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Bill to bolster school AI safety education advances to Senate
Del. Alex Askew, D-Virginia Beach, introduced House Bill 171, which would update the current internet use policy to include instruction on online scams, misinformation and content generated by artificial intelligence.

Unclear dress codes at correctional facilities leave some unable to visit
House lawmakers advanced a bill to create a clear, statewide dress code for visitors to state correctional facilities, to help reduce confusion and denied visits.

Virginia could soon require permit to hunt with dogs
A House bill is headed to the Senate that would create and require a $19 permit from the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources for hunters to use dogs.

In Democratic rebuttal, Spanberger accuses Trump of driving up costs and chaos
Newly sworn-in Virginia governor cites affordability, corruption and national security in response to president’s State of the Union address.

‘Crazy’: Trump blasts Dem policies, SCOTUS tariff ruling in wide-ranging State of Union
The economy, immigration and patriotism took center stage Tuesday night as President Donald Trump delivered his second State of the Union Address of his second term.

Front Royal Man Barricades Himself, Throws Burning Objects at Officers Before Arrest
A domestic assault call on South Shenandoah Avenue in Front Royal escalated into an hours-long standoff Monday afternoon after a suspect armed himself with a knife, threatened officers and began setting objects on fire inside the residence.

Road Rage Shooting Near Winchester Leads to Arrest of Harpers Ferry Man
A road rage confrontation at a busy Frederick County intersection turned violent last week when a 19-year-old West Virginia man fired multiple shots at another driver before fleeing north on Interstate 81, according to the Frederick County Sheriff’s Office.

Heavy Marijuana Use Sending More Virginians to the ER With Severe Vomiting, New Data Shows
If you’ve never heard of cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome, you’re not alone — but Virginia hospitals are seeing it more and more.

Lord Fairfax Health District Expands WIC Services, Adds Clinic Days
For Warren County residents, WIC services are available at the local health department on Wednesdays and Thursdays from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Valley Health Wellness Festival Returns Feb. 28 at Apple Blossom Mall
Free community event offers screenings, exhibits and activities for all ages.










