1+ hour, 28+ min ago  (562+ words) Presidential nepotism is an enduring political practice that sparks controversy whenever it happens. Both before and after winning the war for independence, American politicians have parceled out favors for their kindred. Self-engendering nepotistic behavior was common in Congress. Francesca Howard…...

1+ hour, 24+ min ago  (975+ words) As the name suggests, the Garden Club of Virginia's Historic Garden Week has always been about exploring the past in the midst of beautiful present-day settings. That's never been truer than this year. To celebrate the 250th anniversary of America's independence,…...

3+ hour, 59+ min ago  (607+ words) Daily Press Summaries from The New York Times Book Review: "Ghosts of Iron Mountain " The Hoax of the Century, Its Enduring Impact, and What It Reveals About America Today," by Phil Tinline: How far could a joke possibly go? In…...

11+ min ago  (175+ words) After a fatal shooting happened at a home in the 2400 block of Chestnut Street, police found the residence was illegally selling alcohol, tobacco and food, according to Portsmouth police. PORTSMOUTH " After a fatal shooting happened at a home early Sunday…...

16+ hour ago  (217+ words) PSKY is grateful for Mr. Shell's many contributions and to have relied on him as a valued advisor," Paramount said in a statement. The company didn't immediately specify who would succeed Shell as president. Cipriani also accused Shell of sharing…...

9+ hour, 15+ min ago  (317+ words) Today is Thursday, April 9, the 99th day of 2026. There are 266 days left in the year. On April 9, 1942, during World War II, some 75, 000 Philippine and American soldiers surrendered to Japanese troops, ending the Battle of Bataan in the Philippines. The prisoners were…...

1+ day, 1+ hour ago  (218+ words) U. S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents shot and wounded a man in central California while trying to arrest him Tuesday, federal authorities said. The Department of Homeland Security said agents fired defensive shots at the suspect after he tried to run…...

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13+ hour, 9+ min ago  (144+ words) The Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp scored seven runs in the top off the 11th inning, mostly silenced the Norfolk Tides bats and ruined the cats" night out on Wednesday at Harbor Park. Spanberger signs into law slate of education bills, including prohibition…...

18+ hour, 4+ min ago  (14+ words) No. 1 Virginia Wesleyan softball team moves to 28-0 with dominant sweep'Daily Press...