Virginia

West Virginia Lawmakers Propose Controversial Bill to Criminalize Libraries for Obscene Material

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Charleston, West Virginia – Lawmakers in West Virginia are mulling over a controversial proposal that would subject public and school libraries to felony charges for displaying or distributing materials deemed obscene. However, librarians are pushing back, questioning the feasibility of implementing such a policy and the potential consequences for their profession and the community. The state’s existing obscenity laws already carry significant penalties, including fines up to $25,000 and imprisonment for up to five years. On Wednesday, the House of Delegates chamber will host a public hearing on House Bill 4654, which aims to eliminate … Read more

Virginia Judge Orders ‘Disposal’ of Animals Seized from Natural Bridge Zoo, Citing Cruelty and Inadequate Care

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LEXINGTON, Virginia — A significant ruling was made by a judge in Virginia on Friday regarding the fate of animals seized from the Natural Bridge Zoo. Out of the 96 animals confiscated last month following an investigation by the state attorney general, 57 will not be returned to the zoo. The judge determined that these animals were subjected to cruelty or inadequate care, leading to their disposals. The remaining 39 animals will be returned to the zoo due to insufficient evidence supporting their seizure. The decision was the result of a case heard in the … Read more

Judge Rules 57 Seized Animals from Virginia Roadside Zoo to Find New Homes, 39 to Return Amid Cruelty Allegations

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NATURAL BRIDGE, Va. – A judge has ruled that many of the animals recently seized from a roadside zoo in Virginia will not be returned, following an investigation by the state attorney general. Rockbridge General District Court Judge Gregory Mooney determined on Friday that the animals taken from the Natural Bridge Zoo had been subject to abuse or neglect. As a result, 57 out of the 96 animals will be “disposed” of, meaning they will be placed with a humane society or animal shelter for adoption. The decision comes after Attorney General Jason Miyares’ office … Read more

Gun-Rights Supporters Rally at Virginia Capitol, Urging Democrats to Preserve Firearm Rights

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RICHMOND, Va. – Gun-rights supporters gathered at the Virginia Capitol on Monday to protest against the Democratic legislative majority’s push for stricter firearm regulations. The rally called for the state lawmakers to abandon their efforts to enact new gun laws under Governor Glenn Youngkin. Democratic legislators have introduced several measures aimed at enhancing public safety and reducing gun violence, including proposals to ban assault-style weapons and enforce stricter regulations on concealed handguns in restaurants and clubs. Despite the speakers at the event arguing that these measures would infringe on civil liberties, it is unlikely that … Read more