Workforce & economic development: Virginia’s Talent Accelerator Program was ranked No. 1 in the nation for workforce training in Area Development’s 2026 “Top States for Doing Business,” with the program credited for more than 22,000 announced jobs since 2019. Energy & cost pressure: A nonpartisan think tank says federal policy shifts since President Trump returned could push U.S. household energy bills up by about $6,500 on average through 2040, with Virginia among the states facing roughly $9,000 more. Transportation: VDOT released an updated Official State Transportation Map, available free in print and online, and urged fall drivers to watch for deer, wet leaves and check vehicle lights and tires. Local government & public trust: Chesterfield police launched an internal affairs review after an employee was charged with misusing Flock automatic license plate recognition data. Tech & infrastructure debate: A new report highlights how data center scrutiny is growing nationwide—especially around power and water—even as construction continues. Business growth: Portsmouth-based BolenBliss.com, a multicultural wedding vendor directory, topped 10,000 active vendor placements. Healthcare innovation: Experts say photon-counting CT is improving cardiac imaging and could expand access for patients previously hard to scan.