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Spotify is going to reserve concert tickets for ‘real fans’
Spotify wants to help you get to your favorite band’s show.
The Politics Hour: A tightening D.C. Mayor's race and Virginia Governor Spanberger's vetoes
City Cast DC's Michael Schaffer talks a tightening mayor's race and VA Del. Paul Krizek on why retail cannabis is stalled again in the Commonwealth. Plus, Prince George's County Councilmember Jolene Ivey.
US-bound flights with passengers who were in Ebola-affected region must land at Dulles airport for health screening
US-bound flights carrying passengers who were recently in an Ebola-affected region of Africa must land at Dulles International Airport in Virginia, where they will undergo health screening.
VA SEA recognized as a premier science education program
The Virginia Scientists & Educators Alliance is administered as a partnership between the Office of Outreach & Engagement at William & Mary’s Batten School & VIMS and Virginia Sea Grant.
What the Indy 500 Reveals About the Future of Live Sports
Darden professor Anthony Palomba discusses he economics behind the Indy 500’s resurgence, what broadcasters are learning about Gen Z audiences and why live sports remain one of television’s most valuable assets.
Legal expert unleashes on Spanberger's new executive order targeting ICE: 'Political theater'
Gov. Abigail Spanberger signs executive order citing concerns that Trump administration could use immigration enforcement to intimidate Virginia voters.
Essentia Health-Virginia breaks ground on new emergency department
Essentia Health staff, community partners, local leaders and elected officials gathered Wednesday, May 20, to break ground on a new emergency department at Essentia Health-Virginia, marking the start of construction on a $13 million project that will improve the patient experience and strengthen emergency care on the Iron Range.
Darden’s Christoph Herpfer Named One of “Best 40 Under 40 Business Professors” by Poets & Quants
Citing his holistic teaching approach, research with real-world application, and pioneering work to develop Darden's healthcare offerings, Poets & Quants named Christoph Herpfer to its list of the Best 40 Under 40 MBA Professors for 2026.
UVA alumna combines science and culture to improve women’s health
A Rotary Scholarship will help this recent graduate pursue research, focusing on women’s well-being and maternal care.
UVA alumna combines science and culture to improve women’s health
A Rotary Scholarship will help this recent graduate pursue research, focusing on women’s well-being and maternal care.
How a power megamerger could lower bills — and still rile affordability politics
Virginia could be a major bump in the road for NextEra's proposed $67 billion merger with Dominion Energy.
How a power megamerger could lower bills — and still rile affordability politics
Virginia could be a major bump in the road for NextEra's proposed $67 billion merger with Dominion Energy.
Now that redistricting is dead for this year, these are the next 10 questions to ask about Virginia politics
We’re still waiting to see how the relationship between the governor and the General Assembly plays out. Plus, Lynchburg Republicans and, yes, more redistricting fallout.
DC politics have arrived in West Virginia
West Virginia politics have taken on a distinctly DC-style edge, brought in by Gov. Patrick Morrisey. While this approach may offer short-term gains for the governor and his allies, the long-term effects of the 2026 Republican Primary could extend well beyond another election cycle with fewer people willing to put their name and reputation on
NextEra bets $66.8B on AI power boom with Dominion Energy acquisition
NextEra Energy announced a $66.8 billion acquisition of Dominion Energy, expanding its reach into Northern Virginia’s booming AI data-center market.
Linus Torvalds says Linux security list is becoming ‘unmanageable’ due to AI bug reports
Linux is getting flooded with duplicate AI bug reports.
Choose your own adventure: A Business Data Analytics alum goes looking for problems
Jeremy Harris’ love of puzzles and a fascination with cybersecurity took him from Army signals intelligence to building an award-winning IT firm in West Virginia.
2026 Best 40-Under-40 Business Professors: Christoph Herpfer, Darden School of Business, University of Virginia
Over the last decade, Poets&Quants has honored more than 540 up-and-coming star MBA and graduate business professors from around the world.
NextEra Energy Said to Be in Talks to Acquire Dominion, Creating a Utility Giant
A deal, involving the utilities in Florida and Virginia, would come as demand for power is soaring, largely because of the rapid growth of A.I. data centers.
NextEra to discuss paying about $76 per share for Dominion, Bloomberg News reports
U.S. power firm NextEra Energy is discussing a mostly stock deal for Dominion Energy that would value the smaller Virginia-based utility at about $76 per share, or around $66 billion, Bloomberg News reported on Sunday.
Business Notes: Virginia Beach disability advocates honored; free mortgage for military family
View the latest business happenings in Hampton Roads.
Virginia Beach Neptune Wine Festival gives small businesses a chance to grow their reach
Small businesses at the Virginia Beach Neptune Wine Festival say the event offers visibility, new customers, and growth in a tough economy.
Virginia’s new House map is dead. Democrats think they can still flip these seats.
Republicans won the redistricting war in Virginia, but several lawmakers remain vulnerable.
Supreme Court turns away Virginia Democrats seeking to reinstate new voting map
The new election map blocked the Virginia Supreme Court would have favored Democrats in 10 of its 11 congressional districts.
Supreme Court rejects bid to restore Virginia congressional map favoring Democrats
In recent days, the justices have sided with Republicans in Alabama and Louisiana who hope to redo their congressional maps to produce more GOP-leaning seats following the court’s voting rights decision.
Supreme Court deals blow to Virginia Democrats in fight over state court ruling
The Supreme Court on Friday rejected Virginia Democrats’ emergency appeal seeking to revive a voter-approved congressional redistricting overhaul, leaving intact a Virginia Supreme Court ruling that struck down the effort as unconstitutional ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.
Supreme Court Upholds Virginia Ruling Rejecting Democrats’ New Voting Map
State officials had asked the justices to step in to allow the state to use a congressional map in the midterms that was drawn by Democrats and recently approved by voters.
Supreme Court rejects Virginia Democrats’ attempt to revive new congressional map
The decision leaves in place a Virginia Supreme Court ruling that concluded the process leading up to a referendum approving a new map was legally flawed.
US Supreme Court tosses longshot appeal from Virginians to use new congressional map that would benefit Democrats
The Supreme Court on Friday tossed out an emergency request from Virginia officials to reinstate a congressional map that would have benefited Democrats in this year’s midterm election, a widely expected decision that represented the court’s latest foray into a nationwide redistricting war.
Democrats’ redistricting push in Virginia dies at Supreme Court
The U.S. Supreme Court rejected Virginia Democrats' longshot bid to revive a new congressional map. It leaves the national party at a redistricting disadvantage.
First Round Of Rural Health Transformation Funds Now Available - West Virginia Public Broadcasting
The state’s nearly $200 million award from the federal government for 2026 aims to strengthen rural health systems statewide.
Virginia Launches “Beyond the Blues” Campaign to Raise Awareness of Perinatal and Postpartum Depression - Virginia Department of Health
IMMEDIATE RELEASE – May 15, 2026 VDH Media Contact: Cheryle Rodriguez cheryle.rodriguez@vdh.virginia.gov DBHDS Media Contact: Lauren Cunningham, lauren.cunningham@dbhds.virginia.gov Virginia Launches “Beyond the Blues” Campaign to Raise Awareness of Perinatal and Postpartum Depression Campaign helps Virginians recognize emotional changes earlier, reduce stigma and connect parents and families to support. (RICHMOND, Va.) — In honor of Maternal Mental Health Month in […]
Virginia Launches “Beyond the Blues” Campaign to Raise Awareness of Perinatal and Postpartum Depression
IMMEDIATE RELEASE – May 15, 2026 VDH Media Contact: Cheryle Rodriguez cheryle.rodriguez@vdh.virginia.gov DBHDS Media Contact: Lauren Cunningham, lauren.cunningham@dbhds.virginia.gov Virginia Launches “Beyond the Blues” Campaign to Raise Awareness of Perinatal and Postpartum Depression Campaign helps Virginians recognize emotional changes earlier, reduce stigma and connect parents and families to support. (RICHMOND, Va.) — In honor of Maternal Mental Health Month in […]
AI research papers are getting better, and it’s a big problem for scientists
Journal editors and peer reviewers are being flooded with AI-generated papers that are almost impossible to detect.
Microsoft starts canceling Claude Code licenses
Thousands of Microsoft developers will use GitHub Copilot CLI instead
Peter Bourque, top uncommitted 2027 QB, chooses Virginia Tech
Four-star recruit Peter Bourque, the top uncommitted QB in the 2027 recruiting class, committed to Virginia Tech.
Top available quarterback commits to Virginia Tech over Georgia
James Franklin and the Virginia Tech Hokies have landed Peter Bourque over the Georgia Bulldogs. He was the top uncommitted quarterback.
WV-based business reaches millions of new customers overseas with Coupang
J.Q. Dickinson Salt-Works produces salt from ancient underground reservoir J.Q. Dickinson Salt-Works, a 14-employee family business in Malden, West Virginia that produces signature culinary salts, is expanding internationally for the first time by selling its products in Asia through Coupang, a U.S.-based technology company and international retailer. Nancy Bruns, a descendant of the original family […]
A free concert, bigger parade and expanded entertainment: Buckhannon's investment helps Strawberry Festival festival reach new heights
Buckhannon boosted its support for the West Virginia Strawberry Festival with a record $50,000 contribution, helping fund a free Main Street concert headlined by Parmalee and expanded entertainment.
Both parties' shameless redistricting ploys may poison midterms
Texas' aggressive redistricting push has triggered a new partisan map war, exposing how both parties are abandoning long-standing political norms.
Health Services Administration Student Inspired by Family Experience to Improve Patient Care
When Amaya Allen graduates in May with her Bachelor of Science in Public Health (B.S.P.H.) in Health Services Administration, she will carry with her a clear sense of commitment to improving healthcare systems. A native of Suffolk, Virginia, and graduate of Kings Fork High School, Amaya’s path to healthcare administration wasn’t planned. Her Old Dominion University studies began in a different health sciences program, but a life-changing experience shifted her focus.
Bomb Threat Investigation Underway at Augusta Health
FISHERSVILLE, VIRGINIA—Augusta Health is currently addressing a bomb threat reported at the main hospital. The safety and security of our patients, staff, and visitors are our top priorities. At approximately 1:30 p.m. today, our facility received a bomb threat by phone. Immediately upon receiving the threat, we activated our emergency response procedures and notified local […]
Manufacturing Industry Tech Entrepreneur Madhur Bedre Named West Virginia Small Business Person of the Year
SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va., May 13, 2026--Madhur Bedre, founder and owner of Atlas Prediction Control LLC, has been named West Virginia’s Small Business Person of the Year by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), recognizing his leadership in building an innovative, fast-growing company rooted in Appalachia.
Scientists and Virginia aquaculture industry unite to prepare for ocean acidification
Research by William & Mary’s Batten School & VIMS is bringing together scientists, shellfish farmers and community planners to prepare for environmental challenges related to ocean and coastal acidification in the Chesapeake Bay.
Business and education leaders form group to advocate for Virginia’s K-12 schools
The group, which will be announced in Richmond on Wednesday, is modeled after the Virginia Higher Education Business Council.
Shelley Moore Capito wins West Virginia GOP Senate primary with Trump's endorsement backing her bid
Sen. Shelley Moore Capito secures the GOP Senate nomination in West Virginia's primary, backed by President Trump's complete and total endorsement.
Dems’ latest Virginia redistricting scheme draws mockery amid major court filing blunder
Democrats are facing Republican ridicule from a former prosecutor after reportedly filing their Virginia redistricting appeal to the wrong Supreme Court
Virginia Democrats’ irresponsible new plan to save their gerrymander
Democrats just handed the Supreme Court’s Republicans a loaded weapon.
Live Results: West Virginia midterm state and congressional primaries
West Virginia voters will nominate candidates for the U.S. Senate and the U.S. House.
Jen Kiggans, Virginia Republican, Faces Uproar Over Radio Host’s Racist Remark About Jeffries
Representative Jen Kiggans, a Republican in a tough re-election fight, faced criticism after she agreed with comments by a local radio host that included a racist line about Hakeem Jeffries, the Democratic minority leader.
Virginia representative distances herself after agreeing with radio show host’s offensive comment about Jeffries
A Republican congresswoman from Virginia is defending herself amid calls for her to resign after she agreed with a radio host’s remark referring to House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries’ “cotton-picking hands.”
3 people in Maryland and Virginia are being monitored for hantavirus
Two people in Maryland may have been exposed to hantavirus on a flight, health officials said. One person in Virginia was on a cruise with a deadly outbreak.
Democrats say Republican lawmaker must resign for agreeing with 'cotton-picking' remark
Kiggans later said she was agreeing that the first Black American to lead a party in Congress should stay out of Virginia politics.
Tuesday’s primaries will set up midterm matchups for Nebraska, West Virginia
Retiring Rep. Don Bacon’s 2nd District is a top target for Democrats, while Democratic drama in the Senate primary could shake up GOP Sen. Pete Ricketts’ re-election race.
May 14 Vallejo-Vacaville Arts/Entertainment Source: Activities
May 14: Benicia Farmers Market, 4 p.m., Downtown Benicia at First Street. May 14: Greg Rahn, 5:30 p.m., Empress Marquee Club, 324 Virginia St., Vallejo. May 15: Vietnam Wall Half-size Replica Dedication with Capt. Edmond Landers,…
Virginia Democrats ask US Supreme Court to let them use new congressional map
Democratic officials in Virginia asked the US Supreme Court on Monday to reinstate a congressional map that would benefit their party ahead of this year’s midterm elections, the latest map drawing appeal to reach the high court amid a flurry of mid-decade redistricting.
Democrats ask Supreme Court to halt a Virginia ruling blocking new congressional districts
Democrats on Monday filed an emergency appeal with the U.S. Supreme Court seeking to halt a Virginia ruling invalidating a ballot measure that would have given their party an additional four winnable U.S. House seats.
Virginia Officials Ask Supreme Court to Restore Voting Map Drawn by Democrats
State officials asked the justices to overturn a Virginia Supreme Court decision that struck down a congressional map, a major defeat for Democrats.
Virginia recognizes School Nurse Appreciation Day at the State Capitol - Virginia Department of Health
Virginia officials, school nurses, and public health and education leaders gathered on the steps of the Virginia State Capitol on May 6 to recognize School Nurse Appreciation Day and honor the important role school nurses play in supporting student health and learning across the Commonwealth. Held during National Nurses Week, the proclamation ceremony included representatives […]
AP Decision Notes: What to expect in West Virginia's primaries
Republican West Virginia Gov. Patrick Morrisey isn’t on the primary ballot Tuesday but is staking his political capital to reshape his party’s massive supermajorities in the state Legislature more to his liking
'Space Gal' Emily Calandrelli Is on a Mission to Make Science Fun for Everyone
Emily Calandrelli, aka "The Space Gal," is a popular YouTuber and host of former Netflix series "Emily's Wonder Lab."
Redistricting wars: Can our politics get any more polarized? (Yes)
Don't look to history because we've never done this before. But President Trump's push to redistrict and the Democrats' response will reverberate.
Color Off the Mid-Atlantic Coast
Something is brewing in shallow waters offshore of Delaware, New Jersey, Maryland, and Virginia.
West Virginia Small Business Development Center announces AI Pitch Competition winners
Three West Virginia small businesses received professional services awards after winning the West Virginia Small Business Development Center's AI Pitch Competition.
Maaden LIV Golf Virginia: Lucas Herbert Avoids Collapse, Picks Up Victory
Lucas Herbert was able to come away with the individual win at Maaden LIV Golf Virginia, while 4Aces picked up the team victory in the team tournament.
“We Are the Ones We’ve Been Waiting For”: Bhatti’s Vision for a Different Politics
Virginia congressional candidate Salaam Bhatti discusses campaign finance reform, redistricting, and his policy vision rooted in community and structural change. In this interview, Bhatti outlines his approach to welfare reform, donor influence, and the role of local engagement in shaping a more responsive and representative government.
Trump’s role as LIV Golf host renews scrutiny over conflicts of interest
Experts are raising conflict-of-interest and ethical concerns after President Donald Trump hosted a LIV Golf event at his Virginia property this weekend, renewing scrutiny over whether the Trump family is financially benefiting from his time in office while supporting a golf league backed by a government accused of human rights abuses.
Science 4 Everyone: How much rain do we need to properly moisturize soil?
While the D.C. area did get some rain over the past few days, did it improve the amount of moisture in the soil? Storm Team4 meteorologist and science teacher Ryan Miller checks it out in Arlington, Virginia.
After Virginia Redistricting Map Is Tossed, Democrats Search Desperately for a Response
A conversation involving House members from Virginia and the top House Democrat reflected the fury and desperation that has gripped the party after Friday’s ruling in the state.
Democratic Candidates Scramble in Virginia After Court Tosses Map
A court ruling that struck down an election map swiftly ended some Democratic House candidacies and pushed others into much tougher races.
Politics And Redistricting Shake Virginia: Abigail Spanberger Faces Backlash As Court Overturns Controversial New Map In Major Political Redistricting Battle
olitics and redistricting have once again collided in Virginia, creating one of the most closely watched political battles in the state in recent years. The
Virginia Tech softball makes NCAA Tournament hosting case after loss
Despite losing to Florida State in the ACC title game, Virginia Tech coach Pete D'Amour believes his Hokies should host an NCAA Tournament regional.
Virginia public health expert urges calm response to hantavirus
As health officials in multiple countries are urgently working to track and contain a hantavirus outbreak, a Va. health expert says people should not be overly worried.
Redistricting Ruling in Virginia Adds to Gov. Abigail Spanberger’s Headaches
Gov. Abigail Spanberger had initially been skeptical of the push for new maps, but as the state’s leading Democrat she had a political stake in its fate.
Virginia Tech football: Baltimore S Elijah Butler commits to Hokies
The Hokies land St. Frances (Baltimore) safety Elijah Butler over Florida and Auburn.
Top House Democrat vows to go ‘all in’ on 2028 gerrymandering push after Virginia setback
Hakeem Jeffries predicted his party would still win the US House in November despite the GOP’s now-clear advantage in the nationwide redistricting fight.
‘The hill just got a little steeper’: Dems reel after Virginia Supreme Court voids redistricting referendum ahead of midterms
The glaring error in the Virginia Supreme Court’s gerrymandering decision
The court buried itself in dictionaries and missed the obvious.
Virginia Supreme Court strikes down Democrats’ redistricting plan, dimming party’s midterm hopes
Voters narrowly approved the amendment April 21, but the court's ruling renders the results of that vote meaningless.
Court rejects Virginia redistricting in a blow to Democrats' counter to Trump, GOP
Virginia voters approved redistricting that could help Democrats pick up four House seats. Democrats said it was to counter the gains that Trump and the GOP have picked up in Republican-led states.
Virginia Supreme Court blocks Democratic-drawn congressional map voters approved in April
The court ruled that Democrats did not follow proper procedure when they put the constitutional amendment on the ballot in an effort to flip four House seats.
Virginia Supreme Court rules on new congressional map
The ruling is a significant victory for Republicans in the state, who argued the map was an "unconstitutional power grab," and would grant Democrats a 10-1 advantage.
Virginia Supreme Court blocks referendum that would have helped Democrats win up to four more US House seats
The Virginia Supreme Court voided Democrats’ attempt to redraw the state’s US House map in an April referendum.
In Huge Blow to Democrats, Virginia Court Strikes Down House Map
The decision by the state’s top court is a major victory for Republicans, wiping away a measure approved by voters to allow Democrats to gain as many as four House seats in the midterms.
Virginian from hantavirus cruise ship is home, under public health monitoring
Passengers who were aboard the cruise ship at the center of the deadly hantavirus outbreak are now back in the U.S., and one passenger is in Virginia. For privacy reasons, the Virginia Department of Health is not releasing many details about the passenger who was on that ship, including what part of the commonwealth that person is from. That person is…
Public health officials warn of rise in measles, as Va. hantavirus patient under monitor
As summer travel season is a factor in disease spread, state and federal government leaders offer guidance and resources.
Multi-use clinic River City Health & Wellness finds its solo space in Scott's Addition
“People can do their workout, do their recovery aspect, and they’ve got their providers all on-site,” owner Helen Robertson said. “I do think this model’s going to really start taking off…I know we’re the first ones in Virginia doing all of the things under one roof.”
Hantavirus - Statement from the Virginia Department of Health - Virginia Department of Health
As of May 7, 2026, please see the Virginia Department of Health’s statement: The Virginia Department of Health is monitoring this situation closely and has been in active communication with our federal partners at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). To date, one Virginia traveler who was on the MV Hondius disembarked the ship and has […]
Hantavirus Pulmonary Syndrome (HPS) - Statement from the Virginia Department of Health - Virginia Department of Health
As of May 7, 2026, please see the Virginia Department of Health’s statement below: The Virginia Department of Health is monitoring this situation closely and has been in active communication with our federal partners at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). To date, one Virginia traveler who was on the MV Hondius disembarked the ship […]
34-year-old competed on 'Survivor' after starting her own business from her apartment and NYC-to-D.C. train commute: It 'truly was a reset'
Bianca Roses competed on season 48 of "Survivor" while building her own PR agency back at home in Arlington, Virginia, after quitting her job.
4 WVU students awarded prestigious NSF Graduate Research Fellowships
The four West Virginia University students — Daniel Campa, of Morgantown; Colin Krisulevicz, of Salisbury, Maryland; Rebecca Ozbolt, of Akron, Ohio; and Samuel Stalnaker, of Atwater, California and Cowen — have joined the ranks of the nation’s top emerging researchers after earning National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowships.
What Makes the Best Business School? Darden Leaders Weigh In
Four deans. One question. At a moment of change for business education, leaders from across Darden’s recent history explore what it would take to become the best business school in the world — and why the answer may never be fixed.
What we’ve learned in Bristol about reproductive freedom
Abortion bans not only create barriers to health care, like we saw with the closure of the Bristol health clinic, but they also change how doctors and nurses approach treatment, guest columnist Cheryl Hanzik writes.
FBI searches business, other locations associated with Democratic Virginia state senator
Lucas, the president pro tempore of the Virginia Senate, has recently focused her attention on redrawing the state’s congressional maps
FBI searches office of Virginia lawmaker who helped lead redistricting push
The search is connected to a long-running public corruption investigation into her that has roots in the Biden era, a source familiar with the matter tells NBC News.
AP report: FBI searches Virginia Senate leader's office as part of corruption probe
The search at Virginia Sen. L. Louise Lucas’s district office in Portsmouth comes after the Democrat helped lead the state’s recent redistricting effort.
FBI raids Sen. Louise Lucas’ Portsmouth office, cannabis business
Federal agents on Wednesday morning raided the Portsmouth office of state Sen. Louise Lucas, one of Virginia’s most powerful Democratic lawmakers, with multiple news outlets reporting an extensive law enforcement operation that included FBI agents, SWAT teams and court-authorized searches tied to several locations across the commonwealth.Fox News, who was first to report the news, said the FBI executed search warrants at several sites, including Lucas’ legislative office in Portsmouth. Staffers inside the building were ordered outside and were not allowed to re-enter as agents searched the premises. Witnesses saw federal agents carrying boxes out of the building.
FBI raids business of powerful Virginia state Sen. L. Louise Lucas
The offices of state Sen. L. Louise Lucas, a Democrat, as well as a cannabis dispensary she co-owns were raided. The exact nature and targets of the probe remain unclear.