WHRO Reports

A measure awaiting Gov. Abigail Spanberger's signature would prevent health insurers from directing where doctors send biopsy samples within an insurance network.

The SCC deemed the project necessary for Virginia Natural Gas to reliably serve customers.

A special election is being held for the 98th District seat in the Virginia House of Delegates.

“That acreage represents not only land, but long-term production capacity, economic opportunity and environmental stewardship,” Agricultural Specialist Julia Hillegass said.

Agriculture, the military and tourism were themes of this year's address.

As the number of women veterans in the country continues to grow, so does the need for health services tailored to their experiences.

First responders face some of the highest rates of stress and burnout among public service professions. Yet, mental health providers often lack an understanding of their work.

Utility officials say the technology is more cost-effective and allows control over equipment design.

Hughes was with Suffolk for two decades before becoming interim city manager last year.

Officials say the survey, which closes March 31, will shape regional priorities.

The tour underpins the governor's goal to improve student learning outcomes. Virginia ranks last in math recovery since the pandemic and less than three-quarters met reading assessment benchmarks in 2024-25.

In-person voting starts Friday. The city has a new central Voter Registration & Elections office.

Changes would have started in April but may be delayed until next year.

Microtransit can make public transportation more convenient, officials say.

William & Mary "puzzled and saddened" by Department of Defense announcement.

A 10-year study on the Eastern Shore found balloons and their ribbons are a top source of litter.

The class, a partnership with the Chesapeake Bay Foundation, will include students studying marine science and architecture.

Advocates and researchers say that housing vouchers give people the illusion of choice.

The additional money would give teachers and support staff at least 2% raises, bus drivers 11% raises, and pay for new hires and benefits costs.

Measles was declared eliminated in the United States more than two decades ago. Just two months into 2026, Virginia has already confirmed 10 cases.

The population of Wayne's warblers, which rely on wetland forests, has precipitously declined in recent years.

Portsmouth has one of the highest HIV prevalence rates in Virginia, with roughly 799 cases per 100,000 people, a rate that exceeds both the state and national averages.

The bills would prompt the state's first labor regulations on preventing heat illness.

The county is launching a community land trust and wants residents to apply for its first board of directors.

City Council accepted Andrew Trivette's resignation in a quickly scheduled special meeting on Wednesday

Virginia Beach reported the highest use of student seclusions in the state. A new policy limits the controversial practice for children in crisis.

The Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind project is more than 70% complete.

Public works employees removed homophobic messages in December. They were thanked Monday at the intersection, which is now surrounded by new artwork.

If approved by the school board, new rules could dramatically limit the use of a controversial practice of student isolation.

The Girl Scouts of the Colonial Coast recently held their annual Cookie Count 'n' Go. The regional council wants to sell more than one million boxes of cookies this year.

Knight found success in agriculture and entered politics. The Republican served in the House of Delegates for 17 years. He died Thursday at the age of 71.

Colonial Behavioral Health is the sole provider of safety net behavioral health services for the uninsured and underinsured in the Historic Triangle.

Legislation would mean hospitals could no longer use contracts to limit where clinicians work after leaving a job.

Officials say the project will increase local housing supply while honoring the site's historical significance.

“I think it's not a hard sell to the community to say let's see what we can do about increasing our stock of trees,” Board of Supervisors Chair John McGlennon said.

The study led by Virginia Tech gives the most detailed picture yet of local subsidence.

Schools like ECPI University and Old Dominion University have launched mobile labs and clinics, aiming to expand hands-on training and reach underserved communities as the region confronts a nursing shortage.

Revenues are up for the localities, but so are costs.

The honor comes after the City Council discussed whether to reduce dedicated funding to the Agricultural Reserve Program during the upcoming budget.

The city hosted a community feedback session Feb. 12 to get input from the people who live and work in Portsmouth.

The closure of the Signature at West Neck created controversy and safety concerns about the property. The debate goes to City Council now.

Abortion remains legal in Virginia, but advocates say that could change with shifting political power. A constitutional amendment would make reproductive rights far harder to roll back.