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Democrats in Virginia have a hefty fundraising advantage heading into November general election

RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Democrats in Virginia have built up a hefty fundraising advantage for their effort to reclaim the governor's mansion in a November election that is seen as a bellwether for the party in power in Washington ahead of the 2026 …

Democrats in Virginia have a hefty fundraising advantage heading into November general election

Hashmi’s Democratic Primary Win in Virginia Could Boost Tysons Casino Push

Written by Chavdar Vasilev Chavdar Vasilev Chavdar Vasilev is a gambling news writer with several years of experience in the iGaming industry. He started creating promotional content but soon found he loved reporting on the industry itself. Since then, he’ …

Friends, Neighbors, and Unfriendly Neighbors in Virginia’s Wild Democratic Statewide Primaries By Kyle Kondik and J. ...

KEY POINTS FROM THIS ARTICLE — In a highly competitive Democratic lieutenant gubernatorial primary, state Sen. Ghazala Hashmi (D) was powered by strength in her home turf in greater Richmond, while a very poor showing in the city where he was recently …

A look at election results in Virginia from June 17

Welcome to the Thursday, June 19, Brew.  By: Briana Ryan Here’s what’s in store for you as you start your day: A look at election results in Virginia from June 17 Forty-six bills related to Juneteenth have been introduced in state legislatures so far this …

Democratic lawmakers urge West Virginia to make Juneteenth official state holiday

Del. Hollis Lewis, center, urged Gov. Patrick Morrisey and the West Virginia Legislature to cement Juneteenth in law as a state holiday in a press conference at the State Capitol Building Thursday. Lewis was joined by House Minority Leader Sean Hornbuckle, …

Senate Republicans float rural hospital fund to ease impasse over tax bill

Senate Republicans are crafting provisions to provide funding for struggling rural hospitals in order to resolve an impasse on Medicaid changes that is one issue holding up passage of President Donald Trump's tax-cut bill.  Senate Majority Leader John …

Virginia primary results: Hashmi declares victory in race for lieutenant governor; Stoney concedes

RICHMOND, Va. — State Sen. Ghazala Hashmi declared victory Tuesday night in the six-way Democratic primary race for Virginia's lieutenant governor nomination. Less than an hour later, the Democratic Party of Virginia congratulated Hashmi on her victory …

Virginia Democrats vying for Gerry Connolly’s House seat sprint to ‘firehouse’ primary

Virginia Democrats have little time left to campaign for the primary election to replace the late Rep. Gerry Connolly (D-VA). Five weeks after Connolly died after battling cancer, Virginia will hold the primary election for his seat on June 28, where the …

Trump Is ‘Flouting the Law’ in Delaying Enforcement of TikTok Ban, a Top Senate Democrat Says

President Trump on Thursday officially issued his third executive order delaying enforcement of a law that effectively bans TikTok in the U.S. unless its Chinese parent company sells a controlling stake to non-Chinese parties. Democrats said Trump’s action …

Virginia poised to elect its first female governor in 2025

RICHMOND, Va. — Virginia is on the verge of making history in 2025 as the state prepares to elect its first female governor, regardless of which candidate wins in November. Republican candidate Winsome Earle-Sears and Democratic nominee Abigail Spanberger …

Virginia advocates, officials push for worker protections from heat

With summer officially kicking off on Friday, elected officials and worker advocates in Virginia are pushing for more state legislation aimed to support people who have to work outside in the hot temperatures. When a person’s body can’t bring their …

Virginia Beach sheriff’s deputy who claimed he was fired for political reasons has been rehired

<p>VIRGINIA BEACH — A deputy who alleged in a 2022 federal lawsuit against former Sheriff Ken Stolle that he was fired for political reasons has returned to duty.</p> <p>William &#8220;Dave&#8221; Fowler was rehired in April …

Freedom: Celebrate West Virginia Day with pride

(Editorial - Graphic Illustration - MetroCreativeConnection) Today, Mountain State residents celebrate another proclamation by President Abraham Lincoln. On Jan. 1, 1863, he issued the Emancipation Proclamation. On June 20, 1863, he declared that …

Beshear says Trump Administration suit against state reg allowing in-state college tuition for some undocumented ...

The Trump Administration has filed a lawsuit seeking to strike down a state regulation it claims unlawfully allows undocumented immigrants to pay in-state tuition rates at Kentucky colleges and universities. The suit names the state education commissioner, …

Governor Youngkin recognizes June 2025 as Virginia Turkey Lovers Month

HARRISONBURG, VA (Rocktown Now) — Governor Glenn Youngkin signed a proclamation that recognizes June 2025 as Virginia Turkey Lovers Month in the Commonwealth of Virginia. The proclamation was presented by Virginia Secretary of Agriculture and Forestry, …

EOB: Virginia City's Mackay Mansion remains one of Nevada's most haunted locations

Exploring Our Backyard, Nevada Sports Net's summer adventure series, will run weekly features on activities in and around Northern Nevada. Today's feature is on Mackay Mansion in Virginia City. This series is present in sponsorship with LT …

Senators warn mega-bill’s new Medicaid cuts will hurt rural hospitals

U.S. senators from both parties are voicing concerns about how the Trump administration’s “big, beautiful bill” could impact rural hospitals, though approaching that issue from different angles. GOP senators from across the political spectrum have debated …

Hashmi and Jones win Democratic primaries for Lt. Gov and AG, before general election

Editor’s Note: The vote percentages in this article reflect numbers at the time of publishing. They may change as vote counting is finalized.  Following a pair of tightly contested races, State Sen. Ghazala Hashmi, D-Chesterfield, and former State Del. Jay …

European Electronics Distributors Pivot to Hong Kong as Trade Wars Reshape Global Supply Chains

HK Refurbished Stock Reports 300% Surge in European Inquiries as Businesses Seek Tariff-Free Smartphone Sourcing Alternatives UNITED KINGDOM, June 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As global trade tensions continue to disrupt traditional …

JOINT STATEMENT FROM NATIONAL BAR ASSOCIATION AND NATIONAL MEDICAL ASSOCIATION

A United Call to Preserve and Strengthen DEI Commitments in Education and Beyond WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, June 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The National Bar Association (NBA) and the National Medical Association (NMA)—the nation’s oldest …

Valerie Roehrs to Officially Launch Campaign for Denton County Commissioner, Precinct 4

DENTON COUNTY, TX, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Valerie Roehrs, a second-generation Texan, lifelong rancher, and successful small business owner, will officially launch her campaign for Denton County Commissioner, Precinct 4 …

South Coast Chorale to Present Special 35th Anniversary Concert on June 28

‘35’ is a Pride month tribute to the power of music to connect us all LONG BEACH, CA, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On Saturday, June 28 at the University Theater located on the CSULB campus in Long Beach, the South Coast …

AMMWEC Announces Changemakers Award Recipient for July 21st Conference in Washington, D.C.

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The American Muslim & Multifaith Women’s Empowerment Council (AMMWEC) is proud to announce that Mr. Adam Reingold and The House of Ruach Foundation, will be honored as a …

TOOTRiS Bolsters Government Solutions with Addition of Public Policy Strategist Kelly Davydov

Veteran systems-builder to expand state and CCR&R collaboration on Child Care modernization SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With nearly two decades of experience building early childhood systems and driving …

Agentes Aduanales de CAAAREM respaldan con plan integral operativos de Secretaría de Economía para combatir contrabando

Proponen la creación del Observatorio del Fraude Comercial para combatir el contrabando conjuntamente con los sectores productivos más afectados CIUDAD DE MEXICO, CDMX, MEXICO, June 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- - Proponen la creación del Observatorio …

Michelman Names Recipients of $750,000 Donation Pledge

75th Anniversary Contribution Supports Global Organizations Advancing STEM, Environmental Stewardship, and Social Impact CINCINNATI, OH, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Michelman is fulfilling its 75th anniversary pledge …

TOOTRiS Names Jillian Ritter as Director of Early Childhood Systems

Trusted early education expert to strengthen Child Care systems through innovation and public-sector partnerships SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With more than 25 years of experience in early childhood …

Global Citizen NOW: Sevilla Featuring Pedro Sánchez, Ursula von der Leyen, Mia Mottley, Gaston Browne & More

Hosted by Actress, Humanitarian, and Global Citizen Ambassador Nomzamo Mbatha JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA, June 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Global Citizen, the world’s leading advocacy organization on a mission to end extreme poverty, today …

Supreme Court Limits Family Rights

The Stonewall Democratic Club condemns SCOTUS for denying families the right to provide lifesaving care for transgender children. WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 18, 2025 Contact: press …

தமிழரசுக்கட்சி மற்றும் தமிழ் மக்கள் கூட்டணி கூட்டு ஆட்சிஒப்பந்தத்திற்கு எதிரான கண்டன அறிக்கை

தமிழ்மக்களின் நலன்களை பேச்சளவில் வைத்துக்கொண்டு தனது சொந்தநலன்களையும் தமிழ்தேசியவிரோத மேல்சாதிய கோட்பாடுகளை முன்னிறுத்தி அரசியல் செய்யும் திரு.விக்னேஸ்வரன் JAFFNA, SRI LANKA, June 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- தமிழரசு கட்சியிலிருந்து …

사우디아라비아, 2025 서울국제도서전 참가

사우디아라비아, 2025 서울국제도서전 참가…문학·출판·번역위원회 주도, 한-사우디 문화 교류 강화 나서 RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA, June 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- 사우디아라비아, 2025 서울국제도서전에서 자국 문화 정체성을 반영한 홍보관 출범

사우디아라비아가 6월 18일부터 22일까지 서울 코엑스(COEX)에서 개최되는 2025 서울국제도서전 에 개막식을 갖고 공식 참가했다. 이번 …

沙特阿拉伯在2025年北京国际图书博览会上开设展馆，由文学、出版与翻译委员会领衔

沙特阿拉伯亮相2025北京国际图书博览会，文学、出版与翻译委员会领衔深化中沙文化合作。 RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA, June 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- 沙特阿拉伯王国今天在中国首都北京的国家会议展览中心，正式开设其在2025年北京国际图书博览会的展馆。该展会于6月18日至22日举行，由沙特文学、出版与翻译委员会领衔组织，汇聚多家文化与国家机构的参与。本次活动是“2025 …

Frontline Global Launches Urgent Evacuation Operations in Israel Amid Escalating Conflict

AMMAN, JORDAN, June 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Frontline Global, a leading membership-based travel assistance and emergency evacuation organization, is actively conducting evacuation operations across Israel for both members and non-members …

NMAC Applauds FDA Approval of Lenacapavir for PrEP | Urges Equitable Access Amid Federal Rollbacks

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approval of Lenacapavir as a twice-yearly injectable PrEP marks a breakthrough in HIV prevention, especially for communities hardest hit by the …

University and College workers raise the alarm on proposed changes in Bill 33

Toronto, June 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Ontario Universities and Colleges Coalition (OUCC) is deeply concerned with the proposed changes in Bill 33, the Supporting Children and Students Act, 2025. Bill 33 represents an existential threat to the …

달러, 5월 CPI 둔화로 수년래 최저치로 하락 – EBC Financial Group, 6월 인플레이션 구도에서 비대칭적 위험 경고

완화된 인플레이션 수치가 금리 인하 기대를 자극하고 있으나, EBC는 근원 물가의 지속적인 압력과 다가오는 관세 효과를 감안할 때 섣부른 낙관론에 경계할 것을 당부했습니다. DC, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- 5월 미국 소비자물가지수(CPI)가 예상보다 낮게 발표되면서 연방준비제도(Fed)의 정책 전환에 대한 시장 기대가 다시 살아났습니다. 이에 따라 미국 달러는 지난 …

Dólar atinge mínima em anos após CPI de maio desacelerar — EBC alerta para riscos assimétricos na inflação de junho

Inflação mais branda eleva apostas de corte de juros, mas EBC alerta para otimismo precoce diante de pressões no núcleo e impacto das tarifas. DC, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Um Índice de Preços ao Consumidor (CPI) dos EUA …

Breaking Bad Science Advisor Dr. Donna J. Nelson is Martin Luther King Fellow at Massachusetts Institute of Technology

President Trump’s Education Department Can Ask Universities to Communicate to Students Dangers of Street Drugs NORMAN, OK, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dr. Donna J. Nelson has been named a Martin Luther King (MLK) Fellow at …