From elsewhere: Youngkin long had ambitions beyond Virginia; what’s next is anyone’s guess. Price-gouging law activates in Virginia after state of emergency declared. Prosecutors: Henrico hospital’s actions hindered 2023 investigation of injured newborns.
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Warming centers open across Southwest and Southside
Some centers are offering overnight accommodations, while others are providing charging stations and daytime shelter.
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Headlines from across the state: ICE informs Hanover of its intent to build a processing facility off I-95; more …
From elsewhere: Parents flood General Assembly to advocate for more early childhood care options and access. Proposed reparations fund for urban renewal is hazy amid Roanoke fiscal mess, council members warn. Martinsville mayor’s case for protective order against council member dismissed.
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Headlines from across the state: Voting access bills move forward as Democrats block GOP early voting limits; more …
From elsewhere: Proposed state park at Oak Hill clears first hurdle in Senate. Smithfield Foods to acquire Nathan’s Famous for $450 million. Mecklenburg planners delay Turtle Cove resort vote after 250 people pack hearing.
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Headlines from across the state: Virginia Democrats target VMI’s funding after anti-DEI push; more …
From elsewhere: Lobby Day draws larger pro-gun crowd as Virginia Democrats revive gun-safety agenda. Petersburg’s tent casino readies for its big moment. Work resumes on Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind project after court order ends federal pause.
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Headlines from across the state: In historic first for Virginia, Adam Spanberger becomes first gentleman; more …
From elsewhere: LaCivita drops defamation lawsuit against Daily Beast. Spanberger appoints new director for state prisons. Science Museum of Western Virginia will leave Center in the Square.
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Full text of Spanberger’s address to the General Assembly (and the Republican response)
Here’s what the new govenror had to say in her first speech to the legislature.
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Livestream of the governor’s address to the General Assembly
You can watch Gov. Spanberger’s first address to the General Assembly here.
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Headlines from across the state: Dominion offshore wind project in U.S. to resume construction after judge lifts Trump suspension; more …
From elsewhere: After UVa resignations, Spanberger names 27 to Virginia college boards. Lawsuit filed to protect rare Appalachian salamander found in Virginia, neighboring states. 24 plead guilty in Roanoke scheme to defraud pandemic relief program.
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The inauguration in photos and videos
Here’s a visual look at how the day unfolded in Richmond.