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Virginia Election Day Turnout Dips as Redistricting Amendment Looms
politics1 month ago

Virginia Election Day Turnout Dips as Redistricting Amendment Looms

Election Day turnout in Virginia was markedly lower than in 2025's governor’s race, even as early voting drew about 1.4 million ballots; declines were sharper in Democratic-leaning areas, with Fairfax County down 25% and Alexandria down 21% at midday. The referendum would temporarily give redistricting authority back to the General Assembly; if approved, Democrats could gain up to four House seats, though the measure faces court challenges. Final results should be interpreted cautiously, as turnout alone isn’t predictive of outcomes and the issue cuts across partisan lines.

via The New York Times|
#elections#northern-virginia#politics
Two new measles cases prompt exposure alerts across Northern Virginia sites
health3 months ago

Two new measles cases prompt exposure alerts across Northern Virginia sites

Virginia health officials confirm two new measles cases in Northern Virginia, listing about 10 exposure sites including Harris Teeter (Manassas), Walmart, Marco’s Pizza, Bull Run Unitarian Universalists, Best Buy Outlet, Mountaintop Church, Lidl, Target (Manassas), a Gainesville Medical Center, and an Alexandria office building with specified exposure windows; residents who visited these locations during those times should monitor for measles symptoms for 21 days and isolate if symptoms appear. Report exposures to the Virginia Department of Health via a short online survey and check immunization status; two doses of vaccine or birth before 1957 are considered protected.

via WUSA9|
#exposure-sites#health#measles
Texas Set to Overtake Virginia as U.S. Data Center Hub by 2030
business3 months ago

Texas Set to Overtake Virginia as U.S. Data Center Hub by 2030

Texas is on track to become the largest U.S. data center market, potentially surpassing Northern Virginia by 2030. The state already has about 6.5 GW of data center capacity under construction and is attracting major AI infrastructure investments from Amazon, Microsoft, Google, and Meta. Nationwide, more than half of new data center development is leaving traditional hubs as markets like Tennessee, Ohio, Wisconsin and Texas rise. The overall pipeline could reach roughly 35 GW, underscoring Texas’s appeal due to abundant energy resources and ambitious projects in sites like Abilene and West Texas.

via Business Insider|
#ai-infrastructure#business#data-centers
Monks’ Peace Walk Triggers Rolling Closures Across Northern Virginia
local3 months ago

Monks’ Peace Walk Triggers Rolling Closures Across Northern Virginia

Buddhist monks' 120-day, 2,300-mile Walk for Peace to D.C. will trigger rolling road closures in Alexandria, Arlington, and Fairfax counties as the procession moves through Northern Virginia, with 9 a.m.–2 p.m. closures on Cameron and Columbus streets in Old Town Alexandria Monday, routing through Route 1, Crystal Drive and other streets into Marymount University for remarks; Fairfax police will assist and spectators are asked to watch from designated areas while access is restricted during the walk.

via WTOP|
#alexandria#local#monks
Au pair testifies in Virginia murder case, claims husband stabbed wife and framed stranger
local4 months ago

Au pair testifies in Virginia murder case, claims husband stabbed wife and framed stranger

In Fairfax County, Virginia, au pair Juliana Peres Magalhães testified that Brendan Banfield stabbed his wife Christine Banfield and, with Magalhães’s help, lured a stranger from a fetish site to their home to frame him, part of a broader double-murder plot prosecutors say stemmed from the couple’s relationship and custody concerns as Banfield goes to trial.

via The Washington Post|
#assault#fairfax-county-virginia#homicide
U.S. Education Department Finds Virginia School Districts Violated Title IX Over Transgender Policies
education10 months ago

U.S. Education Department Finds Virginia School Districts Violated Title IX Over Transgender Policies

The U.S. Department of Education found five Northern Virginia school districts in violation of Title IX for policies allowing students to access sex-segregated facilities based on gender identity, leading to proposed corrective actions including policy rescission and clarification on sex-based access. The investigation was prompted by complaints and reports of safety concerns and inappropriate behavior, with the Department emphasizing the importance of biological definitions of sex in school policies.

via U.S. Department of Education (.gov)|
#discrimination#education#gender-identity
Measles Exposure Confirmed at Dulles Airport, Northern Virginia
health11 months ago

Measles Exposure Confirmed at Dulles Airport, Northern Virginia

A potential measles exposure is under investigation in Northern Virginia after an international traveler with a confirmed case passed through Dulles Airport, prompting health officials to contact passengers and assess risk amid rising cases nationwide. So far in 2025, there have been three reported cases in Virginia and nearly 1,200 across the U.S., with health authorities urging travelers to be fully vaccinated.

via WTOP|
#dulles-airport#health#measles
Trump's Plans Threaten Federal Jobs and Washington Economy
politics1 year ago

Trump's Plans Threaten Federal Jobs and Washington Economy

The D.C. region, particularly Northern Virginia, is preparing for potential impacts from President-elect Donald Trump's plans to cut federal spending and jobs. While some federal positions may be lost or relocated, the effects could extend to contractors in the area. Trump has appointed Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy to lead a new "Department of Government Efficiency" to advise on reducing government waste. However, sectors like Defense and Homeland Security in Virginia might remain stable or even grow due to potential policy changes.

via WTOP|
#elon-musk#federal-jobs#government-spending
"Virginia Governor Youngkin Amends Budget, Rejects Tax Increases and Vetoes 100 Measures"
transportation2 years ago

"Virginia Governor Youngkin Amends Budget, Rejects Tax Increases and Vetoes 100 Measures"

Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin amended his proposed budget to shift more responsibility for closing Metro's budget gap onto Northern Virginia, retracting what was thought to be a pledge of extra funding from Richmond. The Northern Virginia Transportation Commission expressed disappointment, stating that while they currently have the funding for Metro, it will deplete reserve funds for other transportation projects in about a year, potentially leading to increased taxpayer contributions. This could result in delays for various transportation projects, including a second entrance to Metro stations and bike and road projects. The final decision on the budget is pending a vote by lawmakers in Richmond.

via NBC Washington|
#budget#funding#metro
"Winter Weather Update: Pre-Treated Roads and Light Snowfall Expected in Virginia"
weather2 years ago

"Winter Weather Update: Pre-Treated Roads and Light Snowfall Expected in Virginia"

A winter weather advisory has been issued for Northern Virginia, including the entire D.C. area, with 2 to 3 inches of snow expected through Tuesday morning. The Virginia Department of Transportation has been pretreating roads and is advising drivers to delay non-essential travel, but to exercise caution and be prepared if travel is necessary.

via InsideNoVa|
#national-weather-service#northern-virginia#snow