
VCU event on cancer disparities to bring researchers, community members together
Prostate and colorectal cancers affect African American communities at higher rates — both in diagnoses and mortality.

Prostate and colorectal cancers affect African American communities at higher rates — both in diagnoses and mortality.

Farmed acreage in Virginia dropped 50 percent from 1949 to 2016, while farming output increased by 33 percent, according to research conducted by the Virginia Tech College of Agriculture and Life Sciences.

Congresswoman Elaine Luria received unanimous support Wednesday for her bid to become the House Armed Services Committee vice chair.

The campaign of former governor Terry McAuliffe released a new video, “Yasmine,” on Monday, spotlighting the story of Yasmine Charles, a Navy veteran in Hampton Roads, and her experience with homelessness.

HUD Mid-Atlantic Deputy Regional Administrator Jane Miller announced Monday $31.3 million to renew support to 133 homeless housing and service programs in Virginia.

Virginians who are passionate about land conservation efforts and funding outdoor recreation projects may contribute to the Open Space Recreation and Conservation Fund by donating all, or a portion of, their state tax refunds.

Friday night Longwood proved the aggressor and grinded out a 49-45 win in a defensive slugfest against Presbyterian. Saturday night, the Blue Hose returned the favor.

ODU was one of three FBS programs to skip the 2020 COVID-19 season. The school announced a 2021 schedule on Wednesday, so, that’s news.

Tabet Manufacturing Co. will invest $6.5 million to expand its operation in the City of Norfolk.

Gov. Ralph Northam announced additional appointments to his administration on Friday.