Where and when can data centers be built? How much information should a local government consider before making a zoning decision? And should they be exempt from taxes? These are lingering questions dominating the final days of the Virginia General Assembly’s legislative session.

Radio IQ politics analyst Jeff Schapiro and Michael Pope recap the week in politics and state government.

A center that studies economic trends at UVA is out with a report suggesting 2026 could be a tough year for Virginia.

Leaders of the money committees are at an impasse over the budget, and the deadlock may derail the end of the General Assembly session.

Roanoke is formally opening a new skatepark and pump track at the city's Wasena Park.

“Our work on voting rights and ballot access has led to historic election turnout and our ranking among top 15 states in ease of voting,” said Newport News Democratic Delegate Cia Price.

Residents and educators in Waynesboro are pushing back against a proposal that could change how the city funds its public schools.

One person was killed and two were injured in the shooting at Old Dominion University. The gunman was also found dead.

A new report from the state has legislators concerned about how localities are using automated license plate readers, even as prosecutors praise their success.

Lawmakers across the country are talking about affordability, especially when it comes to rising power bills. But states are taking different approaches to make that happen. Virginia is pushing for more renewable energy, while West Virginia lawmakers are trying to keep coal plants open. Mason Adams and Roxy Todd explain why tensions between the two Virginias may be driving up costs for some customers.