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November 04, 2009
Kaine says Democrats faced uphill battles in Virginia, New Jersey
"The results are not predictive of the future or reflective of the national mood or political environment,“ Kaine saidElection Analysis: Policies, not parties, are paramount in Virginia politics
Virginia fell to Republicans in a dramatic statewide sweep that is a historic reminder of its enduring competitiveness - but may not be a model for a national GOP
Kaine, Cantor clash over election returns
Gov. Timothy M. Kaine, the national Democratic Party chairman, and House Republican Whip Eric I. Cantor of Henrico County squared off on the "Today" show this morning over the impact of yesterday's elections that saw Republicans capture governorships here and in New Jersey.November 03, 2009
ELECTION RESULTS
Numbers will be updated by State Board of Elections as precincts begin to report results
Bill Cleaveland wins 17th House District
Cleaveland said his wife played a big role in his victory, despite battling a serious illnessRepublicans sweep Governor, Lt. Gov., Atty. General races
The Republican ticket easily defeated the Democratic candidates for Governor, Lt. Governor, and Attorney General
Bill Bolling re-elected Lieutenant Governor
Bolling said “I promise you this, we are going to change the direction of the commonwealth of Virginia.”Ken Cuccinelli elected Attorney General
As polls had predicted, Cuccinelli won a crushing defeat over his Democratic opponent — and friend — Del. Stephen C. Shannon of Fairfax County.Republicans retaining control of House of Delegates
Democrats needed to add six seats to gain control of the chamber. They apparently did not get close.Bob McDonnell becomes Virginia’s 71st Governor
Bob McDonnell led a Republican sweep of Virginia’s statewide races tonight, restoring the Republicans to power after eight years out of the governor’s office.Mudcat Saunders doesn’t think Barack Obama helped or hurt Creigh Deeds
Mudcat says it would be extremely difficult for any candidate to rally Virginia’s Democrats simply because they're burnt outGarrett upsets Valentine in House 23rd District in close vote
Valentine is not conceding the race, after losing by 203 votesHouse Races Winners
Click headline for list of winnersAP exit polls show Virginia independents broke for McDonnell
Exit polls showed that nearly a third of voters in Virginia during the day described themselves as independents and they preferred the Republican to the Democrat by almost a 2-1 marginElection Day ‘09
Click headline for local election news updates throughout the day.
Lawyers for Sniper John Allen Muhammad ask Supreme Court to block execution
In court papers filed Tuesday, Muhammad's attorneys say the execution should be put off while the court considers whether his trial lawyer was ineffectivePerriello hires veterans caseworker
Martha Woody will work as a liaison between Southside veterans and the VARichard McCroskey indicted in Farmville murders
He faces six counts of capital murder
Martinsville man wins $500,000 in Virginia Lottery
Maurice Hairston, a 76-year-old truck driver, doesn't plan to quit his job
Creigh Deeds votes in Bath Co.
Dozens showed up wtih Deeds to vote in Millboro early Tuesday morningMcDonnell votes, proud his sons can vote for him for first time
McDonnell joked with reporters after voting that he promised he would take his sons and daughters to McDonald's afterwards, if they voted for himVoter resources
Voters in Virginia can find their polling precinct and follow the results online.November 02, 2009
Goodlatte calls for action on health care reform bill
Congressman Bob Goodlatte wants anyone who opposes the health care bill to call your local representative and express your concerns.Democrats start final push in Roanoke
Governor Tim Kaine and Creigh Deeds, along with the rest of the Democratic ticket, stepped out of the old Fire Station #1 to a crowd of about 150 supportersGov. Kaine draws sharp distinctions between candidates
He accused McDonnell of trying to run as a moderate, but told the crowd "don't you believe it."Republicans land in Roanoke for final campaign push
Hundreds showed up to the Landmark Aviation terminal at Roanoke Regional AirportRoanoke man killed trying to board moving train in Manassas
Investigators believe Bradley Schmidt and two friends hopped a Norfolk Southern train from Roanoke to Manassas on SaturdayDemocrats rally in morning, Republicans rally in afternoon in Roanoke
Gov. Tim Kaine led Creigh Deeds and the rest of the ticket into Downtown Roanoke this morning
