artificial intelligence
37 Data Centers Strain Schools' Power Budgets
Henrico County's 37 data centers are driving a 25% electricity rate increase, prompting county officials to ask school staff and employees to dim lights and conserve power starting July 1, 2026.
Chesterfield Schools Add Stop-Arm Cameras to School Buses
Chesterfield County Public Schools equipped its fleet of nearly 700 buses with artificial intelligence-powered stop-arm cameras to catch drivers who illegally pass stopped buses, with enforcement beginning in October 2025.
Google to Invest $9B in Three Chesterfield Data Center Campuses
Google announced a $9 billion investment in three data center campuses spanning about 1,540 acres across Chesterfield County, representing one of the largest corporate infrastructure projects in Virginia's history.
Chesterfield County Strengthens Cybersecurity Infrastructure
Chesterfield County dedicates $1.68 million in annual service increases and $4.95 million in capital programs to strengthen cybersecurity infrastructure, citing emerging threats from artificial intelligence and quantum computing.