Virginia's gubernatorial candidates Winsome Earle-Sears and Abigail Spanberger make final campaign stops before Election Day in historic race.

RICHMOND, Va. (WHSV) - 55 years ago on Nov. 3, 1970, Virginia ratified its sixth and current constitution.

Virginia, birthplace of the Internet, has more data centers than anywhere else in the world, bringing in billions in tax revenues. But continued data center development is forcing electric rates up, and environmentalists fear it could also bring calls for more fossil fuel power plants.

Virginia’s Head Start programs remain open amid the wave of closures across the country, triggered by the ongoing government shutdown.

The 2025 Virginia general election will be held Tuesday, Nov. 4 for several seats, including Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Attorney General, Virginia House of Delegates and other local offices.

President Trump's tele-rally aims to boost Virginia Republican statewide candidates, with GOP defending legislative seats while pursuing governor's mansion.