Read the latest news from regional and global sources, presenting different voices and perspectives.
Virginia falls from 1st to 4th in CNBC Top States for Business rankings
106.1 The Corner - Virginia
·
July 10, 2025
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA (CVILLE RIGHT NOW) – After Governor Glenn Youngkin received last year’s top-ranking with much fanfare, Virginia has fallen from the top spot to number-4 in the nation in CNBC’s “Top States for Business” rankings. The Governor...
Virginia drops to fourth place in 'best states for business' report
WUSA 9 - Washington D.C.
·
July 10, 2025
For six years, Virginia was named the top spot in the nation to do business. But Thursday, the Commonwealth dropped to fourth, according to a report from CNBC. WASHINGTON — According to a new business report from CNBC, Virginia has dropped to...
Virginia lands $16.4M from new opioid settlement with drugmakers
Northern Virginia Daily
·
In another major legal win in the fight against the opioid crisis, Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares announced Thursday that the commonwealth could receive up to $16.4 million as part of a sweeping $720 million multi-state settlement with...
Virginia court blocks ‘conversion therapy’ ban in blow to transgender industry
Baptist Message - Louisiana
·
July 10, 2025
A Virginia court is blocking the state from banning “conversion therapy” for minors, instead allowing Christian therapists and counselors to discuss sexual orientation and gender identity with children who seek their help. In 2020, the Virginia...
Virginia law mandates new cardiac emergency plans in schools
WVEC - Virginia
·
Virginia schools must now have cardiac emergency plans due to a new law aimed at enhancing student safety. NEWPORT NEWS, Va. — A new Virginia law that took effect this week requires schools to have cardiac emergency response plans in place. This...
Iranian National Charged in Plot to Subvert US Sanctions Against Islamic Republic
Algemeiner Journal
·
July 14, 2025
Federal law enforcement officials have arrested an Iranian national after uncovering his alleged conspiracy to export US technology to Tehran in violation of a slew of economic sanctions imposed on the Islamic Republic, the US Department of...
Virginia police officer arrested, accused of stalking and computer trespassing
WJLA 7 - Washington D.C.
·
WOODBRIDGE, Va. (7News) — An officer with the Prince William County Police Department has been arrested for allegedly using law enforcement databases to get personal information on a victim. According to the investigation that was launched in...
Virginia falls to No. 4 among CNBC’s top states for business
Virginia Business
·
July 10, 2025
Summary Virginia, ranked first in CNBC‘s annual Top States for Business report in 2024, has dropped to fourth place CNBC weighted economy as primary factor this year Due to federal job cuts and funding slashes, Virginia’s economy ranking fell to...
Virginia invests $4 billion in improving Interstate 81
Henrico Times - Virginia
·
July 10, 2025
Governor Glenn Youngkin has announced significant progress in enhancing Interstate 81, a crucial route for Virginia's economy. The Commonwealth is investing heavily to improve safety, reduce congestion, and boost reliability along the 325-mile...
Agricultural Best Management Practices Cost-share Sign-up: July 14 – August 22
Shore Daily News - Virginia
·
July 14, 2025
Farmers and landowners may receive financial assistance for planting a winter cover crop under the Virginia Agricultural Best Management Practice (BMP) Cost-share Program administered by the Eastern Shore Soil and Water Conservation District...
Legals for 7/11/2025 – 7/17/2025
Gadsden Messenger - Alabama
·
July 10, 2025
NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE STATE OF ALABAMA COUNTY OF ETOWAH Default having been made of the terms of the loan documents secured by that certain mortgage executed by Anthony L Gajda, an unmarried man, to Mortgage Electronic Registration...
Senate committee votes to block Trump FBI headquarters move
KTAL News - Texas, Louisiana
·
July 10, 2025
The Senate Appropriations Committee on Thursday approved an amendment to the annual Justice Department funding bill aimed at blocking the Trump administration from keeping the FBI's headquarters in Washington, D.C. The committee voted 15-14 to...
Trump says he's considering 'taking away' Rosie O'Donnell's U.S. citizenship
Spectrum Bay News 9 - Florida
·
July 13, 2025
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump says he is considering “taking away” the U.S. citizenship of a longtime rival, actress and comedian Rosie O’Donnell, despite a decades-old Supreme Court ruling that expressly prohibits such an action by the...
MAGA leaders sound alarm about discontented Trump base: ‘A huge risk’
New Hampshire Union Leader
·
July 13, 2025
TAMPA - The Gen Z audience inside the downtown convention center, wearing a mix of T-shirts and shorts, sport coats and ties, represented the most devoted of the president’s young supporters - a demographic that swung notably toward Donald Trump...
Virginia drops in America's Top States for Business rankings. Federal job cuts are a big reason
CNBC
·
July 10, 2025
U.S. President Donald Trump speaks to media ahead of boarding Marine One to depart to attend the NATO Summit in The Hague, Netherlands, from the South Lawn at the White House in Washington, D.C., U.S., June 24, 2025. Kevin Lamarque | Reuters Six...
Law Digest — 4th Circuit, Md. Supreme Court, Md. Appellate Court — July 10, 2025
The Daily Record - Maryland
·
July 10, 2025
Bankruptcy; embezzlement: Where the debtor established a good-faith belief that certain funds belonged to her, that precluded a finding of embezzlement. As such, she prevailed in an adversary action brought by a creditor. Martin v. Parker, Case...
Most expensive states for child care: Florida ranks top 15 on this list
Treasure Coast Palm - Florida
·
Childcare costs in Florida range from around $700 to $1,000 per month, depending on the type of care and age of the child. Low-income families in Florida may qualify for subsidized childcare assistance programs through the state or federal...
Virginia's massive offshore wind project lives on
WVTF - Virginia
·
July 10, 2025
Virginia's massive wind farm is still under construction, despite the federal rollback on green energy programs. The future is still blowing in the wind off of Virginia Beach, where Dominion Energy is building a massive wind farm that will power...
Obama tells Democrat big wigs to 'toughen up,' start backing candidates that can actually win
Fox News
·
July 15, 2025
'The Five' discusses former President Barack Obama's message to the Democratic Party and businessman Mark Cuban urging the party against a 'Trump sucks' platform. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Former President Barack Obama had blunt...
Virginia Beach families report infestation, power, and AC issues in military housing
WVEC - Virginia
·
Liberty Military Housing's website paints a positive picture with resident testimonials. Residents at the Virginia Beach property say that's not the case. VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — Liberty Military Housing's website paints a positive picture of life...