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Trump signs orders to limit US birthright citizenship

Trump signs orders to limit US birthright citizenship

  • Kristina Cooke and Andrew Chung REUTERS

The move came a month after the U.S. Supreme Court rejected the Republican president's bid to restrict the practice.

Senator Mitch McConnell says he was released from rehab center

Senator Mitch McConnell says he was released from rehab center

  • REUTERS

The Kentucky Republican and former Senate majority leader, 84, has been out of public view since he ​was taken to a hospital in mid-June.

Tax-free weekend returns for school supplies, emergency gear, chain saws

Tax-free weekend returns for school supplies, emergency gear, chain saws

  • SAM MOSTOW The Roanoke Times

School starts around Roanoke and the New River Valleys next week.

Spanberger seeks dismissal of Rocovich lawsuit

Spanberger seeks dismissal of Rocovich lawsuit

  • ETHAN HUNT The Roanoke Times

Gov. Abigail Spanberger asked a judge to dismiss former Virginia Tech Rector John Rocovich's lawsuit challenging his removal from the Board of Visitors.

Retired general Bert Mizusawa claims GOP Senate primary, will face Warner

Retired general Bert Mizusawa claims GOP Senate primary, will face Warner

  • ERIC KOLENICH Richmond Times-Dispatch

With 93% of precincts reporting, Mizusawa won 51% of the vote. The Fairfax County resident is poised to face incumbent Sen. Mark Warner, D-Va., in November's general election.

10-year-old killed in Franklin County crash, state police investigating

10-year-old killed in Franklin County crash, state police investigating

  • BEN ORNER The Roanoke Times

A 10-year-old boy was killed in a single-car crash last week on U.S. 220 in Franklin County, state police said.

Stafford County deputy faces charges of reckless driving and manslaughter

Stafford County deputy faces charges of reckless driving and manslaughter

  • KEITH EPPS The Free Lance–Star

A Stafford County deputy, Sgt. Jeremy Hurt, has been indicted on involuntary manslaughter and reckless driving charges following a July 16 incident involving a vehicle chase in Prince William County. He remains free on bond and on administrative assignment as legal proceedings continue.

10-year-old killed in Franklin County crash, state police investigating

10-year-old killed in Franklin County crash, state police investigating

    A 10-year-old boy was killed in a single-car crash last week on U.S. 220 in Franklin County, state police said.

    Stafford County deputy faces charges of reckless driving and manslaughter

    Stafford County deputy faces charges of reckless driving and manslaughter

      A Stafford County deputy, Sgt. Jeremy Hurt, has been indicted on involuntary manslaughter and reckless driving charges following a July 16 incident involving a vehicle chase in Prince William County. He remains free on bond and on administrative assignment as legal proceedings continue.

      US FDA approves first mRNA flu shot from Moderna

      US FDA approves first mRNA flu shot from Moderna

        The FDA has approved Moderna's flu vaccine for people aged 50 and older, marking the first approval of a messenger RNA-based vaccine for seasonal flu.

        Patrick County flood renews focus on maps, dam repairs

        Patrick County flood renews focus on maps, dam repairs

          Flooding in Patrick County caused extensive damage including washed-out roads, mudslides, and a collapsed bridge, prompting a local state of emergency as officials worked to manage the crisis and seek additional support.

          Rocky Mount neighbors: Obituaries for August 6

          Rocky Mount neighbors: Obituaries for August 6

            Read through the obituaries published today in Franklin News Post.

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              Joy Powers wins Democratic primary for 9th District

              Joy Powers wins Democratic primary for 9th District

                Joy Powers won the Democratic primary for Virginia's 9th Congressional District.

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                Rocky Mount neighbors: Obituaries for August 6

                Rocky Mount neighbors: Obituaries for August 6

                Read through the obituaries published today in Franklin News Post.

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                Rocky Mount neighbors: Obituaries for August 5

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                Rocky Mount neighbors: Obituaries for August 4

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                State & Regional

                Tax-free weekend returns for school supplies, emergency gear, chain saws

                Tax-free weekend returns for school supplies, emergency gear, chain saws

                School starts around Roanoke and the New River Valleys next week.

                Spanberger seeks dismissal of Rocovich lawsuit

                Spanberger seeks dismissal of Rocovich lawsuit

                Gov. Abigail Spanberger asked a judge to dismiss former Virginia Tech Rector John Rocovich's lawsuit challenging his removal from the Board of Visitors.

                Retired general Bert Mizusawa claims GOP Senate primary, will face Warner

                Retired general Bert Mizusawa claims GOP Senate primary, will face Warner

                With 93% of precincts reporting, Mizusawa won 51% of the vote. The Fairfax County resident is poised to face incumbent Sen. Mark Warner, D-Va., in November's general election.

                Stafford County deputy faces charges of reckless driving and manslaughter

                Stafford County deputy faces charges of reckless driving and manslaughter

                A Stafford County deputy, Sgt. Jeremy Hurt, has been indicted on involuntary manslaughter and reckless driving charges following a July 16 incident involving a vehicle chase in Prince William County. He remains free on bond and on administrative assignment as legal proceedings continue.

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                Trump signs orders to limit US birthright citizenship

                Trump signs orders to limit US birthright citizenship

                The move came a month after the U.S. Supreme Court rejected the Republican president's bid to restrict the practice.

                Senator Mitch McConnell says he was released from rehab center

                Senator Mitch McConnell says he was released from rehab center

                The Kentucky Republican and former Senate majority leader, 84, has been out of public view since he ​was taken to a hospital in mid-June.

                US FDA approves first mRNA flu shot from Moderna

                US FDA approves first mRNA flu shot from Moderna

                The FDA has approved Moderna's flu vaccine for people aged 50 and older, marking the first approval of a messenger RNA-based vaccine for seasonal flu.

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                Senate confirms Trump pick for CDC director

                Dr. Erica Schwartz was confirmed after Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. last year fired Susan Monarez over a clash on vaccines.

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                After vehicle chase, Franklin County deputies arrest man for felonies

                A Rocky Mount man is charged with multiple felonies and misdemeanors after allegedly threatening to shoot someone and then leading police on a chase.

                18-year-old Rocky Mount woman arrested after fatal stabbing

                18-year-old Rocky Mount woman arrested after fatal stabbing

                A Rocky Mount woman was arrested in connection to a homicide that occurred early Tuesday morning. 

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                After impersonating police to confront Rocky Mount mayor, man gets jail time

                The case stems from a incident that took place between Patterson and staff at the Raine and Perdue law firm in Rocky Mount in April.

                Vito's new vest: Franklin County K9 getting bulletproof body armor

                Vito's new vest: Franklin County K9 getting bulletproof body armor

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                Proposals to move Virginia's odd-year elections die in surprise vote

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                Former state Sen. Janet Howell, 82, a powerful voice for children, has died

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                When she rose from her desk, all her colleagues knew state Sen. Janet Howell, D-Fairfax, was about to say something quietly, but firmly, that they needed to pay close attention to.

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                AG creates new enforcement unit for vape, liquid nicotine

                Jay Jones is creating a new enforcement unit to aid a state crackdown on illegal sales of liquid nicotine to underage youth, as well as other unauthorized products by vape shops.

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                Veteran state environmental expert to lead Va. energy office

                On Monday, Spanberger elevated Vincent Maiden as director of the Virginia Department of Energy.

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