Census shows South, West lead U.S. in marriages, divorces
Singles, take note: With marriages at an all-time low, states in the South and West rank among the highest for couples hearing wedding bells. But many of these states also have higher rates of divorce.
Asian-owned firms surged in Va. from 2002 to 2007
The number of businesses in Virginia owned by people of Asian origin increased 46 percent from 2002 to 2007, outpacing the 21 percent overall growth rate of businesses in the state, according to U.S. Census Bureau research released Thursday.
Hispanic tally up in metro areas
Hispanics now outnumber blacks for the first time in most U.S. metropolitan areas, shifting the political and racial dynamics in cities once dominated by whites and blacks.
Hispanic populations increase in Richmond area
Biggest change was a 200 percent increase in Chesterfield
Data raise hiring hopes
The job market suddenly looks brighter.
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Census: Growth of Hispanic Population
Map shows how much the Hispanic population has grown in Richmond area localities.
2011 Redistricting
See how the changes in Virginia's population could affect the redistricting process.
Population changes
A interactive map shows how Virginia population has changed, according to the U.S. Census. (To go to the interactive map, click on the image above).
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