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2nd Buc-ee's coming to Virginia, Stafford County approves plan for site along I-95
1+ hour, 15+ min ago (421+ words) A cold front may bring late-day thunderstorms to the DMV, some severe with damaging winds, hail and heavy rain. STAFFORD COUNTY, Va. (7 News) " Plans for a new, massive Buc-ee's travel center in northern Virginia have been approved despite concerns from…...
Virginia could adopt its 5th election map in 2 census cycles: how we got here
4+ week, 9+ min ago (706+ words) RICHMOND, Va. (7 News) " On Tuesday, Virginia voters narrowly approved a special referendum that could reshape the state's congressional map " again. It faces challenges in the state supreme court, but if enacted - would be the Commonwealth's fifth electoral map in just…...
Virginia Tech Professor speaks on poll revealing Spanberger's ratings had dropped
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (249+ words) WASHINGTON (7 News) " A Washington Post poll released Friday revealed Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger's approval ratings had dropped by double digits. According to the poll, her approval rating stands at 47%, with 46% of voters disapproving and 7% expressing no opinion. SEE ALSO | Virginia…...
LIST | Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger signs off on dozens of State House bills
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (222+ words) Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger signed her first slate of legislation from the State House on Monday Here are some of the bills signed HB1227: Private activ. .. LIST | Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger signs off on dozens of State House bills ARLINGTON, Va....
New poll shows Virginia governor's race tightening, Spanberger still leads
7+ mon, 1+ week ago (128+ words) ARLINGTON, Va. (7 News) " A new poll from the Republican polling firm Cygnal shows that Virginia's gubernatorial race is getting tighter, though Democrat Abigail Spanberger still holds a lead over Republican Winsome Earle-Sears. The shows this is where the race stands…...
Youngkin executive order gives feds access to Virginia's voter rolls ahead of early voting
8+ mon, 1+ week ago (334+ words) RICHMOND, Va. (7 News) " Gov. Glenn Youngkin on Friday issued an executive order aimed at strengthening election security as Virginians prepare for early voting in the 2025 general election. Executive Order 53 directs the Virginia Department of Elections to update system standards, improve…...
Virginia Beach police group backs Earle-Sears for governor, splits with state association
8+ mon, 1+ week ago (326+ words) Americans honor the loss 24 years after the devastating World Trade Center, Pentagon and thwarted Flight 93 9/11 terrorist attacks. VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (7 News) " The opinion on which candidate is best for Virginia's public safety is spit. The Virginia Beach Police Benevolent Association…...
Virginia 2025 Primary Election Guide | Polls open at 6 a. m. , here's what you need to know
11+ mon, 3+ day ago (245+ words) ARLINGTON, Va. (7 News) " The Virginia 2025 Democratic and Republican primary is set for Tuesday, June 17. Seats for lieutenant governor and attorney general are up for grabs, along with all 100 House of Delegates seats and many local races. The state's next governor…...
2 rescued after fishing boat sinks near Virginia Beach coast, officials say
11+ mon, 1+ week ago (265+ words) The next weather maker will bring the chance for rain and strong to severe storms this afternoon and evening. VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (7 News) " Two men were rescued from a life raft Thursday morning after their 57-foot fishing boat began sinking…...