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The Virginia Mercury is an independent, nonprofit online news organization covering state government and policy. From the push to remove Confederate statues to big shifts in health care and energy policy, the Old Dominion is changing. The Mercury aims to bring a fresh perspective to coverage of the state’s biggest issues.
The news outlet, which will also feature original and guest commentary on a range of topics, will be staffed full-time by four veteran Virginia newspaper journalists.The Mercury is funded by the Hopewell Fund, a 501(c)(3) public charity that specializes in helping donors, social entrepreneurs, and other changemakers quickly launch new, innovative projects. Source
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Search ArticlesEarly voting picks up in NoVa ahead of redistricting referendum, more state headlines Original
• “Largely secret donors pour millions into election that could tip Congress.” – The Washington Post • “Early voting picks up in Northern Virginia ahead of redistricting referendum.” – WTOP News • “Virginia Tech honors 32 people killed in 2007 shooting: ’It was devastating.'” — WTVR • “Virginia farmers to receive support for sustainable agriculture through Chesapeake Bay Foundation grant.” — 13 News Now • “Spanberger rewrite of cannabis retail market bill includes some harsher penalties,...
Spanberger’s first 100 days are flashing a warning Virginia Democrats should not ignore Original
Gov. Abigail Spanberger signed a package of gun bills on April 10, including a ghost gun ban, an industry liability measure and a closure of the intimate partner loophole. The bills are defensible policy. The ceremony around them was a tell. New public safety laws focus on gun violence prevention and support for law enforcement Start with the calendar.
US edges closer to popular vote deciding presidential elections and more Virginia headlines Original
• “US edges closer to popular vote deciding winner of presidential elections.” — The Guardian • “In this U.S. hot spot for data centers, voters have turned against them.” — The Washington Post • “Worried about the midterms, Republicans mobilize rural Virginia voters against redistricting.” — CNN • “Virginia voters split on redistricting as Gov.
Tommy Turner, Author at Virginia Mercury
Nonprofit. Nonpartisan. No paywalls. Fair and tough reporting on the policy and politics that affect all of us is more important than ever. The Mercury brings you coverage of the commonwealth's biggest issues from a team of veteran Virginia journalists. View our Republishing Guidelines. We’re part of States Newsroom, the nation’s largest state-focused nonprofit news organization.
Uptick in continued Va. General Assembly legislation reflects varied motivations Original
by Capital News Service, Virginia Mercury April 15, 2026 By Kacy Lee/VCU Capital News Service RICHMOND, Va. — Hundreds of bills were continued to 2027 following the recent Virginia General Assembly session that concluded in mid-March, a method political experts say is increasingly used by lawmakers for several reasons. A total of 2,366 bills were introduced to the legislature, excluding resolutions, with 433 bills continued, according to statistics on the legislative information system.
Virginia governor ends tax breaks for Confederate groups and more state headlines Original
• “Virginia joins a national effort to ensure only popular vote winners become president.” — NPR • “Virginia governor ends tax breaks for Confederate groups.” — The New York Times • “Curfew proposed for all ages at VB Oceanfront to stem shootings, crime.” — WAVY • “Eight Central Virginia localities classified as drought disaster areas.” — WRIC • “Olivia Troye, Trump aide turned critic, launches Virginia congressional bid.” — Politico GET THE MORNING HEADLINES. SUBSCRIBE
Naked burglary suspect arrested after string of NoVA break-ins and more headlines Original
• “10 Virginia hospitals listed as ‘at risk,’ but what does that really mean?” — Cardinal News • “Virginia has second-most lottery jackpot wins in U.S., study finds.” — WAVY • “Farm workers in Virginia now must be paid a minimum wage.” — WVTF/Radio IQ • “(Lieutenant Gov. Ghazala) Hashmi launches lecture series across Virginia’s colleges and universities on literature, government.” — WRIC • “DRONE VIDEO: Naked burglary suspect arrested after string of break-ins.” — ABC 7 GET THE MORNING HEADLINES.
DOJ threatens to sue over proposed bill banning assault rifles in Virginia, more headlines Original
• “Virginia early voting climbs ahead of crucial redistricting referendum.” — WUSA 9 • “DOJ threatens to sue over proposed bill banning assault rifles in Virginia.” — Virginian-Pilot • “Why did Virginia Tech’s longtime leader suddenly announce his departure?” — Chronicle of Higher Education • “Studies find widening roads often doesn’t ease traffic.
Virginia Mercury wins multiple Virginia Press Association awards Original
The Virginia Press Association recognized the outstanding work of dozens of news publications across the state on April 11 in Lynchburg, with The Virginia Mercury receiving first and second place awards across multiple categories for reporting and column writing in 2025. • Health and housing reporter Charlotte Rene Woods and editor-in-chief Samantha Willis earned the first place headline writing award (online division).
The state that could decide Trump’s gerrymandering war and more Virginia headlines Original
• “The state that could decide Trump’s gerrymandering war.” — The Atlantic • “’Not now, not ever’: Virginia State Police dispel rumor of law leading to gun confiscation.” — WSET • “A GOP-aligned group is using Klan imagery to target Black voters.” — The Washington Post • “Spanberger weighs collective bargaining bill as budget deadline looms.” — WWBT • “‘Gave me some disquiet:’ U.Va. murderer Jesse Matthew transferred to lower-security prison.” — WTOP GET THE MORNING HEADLINES. SUBSCRIBE