State Politics
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Gilbert’s Restaurant, once a beacon for Black travelers, is now a National Historic Site
Gilbert’s Restaurant, which formerly operated in Chatham, was recognized as a safe haven for Black people. Here’s what you need to know about the historic location.
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Trump cuts threaten longer wait times for Virginia vets, advocates say
Advocates warned President Donald Trump’s cuts to the Department of Veterans Affairs are affecting wait times at VA clinics across the Commonwealth and country.
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Who’s running for Virginia governor in 2025? What to know about the job
Who’s running for Virginia governor in 2025? What to know about the job.
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Spanberger vs. Earle-Sears: How Virginia’s governor hopefuls compare on abortion, climate, and schools
This November, either Abigail Spanberger or Winsome Earle-Sears will be the first female governor in Virginia’s history. Here’s where each woman stands on issues important to Virginians.
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The introvert’s guide to Virginia voting in 2025
You can always skip the lines and vote by mail—or if you prefer to vote in person, here are some tips and tricks to minimize interactions.
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The Virginia first-timer’s guide to voting in 2025
Whether you’re freshly 18, a new US citizen, or simply registered to vote for the first time, it’s important to know what you need and what to do before you get in line.
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Trump removes union protections for VA employees across Virginia
On August 10, Trump revoked the collective bargaining rights of over 370,000 federal employees at the VA. Over 700,000 Virginians are veterans, and thousands more work at VA facilities across the Commonwealth.
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Youngkin invites AI into the Virginia government—tech experts say it’s a bad idea
While Gov. Glenn Youngkin says that his new AI pilot program will “unleash Virginia’s economy,” tech experts reveal that it could actually harm Virginia’s residents.
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Here’s how to cast a Virginia ballot on Election Day
Voting in person on Election Day requires a bit of planning—so we’ve rounded up the facts you need to be informed.
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Is Virginia’s #2 Republican trying to wreck your local school? We’ve got the receipts on Winsome Earle-Sears
Here are 4 instances when the Republican running for governor of Virginia has proven she’d make public schools worse.

























