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Gov. Youngkin, Va. legislators denounce political violence after deadly Trump rally shooting
Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin and Virginia lawmakers reacted to the shooting at a July 13 campaign rally in Pennsylvania — where former President Donald Trump and two others were injured and two people, including the shooter, were killed — by denouncing political violence. Youngkin thanked God for “protecting” Trump, he said in a statement Sunday […] The post Gov. Youngkin, Va. legislators denounce political violence after deadly Trump rally shooting appeared first on Virginia Mercury.
After 235 years, America still isn’t ready for President Kamala Harris
The question burning at the center of American public opinion since the first presidential debate: If President Joe Biden steps down, who will replace him as the Democratic nominee for president of the United States? The most obvious answer appears to be the nation’s second-in-command, Vice President Kamala Harris. But her candidacy would face nearly […] The post After 235 years, America still isn’t ready for President Kamala Harris appeared first on Virginia Mercury.
FOIA Friday: New footage shows ‘excessive force’ history of Chesterfield officer
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 should be made, too many Virginia leaders in […] The post FOIA Friday: New footage shows ‘excessive force’ history of Chesterfield officer appeared first on Virginia Mercury.
CNBC names state best for business and more Virginia headlines
• “Virginia is America’s Top State for Business in 2024, with the nation’s best schools and solid infrastructure.”—CNBC • “Good files recount petition in highly contested 5th District GOP primary.”—Cardinal News • “‘No rift’ between Warner, Kaine as Dems debate Biden’s status.”—Richmond Times-Dispatch • “81-year-old Norfolk woman was held down by daughter while grandson strangled […]
Jamestown-Scotland Ferry service back on track
Passengers worried their summer travel plans would be disrupted by a schedule change to the ferry service over the James River will now have smooth sailing after all. Last month, the Virginia Department of Transportation announced a reduced schedule to begin on July 8 because the service for the Jamestown-Scotland Ferry lacked a certified chief […] The post Jamestown-Scotland Ferry service back on track appeared first on Virginia Mercury.
‘Miracle’ dog rescued from cave in Narrows and more Virginia headlines
• “Despite Virginia heat, some voters remain chilly on Biden.”—WTVF • “Chesterfield Parks and Rec announces ban on swimming in parks.”—Richmond Times-Dispatch • “Ranking quicker, cheaper fixes to Northern Virginia’s congestion woes.”—WTOP • “Deadly canine virus on the rise in Central Virginia.”—WVIR • “Cavers exploring in western Virginia rescue ‘miracle’ dog found 40 to 50 […]
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