Virginia teenager coming home from Kuwait

A Virginia teenager being held in Kuwait could be about to return home tomorrow. Charles Fishburne reports.

Perriello Campaigns For Re-Election

Congressman Tom Perriello has been campaigning hard to convince fifth district voters to give him a second term, during a tough season for Democrats. Craig Carper reports.  (State Sen. Robert Hurt, the Republican challenger declined to be interviewed for a similar report.)

The Renew Crew Rockin’ Fall Festival is Saturday

A volunteer group that makes minor home repairs for at risk people to be able to remain in their homes and live safe and independent lives is inviting the public to come to the Carillon on Saturday.

Ft. Lee Hosts Education Conference

Ft. Lee was the host for an education conference yesterday involving area educators and the Department of Defense.

Three Ballot Initiatives Face Voters On Tuesday

Virginia voters will face three ballot initiatives next Tuesday that would amend the state’s constitution and affect tax and budget policy. Charles Fishburne reports.

State Board of Education Sets Pass Rates

The State Board of Education has adopted annual pass rates for standardized reading and mathematics tests for the next four years.

Midlothian Turnpike To Get a 35 Million Dollar Facelift

VDOT says major construction just approved on Midlothian Turnpike and German School Roads in the city will create delays, but end the flooding. Charles Fishburne reports.

Hurt Wins Fifth District House Race in Virginia

Virginia's Fifth Congressional district went Republican in yesterday's election. Jeanne Faulconer tells us that the incumbent Democrat was defeated in a close race.

Sabato Predicts GOP Will Pick Up Eight Governors

A record 37 governorships are up for grabs November 2 and both parties are pouring millions of dollars into statehouse races in the closing days of the campaign. As Charles Fishburne reports, UVA’s Larry Sabato is already being quoted widely across the country with his predictions about winners and losers.

Virginia State Athletes Building a House

Virginia State University athletes are beginning their work with Habitat for Humanity.