Two law-and-order Republicans, including a longtime Chesapeake jail deputy, are pushing the idea that former inmates who do exceptionally well on probation should get a break on time in the ...

Moms for Liberty co-founder Tiffany Justice said it is gratifying that Trump prefers satisfying "a kid's needs" and not an "adult wants," referring to teachers unions.

Federal funding for victim services has been slashed, leaving the Virginia legislature to ensure crime survivors aren’t ...

Virginia’s over-60 population is projected to grow by nearly 70% by 2050 — meaning many more young Virginians may become caregivers for aging relatives. Advocates are backing legislation in the ...

More than 1,000 bills are filed for General Assembly consideration each year. In this weekly series, the Virginia Mercury takes a look at a few of lawmakers’ 2025 proposals that might ...

Donald Trump is sworn in Jan. 20 by Chief Justice John Roberts as Melania Trump holds the Bible during the 60th Presidential ...