A historical marker denoting Henrietta Lacks' Roanoke birthplace was erected in 2023. Courtesy of Nelson Harris.

Here are some of the top headlines from other news outlets around Virginia. Some content may be behind a metered paywall:

Courts:

Henrietta Lacks’ family settles suit with Novartis over use of her cells. — The New York Times (paywall). [Read more about Roanoke native Henrietta Lacks here and here.]

Politics:

Virginia lawmakers’ rejections leave vacancies on three higher ed governing boards. — Virginia Mercury.

Spanberger’s top staffer sues prominent political consultant for defamation. — Richmond Times-Dispatch (paywall).

Virginia senators question mine safety after W.Va. death. — Bluefield Daily Telegraph (paywall).

Emails between ICE, Richmond sheriff’s office show sheriff won’t comply with detention requests. — Richmond Times-Dispatch (paywall).

At General Assembly, defense of Confederate statues sparks outrage. — The (Norfolk) Virginian-Pilot (paywall).

Virginia may unwind decades-old liquor sales mandate. — Axios Richmond.

Local:

Richmond International Airport unveils $253 million expansion plan. — Richmond Times-Dispatch (paywall).

Franklin County parents weigh impacts of possible four-day school week. — The Roanoke Times (paywall).

Weather:

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