There will be a “Rally in the Alley” for minority business owners and contractors today at 10 a.m. in front of General Assembly at 9th and Broad Streets. The NAACP will host the rally and press conference. SB 651 Women-owned and minority-owned businesses; enhancement measures. The chief patron of the minority-owned business bill is Senator Donald […]

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On Friday, some Virginia restaurants will have the option of going BYOW — bring your own wine. It’s just one of nearly 900 bills that passed during this year’s winter General Assembly session. Most of the new laws take effect July 1. Here are some of the highlights: Drinking and driving: Teens who drink and […]