Both Navy veterans, incumbent Jen Kiggans touts common sense leadership while challenger Missy Cotter Smasal stands for reproductive freedom and democracy.

Democratic U.S. Sen. Tim Kaine and Republican opponent Hung Cao covered a range of topics in their only scheduled debate.

The upcoming election has high stakes, according to LGBTQ+ voters and allies. Hate crimes motivated by sexual orientation and gender identity have spiked in Virginia and in the U.S. The number of bills considered anti-LGBTQ+ has also increased. At a recent PrideFest event, attendees shared why they plan to vote.

The event comes months after another one of Virginia’s historically Black colleges lost the chance to host a presidential debate for the first time in American history.

Candidate questionnaires for towns in Accomack and Northampton counties.

Young voters had high turnout for the 2020 election, although this year’s level of engagement is uncertain. A 45-day early voting period might drive participation, but election officials say there are a few key things to know, and to have a plan in place.

Virginia officials hope to instill confidence in the state’s electoral process, in the face of increased public anxiety and voter fraud claims.

All Virginia voters will consider a change to the state constitution about tax exemptions for families of veterans who died in the line of duty, while Chesapeake voters will weigh in on recycling.

WHRO asked readers what they wanted to know about local candidates, then we put those questions to the candidates themselves. Here’s how they responded.