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6 days ago · by Zayd Hamid Culminating a summer article series on student success, the PW Perspective’s Zayd Hamid spoke with George Mason University Career Services employer engagement consultant Philip Wilkerson III on how students can develop and manage their professional skills in college.
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Jan 9, 2025 · by John Reid A few days ago, the House passed H.R. 7511, the Laken Riley Act. It is the first policy legislation passed by the new Congress, and would require Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to arrest, detain and deport illegal immigrants who commit theft, burglary, larceny or shoplifting.
Historic night in the Prince William County primary races
Jun 21, 2023 · Over the past month, voters in the Prince William County area went to the polls to vote for their candidates in the respective primaries. On Tuesday night, the results demonstrated a shift in leadership, as some incumbents held on in tightly contested races. Two of the biggest races concerned the Senatorial primaries. Democratic candidate Del.
What to watch for in the 2024 General Assembly - PW Perspective
Jan 10, 2024 · by Virginia Mercury There’s a new building. A new tunnel. And lots of new politicians. The Virginia General Assembly will convene in Richmond today to begin its 2024 legislative session, a 60-day work period that’s supposed to end with a new, two-year state budget. Breakthroughs on the budget and other big policy items will again
Restorative justice for schools: Virginia lawmakers aim to reform ...
2 days ago · Pilot program advances to Senate Education Committee as debate heats over alternatives to suspensions and expulsions. by Nathaniel Cline, Virginia Mercury Lawmakers are pushing for a groundbreaking pilot program at eight Virginia schools to transform school discipline by replacing punishment-first approaches with restorative practices aimed at racial disparities and supporting students. Black ...
Early Sunday voting a rousing success in Prince William County
Oct 21, 2024 · by John Reid As the general elections enters the final weeks across the nation and in Virginia, polling stations have been filled with voters, particularly throughout Prince William County. Over the past two weeks, early voting took place on Sunday at the following stations: Ferlazzo Building Haymarket Gainesville Library Brentsville Courthouse DMV Woodbridge Dumfries Community
Breaking News: Prince William County Supervisors approve Digital ...
Dec 13, 2023 · The world's largest gateway corridor is coming to Prince William County. On Wednesday, the Prince William County Board of Supervisors approved the PW Digital Gateway. In a hearing that lasted more than 27 hours, and after public comments either in favor of or against the project had spoken, it was voted on in a 4-3
Elizabeth Guzman declares candidacy for 22nd House District
3 days ago · On Tuesday, former 31st House Delegate Elizabeth Guzman announced on X she has launched a campaign for Virgina's 22nd House of Delegates District. The district, which encompasses the western end of Prince William County, including Linton Hall and Nokesville, is currently represented by Republican Ian Lovejoy. Guzman, who has defeated a Republican incumbent in 2018,
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Dec 1, 2024 · Courtesy of the Congressional Black Caucus Black lawmakers are making history with a record 67 members in the upcoming session of Congress. This includes 62 members of the Congressional Black Caucus (CBC), the largest group of Black federal lawmakers in U.S. history, though 5 Republicans are not part of the CBC.
‘Momnibus bill’ plans announced at Virginia’s Black Maternal …
Oct 21, 2024 · by Charlotte Rene Woods, Virginia Mercury Virginia lawmakers plan to introduce a “momnibus bill” in each chamber next year to help enhance maternal healthcare access, reduce mortality rates and address racial and unconscious bias. A play on the term, “omnibus,” the forthcoming legislation will be able to address a series of factors that contribute to