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Protecting Virginia Youth from Human Trafficking

General Assembly passes bills to combat human trafficking of minors.

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Black History for a New Generation

Lessons on the contributions of African Americans not limited to February.

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Opinion: Commentary: Climate Change at Our Doorstep

How Virginia is taking the high road.

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Opinion: Commentary: We Both Deserve $15. Why Don’t Our Virginia Senators Think So?

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Why a Regional Wage in Virginia?

Effort to raise minimum wage hits snag on Senate floor, leading to regional approach.

It’s shortly after 7 p.m. on a Tuesday night, and state Sen. Scott Surovell (D-36) is working the Senate chamber to save the minimum wage increase. This particular Tuesday isn’t just any day of the week. It’s the final deadline for Senate bills to cross over to the House, so the pressure is building as the clock winds down. Senators are tired and cranky, and they will be working past midnight.

General Assembly Snuffs Marijuana Legalization Hopes for Now in Virginia

General Assembly advances marijuana decriminalization by Herring and Ebbin.

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Over 1,000 Democrat-Backed Bills Pass by Crossover in Virginia

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Bloomberg Finds Support and Opposition in Virginia

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Opinion: Commentary: Arriving at Crossover with Many Bills Moving in Virginia

Driver privilege, minimum wage, class action lawsuits, marijuana decriminalization...

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Traditional-Style Makeover Satisfies

A second act for family home.

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Valentine’s Day Gifts for the Home

There’s still time to give the gift of style

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