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Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin Plans Next Moves After Supreme Court Decision on Abortion
Northern Virginia Bureau Chief Julie Carey reports on Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin’s reaction to the Supreme Court decision overturning Roe v. Wade and on Democratic plans to be a “brick wall” against any changes to the law.
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Youngkin Seeks Gas Tax Holiday, Jail Time Change and More
Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin is seeking several dozen changes to the budget legislation lawmakers sent him earlier this month.
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Gov. Youngkin Again Pushes for State Gas Tax Holiday
Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin is again calling for a suspension of the state’s gas tax as prices continue to soar. News4’s Adam Tuss examines the issue and the growing demand to make a shift toward electric vehicles.
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Virginia Gov. Youngkin Hosts Series of Pride Events to Mixed Sentiment
Republican Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin hosted a series of events this week marking Pride month. The decision generated some bipartisan surprise in Richmond, given the conservative governor’s position on a range of LGBTQ issues. He’s previously indicated that he does not personally support gay marriage, but called it “legally acceptable.” A Wednesday evening reception at the Capitol astonished and angered...
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Virginia Lawmakers Delay Commanders Stadium Vote
The future location of a potential new stadium for the Washington Commanders is in question. News4’s Megan McGrath reports on developments in Virginia and D.C.
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Virginia Lawmakers Send Youngkin Compromise State Budget
Virginia’s divided General Assembly has passed a compromise state budget that would offer nearly $4 billion in tax relief, increase pay for teachers and other public employees, boost K-12 education spending and fund a wide range of projects from roadwork to school construction. Lawmakers met Wednesday in a special session because they deadlocked over the spending plan as their regular...
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Virginians React to Commanders Stadium Possibility
The project would bring a new stadium, team headquarters and space for new restaurants. Some people are worried about the extra traffic, but others think the positives would outweigh the negatives. News4’s Juliana Valencia reports.
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Ex-Parole Board Members Get New Youngkin Administration Jobs
Two of the Virginia Parole Board members whose appointments were blocked by Senate Democrats earlier this year have found new jobs in Gov. Glenn Youngkin’s administration
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Gov. Glenn Youngkin Proposes Criminal Penalties for Pot Possession
Under the proposed changes, people could face jail time if caught possessing more than two ounces of marijuana.
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Republican Gov. Glenn Youngkin Vetoes 26 Democratic Bills
Republican Gov. Glenn Youngkin vetoed 26 bills as he took action on more than 800 measures the divided legislature sent him during its regular session
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Legislature OKs All Youngkin Cabinet Members But Former EPA Chief
All of Gov. Glenn Youngkin’s Cabinet nominees have now secured final legislative approval except for Andrew Wheeler
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‘Disappointing': Contest Honoring Black Virginians Not Offered This Year
A Virginia contest let K-12 students statewide suggest new historical markers to recognize the accomplishments of Black residents, but new Gov. Glenn Youngkin’s administration won’t offer the program this year.
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Historical Markers Contest Honoring Black Virginians Comes to an End
Northern Virginia Bureau Chief Julie Carey reports on the end of a state Black History Month contest that allowed students to suggest new markers honoring Black Virginians.
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Gov. Youngkin Apologizes After Mixing Up Black Women Lawmakers
Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin has apologized after mistaking one Black legislator for another in a text message
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Youngkin Campaign Criticized for Twitter Spat With Teenager
Virginia Republican Gov. Glenn Youngkin’s campaign has sparked controversy for lashing out at a high school student on Twitter
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Judge Rules in Favor of Virginia School Boards Over Mask Mandates
In an initial win for several Virginia school boards, an Arlington judge has granted their request to continue requiring students and staff to wear masks in schools until a final ruling is made in the matter.
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Committee Controlled by Dems Kills Youngkin Education Bills
A Virginia Senate committee has killed two key pieces of education legislation sought by Republican Gov. Glenn Youngkin, including one that was designed to eliminate teaching of critical race theory in K-12 schools
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‘Snitch Line': Virginia Educators Criticize Gov. Youngkin's Tip Line for Parents
Virginia’s governor is getting pushback from educators, celebrities and others for an email set up to investigate schools. News4’s Drew Wilder reports.