3 days ago · 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.

1 day ago · For Virginians who spend hundreds on tolls each month, relief could be on the horizon — if lawmakers can stomach the price tag. A proposal to ease toll burdens for frequent drivers and low-income residents cleared a key hurdle in the state legislature this week, as a House Transportation subcommittee advanced the measure for further review.

12 hours ago · With President Donald Trump back in the White House and congressional Republicans eying Medicaid cuts, Virginia Democrats are moving to safeguard the state’s health care safety net.. Sen. Creigh Deeds, D-Charlottesville, a veteran of 32 years in state government, called the 2018 Medicaid expansion one of the “most meaningful” votes in his career.

2 days ago · No survivors found in crash between military helicopter and jet over Potomac River near DC BY: Ariana Figueroa - January 30, 2025 WASHINGTON — An American Airlines regional jet carrying 64 people collided with a U.S. Army Black Hawk helicopter late Wednesday on approach to Reagan National Airport in Virginia just across from the District of Columbia, plunging both aircraft into the Potomac ...

Jan 14, 2025 · Abortion Policy; Government + Politics; Health; Labor; Historic push for constitutional protections in Virginia gains momentum Amendments on reproductive rights, voting rights, and marriage equality clear the House; Republicans back “right-to-work” safeguard.

Jan 6, 2025 · However, bipartisan support exists for measures to improve maternal health outcomes. Youngkin has proposed over $4 million in funding for pilot programs, increased OB-GYN residencies, and workforce development for doulas and midwives. Democrats have unveiled their own “momnibus” package of bills, which includes expanded Medicaid access and remote monitoring services for high-risk ...

Jan 3, 2025 · With Republicans poised to take control of Congress and the White House, Tuesday’s special elections in Virginia’s General Assembly mark the first test of sentiment since the Nov. 5 general election. The contests could either reinforce Democratic majorities in the state legislature or signal a ...

Dec 27, 2024 · Number 1: Documenting and preserving Virginia’s largest, most revered trees By freelance contributor Evan Visconti, published May 20 (Courtesy of Eric Wiseman and the Virginia Big Tree Program) From the story: Virginia is home to nearly 80 national champion big trees, consistently placing the commonwealth in the top five states with the most documented champion trees, or trees that have ...

Dec 23, 2024 · Virginia’s surging energy demands, driven by data center growth, are putting pressure on the state’s natural gas infrastructure.

Nov 5, 2024 · Polls are now closed, and Virginians’ votes are being tallied. We’re posting live election results on our site as they come in.. 11:09 p.m.: Democrat Jennifer McClellan wins reelection in Virginia’s 4th Congressional District, according to the Associated Press.. 10:58 p.m.: