t Virginia is finally escaping cannabis purgatory. Thanks to a high-stakes budget compromise, legal retail weed is officially coming to…
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Heat Advisory in effect Friday, June 12, 11 a.m.–8 p.m.
NWS Wakefield warns that heat index values may climb to 105°F Friday, raising the risk of heat illness across parts…
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What’s in the water? What we know and don’t know about data center water discharge in Virginia
by Shannon Heckt, Virginia MercuryJune 1, 2026Data centers require a massive amount of water to cool their systems, which heat…
Read MoreJames River Association Warns Chesterfield Landfill Could Threaten Drinking Water Across Central Virginia
The James River Association is calling for urgent state intervention at the Shoosmith Landfill, warning that contamination risks and financial…
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Colonial Heights Police Presence Increases at Southpark Mall Amid Social Media Rumors
Colonial Heights Police are increasing their presence at Southpark Mall following online rumors of another potential “teen takeover” gathering, part…
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Virginia Still Has Legal Marijuana — But No Legal Marketplace
Gov. Abigail Spanberger’s veto of legislation creating a regulated recreational marijuana marketplace leaves Virginia in a familiar position: marijuana possession…
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Iran War Gas Spike Has Cost Richmond-Area Households an Estimated $97 Million
Richmond-area households have spent an estimated $97 million more on gasoline since the U.S.–Iran conflict escalated in February, as rising…
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Missing Juvenile Update
Ms. Fletcher has been located safely. We thank everyone for their assistance.Please see the information below regarding a missing runaway…
Read MoreRVA Gas Prices Surge as Global Wars Continue to Shake Oil Markets and Local Economies
Rising conflict overseas continues driving gas prices higher across RVA as global oil instability creates growing economic pressure for commuters,…
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Virginia becomes first Southern state to mandate paid family and medical leave for workers
Virginia will establish a paid family and medical leave program by 2028, becoming the first Southern state to mandate paid…
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