Jay Jones, the Democratic nominee for Virginia’s attorney general, has faced criticism from both parties after allegedly sending controversial text messages to Republican State Del. Carrie Coyner in 2022.

A longtime Virginia lawmaker is stepping into a new role—this time as the region’s top federal prosecutor.

In addition to the statewide races, several House of Delegates districts are holding primaries.

As more women and young people run for public office, they’re bringing more than fresh policy ideas to statehouses.

A bipartisan group of representatives have forced a delay in Congress over a proposed rule that would let new parents cast their vote by proxy.

Dr. Gary Miller announced his candidacy for the Virginia House of Delegates in the 49th District Tuesday.

With the inauguration of President Trump around the corner, we Virginians aren’t too far out from our 2025 gubernatorial race; in fact, primaries are set to be held this June. So, where is the race currently at?

Lawmakers in the Virginia House of Delegates passed resolutions on Tuesday enshrining rights to abortion, voting and marriage equality in a critical step for Democrats hoping to amend the state’s constitution next year.

Delegate Sam Rasoul will run for re-election to represent House District 38 in the Virginia House of Delegates.

Virginia House of Delegates member Sam Rasoul has asked the Virginia State Police to assist South Carolina authorities in the ongoing investigation of the Jakolbi Taylor murder case.

Virginia lawmakers are slated to meet later this week to discuss possibly repealing changes made to the state’s military tuition program.

School funding has become a topic of conversation over the years and one local legislator is trying to help some of the shortfalls.

Who doesn’t love a restaurant made cocktail, but in the comfort of your own home? Cocktails to-go could stay in Virginia for good.

Republican businessman David Owen has won election to Virginia’s House of Delegates against Democratic opponent Susanna Gibson.

Republican David Owen held a narrow lead over Democrat Susanna Gibson in a Virginia House of Delegates race that drew attention after revelations that Gibson engaged in sex acts with her husband on a pornographic website, but the margin left the race too early to call.

Former Republican U.S. Rep. Tom Garrett is among four male candidates to run for state legislative seats in Virginia this year who've been accused of physical violence against women.

Find Virginia General Election results from Nov. 7, 2023 House of Delegates races here.

Find Virginia General Election results from Nov. 7, 2023 House of Delegates races here.

The 2023 general election will be held on November 7. You can find the results for the Virginia House of Delegates District 36 race here.

The 2023 general election will be held on November 7. You can find the results for the Virginia House of Delegates District 37 race here.

Misty Dawn Vickers (D) and Joseph P. “Joe” McNamara (R) are vying for the Virginia House of Delegates District 40 seat in this year’s Virginia general election on Nov. 7, 2023.

Lillian V. Franklin (D) and J. Christian “Chris” Obenshain (R) are vying for the Virginia House of Delegates District 41 seat in this year’s Virginia general election on Nov. 7, 2023.

The 2023 general election will be held on November 7. You can find the results for the Virginia House of Delegates District 43 race here.

Patricia Lynn Quesenberry (D), Jacob C. Frogel (I), and Wren M. Williams (R) are vying for the Virginia House of Delegates District 47 seat in this year’s Virginia general election on Nov. 7, 2023.

The 2023 general election will be held on November 7. You can find the results for the Virginia House of Delegates District 50 race here.

Kimberly A. Moran (D), C. Matt Fariss (I), and Eric R. Zehr (R) are vying for the Virginia House of Delegates District 51 seat in this year’s Virginia general election on Nov. 7, 2023.

The 2023 general election will be held on November 7. You can find the results for the Virginia House of Delegates District 53 race here.

Jennifer K. Woofter (D) and Wendell S. Walker (R) are vying for the Virginia House of Delegates District 52 seat in this year’s Virginia general election on Nov. 7, 2023.

Amy J. Laufer (D) and Steve D. Harvey (R) are vying for the Virginia House of Delegates District 55 seat in this year’s Virginia general election on Nov. 7, 2023.

A special election is slated for Tuesday to select a new representative for Virginia’s 6th House District.

The 2023 Primary Election will be held on June 20. You can find results for the Senate District 11 race here.

DeAnthonty L. “D.A.” Pierce (D), P. A. “Trish” White-Boyd (D), and Luke W. Priddy (D) are vying for the Virginia House of Delegates District 11 seat in this year’s Primary Election on June 20, 2023.

If you’re interested in finding results for the Virginia House of Delegates District 47 race, you can do so here.

Across Southwest and Central Virginia, people are voting in three contested primary races for a chance to vie for a seat in the House of Delegates this upcoming November.

Del. Jeff Campbell (R-Marion) announced he will not seek re-election to a sixth term in the Virginia House of Delegates.

Members on both sides agree that if Roe v. Wade is overturned changes can be expected.

Senate Bill 5 passed 96-3 in the chamber last week.

The Virginia House of Delegates has passed a bill that would end mask mandates in schools across Virginia.

Days after Democrats conceded control of the Virginia House of Delegates to Republicans, Democrats have walked back that concession since two races appear headed for recounts.

While the final votes in Virginia are getting counted, it’s expected that democrats will also lose control of the House of Delegates.

Jason Ballard looking forward to heading to Richmond to represent parts of the New River Valley

Del. Sam Rasoul is reacting to his projected victory in the 11th District in the Virginia House of Delegates.

Ben Moses (D), Matt Fariss (R), and Louis Scicli (Independent) are vying for the Virginia House of Delegates District 59 seat.

Sam Soghor (D) and Ronnie Campbell (R) are vying for the seat in the Virginia House of Delegates District 24 race.

Natalie Short (D) and Wendell Walker (R) are vying for the seat in the Virginia House of Delegates District 23 race.

Greg Eaton (D), Kathy Byron (R), and Sarah Jerose (Libertarian) are vying for the seat in the Virginia House of Delegates District 22 race.

Randall Wolf (D) and John Avoli (R) are vying for the seat in the Virginia House of Delegates District 20 race.

Wendy Rowden (D),Terry Austin (R), Dean Davison (Libertarian) and are vying for the seat in the Virginia House of Delegates District 19 race.

Chance Trevillian (D) and Les Adams (R) are vying for the seat in the Virginia House of Delegates District 16 race.

Rhett Deitz (D) and Danny Marshall (R) are vying for the Virginia House of Delegates District 14 seat.

Del. Chris Hurst (D) and Jason Ballard (R) are vying for the Virginia House of Delegates District 12 seat.

Sam Rasoul (D) and Charlie Nave (R) are vying for the Virginia House of Delegates District 11 seat.

Bridgette Craighead (D) and Wren Williams (R) are vying for the Virginia House of Delegates District 9 seat.

Derek Kitts (D) and Marie March (R) are vying for the Virginia House of Delegates District 7 seat.

The Democratic nominee for 9th District of the Virginia House of Delegates is speaking out against recent criminal charges filed against her.

The entire General Assembly returned to the state Capitol for the first time in over a year Monday, kicking off a short special session to elect judges and adjust the state budget to account for billions of dollars in federal coronavirus relief money.

MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Va. – Current Montgomery County Supervisor Sherri Blevins has announced that she is seeking the Republican nomination for the 7th House District seat in the Virginia House of Delegates. Blevins said that she was saddened that the current 7th House District Delegate, Nick Rush, is not seeking re-election and added that his leadership helped her serve on the Montgomery County Board of Supervisors. Her first term as the Montgomery County Supervisor for District B began in 2019. If elected, she aspires to “protect conservative values” and make the New River Valley an ideal place to live. You can read her full statement below:

Nick Rush announced on Wednesday morning that he is not seeking re-election in the Virginia House of Delegates. Rush has represented the 7th House District, which covers the New River Valley, since he was first elected in November of 2011. “It has been a true honor and incredible privilege to have served in the General Assembly for the past 10 years and I will forever be humbled by the trust placed in me to carry out the people’s work,” Rush wrote on Facebook. Throughout his tenure, he proposed legislation that established the Tech Talent Investment Program, assisted with the Jefferson College of Health Sciences merger and more. Read Rush’s full statement below:

Congressman Ben Cline announced Tuesday that he will support objections to the Electoral College certification process on Wednesday. Cline, who represents Virginia’s 6th Congressional District, joins other congressmen planning to reject Joe Biden’s Electoral College win. In addition, the state Legislatures have enacted laws with detailed election rules and procedures by which voters are to choose their presidential electors. Our founders set up a system of, by, and for the people that placed the state Legislatures at its very heart, and that heart still beats strongly today. Virginia’s 6th Congressional District, which contains all of Amherst County, Augusta County, Bath County, Botetourt County, Highland County, Page County, Rockbridge Couty, Rockingham County, Shenandoah County, Warren County, Buena Vista, Harrisonburg, Lexington, Lynchburg, Roanoke, Staunton, Waynesboro and parts of Bedford and Roanoke counties.

Del. Jason Miyares has announced his candidacy for attorney general.

The Virginia House of Delegates approved a sweeping package of police reform bills Friday that Democrats said would make it easier to reign in officers who abuse their authority but Republicans said would hamstring police and make their jobs more dangerous. Banning every use of a no-knock warrant will end in more dead police and more dead suspects, said House Republican Leader Todd Gilbert. The House narrowly rejected a bill aimed at making it easier to sue police officers for misconduct. Among the legislation approved by the House are bills that would:-Ban sexual relations between officers and people they arrest. -Mandate the duty of a police officer to report the misconduct of another officer.

RICHMOND, Va. – An increase to the minimum wage in Virginia is looking more and more likely. The Virginia House of Delegates passed a bill Tuesday that would raise minimum wage nearly $2 this year to $10 per hour. Republicans representing our area echo small business owners’ concerns that a change in minimum wage could hurt them. Also on Tuesday, the Senate passed a version of this bill in which the minimum wage growth rate would vary by region, depending on median income. Changes to this bill have minimum wage increasing more quickly than when lawmakers first proposed it.

RICHMOND, Va. – Those living with diabetes may soon be able to pay less for needed insulin if a Virginia bill become a law. On Monday, House Bill 66, which would limit the insurance copay for insulin at $30 for a 30-day supply, passed in the Virginia House of Delegates. He represents part of Prince William County, as well as all of the city of Manassas. JDRF Greater Blue Ridge is one of the organizations that that voiced its support for the bill, posting to Facebook after the bill’s passage in the House. Breaking News: HB66 has PASSED THE HOUSE!

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