Category: News
RICHMOND BEAT: Virginia Senate votes for Election Day Holiday, No Excuse Absentee Voting
Virginia lawmakers have advanced Senate bills that make voting easier, including no excuse absentee voting and recognizing Election Day as a state holiday. Other legislation that would extend citizen access to voting has yet to clear committees.
RICHMOND BEAT: Virginia Gun Rights Advocates Take Second Amendment Stand
RICHMOND, Va. — Chants of “We will not comply,” and “USA, USA,” sounded through the blanket of security as thousands of armed Second Amendment supporters converged on Richmond to protest proposed gun control measures.
Supervisor Lawson Issues Statement on Governor’s State of Emergency at Capitol Grounds
“I am disappointed that our elected governor feels such contempt for the 2nd amendment that he sees fit to compromise the right entirely.” – Supervisor Jeanine Lawson
RICHMOND BEAT: ERA Swifty Clears First Hurdle in General Assembly
RICHMOND, Va. — Resolutions to ratify the Equal Rights Amendment swiftly passed the General Assembly Wednesday. The House version passed 59-41 and the Senate bill cleared with a 28-12 vote.
Gov. Declares State of Emergency in Advance of Capitol Square Demonstration
Law enforcement intelligence analysts have identified credible threats of violence surrounding the event, along with white nationalist rhetoric and plans by out-of-state militia groups to attend.
Prince William Board Withdraws Gun Control Resolution
The controversial resolution recommended the Virginia General Assembly approve some forms of gun control and gun safety legislation.
Police Investigate Another Armed Robbery on Sudley Road
Prince William Police are requesting the public’s help in identifying and locating a suspect who robbed Sally Beauty Supply store in the Sudley-Manassas area of Prince William, Tuesday.
RICHMOND BEAT: Gun Rights Advocates Flood Capitol as Gun Control Bills Advance
RICHMOND — The National Rifle Association and hundreds of Second Amendment supporters flocked Monday to the State Capitol, voicing their opposition to proposed gun control bills in the Democrat-controlled General Assembly.
VDOT: Ramp from Rt 29N to I-66E in Centreville to Close
FAIRFAX – The left-turn lane and ramp from northbound Route 29 to I-66 East in Centreville will close for approximately four months beginning on or about Thursday night, Jan. 16.
Police Seek Suspects in Armed Robberies at 2 Manassas Area 7-Eleven Stores
Prince William Police are asking for the public’s help in identifying suspects in two 7-Eleven armed robberies that occurred in the early morning hours Sunday in Manassas.
