Virginia
Judge puts stop to governor's effort to remove Virginia from greenhouse gas initiative
Virginia can’t withdraw from a multistate initiative designed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions unless the Legislature agrees to it, a judge has ruled, dealing a blow to Gov. Glenn Youngkin’s efforts to exit the compact.
The ruling, issued Monday by retired Judge C. Randall Lowe in Floyd County, said Virginia’s Air Pollution Control Board exceeded its authority when it voted last year to exit the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative.
The Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative is an effort by 12 mid-Atlantic and Northeast states to reduce power plants’ carbon emissions. Participating states require plants of a certain generating capacity to purchase allowances to emit carbon dioxide, a greenhouse gas that contributes to global warming.
Virginia joined the compact in 2020 when it had a Democratic governor as well as Democratic control of the Legislature. In 2021, Youngkin, a Republican, won election as governor but one or both legislative chambers have remained under Democratic control for the entirety of his term.
Youngkin has said Virginia’s participation in the cap-and-trade program amounts to a hidden tax on Virginians’ energy bills.
His spokesman, Christian Martinez, said Wednesday that the state will appeal the judge’s ruling.
“Governor Youngkin remains committed to lowering the cost of living for Virginians by continuing to oppose the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative, which fails to effectively incentivize emission reductions in the Commonwealth,” he said in a written statement.
Shaun Kenney, a spokesman for Republican Attorney General Jason Miyares, also expressed disappointment in the judge’s ruling in a written statement, saying: “We look forward to defending the commonsense repeal of this counterproductive program on appeal.”
The State Corporation Commission has estimated the typical monthly bill could increase by $2 to $2.50 for the years 2027 to 2030.
Last year, before the pollution board voted to end participation in the compact, Dominion Energy, the state’s largest utility, estimated that it had incurred about $490 million in compliance costs from the initiative and recovered about $267 million from customers.
Virginia House Speaker Don Scott, a Democrat, praised the judge’s ruling, calling it “a win for all Virginians, their wallets, and our environment. Programs funded by RGGI have helped Virginians cut household energy costs, helped protect communities from floodwaters, and have been critical in the fight to cut pollution and address climate change.”
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West Virginia Lottery results: See winning numbers for Powerball, Lotto America on March 28, 2026
The results are in for the West Virginia Lottery’s draw games on Saturday, March 28, 2026.
Here’s a look at winning numbers for each game on March 28.
Winning Powerball numbers from March 28 drawing
11-42-43-59-61, Powerball: 25, Power Play: 4
Check Powerball payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Lotto America numbers from March 28 drawing
15-29-30-32-35, Star Ball: 09, ASB: 05
Check Lotto America payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Daily 3 numbers from March 28 drawing
0-7-1
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Winning Daily 4 numbers from March 28 drawing
2-7-3-5
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When are the West Virginia Lottery drawings held?
- Powerball: 11 p.m. ET on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.
- Mega Millions: 10:59 p.m. ET Tuesday and Friday.
- Lotto America: 10:15 p.m. ET on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.
- Daily 3, 4: 6:59 p.m. ET Monday through Saturday.
- Cash 25: 6:59 p.m. ET Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday.
This results page was generated automatically using information from TinBu and a template written and reviewed by a USA Today editor. You can send feedback using this form.
Virginia
WRIC ABC 8News wins awards at AP Broadcasters awards for continuous coverage, special program
RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — At Virginia’s Associated Press (AP) Broadcasters awards on Saturday, 8News received seven awards, including three first-place awards. Our team was recognized for our coverage on the Waverly Two and special programs during Black History Month.
On Saturday, March 28, 8News attended the 2026 Virginia AP Broadcasters Award, which recognizes broadcast news operations in Virginia and West Virginia.
News anchor Deanna Allbrittin and Digital Producer Ryan Nadeau were honored for their continuous coverage of the Waverly Two, two men who were found not guilty but were still sentenced to life in prison.
We were also awarded first place in the Best Special Stream category for “Riverfront Rhythm” and Excellence in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion for “What is Black?“, a special program during Black History Month from 8New’s Lindsey West.
Additionally, MaryCatherine Price received second place for Best Daily Stream for her podcast, “The Rundown.” It is a podcast that gives viewers an inside look into the newsroom.
Our Taking Action team was also a finalist for Best Multi-Platform Story for our continuous coverage of “Homeowner Horrors” throughout Central Virginia. We were also a finalist for Best News Promo on the “Richmond Tax Delinquency.”
Lastly, our very own Nolan Knight earned second place for Best Sports Anchor for his groundbreaking coverage on local sports in Virginia. He was also recognized at the 2025 AP Broadcast Awards for his coverage of Virginia sports.
Players to watch in the 2026 Women’s NCAA March Madness Tournament
USAT’s Sam Cardona-Norberg and Meghan Hall give a few of their favorite players they will be keeping an eye on in the women’s March Madness tournament.
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The NCAA Women’s Tournament Sweet 16 round continues Saturday, March 28, with a matchup between No. 3-seed TCU and No. 10-seed Virginia at Golden 1 Center in Sacramento, California.
The game tips off at 4:30 p.m. PT (7:30 p.m. ET, ABC).
No. 3 TCU is fresh from a nail-biting victory against No. 6-seed Washington in a final score, 62-59, during the Women’s NCAA Tournament Round of 32 on March 22.
The Horned Frogs were led behind a near triple-double from senior guard Olivia Miles who posted 18 points, 10 rebounds and eight assists. Clara Silva chipped in with 16 points and eight rebounds for TCU. Taylor Bigby added 15.
No. 10 Virginia is still riding momentum from their second round upset, a win against No. 2-seed Iowa, 83-75, on March 23.
The Cavaliers were paced by junior guard Kymora Johnson, who posted a game-high 28 points. Johnson and senior guard Paris Clark provided the bulk of scoring for Virginia. Clark could hardly miss as she added 20, herself. She shot 70% from the field, including 3-of-4 from three.
No. 10 Virginia will take on No. 3 TCU in the Sweet 16 round of the NCAA women’s basketball tournament on Saturday, March 28. Here’s how to watch the Women’s March Madness action.
What time is the TCU vs. Virginia women’s Sweet 16 game?
- Date: Saturday, March 28
- Time: 7:30 p.m. ET (4:30 p.m. PT)
- Location: Golden 1 Center, Sacramento, California
The No. 3-seed TCU Horned Frogs will play the No. 10-seed Virginia Cavaliers in the NCAA Women’s Sweet 16 round at 7:30 p.m. ET (4:30 p.m. PT) Saturday, March 28, at Golden 1 Center in Sacramento, California.
No. 10 Virginia vs. No. 3 TCU: TV, streaming
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