Operation Vaporize is a multi-departmental effort which involves compliance check sweeps of dozens of vape shops suspected of illegal activity such as illegally selling marijuana to minors.

“These stores are all near schools, they’re near other reputable businesses,” said Chief Rick Edwards of Richmond Police.

Federal marijuana rescheduling moves cannabis to Schedule III, easing research and medical access. In Virginia, however, ...

Starting December 31, 2025, Virginia vape shops face strict fines and inventory rules for certain vape products.