Democrat Jay Jones participates in the Virginia attorney general debate with Republican incumbent Jason Miyares in Richmond on Oct. 16, 2025.
Democrat Jay Jones participates in the Virginia attorney general debate with Republican incumbent Jason Miyares in Richmond on Oct. 16. Photo by Mike Kropf/Richmond Times-Dispatch.

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

Politics:

Special prosecutor appointed in investigation into Jay Jones reckless driving sentencing — National Review (paywall).

Roanoke vice mayor opposes proposed casino — Roanoke Rambler.

Mecklenburg County eyes tax relief for farmers. — Sova Now.

Economy:

Allegiant discontinues flights in and out of Norfolk. (Norfolk) Virginian-Pilot (paywall).

Education:

UVa, DOJ broker deal ending investigations into school — (Charlottesville) Daily Progress. (paywall)

Mecklenburg County secures site for new elementary school. — Sova Now.

Public safety:

South Hill police chief resigns — Sova Now.

Marion clears out homeless encampment. — WJHL-TV.

Weather:

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