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Virginia Board of Elections certifies results, ending congressional midterm election season
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on December 5, 2022
Virginia’s Board of Elections certified the state’s Congressional midterm and local November elections Monday. Mallory Noe-Payne reports.
Virginia has two special elections on the horizon
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on November 16, 2022
The November election may be over, but voters aren’t done yet. Michael Pope has this preview of two special elections in northern Virginia and Hampton Roads.
The 2022 election will have many, new firsts in Virginia
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on November 7, 2022
Election officials are gearing up for Election Day with some new rules. Michael Pope has this preview.
A look at how early votes will be counted in Virginia this year
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on November 4, 2022
Early vote counts will work a bit differently this year. Michael Pope has this preview about what to expect after the polls close.
How does Virginia handle guns at polling places?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on November 2, 2022
Early voting locations across the country have been the scene of armed poll watchers, prompting concerns about voter intimidation. Michael Pope has this report about what voters need to know if they see someone armed outside a polling place.
The true role of sample ballots
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on October 31, 2022
When approaching an election location, voters might be presented with a sample ballot. Michael Pope reports that they’re often the product of party advertising.
A closer look at the legality of poll watching
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on October 28, 2022
In some other states, voters at early polling locations have been confronted by campaign workers or poll watchers holding a camera and asking questions. As Michael Pope reports, that’s not necessarily illegal.
What an “October surprise” looks like in the age of the election season
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on October 25, 2022
As more and more people choose to vote early, the pace of campaigns is changing. Michael Pope reports.
Misinformation top concern for local registrars heading into election season
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on September 13, 2022
As we reported last week, Virginia’s Attorney General recently announced the formation of an Election Integrity Unit – a group, he says, that will provide legal advice to the Department of Elections and investigate violations of state elections law.
Reporter Mallory Noe-Payne recently spoke with some local election officials, and has this look at what they see as the most important priority leading to Election Day.
A preview of Tuesday’s primary elections in Virginia
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on June 20, 2022
Tuesday is Election Day in Virginia. Michael Pope has this preview of what you’ll see on the ballot.
Polling places will be open from 6am to 7pm. Anyone in line at 7 will be allowed to cast a ballot. You can find more information here.
With Monday Vote, SW Virginia Stays Unrepresented on Redistricting Commission
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on July 22, 2021
Virginia’s Redistricting Commission chose a new member Monday, leaving the commission without a member from Southwest Virginia. Jahd Khalil reports.
Redistricting Commission Works to Find Law and Communications Firms
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on June 25, 2021
Few firms are expressing interest in necessary contracts for Virginia’s redistricting commission. Jahd Khalil reports.
Bill Moving May Local Elections to November Advances to House of Delegates
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on January 21, 2021
Lawmakers are considering a bill that would move all local elections from May to November. Michael Pope reports.
Beyer and Other House Democrats Are Pushing Ranked Choice Voting
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on September 23, 2019
Should voters have more choices when they are at the polls? One Virginia congressman wants to create a new system of ranked choice voting. Michael Pope reports.
Virginia Incumbents and Their Challengers Often Have More in Common Than Meets the Eye
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on August 14, 2019
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Who are the people running against all those incumbent members of the Virginia General Assembly this year? And just how rich are they? Michael Pope reports.
Should Virginia Take Partisanship Out of its Elections?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on September 20, 2016
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This year, only one congressional race in Virginia is competitive. That means almost all the members of Virginia’s congressional delegation are in totally safe seats. During the General Assembly election last year, NONE of the incumbents lost their seats. Now, one member of the House of Delegates says it’s time to introduce some more competition into the process. Michael Pope reports.
ACLU Report Claims Majority of Virginia Prosecutor Elections Are Uncontested
Posted by Payton Knobeloch in Virginia's News on June 17, 2016
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Prosecutors in Virginia are elected to four-year terms. But that doesn’t necessarily mean they have to do much campaigning. As Michael Pope tells us, a new report from the ACLU of Virginia says the vast majority of these elections are uncontested.
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From NPR News- How a major election theory case at the U.S. Supreme Court could get thrown out February 6, 2023A major U.S. Supreme Court case from North Carolina about a once-fringe election theory may end up getting tossed out of the high court now that a state court in GOP hands is rehearing the case.
- The 'He Gets Us' commercials promote Jesus. Who's behind them and what is the goal? February 6, 2023Jesus Christ is now the center of a multimillion-dollar advertising campaign funded by the founder of Hobby Lobby and others.
- Brazil cracks down on illegal gold miners on an indigenous reserve in the Amazon February 6, 2023The illegal miners have polluted rivers and land in the reserve, leading to widespread hunger and disease.
- More than 3,400 people have died after earthquakes hammer Turkey and Syria February 6, 2023A powerful earthquake rocked southeastern Turkey and northern Syria early Monday, killing more than 3,400 people and injuring thousands more. Hundreds of families are still trapped.
- A Turkish castle that withstood centuries of invasions is damaged in the earthquake February 6, 2023Gaziantep Castle in southeastern Turkey dates back to the Hittite Empire and in modern times has been a museum and tourist attraction. Parts of the building were destroyed by Monday's earthquake.
- How a major election theory case at the U.S. Supreme Court could get thrown out February 6, 2023
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- School head found dead with husband and daughter February 6, 2023Epsom College head Emma Pattison is described as a "warm, energetic, compassionate leader".
- David Carrick: Serial rapist PC humiliated victims, court hears February 6, 2023Former Met Police officer David Carrick is being sentenced for dozens of rape and sexual offences.
- Suspected Chinese spy balloon was 200ft tall - US defence official February 6, 2023An official says the size of the object informed the decision not to shoot it down before Saturday.
- Focus on river path in search for missing Nicola February 6, 2023Nicola Bulley's partner says their two girls "miss their mummy desperately" and "need her back".
- Chris Mason: Sunak's backseat-driving former prime ministers February 6, 2023Rishi Sunak has a minibus full of predecessors who could end up as backseat drivers - with Liz Truss the latest to lurch towards the wheel.
- School head found dead with husband and daughter February 6, 2023
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