McDonnell signs bill that provides insurance coverage for autistic children
Gov. Bob McDonnell (R) has signed a bill — again — to provide insurance coverage for families with autistic children, according to his office, The Washington Post reports.
Ban on Open Booze Containers in Motor Vehicles Fails
Patch.com reports Legislation requiring alcoholic beverages to be in their original, sealed containers while being transported by motor vehicle died in a Senate committee Monday.
NC DOT hears from public on I-95 expansion, tolls
North Carolina’s Department of Transportation wants to hear from the public about the benefits of widening and improving Interstate 95, and the possible cost from charging tolls to travel the highway, WTOP.com reports.
Va. statewide tornado drill set for March 20
WTOP.com reports Virginia emergency management officials are planning a statewide tornado drill next month.
Virginia House passes bills inspired by Penn State scandal
The Washington Post reports Without debate, the Virginia House of Delegates gave preliminary approval Monday to a handful of bills inspired by the child sexual abuse scandal last year at Penn State University.
Gingrich drops quest to get on Va. ballot
The Washington Post reports Former House speaker Newt Gingrich is giving up on getting his name on the Republican presidential ballot in Virginia next month.
Vandals shoot out vehicle windows
Fredericksburg.com reports Windows in at least 39 area vehicles have been shot out in recent days, police said.
