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Road-funding bill runs behind GOP Senate race
Today's Republican primary for a soon-to-be-vacant state Senate seat is the first political test case for Gov. Bob McDonnell's $6 billion transportation-funding plan, a tax-laden deal that has inspired anger among fiscal conservatives.
Trial set in alleged scam of ex-delegate’s family
YORKTOWN A trial is scheduled next month for a Louisa County man accused of scamming the ex-wife of imprisoned former lawmaker Phil Hamilton with bogus claims that he could get Hamilton a presidential pardon. Joseph Yancey, 52, a convicted felon, faces six felony counts of obtaining money by false pretense. His trial is set for June 26 in York County General District Court.
Disappointing business ventures stalking McAuliffe
FRANKLIN Terry McAuliffe figured his business background would be an asset in his second run for governor, but he has found himself explaining why two commercial ventures he proposed in Virginia haven't lived up to the lofty expectations he set.
Abortion clinic regulations signed by McDonnell
RICHMOND Gov. Bob McDonnell last month quietly approved rules holding Virginia abortion clinics to strict new hospital-like hygiene and architectural guidelines, a final administrative action before they are set to become permanent in June.
N.C. marina to serve commercial, recreational vessels
MANNS HARBOR, N.C. In Dare County, where there is a boat for every six people, North Carolina is building a $5 million public marina that will be the first in the state to serve commercial and recreational vessels. Together.
Report: Va. cabinet member discloses taking gifts
RICHMOND A member of Gov. Bob McDonnell's cabinet has disclosed gifts from the head of a troubled tobacco products and nutritional supplements manufacturer.
McDonnell viewed $15K check as gift to daughter
RICHMOND Gov. Bob McDonnell says he viewed a $15,000 check from a political backer to pay for catering at his daughter's wedding to be a gift to his daughter, not to him, and felt no need under the law to report it.
Virginia could be on hook for $1B Midtown Tunnel debt
The state would be on the hook for more than a billion dollars of debt if a judge's ruling striking down the Midtown and Downtown tunnel tolls stands, according to a ratings agency.
Norfolk prosecutor assigned to Va. mansion chef case
RICHMOND Norfolk Commonwealth’s Attorney Greg Underwood is taking over the Virginia attorney general’s criminal prosecution of Gov. Bob McDonnell’s ex-chef, a high-profile case with significant political implications.
Judge: Midtown Tunnel toll deal is unconstitutional
PORTSMOUTH A judge ruled Wednesday that the state's $2.1 billion public-private Midtown Tunnel deal and its tolls are unconstitutional, throwing uncertainty over a project that is months into construction, and setting the stage for an appeal.
Judge sides with toll opponents; appeal likely
UPDATE, 3:37 p.m.: The judge has ruled in favor of the plaintiffs, saying the General Assembly exceeded its power to delegate its authority to set the tolls. The defendants have asked for a stay of the order pending appeal. Details to come. _____ PORTSMOUTH
Judge: Virginia exceeded its power in delegating tolls
UPDATE, 3:37 p.m.: Judge ruled in favor of the plaintiffs and that the General Assembly exceeded its power to delegate its authority to set the tolls. The plaintiffs have asked for a stay of the order pending appeal. _____ PORTSMOUTH
