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Virginia state lawmakers met under heightened security Monday amid concerns about possible civil unrest in state capitals in the days leading up to President-elect Joe Biden’s inauguration

More Virginia residents are now eligible to get a COVID-19 vaccine.  Residents age 65 and older can schedule to receive a vaccine, Gov. Ralph Northam announced at a news conference Thursday. Officials expanded state vaccination Phase 1b, which previously included residents age 75 and older. Also new: Anyone who has a chronic health condition is eligible.  “This means about half...

Northern Virginia Bureau Reporter Drew Wilder explains the expansion of people now eligible to receive the coronavirus vaccination in Virginia.

Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam announced Wednesday the next group of people in the state to receive the COVID-19 vaccine.

New information reveals Virginia is vaccinating people much slower than other states. The commonwealth is racing to catch up. Northern Virginia Bureau Reporter Drew Wilder reports on who will be next in line to receive the COVID-19 vaccine.

News4’s Drew Wilder reports why Gov. Ralph Northam is making a change at the state level that pushes back against the President Trump on COVID-19 testing.

A federal judge has refused to temporarily block enforcement of Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam’s executive orders aimed at reducing COVID-19’s spread

Virginia is moving ahead tonight with new safety rules designed to prevent the spread of the coronavirus in the workplace. The commonwealth is the first in the nation to adopt the worker protections. Some business groups complain it’s too much of a burden, but Northern Virginia Bureau Chief Julie Carey reports one Northern Virginia city is already getting a head...

City officials in multiple jurisdictions in Northern Virginia issued a letter Sunday to Gov. Ralph Northam that they do not believe their region is ready to reopen given the criteria in his Phase 1 reopening plan. Northam announced that he intended to start the reopening of Virginia beginning May 15. He detailed his plan to allow restaurants, bars and non-essential…

Northern Virginia leaders are telling Gov. Ralph Northam they are not yet ready to reopen their jurisdictions. News4’s Darcy Spencer spoke to the leaders about their plans for opening back up.

Virginia Governor Ralph Northam has called for the early release of nearly 2,000 inmates with less than a year remaining on their sentences

President Donald Trump said on Friday he will listen to the advice of doctors when deciding if it is an appropriate time to reopen the country. The comments came after The New York Times reported on federal projections that indicated there could be a spike in coronavirus infections in the summer if 30-day social distancing restrictions are eased.

Virginians missing well-shaken margaritas or perfectly mixed mules from their favorite happy hour spot can now get drinks to go, even while restaurants are closed for dine-in. Mixed drinks are now available for take-out in Virginia, the Virginia Alcoholic Beverage Control Authority said. Some restaurants are also offering cocktail delivery. Virginia restaurants have been closed for dine-in service for more…

The Salvation Army of Fairfax County is giving away huge amounts of food in response to the pandemic, but more is needed. News4’s Cory Smith reports.

Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam has doubled down on his warning that people will have to stay at home and many businesses will remain shuttered for “months, not weeks” as the nation battles the coronavirus pandemic

Virginia is outlawing the discredited practice of conversion therapy for LGBTQ children. Conversion therapy is a practice used to try to change sexual orientation or gender identity. Gov. Ralph Northam said Tuesday he had signed into law that bans licensed therapists and counselors from subjecting minors to the practice. The legislation passed the Virginia General Assembly earlier this year. Northam,…

Virginia is making history by passing legislation that prohibits LGBTQ discrimination. News4’s Meagan Fitzgerald reports on the two landmark measures that have bi-partisan support.

Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam says he is declaring a state of emergency over threats from militia groups ahead of a gun-rights rally next week.