From elsewhere: Virginia sues Zillow, Redfin alleging harm to apartment-seekers. Prison inspector escorted out by police after tense forum in Richmond. Virginia advances plan to ban transgender girls from girls sports.
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 confirms Hung Cao as Navy’s No. 2 civilian; more …
From elsewhere: U.S. Sens. Kaine, Warner seek to keep Discovery space shuttle in the commonwealth. Baldacci makes $13 million donation to VCU, Library of Virginia. Halifax County administrator search narrows to 4 candidates.
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Headlines from across the state: Solo EV drivers kicked out of HOV lanes in Virginia; more …
From elsewhere: Times-Dispatch opinion editor gone after latest round of layoffs. Buchanan County supervisor Trey Adkins pleads guilty to violation of protective order. Partisan papers arrive in Richmond mailboxes.
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William & Mary launches center on energy law with former FERC chair Christie as director
The center’s first major program will focus on the energy needs of data centers.
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Headlines from across the state: Audit finds failings in state mental hospital investigations of abuse; more …
From elsewhere: Watershed mapping project shows rapid loss of forests, offers new view of Virginia’s changing landscapes. Vietnam memorial in Bedford ready to break ground. “Where’s Francine?”: Search for famous Richmond Lowe’s cat expands to N.C.
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Headlines from across the state: Hydrilla surges back after a decade’s dormancy at Smith Mountain Lake; more …
From elsewhere: Bedford town officials looking to more renewable sources of energy. Danville Goodyear confirms it plans to sell 500 acres, including golf course. Bedford County works to modify permit for landfill, opening new cell.
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Headlines from across the state: Dinwiddie sheriff’s deputies arrest suspect in death threat against Del. Kim Taylor; more …
From elsewhere: Tax rebates are on the way — see how much you’ll get. Case over proposed Chesterfield gas plant begins at SCC. FAA investigates after United flight goes off runway at Roanoke airport.
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Buildings in Buena Vista and Danville among 10 added to Virginia Landmarks Register
The list now includes the original Parry McCluer High School building and the P. Lorillard Tobacco Company warehouse. Among those added statewide is the Henrico County cemetery where Arthur Ashe is buried.
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Headlines from across the state: Stafford voters sue to kick House candidate off ballot over residency dispute; more …
From elsewhere: 15 Virginia schools make U.S. News’ 2026 universities list. Search continues for flood-swept chemical containers from Radford arsenal. Roanoke County standout Tiki Barber among Pro Football Hall of Fame nominees.
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Headlines from across the state: Roanoke-Lynchburg’s ABC13 won’t air Jimmy Kimmel; more …
From elsewhere: Morrissey breaks with Democrats, backs GOP’s John Reid for lieutenant governor. Deeds gets “confrontational,” files records request over Ryan resignation. Centra Health breaks ground on new health tower at Lynchburg General Hospital.
