Virginia Democrat: Republican tax cuts would burden millions of Americans
Representative Jennifer McClellan (D-Va.) appeared on News Nation’s “The Hill Sunday,” where she expressed concerns that the tax cuts outlined in the GOP budget proposal could negatively impact “millions of Americans” who depend on Medicaid and food assistance programs. “This budget proposes making tax cuts permanent, which could lead to millions losing their health care […]
ICE Raids Intensify Virginia Governor’s Election
Political Tensions Around ICE Arrests in Virginia Republican gubernatorial candidate Wyn Earl Thurs isn’t letting Democrat Abigail Spanberger off the hook for her remarks regarding last month’s attack in Virginia. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) reports that Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents recently apprehended two undocumented individuals with considerable criminal backgrounds. Spanberger, a […]
Arlington, Virginia prohibits police from working with ICE in action criticized by the Attorney General
Arlington County Limits Police Cooperation with ICE This week, the Arlington County Commission in Virginia voted to further restrict local police collaboration with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The decision was based on the belief that only those undocumented immigrants who commit severe crimes, such as human trafficking or terrorism, would be of concern to […]
Spanberger receives criticism from DHS and her opponent for remarks on Virginia ICE raid
Virginia Democratic gubernatorial candidate Abigail Spanberger is facing criticism from her adversaries and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) after she expressed shock over a recent court incident in Virginia involving two criminal illegal immigrants. Spanberger, reflecting on her experience, mentioned the troubling sight of individuals not providing IDs and sometimes obscured by masks, particularly […]
New record set in West Virginia for black crappie fish at 3.6 pounds
Little boy impresses dad by catching his first fish In Fonore, Tennessee, a young boy recently had a memorable first fishing experience, much to the delight of his father. The charming video captures the moment when Jaylon Beasley, just 3 years old, successfully reeled in a fish all by himself. In other fishing news, West […]
McDonald’s in Virginia prohibits entry for customers under 21 years old.
No ID, no Big Mac. In Virginia, a McDonald’s has decided to restrict entry to patrons under 21 years old. This specific franchise in Franconia feels it’s necessary to implement this age restriction to protect both employees and other guests from disruptive behavior linked to students at the nearby Thomas Edison High School. A sign […]
County in Virginia Attempts to Block ICE Deportation Specialists
In Arlington County, Virginia, just across the river from Washington, D.C., the local government is looking to impose stricter limitations on police collaboration with federal immigration authorities. Democratic members of the county board are aiming to prevent police from engaging with ICE during local arrests by amending the county’s Trust Policy, as reported by Arlnow […]
Virginia GOP’s gay-porn controversy shows the importance of primaries
It’s important not to pin all the blame on President Donald Trump as we head into the elections this November. The upcoming midterms are set to be a significant gauge of Republican strength since Trump took office, particularly in New Jersey and Virginia. Traditionally, Republicans brace for tough contests in these states, yet they managed […]
Fishermen in West Virginia set two state records on the same day.
Recently, two fortunate fishermen from West Virginia set two state records on the same day. The West Virginia Department of Natural Resources (WVDNR) announced on May 1 that these records were established on April 22. They pertain to two different fish species: the red horse sucker and the redear sunfish. Resident Jason Floyd caught a […]
Metallica concert recorded as minor earthquake after shaking Virginia Tech significantly.
Metallica Concert Causes Tremors at Virginia Tech BLAKESBURG, VA – The much-anticipated Metallica concert at Virginia Tech’s Lane Stadium turned out to be more than just a musical event; it created actual seismic activity. For Hokies, the opening notes of “Enter Sandman” have long been a cherished part of the football experience. On Wednesday night, […]