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Just-signed Virginia law aims to cut power costs
3+ hour, 13+ min ago (443+ words) May 22, 2026, 11: 06 AM A new law scheduled to go into effect next year could help Virginians lower the cost of their utility bill. Gov. Abigail Spanberger has signed a proposal that will allow homeowners and renters to begin using plug-in solar…...
Charlotte 49ers take on the Richmond Spiders
5+ mon, 3+ week ago (183+ words) November 28, 2025, 4: 54 AM Richmond Spiders (5-1) vs. Charlotte 49ers (3-4) Orlando, Florida; Friday, 12: 30 p. m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Spiders -6. 5; over/under is 147. 5 BOTTOM LINE: Richmond and Charlotte square off in Orlando, Florida. The 49ers have a 3-4 record in non-conference play. Charlotte is 1-1 in games decided by…...
LIVE RESULTS: Virginia's redistricting referendum
1+ mon, 1+ day ago (141+ words) VA SPECIAL ELECTION: Polls open as voters decide fate of proposed new congressional districts April 21, 2026, 4: 32 AM Follow WTOP's team coverage of the 2026 Virginia redistricting referendum online, on air at 103. 5 FM or on the WTOP News app. Virginia's congressional map is…...
Virginia redistricting referendum could have national implications
1+ mon, 2+ day ago (647+ words) April 20, 2026, 5: 35 AM Virginia's redistricting referendum could have a seismic political impact on congressional districts in the commonwealth, but if it passes, it could also affect the balance of power in the U. S. House. Several states have undergone redistricting since President Donald…...
Virginia bill targets vape shops that sell to underage buyers
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (420+ words) Matt Small | msmall@wtop. com 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…...
As Virginia governor considers marijuana legislation, when would the marketplace open?
2+ mon, 2+ 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+ mon, 4+ day ago (479+ words) Michelle Basch | mbasch@wtop. com 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…...
Expect more congestion over "vital link" between Virginia into DC
10+ mon, 1+ 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 | msmall@wtop. com July 14, 2025, 1: 15 PM Listen live to WTOP online and on 103. 5 FM for traffic and weather updates on the…...
Virginia Tech computer expert offers summer vacation advice to stay safe
10+ mon, 1+ week ago (352+ words) Dan Ronan | dan. ronan@wtop. com 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…...
Virginia researchers turn ants into secret weapon against spotted lanternflies
10+ mon, 2+ week ago (488+ words) Will Vitka | will. vitka@wtop. com 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…...