Kate Andrews, Author at Virginia Business

Supporters depart a campaign rally against Virginia Democrats' proposed state redistricting constitutional amendment ahead of the referendum special election on April 21, in Bridgewater, Virginia, April 11, 2026. REUTERS/Ken Cedeno/File Photo

Virginia Supreme Court overturns redistricting referendum vote in 4-3 ruling

A Virginia constitutional amendment recently approved by voters would have given Democrats an advantage in 10 of 11 districts.

Government | Politics | Lobbying 2025: LUCAS, SEN. L. LOUISE

Eastern Virginia May 6, 2026

FBI raids Sen. Louise Lucas’ office, business in Portsmouth

FBI agents raided Virginia Democratic Sen. Louise Lucas' Portsmouth district office and nearby cannabis business Wednesday morning, the agency confirmed.

Ports/Trade April 30, 2026

Welcome to the 2026 Virginia Maritime Guide

The Port of Virginia becomes the East Coast’s deepest port, driving $100 billion in spending and nearly 10% of Virginia jobs amid leadership changes.

Gov. Abigial Spanberger vetoed a bill that would have allowed a casino in the Tysons area. Photo by Adobe Stock

Northern Virginia April 29, 2026

Spanberger says no to Fairfax casino with veto

Gov. Abigail Spanberger vetoed a bill that would have allowed a Fairfax County casino referendum, citing local control concerns and opposition from the board.

Scott Beardsley, the University of Virginia’s 10th president, previously served as dean of the Darden School of Business for 11 years. Photo courtesy University of Virginia

Education April 29, 2026

Q&A: After year of turmoil, new U.Va. president is optimistic

UVa president Scott Beardsley addresses leadership transitions and board changes while advancing university growth and rebuilding trust with faculty and legislators.

Talking turkey: Va. is nation’s sixth largest producer

Virginia poultry co-op to add 146 jobs, invest $113M

The Virginia Poultry Growers Cooperative plans to grow its operation, investing $113.9 million and adding 146 jobs.

On Feb. 28, 2025, Virginia Tech President Tim Sands speaks at the grand opening ceremony for the Innovation Campus' Academic Building One. (Photo by Luke Hayes/Virginia Tech)

Kaine questions Virginia Tech president’s exit

Sen. Tim Kaine questions if Virginia Tech President Tim Sands was pushed out before Gov. Spanberger fills key board seats.

The temporary Live! Casino Virginia venue in Petersburg, which opens Jan. 22, 2026, has more than 900 electric games. Photo by Jay Paul

Hotels/Tourism April 9, 2026

Spanberger vetoes Fairfax casino referendum vote

Gov. Abigail Spanberger on Thursday vetoed legislation that would have led to Fairfax County's referendum vote to determine whether a casino would be built in Tysons.

Appian, a software company based in McLean, won a record-setting $2 billion verdict in 2022 that was reversed. Photo courtesy Appian

News March 31, 2026

Appian-Pega lawsuit gets Fairfax retrial

The Virginia Supreme Court has mandated a retrial in the $2 billion trade secrets lawsuit between Appian and Pegasystems, reversing a previous verdict.