I implore the utility companies, elected officials and regulators to maintain electricity rates that every Virginian, regardless of their finances can afford,” said Hope Elliot, a Richmond community advocate.

The pivotal question in November’s New Jersey and Virginia governor races may be whether the outcome is shaped more by President Donald Trump’s electoral strengths or by his weaknesses.

The Virginia Mercury, in partnership with the Virginia Press Association and the Virginia Local News Project, present the 2025 Virginia Voter Guide to help you prepare to exercise your civic rights, inform you about the candidates and lay out the elections information you need.

On the November 4th election, Virginians will have the opportunity to vote for Virginia's next Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Attorney General, and their representative in the House of Delegates.

Virginia is the last Southern state that has not passed new abortion restrictions since the U.S. Supreme Court struck down a national constitutional right to the procedure.

Sen. Tim Kaine (D-Va.) said Sunday that the scandal involving Virginia Democratic attorney general nominee Jay Jones and his unearthed violent text messages will not cause trouble for former Rep.

Early voting for the Virginia General Election began on September 19th, 2025. The polls open for election day on Tuesday, November 4th for citizens to cast their votes. If you are out of town and are not serving in or affiliated with the military,

A conservative political group has launched a new ad in the Virginia governor’s race aimed Democrat Abigail Spanberger's positons on trans policies.

The former president's endorsement, first reported by NBC News, is also coming with two new digital ads for Spanberger's campaign.

Barack Obama endorsed Rep. Mikie Sherrill for governor of New Jersey, part of a move to try and boost two high-profile Democrats in key elections next month.