Democrats say they’ll lower costs. Can they cut deals with Trump?
House Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries is promising voters his party will make life more affordable, if they boot Republicans from power in Congress in the midterms.
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Josh Hartnett, co-stars preview Netflix thriller 'Below'
"Below," co-starring Josh Hartnett, Mackenzie Davis and Charlie Heaton, begins streaming Thursday, Oct. 8, on Netflix.
3 residents displaced after overnight apartment fire in Chesapeake
One adult was evaluated for possible smoke inhalation but was not transported to a hospital.
Human remains found off I-95 in Richmond area, police say
Human remains were found in a wooded area just off Interstate 95 in the Richmond area on Sunday, according to police.
‘Strangers’ author Belle Burden brings bestselling divorce memoir to Richmond
After her 20-year marriage fell apart, Belle Burden wrote it all down. Now she’s bringing “Strangers” to Richmond.
Norfolk police investigating after report of shooting into house on Argonne Avenue
Norfolk police are investigating after a report of a shooting into an occupied dwelling on Argonne Avenue.
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries sits down with Francesca Chambers, USA TODAY’s White House Correspondent, for an exclusive on-camera interview in Washington, D.C., on Oct. 1, 2026.
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries sits down with Francesca Chambers, USA Today’s White House Correspondent, for an exclusive on-camera interview in Washington, D.C., on Oct. 1.
President Donald Trump speaks with House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-New York, as he departs at the end of his inaugural ceremonies at the U.S. Capitol.
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries sits down with USA TODAY for an exclusive on-camera interview in Washington, D.C., on Oct. 1, 2026.
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries sits down with USA Today for an exclusive on-camera interview in Washington, D.C., on Oct. 1.
How does Virginia football move forward after another troubling loss?
After Saturday's blowout loss at Florida State, how does Virginia football and coach Tony Elliott move forward this season?
At 61, Virginia singer finds second chance on “The Voice”
Kyle Davis never planned on auditioning for “The Voice.” His daughter signed him up, setting the 61-year-old singer on an unexpected path.
A new Supreme Court term begins with cases on climate change, immigration and gun rights
Climate change, weapon bans and religious rights are all on the docket this term as the Supreme Court begins hearing arguments.
Richmond chef turns Short Pump bakery into sandwich shop
Lindsey’s Sandwich Shop is now open in Short Pump.
US Air Force removes all bombers from British air base targeted by a suspected terror attack
The U.S. Air Force has brought home its bombers stationed at a U.S.-run military air base in England used to strike Iran.
Newport News Shipbuilding experiencing power outage
The shipyard is telling first shift employees not to report to work and says remote work from home is encouraged.
Perriello seeks another 5th District upset as McGuire leans on Trump
Democrats are looking to an old winner for a new opening in Virginia’s 5th Congressional District, where former U.S. Rep. Tom Perriello is trying to repeat the upset that briefly put the Republican-leaning seat in his party’s hands 18 years ago. Perriello, who defeated longtime Republican incumbent Virgil Goode in…
Virginia localities weigh 1% sales tax for school construction as voters decide on expansion
Six years ago, the city of Danville in Virginia’s Southside region struggled to raise funds for school construction and modernization across 15 schools, with nearly a quarter of its population, around 42,000, living in poverty. But since the state authorized the city to levy an additional sales and use tax of up to 1%…
EPA to give $90M for clean water and restoration projects in Chesapeake Bay watershed, 28 in Va.
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Deputy Administrator David Fotouhi announced Friday in Smithfield that the agency will disburse $37 million to localities to aid Chesapeake Bay pollution reduction and clean up efforts. An additional $53 million in matching grant funds will be awarded to 83 projects across the…
Hiring slows in September with job growth of 29K
Jobs across the United States rose by 29,000 in September, a disappointing result as recent growth was also revised down in Friday’s monthly jobs report, the last one before midterm elections. September growth was a large dip from a strong August number that was revised down from 162,000 to 133,000 in the new report…
Woman arrested in California for allegedly spying on Taiwanese officials for China
Per the affidavit, Wanying Zhang allegedly traveled to Seattle last year and conducted surveillance on a close relative of a Taiwanese government official.
Identical twin brothers return to Va. hometown to co-run an ER, more state headlines
• “First bill of 2027 aims to protect people with autism, other disabilities.” — Richmond Times-Dispatch • “Virginia Beach schools violated Title IX for years, feds find. It may be more complicated.” — The Virginian-Pilot • “Winchester area still fastest-growing in Virginia.” — The Northern Virginia Daily • “Out of…
Woman jumps from window, 3 officers hurt after rescuing toddler from New Orleans fire
According to New Orleans police, the officers were helping firefighters with rescue efforts at an apartment building.
Human remains found in Middlesex County amid search for 61-year-old man
Human remains were found in Middlesex County Sunday evening as search efforts remain underway for a 61-year-old man who went missing two weeks ago.
Richmond's 2nd Street Festival celebrates historic Jackson Ward
Richmond's 2nd Street Festival returned for its 38th year over the weekend to celebrate the River City's historic Jackson Ward and its culture and history.
New jury duty scam out of Chesterfield getting more elaborate for less money
A new jury duty scam out of Chesterfield is making it even harder to spot the red flags in these common tricks. Scammers aren't just after thousands of dollars anymore, they're taking whatever they can get.
67-year-old driver injured after head-on crash in Prince George
A 67-year-old woman was injured after a head-on crash Sunday afternoon in Prince George.
71-year-old man charged with DUI after wrong-way crash with Virginia State Police car
A man was charged with driving under the influence after a wrong-way crash into a state trooper on Interstate 295 in Prince George County early Sunday morning.
60-year-old pedestrian killed in Dinwiddie crash
A 60-year-old man died Friday evening after he was hit by a car on Route 1 in Dinwiddie.
Man shot at motel in Richmond's North Side
A man was hospitalized after a shooting at a motel in Richmond's North Side on Saturday night.
FOIA Friday: Virginia faces scrutiny over public records transparency
One of the less noticed features of the Virginia Way is the long-running tendency of the commonwealth’s leaders to conduct their decision-making behind closed doors. While the Virginia Freedom of Information Act presumes all government business is by default public and requires officials to justify why exceptions…
The simple affordability fix Virginia just can’t seem to make
Across the political spectrum, people who do the math come up with the same answer: the cheapest kilowatt-hour is the one you don’t need to use. A well-insulated building outfitted with LED lighting and energy-efficient appliances saves money for occupants over time even when upfront costs are higher. It’s astounding…
Feds provide guidance on new federal K-12 scholarship tax credit program
The U.S. Department of the Treasury released new guidance Thursday for participating states, scholarship-granting organizations and taxpayers as the federal scholarship tax credit program prepares to take effect in January. Created through President Donald Trump’s massive tax and spending law in 2025, the Education…