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Thoughts from Mister Roger’s neighborhood: quick hits by your intrepid Virginia Mercury columnist, Roger Chesley. When it comes to voting,...

Tenants nationwide can comment until April 13, as the federal commission considers a new consumer protection rule. The Federal Trade...

By: Shannon Heckt – April 8, 2026 5:26 am A court ruling has once again halted a massive rezoning effort...

Polls show tight support while Democrats press for stronger push and Republicans ramp up opposition. Gov. Abigail Spanberger on Wednesday...

House Bill 500, sponsored by Del. John McAuliff, D-Fauquier, would enable the Department of Conservation and Recreation to receive a...

Spanberger signs bipartisan package spanning infrastructure, academics and student safety. Framing education as a cornerstone of her administration, Gov. Abigail...

Public concern about the ubiquitous man-made chemicals known as perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) has finally translated into bipartisan legislation...

This year, lawmakers in Virginia and two other states passed bills requiring municipalities to allow manufactured homes — houses that...

Researchers say many cases begin with unclear pricing and billing, and can escalate into wage garnishment and financial hardship. By:...

Clinics face growing pressure as rebate loss and federal reductions disrupt medication access and erode trust. People living with Human...