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Chesterfield approves fusion power plant permit
Commonwealth Fusion Systems received the Chesterfield zoning permit needed for what could be the world’s first grid-scale commercial fusion power plant.
Democrats tie $6B Nexstar-Tegna deal to Jimmy Kimmel’s suspension
Congressional Democrats, including U.S. Sen. Tim Kaine, are tying ABC late night host Jimmy Kimmel's indefinite suspension on Wednesday to the $6.2 billion Nexstar-Tegna acquisition.
Eli Lilly to invest $5B in Goochland plant, creating 650 jobs
Pharmaceutical giant Eli Lilly & Co. plans to invest $5 billion in a manufacturing facility in Goochland County expected to create 650 permanent jobs.
Virginia casinos report $84.8M in August revenue
August gaming revenues from Virginia’s three casinos totaled $84.8 million, up $90,000 from July according to a Virginia Lottery report.
Norfolk Airport cancels development contract for 165-room hotel
The Norfolk Airport Authority recently canceled a contract to develop a 165-room hotel due to an alleged contract violation.
Government contractor to add 1,200 jobs in Alexandria and Fairfax
Systems Planning & Analysis (SPA) announced Thursday it plans to expand its headquarters, increase its presence in Fairfax County and create more than 1,200 jobs.
Nightingale Ice Cream cancels expansion plans
Nightingale Ice Cream Sandwiches has canceled plans for a $5.8 million expansion into a new Richmond facility.
Youngkin, Senate Dems continue fight over university boards
Virginia State Senate Democratic leaders are calling for George Mason University's rector to recuse himself or resign.
Virginia 500: The 2025-26 Power List
Who are Virginia’s most powerful and influential leaders in business, government, politics and education this year? Find out in the sixth annual edition of the Virginia 500: The 2025-26 Power List. Read a note from our associate publisher about how we select the Virginia 500. Executives are listed in alphabetical order b[...]
Trump administration withdraws $39.27M for Norfolk offshore wind project
The Trump administration withdrew $39.27 million in federal funding that had been awarded for an offshore wind logistics port in Norfolk.
Virginia eyes nuclear to power booming data centers
Data centers devouring nearly a quarter of Virginia’s electricity, leaders push nuclear power, from SMRs to fusion, to meet rising demand.
Mary Baldwin University president resigns; new president named
Mary Baldwin University announced this week that president Jeff Stein has resigned, after only two years in the role.
