As President Trump pledges to revive ‘beautiful’ coal, Virginia’s coal counties have largely moved on to new ventures. But who stands to benefit?
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The notices came just days after President Donald Trump moved to strip workers of their collective bargaining rights at HHS and other agencies.
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Del. Laura Jane Cohen, who introduced the bill, says the changes are political, not relevant.
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Virginia has expanded care for the community, but Medicaid cuts could lead to setbacks.
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Public meeting highlights in Central Virginia for the week beginning March 31.
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The Earth Month proposals would help the city meet waste reduction targets.
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Sunday's vote delivered another minority government for the center-right party. The significant rise in support for the hard-right populist party adds uncertainty.
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Experts believe the self-deportation offer will only appeal to a small portion of migrants already considering return, but unlikely to spur high demand.
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Human rights groups have called for the immediate release of Ruth López, whose whereabouts are unknown since her arrest by police in El Salvador late Sunday.
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President Trump was gracious on Sunday when former President Joe Biden announced his cancer diagnosis. But on Monday, Trump quickly pivoted to allege, without evidence, that there had been a cover-up.
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The luxury jet needs a security overhaul. That usually takes a few years, meaning it might not be ready until Trump is out of office. Shortcuts could create national security risks.
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