Archive for July, 2024
Agreement struck to release detained immigrants
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on July 31, 2024
A settlement agreement may lead to the release of several people in Virginia caught up in the immigration system. A judge is set to consider the agreement in the next few weeks.
Michael Pope reports.
RNC chair says trust Trump on abortion, Virginia Democrats disagree
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on July 31, 2024
Republican National Committee Chairman Michael Whatley was in Richmond Wednesday morning supporting former President Donald Trump’s 2024 campaign. Among the promises made by Trump so far is a vow to let states decide for themselves on the issue of abortion. But, as Brad Kutner found out, not everyone believes the former president.
“Trump Force 47” is this year’s GOTV campaign for Virginia Republicans
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on July 30, 2024
Republicans are planning their strategy to reach voters in Virginia. Michael Pope has this preview.
Report: Undocumented immigrants add nearly $700 million to Virginia economy
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on July 30, 2024
A new report from a left-leaning tax group says undocumented immigrants add nearly $700 million to Virginia’s economy. The numbers are disputed by some, however, as Brad Kutner reports.
Virginia prosecutors weigh in on Harris and her record
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on July 29, 2024
The campaign of Kamala Harris for president is raising new questions about what it means to be a progressive prosecutor. Michael Pope reports.
Some environmental advocates not sold on methane emissions capture
Posted by dseidelvtedu in Uncategorized on July 29, 2024
Virginia is about to receive $100 million to capture methane emissions.
But environmental groups are not sold on the idea for what happens next, as Michael Pope reports.
Pope & Schapiro: The presidential campaigns and Virginia
Posted by dseidelvtedu in Uncategorized on July 26, 2024
Lots of news this past week about the presidential campaign. How will it impact Virginia?
Jeff Schapiro, political columnist at the Richmond Times-Dispatch, and Michael Pope recap the week in politics and state government.
Rep. Spanberger introduces legislation to get newspapers delivered on time
Posted by dseidelvtedu in Uncategorized on July 26, 2024
One Virginia member of Congress is pressing the Post Office to make changes to ensure rural newspapers are delivered on time.
Michael Pope explains.
Newest Youngkin Board of Ed appointee draws Democrats’ ire
Posted by dseidelvtedu in Uncategorized on July 25, 2024
Governor Glenn Youngkin’s newest Board of Education appointee is getting push back from state Democrats.
Brad Kutner has more from her first meeting in Richmond.
Do data centers need more regulation in Virginia?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on July 24, 2024
Members of the General Assembly are expected to consider the rapid expansion of data centers next year. Michael Pope has this preview.
Governor Youngkin to release energy plan later this year
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on July 23, 2024
Governor Glenn Youngkin is putting together an energy plan for Virginia. Michael Pope has a preview.
Advocates hope CFPB ruling will mean more regulation on controversial type of loan
Posted by dseidelvtedu in Uncategorized on July 23, 2024
Opponents of predatory lending are hopeful that a new federal rule might help people in Virginia.
Michael Pope reports.
How has Kamala Harris fared in Virginia polling?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on July 22, 2024
Now that Kamala Harris seems poised to get the Democratic nomination for president, how does she poll in Virginia? Michael Pope is looking at the numbers.
Elected officials push for free tax filing in Virginia
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on July 19, 2024
Members of the state’s congressional delegation want a new pilot program allowing people to file their federal taxes for free to come to Virginia. And, as Brad Kutner found out, officials in Richmond want it, too.
Pope & Schapiro: the RNC, new polling and campaign finance documents
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on July 19, 2024
Election season continues to ramp up – with new polling and campaign finance documents rolling out this week. Michael Pope chats with Jeff Schapiro – political columnist with the Richmond Times-Dispatch – about the week that was in politics and state government.
Trump shooting looms over Virginia Special Session
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on July 18, 2024
Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders used bold language in the wake of the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump, and as Brad Kutner found out, it’s a feeling shared by some Virginia Republicans.
Third time’s the charm: Virginia legislators pass VMSDEP fix
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on July 18, 2024
After two failed attempts, the Virginia House and Senate passed a legislative fix to a veterans’ benefits bill in Richmond Thursday. Brad Kutner has more from Richmond.
Two new Virginia polls have Democrats worried
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on July 18, 2024
Public polling on the state of the presidential race this week seems to be moving in favor of the Republicans. Michael Pope has the story.
New FBI data shows a continued downward trend for violent crime
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on July 17, 2024
After a spike during the pandemic, crime is down significantly across the country. Michael Pope has the details for Virginia.
Here’s a link to that FBI data.
As electricity demand booms, Dominion looks to peaker plans for reliability
Posted by dseidelvtedu in Uncategorized on July 17, 2024
In 2020, Virginia became the first southern state to lay out a legal mandate for a carbon-free electrical grid.
That’s why it was a surprise to many when Dominion Energy announced plans to build a NEW natural gas plant in Chesterfield County.
As Mallory Noe-Payne reports it could be the first of several so-called peaker plants around the state.
Virginia artist P. Buckley Moss dies at age 91
Posted by dseidelvtedu in Uncategorized on July 17, 2024
Well-known Virginia artist P. Buckley Moss died Saturday at the age of 91.
David Seidel has more about her career.
New campaign finance figures show millions on hand for some candidates
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on July 16, 2024
Candidates for Congress are heading into a fall campaign season with millions of dollars cash on hand. Michael Pope is looking at the numbers.
New data shows prices are going down
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on July 15, 2024
The inflationary pressure that spiked prices in Virginia is finally turning around. Michael Pope reports that prices are going down.
Here’s a link to the new data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
History is not on Bob Good’s side
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on July 12, 2024
The Republican primary in the 5th is heading to a recount. Michael Pope reports that history suggests it won’t change the outcome.
Pope & Schapiro: Biden’s future, a recount, and cell phones in the classroom
Posted by dseidelvtedu in Uncategorized on July 12, 2024
November election issues top the political headlines in Virginia this week.
Jeff Schapiro, political columnist at the Richmond Times-Dispatch, and Michael Pope recap the week in politics and state government.
Jennifer Wexton is using AI to help her finish her term in Congress
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on July 11, 2024
Congresswoman Jennifer Wexton is not letting health problems silence her for the rest of her term in office. As Michael Pope reports, she’s getting a new voice thanks to artificial intelligence.
You can see Congresswoman Wexton announce the news here.
Despite Virginia heat, some voters remain chilly on Biden
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on July 10, 2024
Virginia spent much of the last decade voting for Democratic Presidents but now Republicans in the Commonwealth are hoping a lack of enthusiasm for President Joe Biden could help flip Virginia this fall. And as Brad Kutner found out at a bus stop in downtown Richmond, they might get their wish.
Vincenz marker first to honor Virginia LGBTQ history
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on July 10, 2024
Virginia historical markers recognize people and places across the Commonwealth. But now one is noting LGBTQ history for the first time.
Michael Pope reports.
Virginia legislators, the formerly incarcerated celebrate earned sentence credit releases
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on July 9, 2024
Virginia’s prison population has been shrinking – the result of lower crime rates and criminal justice reforms shepherded by Democratic legislators over the last few years.
Republican Glenn Youngkin resisted those efforts during his term as governor until the recent budget cycle which saw one major reform finally get the green light. Brad Kutner has more from Richmond.
Virginia’s fentanyl task force has some tough questions to answer
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on July 9, 2024
The fentanyl crisis in Virginia is showing no signs of letting up any time soon. But, as Michael Pope reports, a new task force will be taking a look at the issue.
Restoring rivercane to Southwest Virginia
Posted by dseidelvtedu in Uncategorized on July 9, 2024
Did you know there’s a type of bamboo that’s native to the United States?
It’s called rivercane, and it once grew near most rivers and streams. But then, it was nearly wiped out.
As Roxy Todd reports, a group made up mostly of volunteers is working to restore the plant in Southwest Virginia.
State survey says Virginia failing to serve low-income mothers
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on July 9, 2024
A new survey from the state shows low-income mothers, supported by subsidized health care plans, aren’t getting the care they’ve been promised. Brad Kutner has more from Richmond.
The “summer slump” is a real worry for Virginia teachers and lawmakers
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on July 8, 2024
School’s out for summer for most of Virginia public schools. And as Michael Pope reports, teachers are worried about learning loss.
Following rocky debate and troubling polls, Virginia Democrats chime in on Biden’s future
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on July 8, 2024
Questions about President Joe Biden’s future as a candidate are following other Democrats as they work through their own campaigns across the country. Among them is Virginia Senator Tim Kaine. He spoke with Brad Kutner.
Governing bodies in Virginia are now able to meet online even more frequently
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on July 5, 2024
The public square is increasingly online, and that includes some official public business. Michael Pope reports.
Cocktails-to-go are here to stay, but there may be some changes next year
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on July 5, 2024
One of Virginia’s new laws as of this month involves cocktails-to-go. Michael Pope has the story.
Pope & Schapiro: VMSDEP and recounts
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on July 5, 2024
From a recount in Virginia’s 5th District to a resolution over a veterans education benefit program – it’s been a busy holiday week in state politics and government. Michael Pope and Jeff Schapiro – political columnist with the Richmond Times-Dispatch – discuss.
Review of Virginia’s state-run investment, college savings agencies offer good news, opportunities
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on July 3, 2024
A review of Virginia’s state-run investment plans provided some good news earlier this week, but questions about whether the legislature should step in to reprioritize those funds were raised. Brad Kutner has more.
A measure protecting same-sex marriage in Virginia is now law
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on July 2, 2024
As of the beginning of this month, Virginia put dozens of new laws into effect. Michael Pope tells us about one that protects same-sex marriage.
Good promises recount after state Board of Elections certifies 5th District primary results
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on July 2, 2024
The Virginia Board of Elections certified the results of the 2024 congressional primaries Tuesday. That gives Congressman Bob Good the chance to make good on his promise to ask for a recount in his failed bid against Senator John McGuire. Brad Kutner has more from Richmond.
Virginia Senate whiffs on VMSDEP fix a second time
Posted by dseidelvtedu in Uncategorized on July 1, 2024
Senate Democrats in Richmond once again failed to pass a bill to fix issues with a state veterans education benefit program Monday.
It was the second Senate session held to address the issue and dragged into the evening.
Brad Kutner explains what went wrong.
It’s been one year since Pell Grants became available to incarcerated people
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on July 1, 2024
This week marks the one-year anniversary of federal higher education funding that is available to people who are incarcerated in Virginia. Michael Pope explains.
Researcher offers tips for helping people who experience post-traumatic stress disorder during fireworks season
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on July 1, 2024
With the Fourth of July approaching, so is the season for fireworks. But fireworks can be triggering for people with post-traumatic stress disorder. Roxy Todd spoke with a researcher on ways we can help neighbors and family members.
Virginia Senate returns today to take up VMSDEP bill from the House
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on July 1, 2024
Members of the Virginia Senate are expected back at the Capitol again today to reconsider a veterans benefit program. Michael Pope has this preview.
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