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Attorney General Miyares Files Amicus Brief to Protect Women’s / Girls’ Sports
Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares has filed an amicus brief in support of the Hanover County School Board’s policy that reaffirmed that, for sports separated by sex, student participation would generally be determined by sex rather than gender identity. The School Board is opposing a legal challenge that would require it to allow a biological […]
Opening Ceremony viewing party at Hampton library
HAMPTON, Va. (WAVY) – The main branch of the Hampton Public Library is hosting a viewing party Friday afternoon for the Opening Ceremony of the 2024 Paris Olympics. The ceremony begins at 1:30 p.m., but guests can start arriving at 1 p.m. Light refreshments will be served and there...
Chesapeake police investigate after cases dismissed while officer worked at Trump rally
It was a Friday morning in Chesapeake traffic court, and the room was full of people who’d been cited for things like speeding, ignoring traffic signals, having an expired license and driving while intoxicated. District Judge Erin Evans-Bedois had an announcement to make at the start of the June 28 court session, according to two attorneys who were there. The judge told the group that the ...
Teen Mom’s Jenelle Evans Emotionally Admits She Didn’t ‘Feel Safe’ After David Eason Split
Teen Mom star Jenelle Evans got emotional while discussing her split from estranged husband David Eason amid their legal battle. Jenelle, 32, explained that she wanted to move her family from North Carolina to Las Vegas, Nevada, in order to get away from David, 36, during the Thursday, July 25, episode of Teen Mom: The Next Chapter.
W&M receives its largest ever donation towards the Virginia Institute of Marine Science
WILLIAMSBURG, Va. (WAVY) – William & Mary (W&M) received their largest ever donation on Wednesday in the hopes of helping coastal communities defend against rising seas, intense storms and changing temperatures. W&M President Katherine Rowe announced on Wednesday the $100 million donation from Jane Batten, a W&M alumni and notable philanthropist. “Ms. Battens investment is […]
Nonprofit awarded $39 million for forest management across South Carolina’s coastal plain
MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C. (WCBD)- The South Carolina branch of a national nonprofit has received a multi-million grant for a forest management project aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions. The Nature Conservancy (TNC) announced Friday that it was awarded $200 million to support projects designed to reduce carbon emissions in four states — South Carolina, Maryland, […]
Walmart and Aldi Produce Pulled Due to Listeria Concerns
Due to possible listeria concerns, officials have recalled several types of produce (including):. According to a recent Patch article, the FDA says the produce was "sold at both Walmart stores and Aldi supermarkets between July 5 and 12." "According to officials, the products were sold in 13 states, including Connecticut,...
WAVY-TV 10 recognized as top employer for internships
RICHMOND, Va. (WAVY) – WAVY-TV 10 has been named a top employer for interns in Virginia. WAVY Internship Coordinator Stephanie Cooke traveled to Richmond Thursday to be recognized on a day Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin proclaimed Virginia Intern Day. Speakers included Newport News Mayor Barry Duval, who now leads the Virginia Chamber of Commerce. He […]
1 Million Virginians Struggle to Affordable Housing: The Urgent Need for Affordable Solutions in Southwest and Southern Virginia
The affordable housing crisis in Southwest and Southern Virginia affects nearly one million residents, particularly essential workers, emphasizing the urgent need for more affordable housing and targeted solutions like the 5000 Families pilot program to provide stability and support for families with school-age children. Affordable Housing Crisis in Southwest and Southern Virginia – Urgent Need […]
FEC greenlights Rep. Good’s recount fund request
The Federal Election Commission Thursday to approve Rep. Bob Good’s (R-Va.) request to use general election funds to seed his recount fund following his contentious Republican primary loss in Virginia’s 5th Congressional District. But in order to use the funds to cover recount expenses, he must first ask the donors for their approval. “Good for…
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