Virginia

US protests 2 hours ago

Thousands converge on Alexandria ‘No Kings’ protest against Trump and Army parade; nearby DC is quiet

Tight security ensured a family-oriented atmosphere at the U.S. Army's 250th anniversary parade despite liberal opposition and protests nearby.

Politics 4 hours ago

Governors warn anti-Trump 'No Kings' protesters against becoming violent: 'You're going to get arrested'

Republican governors take firm stance against anticipated unrest during President Donald Trump's commemoration of Army's 250th anniversary.

Lifestyle 3 days ago

Archaeologists uncover unexpected remains of Civil War soldiers at historic landmark

Archaeologists at Colonial Williamsburg recently announced the discovery of four Confederate soldier skeletons, revealing a makeshift hospital from the 1862 Battle of Williamsburg.

Missing Persons 4 days ago

Navy's search for missing 21-year-old seaman ends with tragic discovery, sailor detained in Virginia

Body of missing Navy Seaman Angelina Resendiz discovered in Norfolk woods after the 21-year-old culinary specialist disappeared on May 29, with a Navy sailor now in custody.

Missing Persons June 6

Navy sailor vanishes without a trace as mother reveals concerning break in daily habit

Hispanic female sailor Angelina Petra Resendiz disappeared from Miller Hall at Naval Station Norfolk on May 29, concerning family who report the 21-year-old has made no calls.

Missing Persons June 6

Missing and endangered Virginia teen found after multi-day search, police say

Police search for missing and endangered 14-year-old Emma Anderson who left her Haymarket home on June 1. The teen attends Wakefield School in Virginia.

Elections June 5

GOP hopeful Earle-Sears unveils ‘Axe the Tax’ plan in Virginia governor’s race

Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears, a Republican candidate for governor in Virginia, says conservatives in Congress should follow Virginia's lead on tax relief for working families.

Justice Department June 4

Scandal-plagued school district referred to DOJ after another transgender locker room controversy

Republican Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares refers Loudoun County schools to the Justice Department over transgender locker room policy backlash.

House Of Representatives June 3

Trump-supporting communism survivor jumps into race for late Democrat's seat

A Republican refugee of Soviet-era communism is jumping into the race to replace late Rep. Gerry Connolly.

Virginia June 3

Youngkin sets date for special election to fill deep-blue House seat

A special election in Virginia's 11th Congressional District on Sept. 9 will fill the seat of late Rep. Gerry Connolly, with multiple candidates vying for the position.

Opinion May 31

Civil War spy Elizabeth Van Lew defined courage fighting for what she believed

Elizabeth Van Lew, a Southern belle turned Union spymaster, exemplifies true heroism during the Civil War, challenging the diluted modern concept of a hero.

National Security May 30

Government employee held after attempt to share classified information with foreign country

DOJ reveals Virginia's Nathan Laatsch, a DIA employee, faces severe penalties for allegedly attempting to pass classified data to a foreign nation.

Politics May 30

Youngkin signs Virginia law limiting 'bell-to-bell' cellphone use in public schools

Republican Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin signed a law that limits cellphone usage in Virginia public schools to improve focus and safety.

FBI May 30

US IT specialist arrested after attempting to share classified information with foreign government: DOJ

An IT specialist in northern Virginia is behind bars after an FBI agent caught him sharing classified information with who he believed was a foreign government official.

State And Local May 30

Since Floyd riots culled monuments 5 years ago, leaders in ex-Confederate capital lament ‘s—t didn’t change'

From Jefferson Davis at Valentine Museum to stalled bridge renaming, Virginia faces ongoing debates over history and progress

Politics May 29

Harrison Ruffin Tyler, grandson of President John Tyler, dies at age 96

Harrison Ruffin Tyler, grandson of President John Tyler, died at age 96. He founded ChemTreat, preserved Sherwood Forest and was the last remaining grandchild of the 10th president.

Virginia Governor Race May 29

Virginia gubernatorial candidate Abigail Spanberger releases first ad, slams 'political nonsense'

Abigail Spanberger, the Democrat who is running to be the successor to Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin, released her first TV ad on Thursday.

Donald Trump May 28

Senators go to Canada to meet PM Carney, smooth Trump tariff, 51st-state tensions

U.S. senators meet Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney to discuss trade tensions and strengthen bilateral relations, focusing on economic and defense priorities.

Politics May 27

Liberals blame Big Beautiful Bill loss on dying Dems: Imagine if they 'retired instead of died in office'

Virginia Democrat Gerry Connolly's death was blamed by some for the narrow failure of the "Big, Beautiful Bill" while Republicans indicated they had the votes either way.

Donald Trump May 26

Trump pardons former Virginia sheriff convicted of taking $75K in bribes

President Donald Trump pardons Virginia Sheriff Scott Jenkins, who was convicted of bribery, and accused former President Joe Biden's DOJ of unfair prosecution and highlighting judicial bias.

Donald Trump May 26

Trump honors fallen American heroes, praises God in Memorial Day address: 'Great, great warriors'

President Trump praised American soldiers' sacrifices in a Memorial Day address, vowing to strengthen the republic ahead of its 250th anniversary celebration.

Crime May 24

Bodycam footage shows chaotic moments leading up to fatal officer-involved shooting

Bodycam footage of an April 23 traffic stop in Virginia reveals the moment an angry driver pulled out his gun and shot two police officers, wounding them.

US Education May 22

Elite Virginia high school's admissions policy under Trump admin scrutiny amid discrimination complaints

The Trump administration is investigating a Northern Virginia school district amid complaints an admissions policy in the district discriminates against Asian American applicants.

CIA May 22

'Security incident' reported outside CIA headquarters after woman shot

CIA security guards reportedly shot an individual near the agency's headquarters on Thursday morning. The shooting was not fatal, according to reports.

Virginia May 22

Parents blast school board as boys investigated for complaining about trans student in locker room

Furious parents vented their anger at a Virginia county school board meeting following amid an investigation into three boys complaining about a biological female getting changed alongside them.

Virginia May 16

ICE Arrests MS-13 member with lengthy rap sheet after Virginia county refused to cooperate

Mykol Santos-Santos, a Guatemalan national and MS-13 member, was arrested by ICE in Virginia. His extensive criminal record includes assault and burglary.

Immigration May 16

Arlington, Virginia, county board blocks police coordination with ICE in more cases

Virginia officials criticize Arlington's decision to limit police-ICE cooperation, claiming it endangers public safety by protecting violent illegal immigrants.

Politics May 16

Dem gubernatorial candidate blasted for meltdown over 'shocking' ICE arrest of 2 criminal illegal aliens

Former Democratic Rep. Abigail Spanberger, running for governor in Virginia, is facing criticism over her objection to the way an ICE raid was carried out in her state.

Immigration May 14

Judge orders release of Georgetown researcher arrested by ICE after allegedly spreading Hamas propaganda

A federal judge on Wednesday ordered the release of a Georgetown University postdoctoral researcher detained by immigration officials in March.

2025 Elections Coverage May 13

Republican group lays out plan to gain ground in 2 key Dem-leaning states in 2025 elections

The Republican State Leadership Committee is on the offense for November's elections in two key blue states it sees as ripe for the GOP to gain ground in.