From elsewhere: Amherst sets hearing on data center ordinance. Spotsylvania to vote on call for moratorium. Halifax hears concerns about automated license plate readers.
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: Spanberger seeks dismissal of Rocovich lawsuit; more …
From elsewhere: Mid-year crime report gives mixed bag to Virginia cities. Menhaden management board advances addendum with potential cuts to Chesapeake Bay fishery limits. Edgy vanity plates test limits of free speech as Virginia seeks Supreme Court review.
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Headlines from across the state: Virginia moves toward regulating self-driving vehicles amid safety and liability concerns; more …
From elsewhere: Residents, supervisors air issues with automated license plate readers in Halifax County. Regulatory filings reveal 1,400 megawatts of new data center plans across three Goochland sites. Roanoke art museum exhibit highlights Washington’s greatest military victory.
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Headlines from across the state: Holton raises nearly $79,000, setting Richmond School Board early fundraising record; more …
From elsewhere: Virginia shoppers set to save as sales tax holiday returns this weekend. Northern Virginia reports state’s first locally acquired dengue case. Henrico County encounters seventh confirmed rabies case of 2026.
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Headlines from across the state: Proposals to move Virginia’s odd-year elections die in surprise vote; more …
From elsewhere: Former state Sen. Janet Howell dies at 82. Anti-SLAPP law plays role in backing Virginia teacher and parent targeted by false online accusations. A couple of Northern Virginia localities are doing away with gas-powered leaf blowers.
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Headlines from across the state: Virginia senators request special session to act on ‘deeply alarming’ groundwater report; more …
From elsewhere: Trump tariffs added over $800 million to Dominion Energy’s offshore wind project. Petersburg casino draws 500,000 guests in six months. Sentara announces possible contract terminations with Anthem health insurance.
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Headlines from across the state: Morrissey withdraws slander suit after heated 2-day trial; more …
From elsewhere: Pornhub asks Spanberger to end Virginia’s “performative, ineffective, and unenforceable” age verification law. Virginia’s disability services gap persists despite progress, leaves young adults vulnerable. 3 gigawatts briefly vanished from the grid last week; data centers appear to be the reason why.
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Headlines from across the state: Chesterfield using drones to assist emergency response; more …
From elsewhere: Charlottesville hopes to find new homes for tent city residents. New interactive museum adventure challenges visitors to become Revolutionary War detectives. Ticks are taking over in Virginia; could ODU’s “tick robot” help?
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Headlines from across the state: Independent report calls for campus safety overhaul at Old Dominion University after fatal shooting; more …
From elsewhere: Ex-Chesterfield schools employee sues division after being fired over Charlie Kirk post. Louisa homeowner sues Amazon over data center construction. Meet the Pennsylvania veterinarian who leads care for Chincoteague’s famed ponies.
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Headlines from across the state: Virginia’s cannabis tip line draws dozens of early complaints; more …
From elsewhere: Virginia’s new pay transparency law changes the rules for job postings. Virginia co-owner’s donation of White’s Ferry paves way for Potomac River crossing’s reopening. Thomas Jefferson childhood home for sale in Richmond.
