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Virginia bill targets vape shops that sell to underage buyers
1+ week, 1+ day ago (420+ words) Matt Small | [email protected] March 27, 2026, 5:55 AM Vape shops in Virginia that sell tobacco products to underage buyers could soon face real consequences after years in a legal gray area. Del. Patrick Hope of Northern Virginia told WTOP he hears from parents…...
As Virginia governor considers marijuana legislation, when would the marketplace open?
2+ week, 1+ day ago (672+ words) March 20, 2026, 4:08 AM A plan to create a legal marijuana market is sitting on Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger's desk, ending a yearslong saga to end what lawmakers have described as an existing black market for cannabis in the state. Despite numerous…...
Bill allowing balcony solar kits in Virginia awaits governor’s signature
2+ week, 3+ day ago (479+ words) Michelle Basch | [email protected] March 18, 2026, 4:16 AM Virginia appears ready to flip the switch to allow residents to use small solar panels that will provide power to their home or apartment and shrink their electric bills. Legislation allowing small and portable solar…...
Expect more congestion over ‘vital link’ between Virginia into DC
8+ mon, 3+ week ago (313+ words) IRAN WAR UPDATE: President Trump extends Strait of Hormuz deadline, US holds off power paint strikes for 5 days Matt Small | [email protected] July 14, 2025, 1:15 PM Listen live to WTOP online and on 103.5 FM for traffic and weather updates on the 8s. Expect more…...
Virginia Tech computer expert offers summer vacation advice to stay safe
8+ mon, 3+ week ago (352+ words) Dan Ronan | [email protected] July 9, 2025, 5:40 AM We are in the peak of vacation season and while you're away, cybercriminals and burglars may be watching. Virginia Tech computer science professor Christine Julien has some ideas on how you can enjoy your vacation,…...
Virginia researchers turn ants into secret weapon against spotted lanternflies
8+ mon, 4+ week ago (488+ words) Will Vitka | [email protected] July 7, 2025, 4:18 AM Virginia may have found an unexpected ally in the battle against one of the region's most destructive invasive species: the common ant. Led by Assistant Professor Scotty Yang at Virginia Tech, a team of researchers…...
Virginia Gov. Youngkin vetoes measure to let African American history courses count toward graduation
10+ mon, 3+ week ago (432+ words) Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin has vetoed a bill that would have allowed African American history courses to count toward high school graduation requirements. WEATHER ALERT: DC area under flood watch as heavy rain approaches for Tuesday May 13, 2025, 3:48 AM Virginia Gov....