Virginia remains in legal limbo after Gov. Abigail Spanberger vetoed legislation that would have created a regulated recreational cannabis retail market, frustrating lawmakers and advocates who...
A court ruling favoring OpenAI over Elon Musk highlights a larger global debate over artificial intelligence control, as Delegate Cliff Hayes warns that innovation must be...
Seventy-one years after Brown v. Board of Education, Julianne Malveaux argues America still has not fulfilled its promise of equal educational opportunity as Black students continue...
As family homelessness rises nationwide, school districts in cities like San Diego and Cincinnati are turning parking lots into temporary safe havens for homeless families struggling...
Hampton University journalism dean Julia A. Wilson shared insights from the White House Correspondents Dinner while moderating Women in Defense Industry Day 2026, emphasizing situational awareness...
Delegate Cliff Hayes examines how artificial intelligence is reshaping public trust, warning that digital literacy, verified sources, and transparency are critical to protecting truth in the...
This week’s Bridge Corner reviews bidding strategy, trump contracts, and declarer play while inviting Hampton Roads residents to learn and enjoy duplicate bridge through upcoming Tidewater...
Civil rights attorney Ben Crump has helped generate nearly $2 million in sales for Black-owned bookstores through his latest book tour, combining advocacy, economic empowerment, and...
Marc H. Morial argues recent Supreme Court voting rights decisions relied on misleading voter turnout data, warning that weakened protections could deepen racial disparities and undermine...
Former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms wins Georgia’s Democratic gubernatorial primary, positioning herself to potentially become the first Black woman governor in U.S. history amid a...
The Hampton Roads Community Action Program will honor eight regional leaders during its 2026 Community Builders Awards on June 4, featuring actor and philanthropist Boris Kodjoe...
Atlantic Union Bank has announced a $2.5 million Small Business Partnership Grant initiative aimed at supporting entrepreneurs and strengthening local economies across Virginia, Maryland, Washington, D.C.,...
Norfolk lawmakers showcased a wide range of legislation impacting voting rights, healthcare, transportation, veterans, AI protections, and consumer advocacy during a powerful town hall highlighting civic...
A new book by Stanford scholar Dr. Lerone Martin reveals little-known stories from Martin Luther King Jr.’s youth, uncovering the doubts, struggles, mentors, and relationships that...
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.
