The National Medical Association is warning that Cuba’s worsening energy and medical crisis is putting thousands of lives at risk, with Black physicians calling for action...
A new report warns that Medicaid cuts could force the closure of ten Virginia hospitals, putting rural communities at serious risk and limiting access to essential...
As artificial intelligence reshapes industries, the real shift isn’t replacement—it’s collaboration. Workers who adapt and learn to partner with AI will define the next era of...
The NAACP Virginia State Conference is sounding the alarm over a targeted disinformation campaign ahead of the April 21 referendum, warning Black voters to stay alert,...
A Norfolk congregation was stunned to learn that a beloved 102-year-old church member quietly served in the historic all-Black, all-female 6888 Battalion during World War II—an...
A Hampton Roads family’s Easter Sunday turned unforgettable when a chance encounter in California led to a heartfelt moment with music legend Stevie Wonder, creating a...
A new Supreme Court battle could reshape birthright citizenship in America, as Trump v. Barbara challenges the 14th Amendment’s long-standing protections and raises urgent questions about...
The Metro Ministers’ Conference of Virginia honored historic clergy leadership and service at Metro Honors ’26, celebrating past presidents, trailblazers, and community impact during a fellowship...
In an unprecedented move, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has fired the Army’s chief of chaplains, Maj. Gen. William Green, raising serious questions about leadership changes, religious...
Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger has appointed Josephus Allmond as the state’s first chief energy officer via executive order to confront rising energy costs, build a statewide...
Virginia State University becomes the first HBCU to host the Chesapeake District FIRST Robotics Competition Championship, drawing about 3,000 students and families to compete in a...
The Tidewater Duplicate Bridge Club invites players to Wednesday and Saturday sessions in Norfolk and Portsmouth, focusing this week on 1 No Trump responses, Stayman and...
As economic pressures rise and communities face uncertainty, nonprofits remain a critical lifeline—providing food, care, protection, and hope while calling on everyday citizens to step up...
Virginia State University becomes the first HBCU to host the Chesapeake District FIRST Robotics Competition Championship, drawing about 3,000 students and families to compete in a...
The Digital Download is a weekly column dedicated to exploring the power, promise, and impact of technology in our everyday lives, written by Delegate Cliff Hayes, an experienced technology leader and public servant.
The column aims to educate, inform, and empower readers with insight into how digital tools, innovations, and trends are shaping our communities, policies, and futures.
From artificial intelligence and cybersecurity to broadband access and smart devices, Digital Download breaks down complex tech topics in an accessible way for all.
