conspiracy theories about nonexistent “post-birth” abortions. Here, we separate fact from fiction.
Kamala Harris has spent decades fighting to protect people from gun violence
While serving as San Francisco’s district attorney, Harris became known for prosecuting domestic abusers. As attorney general of California, her office investigated and seized firearms from those who unlawfully possessed them. And as a US senator, she co-sponsored bills to ban assault weapons.
Kamala Harris has a lot to run on. Here’s what to watch for.
During her time as vice president, Harris has helped pass laws that lowered healthcare costs, invested in childcare and housing, and advanced efforts to fight climate change.
Opinion: The problem with Youngkin’s Charter-Lab schools push in 2024
Governor Youngkin is determined to open the gates for creating independently run but publicly funded charters in the state of Virginia, and to place authorization firmly at the state level.
Turkey Timeline: When and Where to Order Your Local Thanksgiving Bird From These Virginia Farms
Looking for a local bird this Thanksgiving? Here’s your guide to buying one in VA.