Washington’s struggling economy takes another hit from the shutdown
WASHINGTON (AP) — With the combination of the longest government shutdown, the mass firings of government workers and…
Va.’s governor-elect tells WTOP first executive orders will focus on affordability
In a one-on-one interview with WTOP’s Nick Iannelli, Virginia Gov.-elect Abigail Spanberger is laying out what she plans…
US 2025 election winners: Virginia and New Jersey get new governors, Proposition 50 passes in California
Millions of Americans have flocked to polling booths to cast their votes for governors, mayors and ballot measures.…
Virginia governor’s race will test Trump and Democrats
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Virginia voters are deciding a history-making race for governor Tuesday that will serve as…
Obama campaigns in New Jersey, Virginia before Election Day
NORFOLK, Va. (AP) — Former President Barack Obama is encouraging voters to elect Democrats as governor in Virginia…
Maine Senate candidate tries to ride out tattoo controversy
PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — Maine U.S. Senate candidate Graham Platner revealed Tuesday that he was tattooed years ago…
What to watch for in Virginia governor’s race debate
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Republican Winsome Earle-Sears and Democrat Abigail Spanberger are slated to debate their competing visions…
Virginia AG Candidate Jay Jones Mused About Shooting Political Opponent In Resurfaced Texts
Topline Virginia’s Democratic nominee for attorney general, Jay Jones, wrote about shooting the state’s former Republican house speaker…
Virginia’s Democratic candidate for attorney general apologizes for violent text messages
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Virginia’s Democratic candidate for attorney general has apologized for widely condemned text messages from…
Winsome Earle-Sears is on the defensive in the race for Virginia governor
HOPEWELL, Va. (AP) — Against an olive drab backdrop in a barbecue joint filled with the aroma of…