From elsewhere: Republicans say redistricting bill will test Spanberger’s bipartisan promises. FEMA awards money to VDOT for Southwest floods.
News Briefs
Stay informed with the latest headlines from across Southwest and Southside Virginia with Cardinal News Briefs. This category features fast, essential updates from the trusted journalists at Cardinal News, covering breaking news, local government, education, business, public safety, weather, health, transportation, community events and more.
From the New River Valley and Roanoke Valley to Southside Virginia, the New River Highlands and beyond, Cardinal News Briefs delivers timely reporting and quick-hit stories that keep readers connected to the issues shaping Southwest and Southside Virginia communities. Whether you’re looking for developing news, regional updates, statewide policy impacts or local stories that matter to Virginians, this page offers concise, reliable journalism rooted in the region.
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Headlines from across the state: Senate committee advances multiple gun-related bills
From elsewhere: 156 jobs could be at risk in Roanoke school system. Clarksville rejects battery storage proposal. Botetourt County working with “major national destination retailer.”
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Headlines from across the state: Virginia Senate panel advances gun safety bills once vetoed by Youngkin; more ..
From elsewhere: All Virginia public employees could collectively bargain under proposed bills. Virginia House revives school construction tax plan once blocked by Youngkin. Virginia Senate votes to bar Guard deployment here without state consent.
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Headlines from across the state: Virginia to consider joining states creating volunteer cyber civilian corps; more …
From elsewhere: Pending bill could clarify visitation standards for Virginia correctional facilities. Appeals court to hear arguments in LU’s bid to dismiss trans employee’s lawsuit. Dominion installs first wind farm turbine tower off Virginia Beach coast.
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Headlines from across the state: AG Jones searches for higher education counsel to halt ‘politically motivated assaults’ on Virginia colleges; more …
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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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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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.
