Virginia Politics

In the last 4 hours
State Leaders Unveil Data Center Development Plan; Some Skeptical West Virginia Public Broadcasting17:24
W.Va. Needs More Lawyers For Court-Appointed Work West Virginia Public Broadcasting16:33
In the last 8 hours
Luria, Taylor say Trump, Republican incumbents are making life less affordable Dogwood13:32
Wisconsin Republican Gubernatorial Candidate Tom Tiffany Campaigns with Former Virginia Governor C-Span (Video)12:45
Ncwv gaining ‘seat at the table’ as Elkins Mayor named West Virginia Municipal League president WDTV NewsChannel Five, West Virginia11:53
Earlier today
Kentucky Fried Chicken Founder’s Items Up For Auction, This West Virginia Morning West Virginia Public Broadcasting10:27
Rep. John McGuire to Newsmax: Gas Prices 'Big Deal' for Midterms NewsMax09:30
Everything there is to know about the ‘world’s oldest ham’ Dogwood09:29
$200K Libel Award for Cybersecurity Expert Accused by Substacker of Being "Israeli Spy" Reason09:11
What $800,000 Gets You in D.C., Maryland and Virginia (With Solar Panels) NOTUS05:14
Spencer mayor receives lifetime achievement award from league News and Sentinel02:18
Yesterday
State Democrats Renew Calls For Special Session To Address Education Crisis West Virginia Public Broadcasting17:56 10-Aug-26
Lawmakers Appear Skeptical In Surveillance Camera Discussion West Virginia Public Broadcasting14:34 10-Aug-26
House Democrats disgruntled with state's response to education issues WV MetroNews WVU Sports14:30 10-Aug-26
West Virginia fire commission has failed for 50 years to make a plan to address high fire death rate Connecticut Post13:20 10-Aug-26
An Antidote to the Anti-Vaccine Movement Lives in Rural West Virginia NOTUS05:55 10-Aug-26
In the last 7 days
Ferrum women’s soccer earns academic team honor News-Record, North Carolina00:10 9-Aug-26
You Love To See It: Keeping The Great Lakes Great The Lever09:03 8-Aug-26
Pushback On School Clothing Vouchers And Black Lung Numbers Grow, This West Virginia Week West Virginia Public Broadcasting08:04 8-Aug-26
Research team upcycles plastic waste into high-performance lubricants Bryan-College Station Eagle, Texas01:15 8-Aug-26
Owen hired as Averett athletics operations assistant News-Record, North Carolina00:11 8-Aug-26
Virginia County Ordered To Remove Restored Confederate School Names HuffPost (US)16:43 7-Aug-26
Federal judge orders Virginia county to replace Confederate school names it restored in 2024 Connecticut Post16:03 7-Aug-26
U.S. Senate confirms former State Police Superintendent Jack Chambers as new U.S. Marshal for Southern West Virginia WV MetroNews WVU Sports15:52 7-Aug-26
High Schoolers Can Be Election Poll Workers For First Time West Virginia Public Broadcasting12:11 7-Aug-26
The Legacy Of Comic Strip Snuffy Smith, This West Virginia Morning West Virginia Public Broadcasting09:41 7-Aug-26
Former Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares Speaks at National Conservative Student… C-Span (Video)08:00 7-Aug-26
These LGBTQ+ Virginia kids found support and community in school. Then, bigoted adults took that away Advocate.com07:34 7-Aug-26
Higgins joins Averett athletics communications staff Statesville Record and Landmark00:19 7-Aug-26
Commissioners & cans drive returns to Charlottesville Charlottesville Daily Progress, Virginia00:16 7-Aug-26
City hoping to help Richmond Night Market find new home, mayor says CTV News Vancouver21:17 6-Aug-26
Worthington in crisis: Ex-mayor petitions to dissolve town over sewer emergency WDTV NewsChannel Five, West Virginia17:14 6-Aug-26
Your guide to free museum days in Virginia Dogwood09:10 6-Aug-26
A Virginia school board bent over backward to block an LGBTQ+ club. One mom explains why she’s suing Advocate.com07:19 6-Aug-26
School-based health clinic update for 2026-27 Statesville Record and Landmark03:49 6-Aug-26
Albemarle County student chosen for Nreca Youth Leadership Council Culpeper Star Exponent00:13 6-Aug-26
Brimbank Mayor Virginia Tachos calls for more police following Good Samaritan death in Sunshine Neos Kosmos22:24 5-Aug-26
S.B.A. Administrator Kelly Loeffler joins Congressman John McGuire for tour of small manufacturer WVIR 29 News18:01 5-Aug-26
Your guide to taking action in Virginia (Aug. 7 – Aug. 12) Dogwood16:31 5-Aug-26
Richmond’s Mayor addresses delinquent tax collection efforts 12 On Your Side15:59 5-Aug-26
Former Worthington mayor files petitions to dissolve town charter & declare sewer system distressed WDTV NewsChannel Five, West Virginia15:47 5-Aug-26
Where Bedford supervisor's lawsuit on abortion amendment stands after dismissal Lynchburg News & Advance, Virginia14:30 5-Aug-26
Virginia Democrats pick establishment nominees for 2 House seats they hope to flip PBS Online12:48 5-Aug-26
There's no such thing as a 'moderate Democrat anymore,' former VA gov says Fox News11:53 5-Aug-26
Politician warns of socialist movement invading the US Fox News11:53 5-Aug-26
Everyday ambition, everyday abundance, with Virginia Postrel Niskanen Center09:10 5-Aug-26
An Inside Look At New ‘Coolest Thing’ Tournament, This West Virginia Morning West Virginia Public Broadcasting08:45 5-Aug-26
DEQ responds to comments on Wintergreen wastewater plant Lynchburg News & Advance, Virginia08:44 5-Aug-26
Former Virginia Gov. Youngkin launches new conservative policy group CBS News08:34 5-Aug-26
West Virginia University researchers turn polluted mine water into critical rare earth minerals Fox News08:00 5-Aug-26
Operation Richmond: Victoria's long corruption probe The North West Star02:45 5-Aug-26
Primary Night in Michigan, Kansas, Virginia, Missouri, and Washington C-Span (Video)00:35 5-Aug-26
Perriello, McGuire sail to victory in 5th District primaries Charlottesville Daily Progress, Virginia00:06 5-Aug-26
Dems select their candidate to facelongtime GOP lawmaker who balked Virginia redistricting Fox News20:41 4-Aug-26
Shannon Taylor wins Democratic primary in Virginia's 1st District CBS News20:35 4-Aug-26
Virginia Senate race to battle top intel Dem takes shape after redistricting delays Fox News20:27 4-Aug-26
Meet the Democrats hoping to flip Virginia’s most competitive House seats in November Washington Examiner20:22 4-Aug-26
Ollivant projected to win GOP primary in battleground Virginia district CBS News20:01 4-Aug-26
Virginia's 2nd District to see rematch between Kiggans, Luria CBS News19:44 4-Aug-26
Richmond Mayor Robert Blythe proclaims August 15 ‘Bill Bryant Day’ WKYT18:07 4-Aug-26
A rural Virginia school board changed its rules to block an LGBTQ+ club. Students are suing in federal court Advocate.com17:47 4-Aug-26
Primary Election Day voting underway in Virginia Dogwood16:57 4-Aug-26
Trump approves West Virginia's $4.5 million disaster declaration request in Upshur, Lewis counties WV MetroNews WVU Sports16:13 4-Aug-26
Live results: 2026 Virginia U.S. Senate primary election The Washington Post15:03 4-Aug-26
Water Listening Tour Gives ‘Everyday People’ A Chance To Discuss Woes West Virginia Public Broadcasting14:27 4-Aug-26
Virginia Democrats to pick nominees in House seats they hope to flip in midterms PBS Online14:16 4-Aug-26
State Finishes Fiscal Year With $175M Unappropriated Surplus West Virginia Public Broadcasting13:46 4-Aug-26
The Changing Appalachian Farmstand, This West Virginia Morning West Virginia Public Broadcasting10:04 4-Aug-26
Where to find the 15 most scenic areas for dispersed camping in Virginia Dogwood09:14 4-Aug-26
‘Coolest Thing’ Competition Launches In W.Va. West Virginia Public Broadcasting09:03 4-Aug-26
What to watch in Tuesday primaries: Michigan Senate race could shape Congress Scripps News08:18 4-Aug-26
What to know about primaries in 5 states today: Michigan, Virginia and more CBS News06:02 4-Aug-26
Virginia 2026 live primary election results ABC News05:21 4-Aug-26
What $800K Gets You in D.C., Maryland and Virginia NOTUS05:07 4-Aug-26
Virginia Democrats pick nominees in 2 US House seats they hope to flip in midterms MailOnline00:14 4-Aug-26
In the last month
Courtney Applauds First Australian Steel Support for Virginia-class Submarine Construction Congressman Joe Courtney (Press Release)16:44 3-Aug-26
Live Results: Primaries in Kansas, Michigan, Missouri, Virginia, and Washington 270 to Win14:37 3-Aug-26
AP Decision Notes: What to expect in Virginia’s state primary Connecticut Post10:43 3-Aug-26
West Virginia House Republicans plan to address Flock camera concerns next session WDTV NewsChannel Five, West Virginia10:04 3-Aug-26
Democrats eye battleground Virginia seat as key to flipping House Just The News18:29 2-Aug-26
Special education and Section 504 services in Bristol The McDowell News00:11 2-Aug-26
Virginia’s 5th Congressional District heads to contested primaries Just The News22:18 1-Aug-26
Virginia Gov. Spanberger has restored voting rights for 66,000 people with past felony convictions Democracy Docket12:51 1-Aug-26
West Virginia Candidate List Ballot Access News (Weblog)11:25 1-Aug-26
Remote Work Programs, Child Online Safety and An Appalachian Memoir, This West Virginia Week West Virginia Public Broadcasting08:02 1-Aug-26
Races to watch in Virginia in state’s first election since redistricting battle Washington Examiner06:11 1-Aug-26
Mayor of Glenville announces resignation WDTV NewsChannel Five, West Virginia22:09 31-Jul-26
Retired general seeks Republican Senate nomination in Virginia WVVA TV, West Virginia20:38 31-Jul-26
V-top internships give Averett students career experience News-Record, North Carolina20:10 31-Jul-26
As Trump Promotes Critical Mineral Mining, a Company Eyes the Seafloor in Coastal Virginia InsideClimate News16:23 31-Jul-26
W.Va. Park Named To List Of ‘Most Beautiful Places’ In America West Virginia Public Broadcasting15:35 31-Jul-26
Courtney, Electric Boat, Local Officials, & Submarine Industry Leaders Celebrate Block VI Virginia-class & Build II… Congressman Joe Courtney (Press Release)14:19 31-Jul-26
“Virginia Governor Restores Voting Rights for Thousands With Past Felony Convictions” Election Law (Weblog)11:21 31-Jul-26
Your guide to the 2026 Virginia primary election Dogwood10:53 31-Jul-26
Writer’s Memoir Explores Complicated Relationship With Appalachia, This West Virginia Morning West Virginia Public Broadcasting10:40 31-Jul-26
ICE lodges detainer for illegal immigrant accused of trying to disarm Virginia police officer Fox News05:42 31-Jul-26
Umw application opens Aug. 1 with direct pathway Culpeper Star Exponent00:17 31-Jul-26
State Republican Executive Committee to discuss Pritt disavowal, limits to closed Republican Primary discussions WV MetroNews WVU Sports20:18 30-Jul-26
Judicial Watch action results in removal of 6,531 noncitizen registrations from voter rolls in Va. Just The News17:40 30-Jul-26
TekSynap Awarded U.S. House of Representatives House Technology Alliance Program Idiq Business Wire (Press Release)11:16 30-Jul-26
U.S. Attorney: Charges Against Pritt Offer Lessons For Parents West Virginia Public Broadcasting11:06 30-Jul-26
Microvolunteering in Virginia: What it is & how to do it Dogwood09:13 30-Jul-26
Trump has dealt Virginia patients a bad hand | Christopher Howard Charlottesville Daily Progress, Virginia08:39 30-Jul-26
Gov. Lamont celebrates $76.6B Navy investment News 12 Connecticut07:05 30-Jul-26
Virginia first gentleman visits Higher Ed Center for stem initiatives The McDowell News00:17 30-Jul-26
Northern Virginia’s House members take Big Tech cash while residents push back on data centers OpenSecrets21:33 29-Jul-26
Courtney Statement on New $76.6 Billion Contract Awards to Electric Boat for Block VI Virginia-Class and Build II… Congressman Joe Courtney (Press Release)18:13 29-Jul-26
Funds Depleted For Clothing Vouchers; Chairman Says ‘There Wasn’t Any Reduction’ West Virginia Public Broadcasting17:17 29-Jul-26
After Gov. Abigail Spanberger trounced her in Virginia, Winsome Earle-Sears targets marriage equality Advocate.com15:45 29-Jul-26
Deadly flooding in West Virginia finds prevention plans unaddressed Connecticut Post15:44 29-Jul-26
Richmond eyes $120M bond to renovate fire department facilities ABC7 / KGO-TV15:15 29-Jul-26
W.Va. DEP Wants Your Roadside Wildflower Photos West Virginia Public Broadcasting15:12 29-Jul-26
Fayette County Republican chair calls for former Del. Pritt's disqualification from November ballot WV MetroNews WVU Sports13:54 29-Jul-26
Wittman runs first campaign ad of the cycle Punchbowl News13:34 29-Jul-26
Steps To Protect Our Kids From Harm, This West Virginia Morning West Virginia Public Broadcasting10:28 29-Jul-26

      
            
      
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Virginia is considered a swing state. In the federal government, Virginia is represented by two U.S. Senators and eleven U.S. Representatives. Both Senators Tim Kaine and Mark Warner are Democrats. Of the eleven Representatives, eight are Democrats and five are Republicans. Virginia has a Republican governor, Glenn Youngkin, who was elected in 2020. The state legislature is divided between a Republican-controlled House of Delegates and a Democratic-held State Senate.

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