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Killer of Virginia Woman Found Stuffed in a Toolbox Gets Life Sentence

Hagen Lawrence Roberts receives life sentence for the brutal murder of Cynthia Capps, who was stabbed over 90 times. The case highlights overwhelming evidence leading to the conviction.

International Business Times UK

"Absolutely infuriating": House Democrats' campaign arm faces revolt from candidates

"This is exactly what we as Democrats have been complaining about for years," said one candidate in Virginia.

Axios

The search for Democrats’ HR 1

At their annual policy retreat in Virginia this week, House Democrats talked affordability — and exactly what that means.

Roll Call

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Women’s College Basketball Coaches With the Most at Stake in March

In this week’s roundtable, our staff looks at who has the most pressure heading into tournament time.

Sports Illustrated

Who is Sage Blair? Virginia teen invited as special guest at Trump’s State of the Union address

Sage Blair, a teenager from Virginia whose lawsuit against school officials has drawn national attention, attended President Donald Trump’s State of the Union address as a special guest on Tuesday night. She was accompanied by her mother, Michelle Blair.

The Times of India

Trump is ‘making your life harder’: Democrat Abigail Spanberger argues in State of the Union response

Spanberger spoke from Colonial Williamsburg to deliver a message on affordability on behalf of the Democratic Party

The Independent UK

‘We did not hear the truth’: Spanberger criticizes Trump over cost of living

Virginia’s new governor gives State of the Union rebuttal while Alex Padilla echoes themes in Spanish response

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Judge blocks DOJ from ‘wholesale’ search of Washington Post reporter’s seized devices

The judge said he will independently review the contents of the reporter’s phone

The Independent UK

What to expect in Gov Abigail Spanberger’s response to Trump State of the Union address

She will have far less time than the Republican president to deliver her rebuttal

The Independent UK

24-Year Mystery Ends: North Carolina Mom Found Alive, Family Grapples With Lost Time

A North Carolina mother who vanished 24 years ago has been found alive, leaving her family and police officers with unanswered questions

International Business Times UK

Abigail Spanberger: Democrats turn to centrist as party seeks return to relevance

Choice of Virginia governor to give Trump rebuttal suggests DNC believes moderate approach could bring midterm wins

The Guardian - US

Who Is John Barron? Donald Trump Connection Scrutinised After C-Span Exposes Caller Who Commented on SC's Tariff Decision

A mysterious C-SPAN caller named 'John Barron' criticises the Supreme Court's tariff ruling, sparking speculation about Trump's involvement

International Business Times UK

Mystery As Mom Of 3 Who Vanished 24 Years Ago Is Found Alive, Leaving Family With Unanswered Questions

The woman’s daughter wrote a lengthy message on Facebook after her mother was found, asking: “Will I have a relationship once more with my mom?”

Bored Panda

ICE Can Reportedly Access Flock Surveillance Cameras — Now Americans Are Destroying Them

As Flock's licence plate surveillance network spreads across thousands of US communities and shares data with ICE, residents from Oregon to Virginia are sawing down cameras, pressuring city councils and testing how far they can push back against a quiet expansion of state and corporate power.

International Business Times UK

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Who is 'John Barron' from Virginia who called CSPAN to rant about Supreme Court's tariff decision in Trump style? 'This can't be real'

A caller who claimed to be John Barron from Virginia as he spoke to CSPAN after the Supreme Court struck down President Donald Trump's tariffs is going viral because the Internet is impressed by the near-perfect impersonation of President Donald Trump. Trump in the 1980s and '90s used the alias…

The Times of India

Who is James Hundley? Virginia prosecutor fired after being appointed interim US Attorney to replace Trump loyalist

The US Department of Justice has fired veteran lawyer James W Hundley just hours after a panel of federal judges unanimously appointed him as interim US Attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia, marking the latest clash between the judiciary and the Trump administration over prosecutorial appointments.

The Times of India

Who is Hannah Natanson? Washington Post reporter at centre of FBI raid as US judge raises concerns over press freedom

A federal judge in Virginia has declined to immediately order the return of devices seized from Washington Post reporter Hannah Natanson during an FBI raid on her home, but expressed deep concern over the implications for press freedom and confidential sources.

Reason

Virginia Democrats' Push for Mandatory Government Unions Is Not an 'Affordability' Agenda

The legislation would almost certainly lead to a higher cost of living in the form of substantial tax increases.

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The Independent UK

DOJ swiftly fires lawyer chosen to take over from Trump pick Lindsey Halligan as Virginia prosecutor

Halligan resigned from the position last month after judges in the district continued to express skepticism regarding the legitimacy of her appointment

The Independent UK

Judge weighs Washington Post's demand for government to return devices seized from reporter's home

A judge is weighing the Washington Post's demand for federal authorities to return electronic devices seized from a Post reporter’s Virginia home last month

Budget and the Bees

VA Employers Warn New Employment Laws Could Reshape Workplace Rights in 2026

You have navigated the complexities of the hybrid office and a shifting economy. However, the rules of engagement in Virginia are about to change significantly. The 2026 legislative session moves forward with several major bills that could overhaul your sick days and wage rules. It is frustrating to feel the…

The Guardian - US

Abigail Spanberger to give Democratic response to Trump’s State of the Union address

Virginia governor is seen as a model for the party to win back power in midterm elections

The Independent UK

Abigail Spanberger tapped to deliver Dem response to Trump’s State of the Union address

Spanberger became Virginia’s first female governor earlier this year

Roll Call

Virginia judge pauses redistricting referendum

Virginia's efforts are part of a Democratic response to redistricting plans in Texas and other states spurred by President Donald Trump.

The Mary Sue

Woman parks in abandoned Walmart parking lot to eat lunch. Then security shows up: ‘I’m getting a call from Walmart right now’

A Richmond, Virginia woman pulls into an empty parking lot on her lunch break for a few minutes by herself. Then she’s interrupted by a man who claims Walmart, the owner of the abandoned building on site, gave him a call.

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