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State of the Race: Subramanyam vs. Beckwith in Va-10

State of the Race: Subramanyam vs. Beckwith in Va-10

September 14, 2026

The 10th has gone big for Democrats the past 10 years in national and statewide races, but congressional races have proven much tighter. Incumbent Subramanyam has the advantage, but this is not a race to sleep on.

Appeal of Dominion’s Gas Plant Focused on Payment Method, Neighbors

Appeal of Dominion’s Gas Plant Focused on Payment Method, Neighbors

September 11, 2026

Environmental and community activists area asking the Virginia Supreme Court to overturn the SCC’s 2025 permit for a Natural Gas Plant in Chesterfield

The National Data Center Plan and Potential for Federal Regulation

The National Data Center Plan and Potential for Federal Regulation

September 11, 2026

The National Data Center Plan faces long odds in the current Congress. Its future in the next Congress rests with midterm voters.

Central Virginia Has Three of the Nation’s Ten Worst-Rated Nursing Homes

Central Virginia Has Three of the Nation’s Ten Worst-Rated Nursing Homes

September 10, 2026

A national group ranks nursing homes - Virginia doesn't fare well.

State of the Race: Griffith vs. Powers in Va-09

State of the Race: Griffith vs. Powers in Va-09

September 9, 2026

Morgan Griffith is the odds-on favorite to win CD 9. Political watchers will be keeping an eye on the potential margin of that victory.

Analysis: Gov. Spanberger Is Leading

Analysis: Gov. Spanberger Is Leading

September 4, 2026

On the issue of data centers, Gov. Spanberger is leading with a clear vision and voice. She will not jeopardize Virginia’s economic health in the face of a populist uprising.