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Del. Phil Hamilton resigns

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 16:48:22 GMT

Delegate Phil Hamilton has resigned his position effective November 15, according to Clerk of the Virginia House of Delegates Bruce Jamerson.

Palin book goes after McCain camp

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 13:36:55 GMT

While the book - which contains 68 color photos but no index - stays away from Levi Johnston, the former vice presidential candidate digs in when it comes to those who ran Sen. John McCain's campaign.

Boucher votes against health bill

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 19:15:01 GMT

Rep. Rick Boucher says he voted against health care legislation because of concerns about a government insurance option and Medicare reimbursement disparities.

Recount granted in VB race

Oren Liebermann — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 08:07:44 GMT

At court Tuesday, all parties agreed to resume counting of absentee ballots in the 21st District House of Delegates race in Virginia Beach.

Democrats break ranks on health bill

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 02:50:35 GMT

A majority of Virginia's representatives in the U.S. House voted against sweeping health care legislation, thanks to two Democrats who broke with their party.

Senate to investigate Ft. Hood shooting

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 02:37:32 GMT

A key U.S. senator said Sunday he would begin an investigation into whether the Army missed signs that the man accused of opening fire at Fort Hood had embraced an increasingly extremist view of Islamic ideology.

VB race still undecided, court steps in

Ava Hurdle — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 00:21:39 GMT

The legal wrangling continues as the 21st District House race remains officially undecided.

Gov-elect McDonnell discusses victory

Andy Fox — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 22:59:18 GMT

Republican Bob McDonnell held his first news conference as governor-elect of Virginia Wednesday.

Kaine downplays Obama link in GOP sweep

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 17:19:17 GMT

Virginia Gov. Tim Kaine says Democratic losses in Virginia and New Jersey had more to do with local issues than the first-year performance of President Barack Obama.

Economy is big issue in GOP victory

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 13:25:08 GMT

A Republican who promised to create jobs won the Virginia governor's office just a year after state voters helped a Democrat who promised change -- and jobs -- win the White House.

Judge: Stop certifying results

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 04:47:47 GMT

A judge has ordered the Electoral Board to stop certifying results in the 21st District Race. Dozens protested outside the Virginia Beach Municipal Courthouse Thursday, demanding a recount.

Hamilton falls to Democrat Abbott in NN

Melanie Woodrow — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 03:53:53 GMT

Outside Red Star Tavern in Newport News tons of Robin Abbott campaign signs could be seen. Inside were just as many Robin Abbott supporters, all thrilled that the challenger in the 93rd District race was victorious.

Dem incumbents get beat in Va. House

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 03:42:04 GMT

Republicans gained at least three seats Tuesday to strengthen their grip on the House of Delegates, but lost an influential delegate who has been embroiled in a scandal.

Democrat Deeds concedes in Va. gov race

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 02:17:44 GMT

Democrat Creigh Deeds has conceded the Virginia governor's race to Republican Bob McDonnell after a lopsided loss.

Key races in Virginia Tuesday

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 02:04:57 GMT

A look at Tuesday's elections in Virginia.

Highlights of Va. exit poll results

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:41:28 GMT

Highlights from exit polling in Virginia Tuesday for The Associated Press and television networks.

GOP sweeps top Virginia races

Andy Fox — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 23:03:24 GMT

Republican Bob McDonnell easily won the Virginia governor's race Tuesday as independent voters who last year helped deliver the state to President Barack Obama handed the party a convincing victory.

Registration snag in Suffolk

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 12:17:51 GMT

This morning, some voters in Suffolk hit a minor registration snag when they appeared in the electronic poll log as absentee voters.

NC voters select new mayor

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 11:12:37 GMT

The candidates began their campaigns months ago, and now it's up to the voters in North Carolina's largest city to decide which of them will be the new mayor.

GOP seeks to strengthen grip on House

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 10:33:51 GMT

Republicans are hoping to strengthen their control of the House of Delegates.

Online maps help voters in Va

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 10:29:45 GMT

Voters in Virginia can find their polling precinct and follow the results online.

Carol Pretlow weighs in on Gov. race

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 22:49:07 GMT

Dr. Carol Pretlow from Norfolk State University weighs in on the upcoming gubernatorial race.

Va reminds voters to guard against flu

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 14:37:19 GMT

Voters can expect to see hand sanitizer at the polls and maybe some cotton swabs they can use to avoid contact with touch-screen machines, in efforts to prevent the spread of the H1N1 influenza virus.

Election Day 2009

Sun, 01 Nov 2009 23:10:12 GMT

Election Day 2009 has arrived! Polls will be open from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. WAVY.com is your place for the latest election results.

Governor's race comes to Hampton Roads

Oren Liebermann — Sun, 01 Nov 2009 03:19:04 GMT

Far from being a celebration during a holiday weekend, the last three days before the gubernatorial election have become a precious few hours to campaign.

McDonnell campaigns in Virginia Beach

Sat, 31 Oct 2009 04:03:28 GMT

The NAACP Freedom Fund Banquet capped a long day on the campaign trail for Bob McDonnell. After making four stops already between Lynchburg and Hampton Roads, this stop was his final one Friday night.

TRUTH-TRACKING the Va. Atty. Gen. race

Andy Fox — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 23:21:13 GMT

State Senator Ken Cuccinelli and Del. Steve Shannon are fighting to become Virginia's top prosecutor, but the big issue in the State Attorney General's race isn't nuances of law, it's Newport News Delegate Phil Hamilton.

Hamilton, Abbott prepare for election

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 22:52:27 GMT

The 93rd District on the peninsula is heating up in the last days before the election. Del. Phil Hamilton faces challenger Robin Abbott.

Deeds and McDonnell making final pushes

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 02:35:55 GMT

Both candidates ended day of campaigning with tailgate at Virginia Tech.

Va. Beach Sheriff Candidates

Eric Harryman — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 17:51:42 GMT

Candidates for Virginia Beach Sheriff appeared on WAVY News 10 Midday on Thursday, October 29. Hear from both candidates, Ken Stolle and John Bell.