Governor Youngkin has declared a State of Emergency ahead of a winter storm this week. Heavy snow and ice has been predicted for much of Virginia, with the highest snow accumulations expected in the northern region of the state. Youngkin released a statement this morning urging all Virginians to take precautions and listen to warnings from state and local officials. A wintry mix is possible for the Hampton Roads area overnight tonight and into tomorrow morning.
The Virginia Passenger Rail Authority's Amtrak routes experienced record ridership in 2024. Thomas Cage with more.Preview: Adult adoptees in Virginia may soon be able to access their original birth certificate if lawmakers approve a new bill.Preview: Jim Peters, adopted in 1946, began looking for his birth family in the early 2-thousands to learn his family medical background, his heritage, and his identity.Preview: WSET reports the bill passed in the House of Delegates last week. It goes to the Senate for approval next before making its way to the Governor's desk.
