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 Virginia Tech secures record $75 million gift for athletics and academics Web Staff June 8, 2026 Olde Salem Brewing Company launches food service at downtown Roanoke location Clark Palmer June 5, 2026 Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport launches daily nonstop service to Dallas-Fort Worth Web Staff June 5, 2026