Gas tax hike back in debate in Virginia
WTOP.com reports The possibility of a gas tax hike comes up every year a budget debate in Virginia centers on funding transportation, it seems. It’s happening again this year — sort of.
Naming new Silver Line Metro stations a challenge
WTOP.com reports Metro station names are supposed to be simple and easy to understand. But when it comes to nailing down names for the newest stations there’s plenty of confusion.
Va. welfare recipients may soon have to take drug tests
WTOP.com reports Virginians who apply for welfare in the future could have to take a drug test.
Local airports getting more crowded, expanding
WTOP.com reports If you think the local airports are getting a bit more crowded, you are right.
Virginia governor no longer fully supports ultrasounds before abortions
The Washington Post reports Gov. Robert F. McDonnell is backing off his unconditional support for a bill requiring women to have an ultrasound before an abortion, focusing new attention on one of the most controversial pieces of legislation in Virginia’s General Assembly this year.
Pr. William supervisors dip into discretionary funds for steak dinner
The Washington Post reports Prince William County supervisors who are on the board of a prominent local children’s charity are dipping into their district’s so-called “discretionary” funds to help pay for an upcoming steak dinner fundraiser.
Prince William supervisors back increase in property tax rate
The Washington Post reports The Prince William Board of County Supervisors voted Tuesday to advertise a real-estate tax rate that would mean homeowners’ bills would go up more than $100 on average if it is adopted.
