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Culpeper County, Va., voters deny Trump-aligned Sheriff Scott Jenkins - under federal bribery indictment - a fourth term starexponent.com/news/local/…
Culpeper County sheriff results from the VIrginia Department of Elections

ALT Culpeper County sheriff results from the VIrginia Department of Elections

A photo from October of Sheriff Scott Jenkins, right, who was defeated for re-election on Tuesday by Tim Chilton, left.

ALT A photo from October of Sheriff Scott Jenkins, right, who was defeated for re-election on Tuesday by Tim Chilton, left.

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Max Smith retweeted
Taniel@Taniel8 Nov 2023
Did you miss it? Our cheat sheet has dozens of results already. For instance: 1. Dems sweep 4 judicial elections in Pennsylvania. 2. Ohio legalizes weed. 3. MAGA sheriff ousted in Virginia. 4. Mayors elected in Tucson, Manchester, & a lot more. boltsmag.org/whats-on-the-ba…

Your Cheat Sheet to the 2023 General Elections - Bolts

Explore our guide to dozens of elections to watch this fall, from governors and lawmakers to DAs and mayors.

boltsmag.org
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VA House of Delegates: by my count, Dems have now won 50 seats, meaning Republicans have lost sole control. There are still 4-6 tight races that could put Dems over the top for outright control.
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I've seen enough: in a victory for the pro-choice side, Ohio Issue 1, a measure to establish a right to an abortion in the state constitution, passes.
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MAJOR VA PROJECTION: Juan Pablo Segura has lost the Election Day vote to Russet Perry in Loudoun County. We are projecting SD-31 and the Virginia State Senate for Democrats
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In VA Senate, Schuyler VanValkenburg (D) appears to have defeated Siobhan Dunnavant (R) in #SD16. If Russet Perry's (D) narrow lead holds in #SD31, Dems would be guaranteed to keep the majority.
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Our Election Night pages are LIVE! Go to vpap.org and click “Live Election Results” banner at the (and remember to click on “My Ballot” to track all races on your ballot in one place!) At 7pm, the Results pages will take over our website!
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Last update for the evening, as of 4pm Election Day turnout is approximately 22.27% of registered voters. With early and marked mail ballots, turnout is approximately 37.77%. Stay tuned for final results. loudoun.gov/electionresults
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Do you have a voting plan? Do you know how you'll get to the polls? Are you helping someone else get to the polls? Make a plan to make your voice heard! Visit Vote.Virginia.gov to find all the details about voting in this important election. #VaElections2023
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The WMSC is responding to this event to gather additional information
Metro Rail Info
@Metrorailinfo29 Sep 2023
We’re investigating reports of a disabled train at National Airport. Shuttle buses have been requested. Please check MetroPulse for real-time info: wmata.com/MetroPulse #wmata
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Our election officers are preparing for the start of early voting for the Nov. 7 election. We’ll have 3 voting sites open beginning Friday, Sept. 22: bit.ly/3drcFHO
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Be careful - strong storms expected to sweep through
U.S. Office of Personnel Management
@USOPM7 Aug 2023
08/07: Federal offices in the DC area are OPEN but have a staggered early departure with the option for unscheduled leave. Employees must depart by 3:00 PM at which time Federal offices are closed. Visit opm.gov/status for more details.

US OPM - DC area Federal Government Operating Status : Open

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Some perspective: This is the first moderate risk for severe weather in at least 10 years for much of our forecast area.
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Much of the area is now under a Moderate (Level 4 of 5) Risk for severe thunderstorms this afternoon and evening. Widespread damaging wind gusts are likely, with potential for locally destructive winds. Tornadoes and large hail are also possible. Have a way to receive warnings!
Have multiple ways to receive warnings: internet, cell phone apps, NOAA weather radio, local TV/radio, share with friends and family.

ALT Have multiple ways to receive warnings: internet, cell phone apps, NOAA weather radio, local TV/radio, share with friends and family.

Infographic: High impact severe weather threat today (Level 4 of 5). A moderate risk means long-lived widespread and intense storms. Some storms could produce locally destructive winds.

ALT Infographic: High impact severe weather threat today (Level 4 of 5). A moderate risk means long-lived widespread and intense storms. Some storms could produce locally destructive winds.

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And here's the unsealed indictment: storage.courtlistener.com/re…
Jacqueline Alemany
@JaxAlemany1 Aug 2023
Trumps legal team has been notified by DOJ that he has been indicted, person familiar tells me >> washingtonpost.com/national-…

Trump charged in probe of Jan. 6, efforts to overturn 2020 election

Former president Donald Trump accused of four crimes, including conspiring to disrupt people’s right to vote. The indictment describes six co-conspirators.

washingtonpost.com
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VRE will return to a full-service schedule tomorrow (July 14) and be fare-free, as it is a Friday. No ticket needed to ride.
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ALL VRE trains will originate this evening in L'Enfant. FBG 307 will depart LEF at 4:08pm MSS 331 will depart LEF at 5:18pm FBG 311 will depart LEF at 5:28pm MSS 335 will depart LEF at 6:08pm FBG 313 will depart LEF at 6:18pm 315 and manager.everbridge.net/pub/1…
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At least five current senators, including Morrissey, Chase and, in a surprise twist, Chap Petersen, were defeated in Virginia's Tuesday primaries. virginiamercury.com/2023/06/…

Aird tops Morrissey, Sturtevant beats Chase in wild Virginia primaries • Virginia Mercury

Two of the Virginia General Assembly's most controversial figures lost their reelection bids in a full slate of legislative primaries.

virginiamercury.com
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#Va legislative primary incumbent casualty count: Democratic senators: Barker, Petersen, Morrissey, Spruill. Republican senators: Chase. Democratic delegates: Hudson*. Republican delegates: March, LaRock*. *Sought Senate nominations.
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Virginia primary results include Del. Lashrecse Aird over Sen. Joe Morrissey apnews.com/article/virginia-…

Virginians oust Democrat who sought abortion limits and Republican who denied 2020 results

A handful of Virginia incumbents prevailed over challengers in a closely watched primary election. But two of the state’s most controversial political figures — Republican Sen.

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