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Virginia Lawmakers Approve First-of-Its-Kind Data Center Power Tax

The first statewide tax in the United States specifically tied to data center electricity consumption comes with a bit of a catch.

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Recent administrative state legislation includes bills related to immigration enforcement, agency authority, and sunset provisions

Between May 19 and June 18, 2026, Ballotpedia tracked a significant legislative action (enactment, veto, passage through both chambers) for 36 bills related to the administrative state in 14 states. Some highlights include a bill modifying agency structure in South Carolina, a sunset provision extension in Colorado, and a veto…

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Serial rapist ex-NFL player Darren Sharper registers as sex offender in Virginia

Sharper, who pleaded guilty or no contest to raping women in four states, was transferred to a halfway house in May

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Two baby giraffes found safe after vanishing from a Virginia zoo a year ago

The giraffe calves vanished after state officials seized about 100 animals from the zoo while investigating the for alleged animal abuse

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US Road Championships: Kate Courtney outsprints Lauren Stephens to win elite women's road race title

Grace Arlandson takes third from chase group in Charleston

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Virginia Neighbours Are Sealing Windows With Mattresses Against A Data Centre The Law Says Is 'Too Quiet' To Stop

Residents in Northern Virginia use mattresses to block noise from nearby data centres, highlighting challenges in local noise regulations and the impact of industrial growth on communities.

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‘I Would Ask for a Refund’: Virginia Woman Orders Coach Purse. Then She Sees the Sticker on the Outside—and Gets Scared To Open It

Receiving a package you’ve been eagerly waiting for should be exciting. After the days have ticked by, the rush of anticipation should be enough to tear it open to get your hands on the item. But when this woman’s Coach bag from Poshmark arrived, the packaging alone made her think…

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In Richmond, churches retrace the path of the enslaved to confront their own history

Two Episcopal churches whose histories were shaped by Richmond’s role as a slave-trading center and the capital of the Confederacy have designed a “Walking with the Enslaved” pilgrimage, which they hope will open the eyes of fellow Richmonders to their city’s racist history

The Independent UK

‘We did not get asked’: Virginia mother says a gunshot sensor was installed on her property without permission, and police told her it was legal

She says her house was not pre-approved by the city.

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Wingstop employee allegedly prints racial slur on Virginia woman’s order. Then the manager defends him with the lamest excuse

Wingstop says it doesn’t tolerate such behavior.

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Is John Swinney asleep at the wheel amid AI data centre boom in Scotland?

ARE we sleepwalking into an AI data centre disaster in Scotland ...

The National (Scotland)

Trans rights cases test American freedom

Little v. Hecox and West Virginia v. BPJ challenge the strength of the 14th Amendment for all

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DOJ challenges Virginia laws restricting officer face coverings, ICE agreements

The Trump administration’s Justice Department is challenging Virginia laws targeting federal immigration officers

The Independent UK

Decision to uphold judge’s conviction reignites debate over Trump-era immigration crackdown

The former judge faces several years in prison after a jury convicted her on Dec. 19

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1776 All-Stars: Why George Mason Is Extremely Underrated

I'm not saying that just because I teach at the university named after him.

The Economic Times

A mother wanted to keep her six children connected forever. The unique names she gave them became a symbol of their success

A Virginia mother gave her six children unique names inspired by US states. Nevada, Montana, Indiana, Arizona, Missouri, and Dakota were chosen to represent hope and togetherness. The mother wanted her children to believe in a future beyond their immediate surroundings. The siblings have grown up close, with each pursuing…

Medical Daily

Deadly Listeria Outbreak Linked to Soft Cheese May Have Circulated in the U.S. Food Supply for Three Years Undetected, and the Contaminated Batch's Sell-By Date Was Yesterday

A Listeria outbreak linked to Clover Hill Dairy requesón/soft ricotta cheese has killed 1 and hospitalized 8 across Maryland, New York, and Virginia. Illness samples date to March 2023 — a potential 3-year undetected contamination. The contaminated batch had a sell-by date of June 14, 2026. Maryland has suspended the…

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The IIHS Tells Us Which Driver Aids Actually Work—And Which Don't

Motor1 visited the IIHS Vehicle Research Center in Virginia to learn why some driver-assistance systems may actually increase distraction.

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US campaigner warns Scotland to 'run like the plague' amid AI data centre boom

A PROMINENT campaigner in the US has warned Scotland about the country’s planned AI data centre boom ...

Roll Call

Court extends block on ‘anti-weaponization’ fund

A federal judge in Virginia on Friday extended a block on the Trump administration proceeding with an $1.8 billion “anti-weaponization” fund, finding the administration’s claims of its demise insufficient. Ruling from the bench, Judge Leonie Brinkema of the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia said the administration…

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Four Democrats compete for party nomination to challenge Republican incumbent in Virginia's 2nd Congressional District

Four candidates — Nila Devanath, Bill Fleming, Elaine Luria, and Patrick Mosolf — are running in the Democratic primary for Virginia's 2nd Congressional District on August 4, 2026. Devanath and Luria lead in fundraising and media attention.

The Independent UK

Many Virginians’ criminal convictions about to be sealed under ‘Clean Slate’ law

A new Virginia law will seal the criminal records of many people convicted of low-level offenses

Medical Daily

Virginia Records Most Measles Cases Ever as Buckingham County Outbreak Continues

Virginia has reported a record 77 measles cases in 2026 with an active outbreak in Buckingham County. The VDH issued a clinical alert to healthcare providers on June 3.

Medical Daily

Listeria Outbreak Kills One, Hospitalizes Seven: Soft Ricotta and Requeson Cheese Recalled in New York, Virginia, Maryland

A Listeria outbreak linked to Clover Hill Dairy soft ricotta and requesón cheese has killed one person and hospitalized seven others across three states.

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New Poll Shows People Hate Data Centers: Billions in Tax Exemptions Are One Reason Why

Data centers in Virginia and other states are sparking backlash about how AI, cloud computing, and investment affect local communities.

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