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One Year In, Here’s How the Inflation Reduction Act Has Helped Virginia
The law ensured that 63,000 Virginians were able to keep their health insurance, reduced the cost of insulin for over 36,000 seniors, and incentivized several manufacturers to invest in the state and create more clean energy jobs.
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Family of Henrietta Lacks files new lawsuit over cells harvested without her consent
Just over a week after Henrietta Lacks’ descendants settled a lawsuit against a biotech company they accused of unjustly profiting off her cells for generations, the family’s attorneys have filed another claim against a different corporation.
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Here’s What To Know About Trump’s Indictment in Georgia
The former president—who swore an oath to protect and defend the US Constitution—has been indicted over his attempts to overturn the 2020 presidential election results in Georgia.
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Virginia player wounded in deadly attack returns for a new season as an inspiration to his teammates
Mike Hollins, from Baton Rouge, Louisiana, was one of two survivors of a shooting last November that left three teammates dead. He was shot in the back, needed several surgeries and spent a week in the hospital before beginning a long rehabilitation.
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How a Biden-Era Law Will Save Virginians Thousands on Prescription Drugs
The Inflation Reduction Act was signed into law one year ago this week. The law is already delivering healthcare savings to millions of Americans, with more on the way for Virginians like Irvin Varkonyi.
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A 6-year-old said ‘I did it’ after shooting his teacher at Virginia school, warrants say
In the moments after a 6-year-old shot his teacher in a Virginia classroom last January, the boy made statements including “I shot that (expletive) dead,” and “I did it. I got my mom’s gun last night,” according to recently unsealed police search warrants.
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Is Your Drinking Water Safe, Virginia? Check the Interactive Map Now.
Do you live near one of the 15 Virginia sites impacted by PFAS contaminants?
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Free School Meals for All Helps Families–Here’s Why Virginia Doesn’t Have Them
House Bill 1967 would have required Virginia schools to provide free breakfast and lunch to all K-12 public school students. It failed to pass during the 2023 General Assembly session after the Republican-controlled state House blocked the bill.
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5 Virginia Beach Shopping Destinations That Aren’t Souvenir Stores
Explore five diverse and vibrant shop-portunities in Virginia Beach, which expand beyond the Boardwalk.
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Real Life Barbie: Alexandria Principal Wins Mrs. Virginia with Brains, Beauty, and Books
At the intersection of community engagement, pageantry, and social impact, there’s Dr. Ingrid Bynum.
