2 heroes in West Virginia receive Medal of Valor from Governor Morrisey
PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - Two first responders received a Medal of Valor for their bravery and heroism in their communities on Thursday. Governor Patrick Morrisey awarded the West Virginia Medal…
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Virginia Passes Law to Protect Reproductive Health Data
On March 24, 2025, Virginia Governor Youngkin signed into law S.B. 754, which amends the Virginia Consumer Protection Data Act (“VCDPA”) to prohibit the collection, disclosure, sale or dissemination of consumers’…
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Virginia governor vetoes comprehensive AI consumer protections
The legislation would have made Virginia the second state to enact such AI rules.
Haven’t cleaned your water bottle? Yale experts break down the dangers of mold
Mold lurks in moist locations, including on the inside of water bottles. On a popular…
Possible black mold found in Harker Heights High School
HARKER HEIGHTS, Texas (KWTX) - Imagine using your school’s restroom and seeing black mold spreading…
Tenants face health risks, legal hurdles in Fallbrook apartment with mold
Link to YouTube video of interview with attorney Kseniya Y. Stupak at Strongin, LLP, who…
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Criminal charges against Virginia nursing home staffers to be upgraded, more alleged victims identified
COLONIAL HEIGHTS, Va. — Thirteen people associated with Colonial Heights Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, including nursing employees, a medical director,…
Addressing Toxic Burden, Mold, Metals and Parasites With Dr. Brandy Cummings
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Virginia public schools face uncertainty due to federal government changes
Parents, educators and school officials in Virginia are bracing for the impact of sweeping federal education cuts under President Donald…
Why your shower curtain is toxic and what to use instead
Want to know what the most toxic item in your bathroom is? It’s your shower curtain.While easy mold build up…
Black mold on a white limestone: the role of Stachybotrys chartarum in stone heritage deterioration
Wang, Y. et al. Overview of Stachybotrys (Memnoniella) and current species status. Fungal Divers. 71, 17–83 (2015).Article Google Scholar Corda,…
Social Security announces big changes for retirees, disability benefits and VA recipients in March 2025
The Social Security Administration (SSA) has confirmed significant adjustments impacting retirees, disability beneficiaries, and veterans in March 2025. These changes…
‘Mushrooms began growing’: University hit with massive lawsuit over ‘toxic time bomb’ mold in freshman dorm building
The parents of more than 30 college freshmen at Ohio State University have sued the school for what they say…
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Virginia public schools face uncertainty due to federal government changes
Parents, educators and school officials in Virginia are bracing for the impact of sweeping federal education cuts under President Donald Trump’s administration — moves that could reshape the state’s accountability…
Some Northern Virginia leaders say local economy is too dependent on federal government
As cuts are made at federal agencies, it’s essential that Northern Virginia considers alternative ways to draw business outside the scope of the federal government, Fairfax County leaders said during…
Colonial Heights Nursing Home Banned From New Admissions After Abuse & Death Claims
Update 3/11/2025 Virginia’s Colonial Heights Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, where multiple staff members were recently arrested for elder abuse and neglect, has now been barred by the Virginia Department of…
Va. Dept. of Medical Services to tap reserve fund to cover delayed payments amid Medicaid unwinding
About 35,000 Virginians are still waiting to find out if they remain eligible for Medicaid, as Virginia’s Department of Medical Services projects it will use its $95 million reserve fund…
toxic mold in homes could lead to severe health implications, experts warn
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — Lee Ramey, a seasoned investigator with over 40 years of experience in mold issues across the metro area, emphasized the importance of specialized inspections for detecting mold…
VA advocates chart new path without consumer rights watchdog
Consumer advocates in Virginia and around the country are trying to chart a new path forward as a federal consumer rights watchdog is being effectively "defanged." In February, dozens of…
Toxic mold forces family out of home after experiencing major health complications
HOOVER, Ala. (WBRC/Gray News) - An Alabama couple says after years of trying to figure out why they were experiencing health issues, they learned their home is full of toxic…
It was the charming town that Jack Daniel’s built… until it was invaded by black fungus. Now residents face a sinister new threat and fear they are being HUNTED
When Patrick Long moved to southern Tennessee, he thought he had found the perfect place – a close-knit, picturesque company town.He and his wife Christi opened a wedding venue business…
They’re unhappy with what happened to their parents in nursing homes. Now they’re sharing concerns.
RICHMOND, Va — The quality of care in Virginia's nursing homes is getting worse, according to regulators, but so is the level of oversight from the agency responsible for holding…
Feds approve amendments to Virginia's K-12 accountability and support plan
After awaiting a months-long review by the federal government, the Virginia Department of Education announced on Monday that it can fully implement its School Performance and Support Framework plan for…
Richmond attempts to throw out $250K FOIA whistleblower lawsuit
Richmond filed a motion to dismiss a lawsuit brought against the city by its former FOIA officer.
