Federal job cuts bring increase in Virginia’s Black unemployment rate and more headlines
May 28, 2026 | 5:05 am ET
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The state Capitol. (Photo by Ned Oliver/Virginia Mercury)
• “Federal job cuts bring increase in Virginia’s Black unemployment rate.” — The Virginia Independent
• “Virginia’s newest lawmakers balance politics, family and a fast-paced session.” — Virginia Scope
• “One-cent sales tax referendum to be included in Virginia budget.” — Cville Right Now
• “Data Center protesters gather outside Board of Supervisors meeting in Botetourt.” — WDBJ
• “White supremacist march sparks community concern in Virginia Beach.” — WAVY
Richmond, VA