Bill looks to ban platforms with “dark patterns” Ian Price April 18, 2019 1 minute read Virginia US Senator Mark Warner has rolled out the first in a series of bills aimed at regulating social media companies that use so-called “dark patterns.” WFIR’s Ian Price has more: Share: Post navigation Previous: String of thefts from cars in north Roanoke CountyNext: Alternative unis for the Sox; Dawgs open semifinal series tonight Related Stories RoVa Labs at Carilion Clinic cuts the ribbon on shared lab space Gene Marrano May 6, 2026 A Virginia Tech professor who studies hospitality and tourism says those planning a vacation should do it now and not wait for gas prices to come down Gene Marrano May 6, 2026 FBI searches Virginia Senate leader’s office as part of corruption probe, AP source says AP May 6, 2026