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From left: Democrats Elaine Luria, Tom Perriello, former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg, Congresswoman Jennifer McClellan and Shannon Taylor campaign during a rally on Monday, Oct. 19, 2026, in Henrico, Virginia.
Gareth Woo
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Elections
Poll: Roughly half of young Virginia voters ID as independents, vote Democratic
Gareth Woo
Young Virginians are engaged on political issues, but vote at lower rates.
A new regional coalition could offer financial encouragement for airlines to launch direct flights to Europe from Norfolk International Airport.
Photo courtesy of Norfolk International Airport
Business & Growth
Norfolk International Airport to offer nonstop service to San Francisco
Toby Cox
It will be the airport’s first year-round West Coast destination.
Second-term Democratic Congressman Don Davis (right) is defending his seat in a district that state lawmakers redrew to give Republicans a slightly better shot at winning. He is being challenged in the second straight election by Laurie Buckhout (left).
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Elections
The 1st Congressional District may be N.C.'s closest. Could a third-party candidate help decide it?
Adam Wagner
Libertarian Tom Bailey is running in North Carolina's 1st Congressional District for the second consecutive election.
Virginia Beach students pose for a picture during the Meet in the Middle Special Olympics competition at Corporate Landing Middle on Oct. 27, 2026.
Photo by Ashley White
Education News
Special Olympics field day brings Virginia Beach middle schoolers of all abilities together
Ashley White
Meet in the Middle was a chance for more than 300 students to compete in races and obstacle courses or enjoy a dance party.
The Tidewater Dogs of War will host an armed combat tournament at the Tournament of the Castle at Bacon's Castle in Surry Nov. 7 and 8.
Image via Preservation Virginia
Arts & Culture
Mead, medieval combat and more at Bacon's Castle Ren Faire this weekend
Staff Report
The popular Tournament of the Castle in Surry is on Saturday and Sunday and includes roaming musicians, armored combat and historic interpreters. Tickets for Saturday are sold out.
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