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LIST | Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger signs off on dozens of State House bills
1+ day, 29+ min ago (222+ words) Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger signed her first slate of legislation from the State House on MondayHere are some of the bills signedHB1227:Private activ ... LIST | Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger signs off on dozens of State House bills ARLINGTON, Va. (7News) " Virginia Governor…...
New poll shows Virginia governor's race tightening, Spanberger still leads
5+ mon, 3+ week ago (128+ words) ARLINGTON, Va. (7News) " A new poll from the Republican polling firm Cygnal shows that Virginia's gubernatorial race is getting tighter, though Democrat Abigail Spanberger still holds a lead over Republican Winsome Earle-Sears. The shows this is where the race stands among…...
Youngkin executive order gives feds access to Virginia's voter rolls ahead of early voting
6+ mon, 2+ week ago (334+ words) RICHMOND, Va. (7News) " Gov. Glenn Youngkin on Friday issued an executive order aimed at strengthening election security as Virginians prepare for early voting in the 2025 general election. Executive Order 53 directs the Virginia Department of Elections to update system standards, improve collaboration…...
Virginia 2025 Primary Election Guide | Polls open at 6 a.m., here's what you need to know
9+ mon, 2+ week ago (245+ words) ARLINGTON, Va. (7News) " The Virginia 2025 Democratic and Republican primary is set for Tuesday, June 17.Seats for lieutenant governor and attorney general are up for grabs, along with all 100 House of Delegates seats and many local races. The state's next governor will…...
Chesapeake Bay blue crab population plunges to second lowest number in recent history
10+ mon, 1+ week ago (226+ words) The survey estimates there are 238 million crabs, the second lowest since the survey began in 1990. The first all-time low was reported in 2022 when there were 226 million crabs. Adult male crabs are ... Chesapeake Bay blue crab population plunges to second lowest…...
Culpeper, Virginia: Where History, Adventure, and Summer Magic Meet
10+ mon, 3+ week ago (411+ words) Tucked in the foothills of Virginia's Blue Ridge Mountains, Culpeper, Virginia may just be the summer destination you didn't know you needed. Culpeper, Virginia: Where History, Adventure, and Summer Magic Meet by Good Morning Washington CULPEPER, Va. (7News) " Tucked in the…...
Substitute teacher arrested for indecent exposure near Virginia middle school
11+ mon, 1+ week ago (202+ words) Wade Ponce De Leon, 31, a substitute teacher, was arrested for indecent exposure near the Virginia middle school at which he taught, officials said. Pope Francis, the first Latin American pontiff who overcame resistance to reshape the Roman Catholic Church, died…...
Newly released analysis determines Maryland bridges do not meet risk threshold standards
11+ mon, 1+ week ago (226+ words) In response to a critique from the NTSB, the Maryland Transportation Authority is revealing plans for safety measures to protect the Chesapeake Bay Bridge. Newly released analysis determines Maryland bridges do not meet risk threshold standards ANNAPOLIS, Md. (7News) " In response to…...
Several Virginia state seats are up for grabs as some delegates propose a 'purple caucus"
11+ mon, 2+ week ago (469+ words) This year, Virginia residents will elect a new Governor, a new Lieutenant Governor; and all 100 House of Delegates districts will be on the ballot.Virginia Atto President Donald Trump hosts an Easter Prayer Service and Dinner in the Blue Room…...
Exclusive: 7News rides along with ICE in Virginia where removal operations are rising
11+ mon, 3+ week ago (889+ words) 7News got an exclusive look at what ICE and multiple federal and state law enforcement officers are doing in Virginia to carry out Trump's mass deportation plan WASHINGTON (7News) " On Thursday, 7News got an exclusive look at what U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)…...