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Supreme Court of Virginia sides with former inmate on earned sentence credits case
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 22, 2024
People who are incarcerated might be able to get out of prison earlier now that the Supreme Court of Virginia is weighing in on how earned sentence credits are calculated. Michael Pope reports.
Youngkin open to changes in skill games amendments
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 19, 2024
Virginia’s legislature said no to a host of amendments from Governor Glenn Youngkin to a bill legalizing skill games in the Commonwealth.
But that didn’t end the conversation and lawmakers agreed to work with the governor to find a more palatable bill. Brad Kutner spoke with Youngkin and some pro-skill game activists as those negotiations are kicking off.
A Supreme Court victory for a Richmond man will impact veterans nationwide
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 19, 2024
A Richmond man’s victory in the United States Supreme Court is expected to help hundreds of thousands of veterans across the country. Michael Pope explains why.
Who has the upper hand in a Virginia budget standoff?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 18, 2024
Lawmakers are expected to return to the Capitol in Richmond next month for a special session on the budget. Michael Pope has a preview.
Virginia’s budget deal pushed to May after newfound collaboration between Youngkin and legislature
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 17, 2024
Virginia’s top elected officials appeared unified around the promise of a real compromise budget during Wednesday’s veto session. Brad Kutner has more from the Capitol.
The fate of skill games is now in the governor’s hands
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 17, 2024
Governor Glenn Youngkin is now facing a decision about what happens with slot-machine style machines in convenience stores and truck stops. Michael Pope reports.
Virginia’s legislature hasn’t overridden a veto in more than a decade. Could that change Wednesday?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 16, 2024
Virginia’s legislature returns to Richmond Wednesday to review Governor Glenn Youngkin’s vetoes and amendments. While tension remains high, at least one bill with strong bipartisan support could see Youngkin rebuked. Brad Kutner has more.
A look at what the 2024 reconvene session may hold
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 16, 2024
All 140 members of the Virginia House of Delegates and the state Senate will be back in Richmond Wednesday. They’ll take action on all the governor’s amendments, including a historic number of budget amendments. Michael Pope has this preview.
A gubernatorial amendment on bullying might get the boot later this week
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 15, 2024
All 140 members of the Virginia General Assembly will return to Richmond this week for a brief session to consider the governor’s amendments and vetoes. Michael Pope tells us one of the amendments they’ll be considering involves bullying in schools.
‘Zombie mortgages’ to die for good later this year
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 12, 2024
Starting this summer, Virginia will have a new law against so-called “zombie mortgages.” Michael Pope explains.
Governor Youngkin says no to ranked-choice voting legislation
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 11, 2024
Ranked-choice voting has gained popularity in recent years. Although, as Michael Pope tells us, it’s not popular at the Executive Mansion.
Youngkin gets mixed reviews on final criminal justice reform actions of 2024 session
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 10, 2024
Governor Glenn Youngkin ran on a law and order platform. And while that may have put most criminal justice reform efforts on the chopping block, advocates and elected officials were surprised by what survived his veto pen. Brad Kutner has more.
UVA conference to address health risks linked to hotter weather
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 10, 2024
We’ve heard a lot about dangerous weather and rising seas associated with a changing climate, and medical experts say it will also take a toll on public health. That’s why the University of Virginia’s School of Nursing is hosting a conference on the subject this weekend. Sandy Hausman has that story.
State lawmakers are working to reorganize Virginia’s workforce development efforts
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 10, 2024
Virginia’s workforce development is in the midst of a reorganization – one designed to make better use of federal money. Michael Pope reports.
‘They have been a godsend’ — Home visiting program brings parenting skills home
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 10, 2024
Being a new parent is a learning experience. But accessing resources and help isn’t easy for everyone.
A program in Virginia is helping families build stronger relationships, by visiting with parents and kids in their own homes, as Roxy Todd reports.
Youngkin slashes Democrats’ education budget, vetoes bipartisan school funding bill
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 9, 2024
Governor Glenn Youngkin released budget amendments and issued vetoes just hours before Monday night’s deadline. Some of Youngkin’s strikes hit education spending and funding plans crafted by Democrats. Brad Kutner has more from Richmond.
Skill games proponents ponder next steps following Youngkin amendments
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 9, 2024
Lawmakers will return to Richmond next week to consider next steps on a number of important bills. Michael Pope reports that they’ll need to make a decision on what to do about skill games.
Youngkin offers over 200 amendments to budget bill
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 9, 2024
Governor Glenn Youngkin offered more than 200 amendments to the General Assembly’s proposed budget Monday. The governor struck a more conciliatory tone, opening up the upcoming budget fight on a positive note, but Democratic leadership remained wary, as Brad Kutner found out.
Youngkin adds to veto total with abortion bills
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 8, 2024
Abortion remains a key topic as the governor takes his final actions on bills from the General Assembly. Michael Pope has the latest.
Here’s how to safely view the eclipse in Virginia
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 3, 2024
Next Monday, April 8, Virginians can see a partial solar eclipse, and most state parks are planning watch parties. Roxy Todd has tips for how to view the eclipse safely.
Congressional hopefuls are almost out of time to get their paperwork in
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 3, 2024
Thursday is a key deadline for primary elections this summer. Michael Pope has details.
Legislator shares her story ahead of Virginia’s first annual Black Maternal Health Week
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 2, 2024
For the first time, Virginia will mark Black Maternal Health Week starting Monday. The event comes after a 2023 study showed increased rates of maternal death in Black communities.
One legislator didn’t need a study to show just how bad the problem is. Brad Kutner has more from Richmond.
What impact could the Florida abortion ruling have in Virginia?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 2, 2024
Virginia is expecting an influx of people seeking abortions now that Florida will implement a six-week ban starting May 1st. Michael Pope has the story.
Governor Youngkin passes on retail marijuana market
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 29, 2024
Earlier this week, Governor Glenn Youngkin vetoed a plan from Virginia Democrats for a retail marijuana market. It comes years after the state decriminalized the substance, allowing an illicit market to flourish. Brad Kutner has more from Richmond.
As Youngkin arena deal crumbles, the state’s budget hangs in the balance
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 29, 2024
Governor Glenn Youngkin’s hopes for a sports arena in northern Virginia may be dead, but politics in Virginia live on. Among deals that still need to happen between the Republican governor and his Democratic counterparts is the state’s budget. Brad Kutner has more.
Cocktails to go will soon become permanent in Virginia
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 29, 2024
Governor Glenn Youngkin is putting his signature on a bill legalizing cocktails to go. Michael Pope has the story.
Pope & Schapiro: Death of an arena
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 29, 2024
The death of a sports arena deal in northern Virginia grabbed most of the headlines this week. Michael Pope and Jeff Schapiro – political columnist with the Richmond Times-Dispatch – discuss that and all the happenings in state politics and government.
Millions in federal dollars announced to address Virginia’s abandoned coal mines
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 28, 2024
A top official at the U.S. Department of the Interior was in Richmond Thursday to announce millions of dollars to help reclaim abandoned coal mines from Wise to Chesterfield Counties. Brad Kutner has more from Richmond.
Tribal leaders discuss consequences of Virginia’s Racial Integrity Act 100 years later
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 28, 2024
Last week, as part of its Indigenous Perspectives Exhibit, the Library of Virginia asked four leaders from Tribes in Virginia to discuss the consequences to their cultures of the Racial Integrity Act put in place to preserve white supremacy in the state 100 years ago. Pamela D’Angelo reports.
Youngkin takes action on several gun-related bills
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 27, 2024
Governor Glenn Youngkin took action on over three dozen gun bills earlier this week. The actions will stop many new gun laws from going into effect, but efforts he agreed with are ok with Second Amendment activists. Brad Kutner has more.
Bipartisan bill to address ‘abuse-to-prison-pipeline’ awaits Youngkin’s signature
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 26, 2024
Combating human trafficking has been a priority for Governor Glenn Youngkin and Attorney General Jason Miyares. And while the administration has been dinging Democrats for not supporting GOP-backed bills, at least one measure to address the issue passed with unanimous support. Brad Kutner has more from Richmond.
The governor’s proposed digital sales tax may apply to businesses too
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 26, 2024
Governor Glenn Youngkin is considering a proposal from the General Assembly that would increase taxes on businesses. Michael Pope has the report.
New school funding sales tax ballot initiative likely coming to a Virginia locality near you
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 25, 2024
While the Virginia legislature and Governor Glenn Youngkin continue to bicker over future school funding, one bill aimed at giving localities more authority to raise funds for school construction is likely to be signed in the coming weeks.
Brad Kutner has more from Richmond.
After lots of debate this session, the governor will soon weigh in on skill games
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 25, 2024
Governor Glenn Youngkin is about to make one of the most anticipated decisions of the General Assembly session this year. As Michael Pope reports, the fate of skill games rests in the balance.
Pope & Schapiro: The session is over, but there’s still a lot going on in Richmond
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 22, 2024
The General Assembly session is over, but there is still plenty of action going on in Richmond. Michael Pope and Jeff Schapiro – political columnist at the Richmond Times-Dispatch – talk about the week that was – from gubernatorial vetoes to the latest on budget deliberations.
Youngkin’s latest vetoes limit police recruitment, strike at criminal justice reform
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 21, 2024
Governor Glenn Youngkin vetoed just under two dozen bills earlier this week, many of them related to criminal justice reforms. Brad Kutner has more details on one effort that police chiefs said would have increased both the ranks and quality of officers in diverse parts of the state.
Governor Youngkin weighs invasive plants legislation
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 21, 2024
Governor Glenn Youngkin is giving his veto pen a workout, rejecting 60 bills this week. Michael Pope reports on one vetoed measure that would’ve cracked down on invasive plant species.
The governor touted 30,000 jobs with arena proposal, but is that accurate?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 20, 2024
Governor Glenn Youngkin says an arena proposal in Alexandria would create 30,000 jobs. Michael Pope takes a look at that claim.
Could a rail crew bill overcome a gubernatorial veto?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 19, 2024
Governor Glenn Youngkin is pulling out his veto pen again. This time, Michael Pope tells us about his rejection of a bill on railroad safety.
Governor Youngkin says no to composting bill
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 18, 2024
Governor Glenn Youngkin is vetoing legislation that might have increased composting. Michael Pope reports.
New Census data: exurban Virginia is growing
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 18, 2024
The latest round of data from the Census Bureau shows that exurban Richmond continues to grow while other parts of Virginia are losing population. Michael Pope has the breakdown.
The session is over, but there are big disagreements on the state budget
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 15, 2024
Members of the General Assembly may have concluded their session. But as Michael Pope reports, the fight over the budget isn’t over.
Bill reining in junk fees died late at the General Assembly this year
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 14, 2024
Advocates for a bill to crack down on junk fees are disappointed that the bill failed at the last minute as the General Assembly session ended. Michael Pope has the story.
General Assembly and Governor Youngkin clash over contraception coverage
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 13, 2024
The General Assembly voted to make sure health insurance plans cover contraception. But Governor Glenn Youngkin wants an exemption for those with certain objections. Michael Pope explains.
Legacy admissions are now a thing of the past in Virginia
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 12, 2024
Governor Glenn Youngkin has signed a bill to prohibit legacy admissions to public colleges and universities. Michael Pope reports.
Teen plaintiffs ask Virginia Court of Appeals to allow climate change suit
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 12, 2024
A group of Virginia teens argued for their right to a livable environment at the Virginia Court of Appeals Tuesday morning. Brad Kutner has more from Richmond.
Youngkin pleases 2A advocates with early veto of new gun laws
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 12, 2024
Governor Glenn Youngkin vetoed eight bills late Friday night. Among them was an effort that would have clarified how to remove guns from those convicted of domestic abuse. Advocates on both sides of the issue were surprised by the action. Brad Kutner has more.
Governor Youngkin vetoes ERIC rejoin effort
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 11, 2024
Governor Glenn Youngkin has issued his first vetoes of the year. One of them rejects an effort to make sure Virginia’s voter rolls are accurate. Michael Pope reports.
Democratic priorities rule in legislative compromise budget
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 7, 2024
Thursday’s release of a budget between the two legislative chambers was overshadowed by the news it would not include Governor Glenn Youngkin’s arena project. But the document offers details about the state’s $87 billion annual spending. Brad Kutner has more from Richmond.
Sports arena funding left out of General Assembly’s budget
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 7, 2024
Public financing for a proposed sports arena in Alexandria is not in a budget agreement struck this week by leaders in the House and Senate. Michael Pope reports.
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