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Jan 02 2026ENVIRONMENT

Virginia and Beyond: Climate and Energy Shifts in 2026

Virginia is stepping up its game to tackle rising energy costs. The incoming governor has plans to make electricity bills easier on the wallet. She wants to boost battery storage and energy efficiency to avoid expensive new power lines. Meanwhile, the state's offshore wind project hit a snag when th

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Dec 27 2025POLITICS

Virginians Say No to Healthcare Cuts

Virginians are not happy with the recent healthcare changes. A big group of people, nearly four times more, want Congress to keep the tax credits that help pay for health insurance. These credits expired at the end of last year because Congress did not extend them. Without them, many people might lo

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Dec 26 2025OPINION

Golf, Diversity, and Community: A Closer Look at Virginia Beach's Green Spaces

Virginia Beach's golf courses are more than just places for the wealthy to play. They are vibrant community hubs where people of all backgrounds enjoy the game. The idea that golf is only for rich white men is outdated and unfair. Public courses like Virginia Beach National Golf Club attract a diver

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Dec 22 2025WEATHER

Northern California Faces Flooding After Heavy Rains

Northern California experienced severe flooding after heavy rains hit the region on Sunday. The downpour caused flash floods, leading to at least one fatality. Redding, a city with around 94, 000 residents, was one of the worst-hit areas. Shasta County saw up to six inches of rain, causing signific

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Dec 22 2025WEATHER

California's Heavy Rainfall Leads to Tragedy and Chaos

Northern California faced severe weather over the weekend, with heavy rain, snow, and strong winds causing chaos. The National Weather Service (NWS) issued flood-related alerts across the state, warning of dangerous conditions. In Redding, Shasta County, one person lost their life due to flash floo

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Dec 22 2025SPORTS

Virginia Tech Eyes Proven Defensive Line Coach

Virginia Tech is making a move to strengthen its defense. They are looking at Sean Spencer, who has been coaching defensive lines for years. He has worked at big schools like Texas A&M, Florida, and Penn State. He even spent time in the NFL with the New York Giants. Spencer's teams have been really

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Dec 19 2025BUSINESS

Virginia Beach Welcomes New Finance Leader

Virginia Beach has a new finance director. Wan \"Wendy\" Hu stepped into the role permanently after serving as acting director since August. She took over from Letitia Shelton, who moved to Richmond for a similar position. The city manager, Patrick Duhaney, chose Hu after a thorough search across th

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Dec 18 2025WEATHER

Northern Illinois Braces for a Sudden Weather Shift

Northern Illinois and parts of northwest Indiana are in for a rough ride on Thursday. The weather is set to go from mild and rainy to downright dangerous in a matter of hours. The National Weather Service is warning everyone to be prepared for a mix of strong winds, sudden snow squalls, and icy cond

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Dec 17 2025BUSINESS

Virginia's Power Play: The Data Center Debate

Virginia is known for its data centers. These buildings are big and need a lot of power. They bring money to the area but also cause some problems. People are worried about the power these centers use. They can power nearly 900, 000 homes. That's a lot! Some people think this is not good for the en

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Dec 14 2025TECHNOLOGY

Virginia's Data Center Dilemma: Growth or Green?

Virginia is known as the data center capital of the world. This is because of its strong telecommunications, skilled workforce, and friendly policies. But this growth brings both good and bad things. On the plus side, data centers bring in lots of money for local areas. They create jobs and boost t

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