NEW YORK, Oct. 21 [Category: Media] -- PEN America, an organization that says it stands at the intersection of literature and human rights to protect free expression, posted the following news release: * * * A Victory for the Freedom to Read, as Judge Orders Banned Books Returned to Shelves in U.S. Military Schools * (WASHINGTON)- A federal judge in the Eastern District Court of Virginia today ordered the Department of Defense to restore all books banned in five schools at U.S. military inst more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Oct. 21 [Category: Aerospace] -- The Aerospace Industries Association posted the following news release: * * * AIA Survey: AUKUS License-Free Environment Working--Time is Now to Realize Full Potential * Arlington, Va. - The Aerospace Industries Association (AIA) today released the findings of a comprehensive survey examining how the American aerospace and defense sector has responded to the U.S. implementation of the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) licen more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Oct. 21 [Category: Sociological] -- Americans for Prosperity posted the following news release: * * * Americans for Prosperity-Illinois, Civic Leaders Warn: Reject Pritzker's Megaproject Plan to Hike Property Taxes on Families & Small Businesses * # Oct 21, 2025 by AFP CHICAGO, IL -- In response to Governor JB Pritzker's address at the Economic Club of Chicago, Americans for Prosperity-Illinois (AFP-IL) joins a growing chorus of civic leaders, lawmakers, and policy  more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Oct. 21 [Category: Transportation] -- The American Trucking Associations posted the following news release: * * * ATA Truck Tonnage Index Fell 0.9% in September * Oct 21, 2025 September Gives Back All of August Gain Washington - Trucking activity in the United States decreased in September, pushing the level down to the lowest in three months. Specifically, truck freight tonnage declined 0.9% after gaining 0.9% in August and 1.1% in July, according to the American T more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Oct. 21 [Category: National Defense] -- The Association of the U.S. Army posted the following news: * * * AUSA Webinar Highlights Pivotal French WWII General * An Association of the U.S. Army webinar will highlight Gen. Louis Dio, the World War II French commander who helped assemble the Free French forces that fought both the Axis powers and their Vichy collaborators. The presentation, part of AUSA's Noon Report series, is based on the book General Louis Dio: The Wart more PR

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Oct. 21 [Category: Government/Public Administration] -- The National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association issued the following news: * * * Bipartisan Lawmakers Demand OMB Reinstate Back Pay Guidance for Furloughed Federal Workers * A bipartisan coalition of lawmakers, including Sens. Tim Kaine, Lisa Murkowski, Chris Van Hollen, Angela Alsobrooks, Mark Warner, and Reps. Don Beyer and Steny Hoyer, has urged the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to reaffirm more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 21 [Category: Sociological] -- The Council on American-Islamic Relations posted the following news release: * * * CAIR Again Condemns Distribution of KKK Propaganda in Virginia * The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR), the nation's largest Muslim civil rights and advocacy organization, today condemned the distribution of Ku Klux Klan (KKK) propaganda in Leesburg, Virginia. Earlier this year, CAIR similarly condemned the distribution of flyers promoting the KKK in more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 21 -- The Chamber of Progress, McLean, Virginia, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation providing feedback on the agency's request for information regarding research ideas to promote the nationwide deployment of Automated Vehicles (AVs). The tech industry association emphasizes the need for a coordinated approach that aligns research, regulation, and standards to advance Automated Driving Systems (ADS) safely and equitably. In its corresp more ST

RICHMOND, Virginia, Oct. 21 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news: * * * Commonwealth Poll: Spanberger leads Earle-Sears 49% to 42% in Virginia governor's race * By L. Douglas Wilder and Robyn McDougle The L. Douglas Wilder School of Government and Public Affairs at Virginia Commonwealth University today released findings from its latest Commonwealth Poll, conducted between Oct. 6-14. The poll captures voter sentiment ahead of Virginia's 2025 statewide election, pro more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 21 -- The American Conservative Union Foundation dba Conservative Political Action Coalition Foundation's Center for Regulatory Freedom (CRF), Alexandria, Virginia, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) concerning its proposed rulemaking on transportation workplace drug testing programs. The letter addresses the addition of fentanyl and its metabolite, norfentanyl, to the Department's drug testing panels, as outlined in the notice p more ST

PUEBLO, Colorado, Oct. 22 -- Colorado State University Pueblo campus issued the following news release: * * * CSU Pueblo's Digital Equity Director to Present at National Broadband Colorado State University Pueblo (CSU Pueblo) is bringing its work in workforce training and broadband access to a national audience this month when Digital Equity Director Dana Lambert presents at two sessions during the SHLB AnchorNets Conference in Arlington, Virginia. In 2023, CSU Pueblo received a $2.98 milli more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Oct. 22 -- The Consumer Technology Association issued the following news release on Oct. 21, 2025: * * * CTA Announces 2026 Executive Board and Board of Industry Leaders Today, the Consumer Technology Association (CTA) is announcing the election of its 2026 Executive Board (EB) and Board of Industry Leaders (BIL). The EB is CTA's governing board and the BIL is a select group of industry executives who advise on CTA policies and events, including CES. "We're thrilled to w more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 22 -- Rep. Robert C. Scott, D-Virginia, ranking member of the House Education and Workforce Committee, issued the following news release on Oct. 21, 2025: * * * Democratic Committee Leaders Condemn Trump Administration's Illegal Mass Firings of Federal Workers During Shutdown Today, Ranking Member Robert C. "Bobby" Scott (VA-03), House Committee on Education and Workforce, joined by 20 Democratic Ranking Members of House Committees, wrote to Office of Management and Budget (O more PR

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Oct. 21 [Category: Government/Public Administration] -- The National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association issued the following news: * * * Discontinued Healthcare Plans Under FEHB and PSHB for 2026 * Several major health plans and one dental plan will withdraw from the Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) and Postal Service Health Benefits (PSHB) programs for the 2026 plan year, creating additional challenges for federal employees and annuitants during O more PR

FAIRFAX, Virginia, Oct. 22 -- Americans for Limited Government issued the following news release on Oct. 21, 2025: * * * Emergency Reductions In Force Absent Congressional Appropriations Will Be The Only Option In The End Americans for Limited Government Executive Director Robert Romano today issued the following statement urging the Senate to pass the clean continuing resolution and end the government shutdown: "Chuck Schumer and Hakeem Jeffries are approaching a point of no return with the more PR

FALLS CHURCH, Virginia, Oct. 21 -- Fairfax County Public Schools issued the following news: * * * Environmental Efforts Everywhere: FCPS Leads Nation in "Green Flag" Honors for School Sustainability Work * At Lemon Road Elementary School in Falls Church, dozens of fourth to sixth grade students in an "Eco Defense Squad" are giving up lunch and recess once a week to compile compost from school waste, collect dried-out markers for recycling, scour the school grounds to remove trash, or tend to more PR

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Oct. 21 [Category: Government/Public Administration] -- The National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association issued the following news: * * * Expanded NARFE Bill Tracker Now Available Online * While NARFE has long offered a bill tracker feature in its monthly magazine to keep members up to date on key bills introduced related to federal employees and retirees, we're now offering an expanded version online. Check out what federal workforce legislation is pending more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 22 -- Andrea Bayer, a co-lead of the Fairfax County (Virginia) Republican Committee Election Integrity Working Group, has submitted a public comment letter to the Election Assistance Commission (EAC) urging the agency to grant a petition that would amend the federal voter registration form. The advocate requested that the form include a requirement for applicants to provide documentary proof of citizenship (DPOC) as a prerequisite for registration to vote in federal elections.  more ST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 22 -- Christine Brim, a co-lead of the Fairfax County (Virginia) Republican Committee Election Integrity Working Group, has submitted a public comment letter to the Election Assistance Commission (EAC) urging the agency to grant a petition for rulemaking that would amend the federal voter registration form. The advocate requested that the form require Documentary Proof of Citizenship (DPOC) when an applicant registers to vote. The individual, who serves in a volunteer position  more ST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 22 -- FMI - The Food Industry Association, Arlington, Virginia, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation urging stronger measures to address the escalating threat of cargo theft affecting the food supply chain. The organization underscores the complexity of security challenges facing the food industry due to organized crime and the need for enhanced federal oversight and coordination. In the letter, FMI highlights the vital role of transpor more ST

FAIRFAX, Virginia, Oct. 22 -- The George Mason University College of Public Health issued the following news: * * * New AI in Health graduate certificate offers competitive edge By Katie Pearce Artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping public health and health care in real time, promising smarter treatments, earlier diagnoses, and more efficient systems. The question is: who will lead this integration? George Mason University's College of Public Health is answering that call with its new Gra more PR

HERNDON, Virginia, Oct. 21 [Category: Transportation] -- The RV Industry Association posted the following news: * * * Go RVing Partners With All Gear Digital * Th is fall, Go RVing partnered with All Gear Digital on 'Detours Welcome,' a new dynamic video and editorial series celebrating the unplanned magic of RV life. All Gear Digital own & operates a diverse set of media properties focused on the outdoors and active-lifestyle pursuits including GearJunkie, Switchback Travel, The Inertia, Pa more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 21 -- The U.S. Department of Justice issued the following news release: * * * Government Employee Arrested for Unlawful Retention of National Defense Information * Ashley Tellis, 64, a U.S. citizen residing in Vienna, Virginia, was arrested on Oct. 11 in connection with his alleged unlawful retention of classified national defense information. Tellis appeared today in the Eastern District of Virginia for a detention hearing. "Safeguarding our country's national defense inf more PR

SPRINGFIELD, Virginia, Oct. 21 -- The National Right to Work Legal Defense Foundation posted the following news release: * * * Heavy Equipment Operators File Federal Charges Against Operating Engineers Union for Illegal Retaliation * IUOE union officials unlawfully threatened "internal discipline" fines against workers who continued employment with nonunion contractor Lawrenceville, GA (October 21, 2025) - A group of construction industry employees of Dennis Taylor & Co. have filed federal  more PR

RICHMOND, Virginia, Oct. 21 [Category: Medical] -- VCU Health, an academic medical center on the forefront of health care, providing patients with treatments and medical technology available, issued the following news release: * * * High cholesterol medication may provide some protection to the brain during cancer treatment, new VCU study finds * By Liz Torrey New research coming out of the VCU Health Pauley Heart Center shows that a medication commonly used to treat high cholesterol may p more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 21 -- Rep. Jen Kiggans, R-Virginia, issued the following news: * * * House GOP Vets Asks Senate Democrat Vets to Pay Our Troops * Congresswoman Jen Kiggans (VA-02) and Congressman Nick LaLota (NY-01), both U.S. Navy veterans, led a group of House Republican veterans in asking Senate Democrats who are veterans to support the House-passed Continuing Resolution (CR). This CR would ensure pay for U.S. servicemembers while Congress continues negotiating annual appropriations. In  more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 21 -- The House Veterans' Affairs Committee issued a report (H.Rpt. 119-273) on the VA Hospital Inventory Management System Authorization Act (H.R. 3494), which aims to authorize the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to carry out an information technology system and prioritize certain requirements to manage supply chains for medical facilities of the Department of Veterans Affairs. The report was advanced by Rep. Mike Bost, R-Illinois, on Sept. 15, 2025. Here are excerpts: * * *  more ST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 22 -- Eric Teoh, director of statistical services at the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, Arlington, Virginia, submitted a public comment letter to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, nominating himself for the Motorcyclist Advisory Council. Teoh, who has conducted safety research for over 15 years, stated that his experience meets the eligibility requirements for the council, which advises the Administration on matters related to motorcycle safety. Teoh  more ST

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Oct. 21 [Category: Government/Public Administration] -- The National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association issued the following news: * * * Judge Blocks Administration Firing of Federal Employees Due to Shutdown * Last week, a federal judge blocked President Trump's order to lay off furloughed employees during the shutdown. Judge Susan Illston issued a temporary restraining order as the court considers the case. Judge Illston agreed with the unions arguing  more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 21 -- Rep. Jen Kiggans, R-Virginia, issued the following news: * * * Kiggans and Van Drew Urge Speaker Johnson to Act on ACA Tax Credit Extensions Post Shutdown * Read the exclusive from Liz Elkind here Today, Reps. Jen Kiggans (VA-02) and Jefferson Van Drew (NJ-02) led a letter to Speaker Mike Johnson, signed by 11 other lawmakers, regarding the expiration of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) tax credits. Rep. Kiggans said, "As a nurse practitioner, I've spent my career car more PR

HUNTINGTON, West Virginia, Oct. 22 -- Marshall University issued the following news release: * * * Marshall launches Telebehavioral Health Microcredential Marshall University's departments of counseling, psychology, school psychology and social work, have launched a new interdisciplinary Telebehavioral Health Microcredential course, designed to prepare behavioral health students and professionals with the skills, standards and strategies needed to deliver effective behavioral health services  more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 21 -- Scott Schloegel, senior vice president of government relations for the Motorcycle Industry Council (MIC), Arlington, Virginia, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation to nominate himself for a position on the Congressionally mandated Motorcyclist Advisory Council (MAC). Schloegel is seeking the position designated for a member of a national motorcycle manufacturing association. The executive, citing more than 40 years of on-road expe more ST

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Oct. 21 [Category: Pharmaceuticals] -- The National Community Pharmacists Association issued the following news release: * * * NCPA Delegates Install Kristen Riddle as President, Approve Resolutions * NEW ORLEANS (Oct. 21, 2025) - Kristen Riddle, PharmD, of Greenbrier, Ark., was installed as 2025-2026 president of the National Community Pharmacists Association by its House of Delegates at the organization's 2025 Annual Convention in New Orleans. Download her headshot he more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 21 -- Sen. Tim Kaine, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * New Report: Expiration of ACA Tax Credits Will Have Disastrous Effects on Virginia * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senators Mark R. Warner and Tim Kaine (both D-VA) underscored the urgent need to extend the enhanced premium tax credits under the Affordable Care Act (ACA) after a new analysis from the Commonwealth Fund showed that the expiration of these tax credits will have disastrous effects on Vir more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 21 -- Sen. Mark Warner, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * New Report: Expiration of ACA Tax Credits will have Disastrous Effects on Virginia * WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Sens. Mark R. Warner and Tim Kaine (both D-VA) underscored the urgent need to extend the enhanced premium tax credits under the Affordable Care Act (ACA) after a new analysis from the Commonwealth Fund showed that the expiration of these tax credits will have disastrous effects on Virginia:  more PR

NEW YORK, Oct. 22 -- Newmark Group posted the following news release: * * * Newmark Arranges Sale and Financing of 270-Unit Multifamily Community in Atlanta Newmark announces the Company has arranged the sale and financing of Virginia Highlands Apartment Homes ("Virginia Highlands"), a 270-unit multifamily community in Atlanta, Georgia. Newmark Multifamily Capital Markets Senior Managing Director Brooks Colquitt represented the undisclosed seller in the sale transaction. Newmark Co-President  more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Oct. 22 -- The National Grain and Feed Association issued the following news release on Oct. 21, 2025: * * * NGFA applauds Senate Agriculture Committee for advancing U.S. Grain Standards Act Reauthorization The National Grain and Feed Association (NGFA) today applauded the Senate Agriculture Committee for marking up and advancing legislation to reauthorize the U.S. Grain Standards Act (USGSA). This action demonstrates strong bipartisan recognition of the essential role th more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Oct. 21 [Category: Government/Public Administration] -- The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture issued the following news release: * * * North American agriculture officials gather to strengthen international trade and food security across the globe * Press Release ARLINGTON, Va. -- Members of the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA) and their provincial counterparts from Canada and states from Mexico issued a joint com more PR

RESTON, Virginia, Oct. 21 [Category: Medical] -- The Society of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging issued the following news release: * * * PET Imaging of Inflammation Predicts Recovery, Guides Therapy After Heart Attack * Media Contact: Rebecca Maxey (703) 652-6772 rmaxey@snmmi.org # Reston, VA (October 21, 2025) \--A new approach to PET imaging offers a promising way for physicians to promptly identify patients who are at risk for poor functional recovery after a heart attac more PR

RADFORD, Virginia, Oct. 22 -- Radford University issued the following news release: * * * Monkeys are serious business for undergraduate's research in rainforest By Chad Osborne, caosborne@radford.edu Amber Gordon woke up at four every morning this summer to the sound of screaming monkeys. "Oh wow, these noises, what is this?" she recalled a couple of months later, sitting in a biology lab, thinking back to the dark mornings in an open-air cabin where she was jarred from a good night's sle more PR

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Oct. 21 [Category: Government/Public Administration] -- The National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association issued the following news: * * * Rep. Mfume Launches Resolution of Inquiry in Response to Trump Actions * Rep. Kweisi Mfume has introduced a Resolution of Inquiry to investigate the Trump administration's actions during the ongoing 2025 government shutdown, specifically its efforts to implement reductions in force (RIFs) across federal agencies and threa more PR

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Oct. 21 [Category: Government/Public Administration] -- The National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association issued the following news: * * * September COLA Delayed, Shutdown Pushes back 2026 COLA Announcement * If you checked NARFE's webpage this past Wednesday, looking for the September COLA announcement, you instead saw a bold header that the news had been delayed. Due to the government shutdown, the Bureau of Labor Statistics rescheduled the September 2025  more PR

FALLS CHURCH, Virginia, Oct. 21 -- Fairfax County Public Schools issued the following news: * * * Superintendent's Weekly Reflections * Hello Team FCPS, I trust this note finds you enjoying a festive fall weekend. I love the crisp air and changing color of the leaves and I look forward to another week of abundantly joyful learning opportunities. These are definitely our best years. The promise of new beginnings is energizing, especially when you're part of the team that's helping spark i more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 21 -- The U.S. Department of Commerce Patent and Trademark Office issued the following news release: * * * Trilateral Offices meet to discuss ways to enhance patent quality and improve efficiency * ALEXANDRIA, VA--Today at the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) headquarters in Alexandria, Virginia, the Trilateral Offices--the European Patent Office (EPO), the Japan Patent Office (JPO), and the USPTO--convened for their 43rd annual meeting. Under Secretary of Commerce more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 22 -- The Truckload Carriers Association (TCA), Alexandria, Virginia, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) calling for action to address the escalating threat of cargo theft that jeopardizes the trucking industry. The TCA, which represents the truckload segment of the trucking industry, highlighted that organized cargo theft has become a significant issue, leading to billions of dollars in annual losses. In their letter, the TCA o more ST

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Virginia, Oct. 22 -- The University of Virginia issued the following research news: * * * 'Come on in': What teacher home visits mean for families By Audrey Breen, audreybreen@virginia.edu Initially, Lauren Campbell was intimidated by the idea of visiting the family of one of her students. "It is not socially the norm for teachers to visit homes," Campbell said. "Although I was trained in how to navigate the visit, I certainly expected my first visit to be awkward." Study more PR

RICHMOND, Virginia, Oct. 21 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news: * * * VCU Alert emergency notifications will go to all university inboxes starting Oct. 23 * By Jake Burns VCU Police The emergency alerting system at Virginia Commonwealth University - called VCU Alert - provides the VCU and VCU Health community with urgent, actionable notifications when a situation may impact the VCU community. To ensure these messages are accessible to everyone, all VCU-issue more PR

RICHMOND, Virginia, Oct. 21 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news: * * * VCU Alumni 10 Under 10 award recipients to be honored for noteworthy achievements * By Dedrain Dennis When families of children with developmental disabilities suddenly found themselves without support during the COVID-19 pandemic, Caitlyn Berry responded. She founded Adapt and Grow, a private therapy group that brings culturally responsive occupational therapy into homes, schools and community more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 21 -- Rep. Eugene Vindman, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Vindman, Lawler Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Strengthen Organic Farming Research and Support America's Farmers * Washington, D.C. -- U.S. Representatives Eugene Vindman (D-Va.-07) and Mike Lawler (R-N.Y.-17) introduced the Organic Science and Research Investment Act of 2025, legislation that strengthens America's organic agriculture sector by expanding federal research, improving coordination acr more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 21 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release: * * * Virginia Hospitals and Health Clinics Are Reeling Because of Jen Kiggans and Rob Wittman * Virginia hospital and health care leaders continue to make clear that Jen Kiggans' and Rob Wittman's bill is gutting Medicaid and eliminating access to care across the Commonwealth. A rural hospital official told the Virginia Mercury that the Kiggans and Wittman-backed cuts are "pretty scar more PR

BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Oct. 22 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: * * * Ecological forecasting research team crosses ecosystem boundaries New National Science Foundation grant enables the Center for Ecosystem Forecasting to extend its research to include terrestrial catchment processes. By Felicia Spencer Virginia Tech researchers in the Center for Ecosystem Forecasting are expanding their efforts to include terrestrial-freshwater dynamics. The center research team recently receiv more PR

BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Oct. 22 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: * * * Flex MBA program offers a new path for working professionals In fall 2026, MBA students will have the choice between online asynchronous or in person evening classes in Alexandria each semester. By Luke Williams Each year, working professionals balance graduate education alongside career, family, and personal commitments. To support these professionals, a flexible pathway to earning an MBA will give students g more PR

BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Oct. 22 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: * * * A global collaboration enhances bioeconomy research An Austrian forest policy expert and a Virginia Tech sustainable biomaterials researcher are advancing global bioeconomy research through collaboration that links science, policy, and community impact. By Max Esterhuizen When it comes to finding solutions for a more sustainable future, collaboration across borders is essential. That spirit of global partnershi more PR

BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Oct. 22 (TNSjou) -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: * * * The hidden currents of the brain Find out how forecasting fluid flow informs treatment for cancers, brain fog in people undergoing chemotherapy, and even Alzheimer's disease at the next Maury Strauss Distinguished Public Lecture. By John Pastor Fluid moves unnoticed through the brain at a subtle yet constant pace, clearing away waste and delivering the oxygen and nutrients that keep our minds working.  more PR

PORTLAND, Oregon, Oct. 22 -- VoteVets issued the following news release: * * * ADVISORY: VoteVets Town Hall with Senator Elissa Slotkin VoteVets Action Fund to host a town hall in Overland Park, Kansas with Senator Elissa Slotkin focused on our economy and how current administration policies are impacting Americans - including Veterans and military families Washington, DC - On Wednesday, November 12, VoteVets Action Fund will host a town hall with Senator Elissa Slotkin in Overland Park, K more PR

ETTRICK, Virginia, Oct. 22 -- Virginia State University issued the following news: * * * VSU Alumnus and Former Major League Baseball Standout Al Bumbry to Serve as Homecoming Parade Marshal A trailblazer on the field, in service, and beyond, Bumbry will return to his alma mater to lead one of its most cherished Homecoming traditions. * One of Virginia State University's most celebrated graduates and former Major League Baseball player, Alonzo 'Al' Bumbry, will lead this year's Homecoming P more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 22 -- Rep. James Walkinshaw, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Walkinshaw Leads House Colleagues in Demanding Answers from Trump's DHS Secretary on Illegal Cyber Firings That Weaken U.S. Security Congressman James Walkinshaw (VA-11), joined by Reps. Shontel M. Brown (OH-11), Eleanor Holmes Norton (DC), Suhas Subramanyam (VA-10), and Eugene Simon Vindman (VA-7), demanded answers from Trump's Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem regarding th more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 21 -- Sen. Tim Kaine, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Warner & Kaine Applaud Unanimous Committee Passage of Virginia Wilderness Bills * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senators Mark R. Warner and Tim Kaine (both D-VA) applauded the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry's unanimous passage of their two bills to protect lands and watersheds in Rockingham, Augusta, Highland, and Bath counties. Both bills are the result of years of Virginia more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 21 -- Sen. Mark Warner, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Warner & Kaine Applaud Unanimous Committee Passage of Virginia Wilderness Bills * WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Sens. Mark R. Warner and Tim Kaine (both D-VA) applauded the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry's unanimous passage of their two bills to protect lands and watersheds in Rockingham, Augusta, Highland, and Bath counties. Both bills are the result of years Virginia stakehold more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 22 -- The West Virginia Citizen Action Group, Charleston, has opposed a petition submitted to the Election Assistance Commission by the America First Legal Foundation. The petition seeks to require voters to provide documentary proof of citizenship when registering to vote, a move that critics argue would disenfranchise millions of eligible voters across the nation. In its public comment letter, the WV Citizen Action Group expressed concern that imposing such requirements would more ST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 21 -- Rep. Jennifer McClellan, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * With No-Cost Contraception on the Line in Republican Shutdown, Rep. McClellan Joins Advocates, Doctors and Virginia Women for World Menopause Day Roundtable * Richmond, Va. -- With no-cost contraception for thousands of Virginia women on the line in the Republican shutdown, Congresswoman Jennifer McClellan (VA-04) on Friday joined advocates, doctors and impacted Virginians for a World Menopau more PR

RICHMOND, Virginia, Oct. 21 -- The Virginia Democratic Party posted the following news release: * * * With Only Two Weeks Until Election Day, Virginians Know Winsome Earle-Sears is Wrong for the Commonwealth Sears has an extreme agenda and a dangerous record of backing Trump's policies that are hurting Virginia  * With only two weeks until Election Day, Virginians know that Sears has an extreme record and will always put her loyalty to Donald Trump ahead of the Commonwealth. Sears has chee more PR