McDonnell announces restoration of rights details
RICHMOND If all goes according to plan, Gov. Bob McDonnell’s administration projects that over six months it can give voting rights back to 1 in 10 eligible people who lost them to non-violent felony convictions. That bold undertaking, which could benefit 10,000 of an estimated 100,000 non-violent felons who’ve completed their terms, is not without its challenges, though.
Cuccinelli to hold public meeting tonight in Va. Beach
VIRGINIA BEACH Attorney General Ken Cuccinelli will hold a town hall meeting tonight as part of a series of public meetings around the state. The Republican candidate for governor will hold the meeting from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Crowne Plaza, 4453 Bonney Road, according to a news release. The public meeting is free.
Cuccinelli to hold town hall tonight in Va. Beach
VIRGINIA BEACH Attorney General Ken Cuccinelli will hold a town hall meeting tonight as part of a series of public meetings around the state. The Republican candidate for governor will hold the meeting from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Crowne Plaza, 4453 Bonney Road, according to a news release. The public meeting is free.
Gifts issue clouds Gov. McDonnell’s political future
As spring neared, Gov. Bob McDonnell's confidants were bullish on his 2016 presidential prospects, especially after he secured passage of a legacy-cementing road-funding package that had eluded his predecessors.
Gifts issue cloud Gov. McDonnell’s political future
As spring neared, Gov. Bob McDonnell's confidants were bullish on his 2016 presidential prospects, especially after he secured passage of a legacy-cementing road-funding package that had eluded his predecessors.
Judge refuses to dismiss ex-Va. mansion chef’s case
RICHMOND A judge has refused to dismiss embezzlement charges against a former Virginia Executive Mansion chef. Richmond Circuit Judge Margaret Spencer on Friday rejected a defense motion to toss out the four felony counts against Todd Schneider.
NC governor says he hasn’t visited Statehouse protests
RALEIGH, N.C. Gov. Pat McCrory backed away from a statement that left the impression he frequently waded into crowds of protesters angry with Republican legislative initiatives, saying Friday he often interacts while walking near the demonstrations though he doesn't mingle among his critics.
Virginia surplus means raises for state workers
RICHMOND For the first time in six years, Virginia state employees will receive a pay raise thanks to a revenue surplus, the fourth in as many years.
McCrory says he will sign NC abortion bill if it passes
RALEIGH, N.C. North Carolina Gov. Pat McCrory said Friday he would sign a new version of an abortion bill into law if it reaches his desk because Republican legislators made changes that he said won't limit abortion access.
ECSU’s most veteran police officer fired by university
ELIZABETH CITY The upheaval on the Elizabeth City State University police force continues after the university fired its most veteran officer.
N.S. lawmakers to debate abortion legislation
RALEIGH — The North Carolina House is expected to engage in an impassioned floor debate today before voting on the latest version of legislation addressing the state's abortion rules.
N.C. lawmakers to debate abortion legislation
RALEIGH The North Carolina House is expected to engage in an impassioned floor debate today before voting on the latest version of legislation addressing the state's abortion rules.