Richmond, Governor

Governor, Richmond mayor address city's second day without water
Those who can’t leave their homes but need water can dial 311 in the city and 211 in the surrounding counties to get water delivered to their door.
Governor addresses Richmond’s water crisis: ‘Everyone is frustrated’
The state is working tirelessly to help and support Richmond officials as they endeavor to get the city’s water treatment plant back online.
Virginia legislative session delayed by water problems in Richmond
Richmond was placed under a boil advisory on Jan. 6 after a significant winter storm caused a power outage at the city's water treatment plant.
Richmond still in water crisis, but some service could return Wednesday
Richmond Mayor Danny Avula said that water service has returned in some areas and that most residents could see at least a trickle by Wednesday afternoon.
Richmond water crisis deepens after storm damage forces delay
Efforts to fully restore water service in Richmond faced another setback Tuesday evening, just hours before the Virginia General Assembly was set to convene for its 2025 session. The disruptions, caused by a winter storm that knocked out power to the city’s water treatment plant,
General Assembly ceremonially gavels in before leaving town thanks to Richmond’s water crisis
After being greeted by portable toilets in Capitol Square and signs saying not to use the bathrooms inside the State Capitol, lawmakers officially opened the 2025 General Assembly
Va. General Assembly session delayed as Richmond grapples with water crisis
Lawmakers will return to Richmond on Monday after the start of session was postponed due to no running water in the area.

Virginia, special elections

‘I promised you a rocket ship ride:’ West Virginia Governor Jim Justice bids farewell to state legislature
It’s the end of an era for West Virginia Governor Jim Justice, but also the start of a new one as he bid the state ...
Tuesday's special elections in Virginia could give early insight into governor race, 2026 midterms
Three special elections Tuesday in Virginia could prove an early bellwether in the 2025 governor's race there as well as the ...
West Virginia lawmakers oust delegate-elect on house arrest who made terroristic threats
A West Virginia lawmaker who was charged with making terroristic threats wasn't permitted to take the oath of office required ...
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WATCH LIVE: Governor Youngkin Delivers Update on Winter Weather Response Across Virginia
Governor Glenn Youngkin will deliver an update on the Commonwealth’s response following Sunday’s winter storm, the water outage affecting the City of Richmond and surrounding area, and the winter ...
Virginia legislature prepares for session as Gov. Youngkin enters final year
Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin (R) and the Democrats who control the General Assembly have one last year to work with -- or ...
Legislative priorities in Virginia's delayed legislative session
Though Virginia’s 2025 legislative session has been delayed due to problems with Richmond’s water system brought on by the ...
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Justice gives farewell speech to state leaders in final week as governor
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Governor Jim Justice gave his final remarks as governor to members of the legislature Wednesday afternoon. Justice spoke at the House Chamber during an organizational day before ...
Virginia's legislative gridlock looms as Gov. Youngkin's term nears end
RICHMOND, Va. — The 2025 Virginial General Assembly will be a critical session for Gov. Glenn Youngkin, whose term will end ...
As lawmakers converge on Richmond, a winter surprise: No water
Richmond Mayor Danny Avula said water pressure might return to city taps by midday or early afternoon Tuesday, but a ...