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The University of Virginia men's lacrosse team turned an early deficit into a stunning 16-6 championship victory, claiming their first ACC tournament title in seven years. Goalie Jake Marek's incredible 16-save performance anchored a historic comeback that saw the Cavaliers score 11 unanswered goals.
The Virginia Cavaliers men's tennis team captured their seventh NCAA championship with a nail-biting 4-3 victory over Texas in Athens, Georgia. Down early after losing the doubles point, the team rallied behind a gritty three-set performance from Dylan Dietrich to seal the title.
The University of Virginia men's tennis team rallied from behind three times to defeat Texas 4-3 and claim their seventh national championship in 13 years. The thrilling comeback culminated in a decisive third-set victory by the nation's top-ranked player on center court.
After a federal pause sparked legal battles, Virginia's massive offshore wind farm is back on track to power 660,000 homes. Senator Tim Kaine toured the Portsmouth terminal where the first turbine was just assembled, calling it a "Virginia pride moment."
A groundbreaking facility in Virginia will use artificial intelligence to combine data from 28 research centers nationwide, helping scientists answer questions that have stumped them for generations. The project positions Virginia at the center of America's next wave of scientific breakthroughs.
Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger is reinforcing the state's commitment to renewable energy by appointing Josephus Allmond as Chief Energy Officer. The move signals continued support for the Virginia Clean Economy Act, which has been driving the state toward wind and solar power since 2020.
Northern Virginia just unveiled a bold new innovation district designed to transform the region into a global hub where tech companies, universities, and government agencies solve America's biggest challenges together. With Amazon, Northrop Grumman, and Virginia Tech leading the charge, this could reshape how the nation tackles everything from national security to next-generation technology.
Dominion Energy just renewed a deal to buy 30 acres in Virginia Beach that could power 200,000 homes with clean ocean wind. The project brings Virginia closer to its ambitious goal of generating 5.2 gigawatts of renewable energy by 2035.
Virginia lawmakers just passed groundbreaking legislation to help veterans struggling with depression and PTSD. Once the FDA approves psilocybin-based medicine, veterans will have immediate legal access to this promising treatment.
College golfer Ben James is one tournament away from earning a spot on the PGA TOUR at just 21 years old. The Virginia senior leads the race heading into this weekend's NCAA Championship in California.
Virginia just became the third state to legalize balcony solar panels that homeowners can install themselves without permits or professional help. The move removes a major barrier to making solar power accessible for renters and homeowners alike.
Virginia voters approved a plan to redraw congressional maps that could flip four Republican seats to Democrats in 2026. The move balances similar redistricting efforts by Republicans in Texas and other states.
Virginia's new governor signed a climate law that could actually reduce electricity costs for most families. The surprising solution uses pollution fees from AI data centers to help everyday households.
Virginia just enacted one of the nation's most comprehensive gun safety packages after years of grassroots organizing. Former activists now lead the state government and are turning their advocacy into action.
Dominion Energy's massive wind farm off Virginia Beach just started sending clean electricity to the grid, marking a major milestone for renewable energy in America. When complete in 2027, it will power 660,000 homes.
Two Virginia counties with century-long growth streaks would be losing population today without immigrants. New data reveals immigration is powering nearly 90% of the state's population growth and keeping its economy humming.
A massive offshore wind turbine just delivered clean electricity to Virginia's power grid for the first time, marking a breakthrough moment for American renewable energy. The 14.7-megawatt turbine is the first of 176 planned for the nation's largest offshore wind project.
Virginia's new leaders are bringing the state back into a regional clean energy program that generated $830 million for flood protection and energy efficiency before a controversial 2023 withdrawal. The move could lower energy costs while reducing pollution.
A federal judge cleared the way for Virginia's massive offshore wind project to restart after a three-week pause, keeping the timeline on track to power 660,000 homes. The first turbines arrived Saturday, and energy could start flowing to homes as soon as March.
Virginia just flipped the switch on its massive offshore wind project, bringing clean ocean power to the Mid-Atlantic for the first time. When fully operational next year, the project will power 660,000 homes without burning a single drop of fuel.
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