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In Virginia gerrymandering fight, Republicans claim Obama's with them. He isn't

In Virginia gerrymandering fight, Republicans claim Obama's with them. He isn't

By Nolan D. McCaskill WASHINGTON, April 18 (Reuters) - Republicans and Democrats vehemently disagree over whether Virginia should adopt a new congressional map for the November midterms, but they're leaning on the same person to sway voters to their side: former U.S. President Barack Obama.
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Patients and dental community mourn Dr. Cerina Fairfax, killed by Virginia's ex-lieutenant governor

Patients and dental community mourn Dr. Cerina Fairfax, killed by Virginia's ex-lieutenant governor

Patients and colleagues in the Virginia dental community are remembering Dr. Cerina Fairfax as a devoted mother, a caring dentist and the rock at the center of her family, after she was killed by her estranged husband, former Virginia Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax
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The Legal Fight Behind the Partial-Birth Abortion Ban

The Legal Fight Behind the Partial-Birth Abortion Ban

Carhart is a landmark Supreme Court case that upheld the Partial-Birth Abortion Ban Act of 2003. This decision marked a significant shift in aborti...
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DOJ Demands Detroit-Area 2024 Ballots, Escalating Election Scrutiny

DOJ Demands Detroit-Area 2024 Ballots, Escalating Election Scrutiny

The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has requested all ballots from the 2024 election in the Detroit area, marking an unusual move in the ongoing scrutiny of election processes. This request follows similar actions where prosecutors seized 2020 ballots in Georgia and obtained election records in Arizona. The DOJ's demand, led by Assistant Attorney General Harmeet K. Dhillon, is part of a broader effort by President Trump and his administration to examine election integrity, particularly in swing states. Dhillon's letter to Michigan officials seeks ballots, ballot envelopes, and receipts from Wayne County, which includes Detroit, citing a history of alleged election fraud. Michigan's Democratic leaders, including Governor Gretchen Whitmer and Attorney General Dana Nessel, have criticized the request as an unfounded attempt to undermine public confidence in elections. They argue that voting fraud is rare and often detected by election officials. The DOJ has set a two-week deadline for the production of these...
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American Rivers Names Potomac River Most Endangered Due to Sewage and Data Center Threats

American Rivers Names Potomac River Most Endangered Due to Sewage and Data Center Threats

The Potomac River has been named the most endangered river in the United States by the nonprofit conservation organization American Rivers. This designation is due to significant threats from sewage pollution and the rapid development of data centers in the river's vicinity. The Potomac River basin, which spans parts of Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia, and Washington, DC, has been severely impacted by the failure of the Potomac Interceptor wastewater pipe in Montgomery County, Maryland. This incident resulted in hundreds of millions of gallons of untreated sewage being dumped into the river, causing bacteria levels to exceed safe recreational limits by over 4,000 times. Additionally, the surge in data center development in areas like Virginia and Maryland poses further risks to water quality and quantity, with over 300 data centers currently in operation and plans for more. American Rivers is advocating for Congress to reauthorize infrastructure funding bills to upgrade aging systems and fo...
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Data Centers Threaten Potomac River Amid Surge in Development

Data Centers Threaten Potomac River Amid Surge in Development

The Potomac River has been named the most endangered river in the United States by the nonprofit conservation organization American Rivers. This designation is due to the dual threats of sewage pollution from aging infrastructure and the rapid development of data centers in the region. The Potomac River basin, which spans parts of Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia, and Washington, DC, has been impacted by the failure of the Potomac Interceptor wastewater pipe, leading to significant sewage spills. Additionally, the area is experiencing a surge in data center development, with over 300 centers currently operating and plans for up to 1,000 centers. These facilities pose a growing threat to water quality and quantity, as they are being approved without adequate transparency or regulatory review.
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On This Day: Supreme Court Upheld Abortion Ban in 2007

On This Day: Supreme Court Upheld Abortion Ban in 2007

Carhart had a profound impact on abortion legislation in the United States. By upholding the Partial-Birth Abortion Ban Act of 2003, the Court sign...
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L3Harris Technologies Invests $1.27 Billion to Expand Solid Rocket Motor Production in Virginia

L3Harris Technologies Invests $1.27 Billion to Expand Solid Rocket Motor Production in Virginia

L3Harris Technologies Invests $1.27 Billion to Expand Solid Rocket Motor Production in Virginia
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Virginia Law Eases Construction of Accessory Dwelling Units to Address Housing Shortage

Virginia Law Eases Construction of Accessory Dwelling Units to Address Housing Shortage

A new law signed by Governor Abigail Spanberger will make it easier to build accessory dwelling units (ADUs) in Virginia, starting July 1, 2027. The legislation, Senate Bill 531, was introduced by Senators Kannan Srinivasan and Saddam Salim and aims to address the state's housing shortage by allowing ADUs, such as tiny houses and garage-turned-apartments, to be built by-right on properties zoned for single-family homes. The law caps permit fees at $500 and prevents localities from imposing large setbacks or requiring family relations between ADU occupants and primary residents. This change is expected to increase affordable housing options and reduce the tension between local and state governments over land use decisions.
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Virginia Governor Signs Law Easing Construction of Tiny Houses to Address Housing Shortage

Virginia Governor Signs Law Easing Construction of Tiny Houses to Address Housing Shortage

Governor Abigail Spanberger of Virginia has signed a new law that will make it easier to build accessory dwelling units (ADUs), such as tiny houses, on residential properties. This legislation, effective July 1, 2027, aims to alleviate housing shortages and affordability issues by allowing ADUs to be built by-right in areas zoned for single-family homes. The law caps permit fees at $500 and removes previous restrictions, such as large setback requirements and the need for a family relation between ADU occupants and primary residents. This change is expected to increase housing options and affordability in Virginia, where local zoning laws have previously hindered such developments.
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On This Day: Supreme Court Decides Lochner v. New York in 1905

On This Day: Supreme Court Decides Lochner v. New York in 1905

New York, decided in 1905, stands as a pivotal moment in U.S. legal history. The Supreme Court's ruling struck down a New York State law that limit...