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Fate of bills to ban assault-style weapons still pending; governor’s action deadline is April 13. Gov. Abigail Spanberger tapped into...

Building on campaign promises by the governor and Democratic lawmakers, health care and housing affordability bills dominated the 2026 legislative...

Measure wins broad public support but carries growing fiscal impact and draws GOP concern. Gov. Abigail Spanberger on Thursday signed...

By: Shannon Heckt – April 9, 2026 12:13 pm Gov. Abigail Spanberger on Wednesday announced she signed another slate of...

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...