Archive for category Virginia’s News
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.
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.
House of Delegates offers up clean repeal of VMSDEP changes
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on June 28, 2024
Virginia’s House of Delegates and state Senate are at odds about how to fund an education benefit for the families of veterans. Michael Pope reports.
Virginia House set to take up VMSDEP, but trouble could be on the horizon
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on June 27, 2024
Members of the General Assembly are returning to the Capitol Friday to consider a budget question about benefits to veterans and their families. Michael Pope has the latest.
Lightning bugs face threats, says scientist. Here’s how to help them.
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on June 27, 2024
Summer is prime time to see lightning bugs. Some anecdotal evidence suggests there may be fewer fireflies than in years past, and these bugs are threatened by human development. As Roxy Todd reports, there are ways to attract more fireflies to your yard.
Last week’s primary results could pave the way for more zoning changes across Virginia
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on June 26, 2024
One of the outcomes of last week’s primary election could mean zoning changes in your neighborhood. Michael Pope explains.
TSA issues a warning as 32 million Americans prepare to fly
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on June 26, 2024
The Transportation Safety Administration reports record travel this summer and is bracing for the busy Fourth of July holiday. TSA expects to screen more than 32 million people from Thursday, June 27 through Monday, July 8th.
The agency also reports another record as some travelers attempt to fly with firearms. Sandy Hausman reports on what happens when people get caught and what excuses they offer for trying to bring contraband on board.
Hundreds of prisoners to be released early, starting July 1st
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on June 26, 2024
On July 1st, the state will launch two major prison reforms.
Sandy Hausman reports on what they’ll mean for inmates and their families.
A recount is likely on the way in Virginia’s 5th District; what does that process look like?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on June 25, 2024
A week after the primary election, the results of the Republican nomination in the 5th Congressional District are still too close to call. Michael Pope has more on what happens next.
After success in Roanoke, fentanyl awareness campaign to roll out statewide later this year
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on June 24, 2024
Virginia’s First Lady and its Attorney General rolled out a fentanyl awareness campaign in Roanoke earlier this year. And as Nick Gilmore reports, there are positive trends – both in that city and statewide.
Virginia Senate pitches VMSDEP fix, will reconvene ahead of House
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on June 13, 2024
The Virginia Senate will return to Richmond next Tuesday to address restrictions added to state military education benefits. The fix comes after veterans demanded changes, claiming new rules in the budget had ruined college plans for their children. Brad Kutner has more.
Republicans to pick challenger to Senator Tim Kaine next week
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on June 13, 2024
Republicans will be choosing a candidate to go up against incumbent U.S. Senator Tim Kaine in the primary Tuesday, June 18th. Michael Pope has this preview.
Two competing teacher unions in Fairfax County are joining forces
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on June 12, 2024
Virginia’s largest school system, one of the biggest in the country in fact, is about to enter into a collective bargaining agreement. Michael Pope has the details.
‘I don’t like them taking my life for money.’ Residents and activists react to MVP approval
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on June 12, 2024
The Mountain Valley Pipeline says it’s preparing to start transporting gas but has not yet said when that will begin. The company says it’s completed all safety checks, but, as Roxy Todd reports, some residents want to see more information about those inspections.
Virginia elections and the growing influence of PACs
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on June 11, 2024
One way to judge a candidate is how much money they’ve raised and spent, as Michael Pope tells us about another way to follow the money in this month’s primary.
Many vets are running in this year’s primaries
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on June 10, 2024
Polls are open right now in primary elections across Virginia, and Michael Pope tells us many of the candidates on the ballot are military veterans.
What is the future of the Clean Economy Act now?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on June 7, 2024
Environmentalists are worried about the governor rolling back environmental initiatives. But as Michael Pope reports, they are still hopeful about meeting benchmarks in the future.
Virginia’s legislature sees no short-term fix for congestion on I-81
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on June 7, 2024
Virginia’s longest stretch of highway, I-81 along the state’s Appalachian spine, is no stranger to traffic backups. Brad Kutner spoke with one legislator who says there’s no quick fix.
Pope & Schapiro: Lots of feuding, including the MAGA family kind
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on June 7, 2024
Feuds between the governor and the legislature – and members of the same party – have made headlines in the last few days. Michael Pope and Jeff Schapiro – political columnist for the Richmond Times-Dispatch – discuss this week in state government and politics.
Just what are the limits of executive authority in Virginia?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on June 6, 2024
Critics of Republican Governor Glenn Youngkin say he has repeatedly overstepped his authority by taking executive action without consulting the General Assembly. Michael Pope has the story.
I-95 traffic study shows Virginia on the hook for any attempts to fix
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on June 6, 2024
The stretch of Interstate 95 that runs just south of Washington D.C. is one of the worst in the country. And investigators with the state’s legislative watchdog agency have bad news about any future attempts to address the problem. Brad Kutner has more from Richmond.
*EDITOR’S NOTE: We’ve updated this story from a previous version to include comment from Transurban.
Youngkin, Miyares: Virginia won’t follow California emissions standards
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on June 5, 2024
Virginia’s governor and its attorney general say the state won’t follow California’s vehicle emissions standards next year. Nick Gilmore has details.
After botched real estate deal, state watchdog recommends changes to VCU Health’s board
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on June 5, 2024
Virginia’s Joint Legislative Audit and Review Commission, or JLARC, recommended changes to Virginia Commonwealth University Health’s hospital system leadership Wednesday.
The review came after a botched real estate deal between the city of Richmond and the hospital’s board. Brad Kutner has more.
Democrats hope to make contraception a key election issue
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on June 5, 2024
This week, the U.S. Senate failed to pass a bill guaranteeing a right to contraception. As Michael Pope reports, a similar bill was vetoed by Republican Governor Glenn Youngkin last month.
Virginia and its really, really low unemployment rate
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on June 4, 2024
The latest numbers from the Bureau of Labor Statistics has some good news for Virginia. Michael Pope explains.
Following Youngkin veto, legislators look to protect those in mental crisis
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on June 4, 2024
Virginia legislators passed a bill this session that would’ve given those with behavioral, neurological or cognitive health issues protections when in confrontations with the police. But Youngkin vetoed the effort. Now in summer working groups, Brad Kutner spoke to those hoping to see the problem addressed.
Virginia disability advocates celebrate legislative wins
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on May 30, 2024
Disability advocates celebrated rare wins at a meeting of the Virginia Disability Commission Thursday afternoon. Brad Kutner has more from those who helped make the changes happen.
What healthcare priorities are (and aren’t) in the two-year budget plan
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on May 30, 2024
Democrats in Virginia are calling attention to healthcare as a major campaign issue this year. Michael Pope reports.
Virginia House committee breaks down ballooning veteran education benefit program
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on May 29, 2024
A nearly 100-year-old veterans benefit program saw cuts during the latest state budget cycle after costs ballooned 450% in just four years. As legislators try to learn more about the problem, Brad Kutner reports a fix may not come till next session.
New RC poll shows Biden and Trump tied heading into November elections
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on May 29, 2024
President Biden and former President Trump are tied at 42% each in Virginia, according to a new poll from Roanoke College. Michael Pope has the numbers.
Two Virginia Republicans receive important endorsements from former President Trump
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on May 28, 2024
Voting has already started for Virginia’s June primaries. But as Michael Pope reports, former President Donald Trump is now weighing in with endorsements.
Advocates vow to return to bullying definition after Youngkin veto
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on May 24, 2024
Earlier this year, members of the General Assembly approved legislation that would have changed the definition of bullying. But the governor vetoed that bill. Michael Pope reports.
Virginia’s new gambling agency, skill game monitor considered
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on May 24, 2024
The failure of Virginia lawmakers to legalize skill games in the 2024 session has raised questions about a special summer session to address the issue. But with record profits coming in, some want the state to remake its gambling oversight system first. Brad Kutner has more.
Virginia’s accessory dwelling unit debate works toward consensus
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on May 23, 2024
Accessory dwelling units – sometimes called “mother-in-law suites” – allow family, friends or tenants to move into an already occupied lot. They’re smaller, cheaper and some see them as a fix to Virginia’s housing shortage. But as Brad Kutner found out, balancing local and state authority on the issue is the first hurdle in the process.
School social services bill to become law this summer
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on May 23, 2024
Schools across Virginia may soon become hubs for social services. Michael Pope reports.
Virginia scholarship aiding those impacted by Massive Resistance and their descendants gets record funding
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on May 22, 2024
A scholarship to aid those impacted by the inequity of Virginia’s schools to Black students over 70 years ago is entering the summer with record funds and a record number of recipients. Brad Kutner has more.
On heels of OpenAI scandal, Congressman Beyer files transparency bill
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on May 22, 2024
One Virginia congressman wants more transparency from groups working on artificial intelligence. Michael Pope reports.
Virginia Democrats celebrate environmental wins, say they’ll still fight to stay in RGGI
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on May 21, 2024
Virginia first entered the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative in 2020, and it’s added over $800 million dollars to state efforts to combat climate change.
While Governor Glenn Youngkin has tried to pull the state out of the agreement, Democrats said Tuesday they managed to still achieve some environmental wins despite RGGI cuts. Brad Kutner has more from Richmond.
Va. lawmakers provide money to keep child advocacy centers open, amid declining federal funding
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on May 21, 2024
The state budget recently signed by Governor Youngkin includes funding for child advocacy centers. As Roxy Todd explains, CACs work alongside law enforcement and prosecuting attorneys to ensure children are safely able to report abuse.
Virginia legislators ask for change at Riverside Regional Jail
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on May 21, 2024
A recent job posting for superintendent at the Riverside Regional Jail, near Petersburg in Prince George County, is attracting the attention of a bipartisan group of legislators. Brad Kutner has more from those concerned with what formerly incarcerated folks say is inhuman treatment at the detention facility.
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