Recent hikes in fast food prices have left many diners cold, but the average American still goes out to eat between five and six times a week. Where they’re choosing to go, though, amid economic uncertainty, high gas and grocery prices, might surprise you.

The U.S. Forest Service says it’s considering closing dozens of research facilities across the country, including one in Blacksburg ... Electricity bills are rising across Virginia—and for many residents, it’s unclear why ... Virginia has had a ban on the open carry of some firearms in certain locations since the 90s, but that’s about to change.

Governor Abigail Spanberger amended an effort to limit the prices for certain frequently prescribed drugs in Virginia… Governor Spanberger also vetoed slot-machine style "skill games”... and Virginia has joined 21 states in opposing a proposed U.S. Postal Service rule that would allow certain firearms to be sent through the mail.

Freezing temperatures damaged fruit crops across Virginia…Virginia legislators are still working on a budget, and it may contain some surprises.. Conservationists have concerns about water quality impacts with the planned renovation of a private golf club in Lexington and Rockbridge County.

The closure of Spirit Airlines is already being felt in Virginia... Governor Abigail Spanberger has signed legislation that would help plaintiffs in class action lawsuits... expensive upgrades are delaying energy to Virginia’s power grid… and UVA Health announced a new wireless pacemaker…

New figures from the Deportation Data Project detail a steep rise in the number of immigration arrests in 2025 in Virginia… Multiple court cases could impact Virginia voters and their election districts… Many people gathered on the streets of Front Royal yesterday for a chance to see royalty.

Thanks to a grant from Augusta Health, the Waynesboro Family YMCA has installed new technology in their lower gym that combines virtual and physical play. And Virginia is about to get a handful of new laws to crack down on debt collectors.

A grassroots group in the Harrisonburg area, mostly led by retirees, has educated the public about climate change and advocated for solutions for 18 years. This spring, they decided to disband, and pass the environmental baton to other organizations that have sprouted up.

Local advocates are rallying this week in support of Haitian and Syrian immigrants as the U-S Supreme Court will hear arguments regarding Temporary Protected Status... Meanwhile, in Virginia, the state Supreme Court heard arguments in a challenge to the congressional redistricting effort... Voter confusion could explain why Democrats underperformed in last week’s referendum vote, despite winning… Governor Abigail Spanberger marked her first 100 days in office touting legislative victories… and a new cat café opens in Winchester…

The Supreme Court of Virginia will hear oral arguments today regarding last week’s vote in favor of a constitutional amendment that would redraw the state’s congressional districts... We’ll have a preview of today’s arguments and how a nearly century-old ruling could inform today’s hearing... Meanwhile dozens of horses were quarantined after exposure to a disease at an event in Culpeper County… and fluctuating temperatures over the past week have impacted Virginia’s wineries…