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Several senior members of the Virginia Senate face primary challengers
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on June 19, 2023
Voters across much of Virginia are headed to the polls this week. As Michael Pope reports, several incumbents in the Senate are facing stiff primary challenges.
Voters are going to the polls this week for legislative and some local primaries. And the way those primaries are structured worry some party officials.
Roanoke and COVID relief: a community grocery store
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on June 19, 2023
It’s been more than three years now since COVID-19 ground everything to a halt. Part of the government response to the pandemic were several massive spending measures – including the Coronavirus Air, Relief and Economic Security – or CARES – Act. There was also the American Rescue Plan, also known as ARPA.
Much of that money flowed straight to state and local governments – in many cases to do with what they thought best. Local governments and planners have called it the new deal of our generation.
All this week we’ll be taking a look at what Virginia has done with the funds – starting in Roanoke, as Mallory Noe-Payne reports.
Pope & Schapiro: The history of incumbents losing to primary challengers
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on June 16, 2023
Virginia’s primary elections are next week.
Michael Pope and Jeff Schapiro – political columnist at the Richmond Times-Dispatch – discuss some historical examples of incumbents who have been unseated in primaries.
Study aims to learn what could help babies exposed to opioids
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on June 15, 2023
Researchers are hoping to learn more about what could help children exposed to opioids and other substances before they were born. As Roxy Todd reports, families across southwest Virginia will be included in a study that will follow children over several decades.
AI technology could help reduce car crashes
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on June 14, 2023
Last year, 171 pedestrians in Virginia were killed in traffic crashes, according to the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles. Researchers at Virginia Tech’s Transportation Institute are trying to figure out if Artificial Intelligence might be able to prevent similar deaths. Roxy Todd reports.
Environmentalists may challenge Congress on clearance for the Mountain Valley Pipeline
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on June 14, 2023
When Congress raised the debt ceiling, it also approved a provision that cleared the way for construction of the Mountain Valley Pipeline. The measure told federal agencies like the National Forest Service to approve construction permits within 21 days and blocked federal courts from getting in the way.
Builders of the MVP immediately asked judges to throw out pending lawsuits that could have stopped the project – and environmentalists have until Thursday to object. Sandy Hausman reports on why they might prevail.
Long-term stats show a different crime narrative
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on June 12, 2023
Fears of rising crime might be widespread. But as Michael Pope tells us, long-term crime statistics tell a different story.
UVA team tracks teacher retention post pandemic
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on June 9, 2023
Virginia teachers returned to their classrooms in record numbers after the pandemic shutdown of 2020, but one year later they set a different record – leaving in droves. Sandy Hausman reports on research showing why so many left the classroom.
Pope & Schapiro: A busy week in environmental news and another shooting in Richmond
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on June 9, 2023
It’s been a busy week for environmental-related news in Virginia – with the state’s Air Pollution Control Board voting to remove the Commonwealth from a regional greenhouse gas program.
Michael Pope and Jeff Schapiro, political columnist at the Richmond Times-Dispatch, recap the week in politics and state government.
State lawmakers still at odds over Youngkin’s proposed tax cuts
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on June 8, 2023
Washington’s standoff over the debt ceiling may have ended. But as Michael Pope tells us, the debate over budget amendments in Virginia is still ongoing.
A look at early voting numbers in primary elections later this month
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on June 7, 2023
Voting is well underway across Virginia for primary elections later this month. Michael Pope has this look at the numbers so far.
You can see the analysis from the Virginia Public Access Project here.
‘I can’t count anymore’ A conversation about gun violence following Richmond mass shooting
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on June 7, 2023
A shooting outside a high school graduation in Richmond has left a father and son dead, and five others injured. It’s a mass shooting, and police believe the shooter was targeting one person he knew. Mallory Noe-Payne spoke with community members about gun violence in the city and has this report.
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What’s next for opponents of the Mountain Valley Pipeline?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on June 6, 2023
Now that the Mountain Valley Pipeline has been given the green light as part of the debt ceiling deal, opponents are considering next steps. Michael Pope reports.
Air Pollution Control Board to vote on withdrawing from RGGI
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on June 6, 2023
Virginia’s governor hopes to fulfill a campaign promise. Glenn Youngkin claimed joining with ten other states in the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative was costing consumers’ money, and we should get out.
On Wednesday, the state’s Air Pollution Control Board will vote on that, as Sandy Hausman reports.
Full Disclosure Briefing: Virginia says you’re hired, no degree required
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on June 6, 2023
Last week, Glenn Youngkin announced that beginning July 1st, state agencies will no longer require degrees, or give preference to those who have them, from job candidates for 90% of state jobs.
Roben Farzad, host of public radio’s Full Disclosure, and Craig Wright talk about the implications for potential employees – as well as colleges that are already experiencing dwindling enrollments.
It’s looking unlikely that state lawmakers will pass budget amendments before July 1st
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on June 5, 2023
Virginia’s next fiscal year is fast approaching. And as Michael Pope tells us, it could start with some uncertainty.
How an end to “prison gerrymandering” will impact Virginia elections
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on June 2, 2023
As voters head to the polls in the June 20th primary, they’ll be casting ballots in new districts with new boundaries. As Michael Pope reports, those new districts will include people incarcerated somewhere else.
A former governor and their controversial union-busting tactic
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on June 1, 2023
Governor Glenn Youngkin is sending National Guard troops to the southern border in Texas next month, a move that critics say is politically motivated. Michael Pope tells us about a previous governor who used his powers as the commander-in-chief in a way that still invites controversy.
New data: productivity in Virginia is down, but hours worked is up
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on May 31, 2023
New numbers from the Bureau of Labor Statistics show a puzzling trend in Virginia’s economy. Michael Pope reports.
With a deadline looming, state lawmakers still don’t have an agreement on the budget
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on May 30, 2023
Members of Congress may be closer to resolving the conflict over the debt ceiling. But, as Michael Pope tells us, members of the Virginia General Assembly are still at a standstill with their budget amendments.
The fans and critics of Virginia data centers
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on May 25, 2023
Northern Virginia is the global hub of data centers. But Michael Pope tells us that notoriety is causing friction in some communities.
Some prosecutor primaries will be decided next month
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on May 24, 2023
Voters will go to the polls next month to choose candidates in dozens of races across Virginia. Michael Pope reports some of those races will be for prosecutors.
Parole reform wins rare bipartisan support in Virginia
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on May 24, 2023
With so much going on during the annual meeting of Virginia’s General Assembly, it’s easy to miss some important and sometimes surprising legislation.
Sandy Hausman reports the state is now moving forward with a rare bipartisan effort to reform Virginia’s system of parole.
Partisan endorsements in nonpartisan races
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on May 23, 2023
Members of school boards are elected in nonpartisan elections in Virginia. But, as Michael Pope reports, that doesn’t mean the elections lack partisanship.
New report: Virginia needs to end “civil commitment”
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on May 22, 2023
A new report calls attention to Virginia’s practice of incarcerating people even after their sentence has been completed. Michael Pope explains.
What is the “value” of an endorsement?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on May 19, 2023
As the June 20th primary approaches, candidates are receiving a series of endorsements. Michael Pope takes a look at what they mean.
Study looks at how dogs can help fight the spread of spotted lanternflies
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on May 19, 2023
The invasive spotted lanternfly continues to spread throughout Virginia, threatening vineyards. Researchers are training dogs to help sniff them out, as Roxy Todd reports.
Pope & Schapiro: Virginia fears of a national default
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on May 19, 2023
Count Virginia lawmakers among those worried about a potential default on the nation’s debt.
Michael Pope and Jeff Schapiro – political columnist at the Richmond Times-Dispatch – discuss the state budget and the week that was in Virginia politics.
Republicans and Democrats are confused by one Youngkin veto
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on May 18, 2023
Governor Glenn Youngkin is taking final action this week on a number of bills from the General Assembly. Michael Pope reports on one about power lines.
North Carolina’s abortion ban will have impacts in Virginia
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on May 17, 2023
North Carolina’s new abortion ban is changing the dynamic here in Virginia. Michael Pope reports.
Adult websites must verify the age of users in Virginia now
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on May 16, 2023
The governor is taking final actions this week on bills lawmakers sent him during the General Assembly session. Michael Pope has this story about one involving online pornography.
Virginia is leaving an election data partnership it helped found
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on May 15, 2023
Virginia is leaving a group of states that share information about voter lists. Michael Pope reports.
Researchers find key to quicker test for Lyme disease by studying patients with lingering symptoms
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on May 15, 2023
Some people who get Lyme disease have symptoms long after they’ve received treatment. Scientists are trying to find out why. As Roxy Todd reports, their research could also lead doctors to be able to test for Lyme disease more quickly.
Virginia Republicans and their preference for conventions
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on May 12, 2023
Voters across Virginia will go to the polls on June 20th for General Assembly and local primaries. But, as Michael Pope reports, only a handful of those contests will be Republican primaries.
Pope & Schapiro: Republicans pick several candidates in conventions
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on May 12, 2023
Primaries in General Assembly races are quickly approaching. But, some Republicans have already been picked to run this fall through conventions.
Michael Pope and Jeff Schapiro – political columnist at the Richmond Times-Dispatch – talk about that and the week that was in politics and state government.
The debate over the word “equity” in Virginia politics continues
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on May 9, 2023
Equity has become the latest flashpoint in Virginia politics. Michael Pope reports.
Green Bank captures image of supermassive black hole
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on May 9, 2023
The Green Bank observatory in West Virginia recently helped capture a new image of a supermassive black hole. As Roxy Todd explains, this image reveals new information about a mystery surrounding black holes.
Republicans picked several candidates in conventions this past weekend
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on May 8, 2023
Over the weekend, Republicans selected some candidates who will be on the ballot this November. Michael Pope reports.
Millions of dollars are on the table for Virginia to raise awareness of its red flag law
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on May 5, 2023
Virginia has a red flag law that is supposed to help people alert authorities when someone may be a threat to themselves or others. Michael Pope reports that federal money is available to help spread awareness about the program in Virginia.
Support for building solar farms on top of landfills is growing in Virginia
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on May 5, 2023
One of the problems for the growth of solar energy in Virginia has been finding a place to put all the solar panels. Michael Pope has this report on a potential solution to the problem.
Historic Virginia ferry to cross the James again
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on May 4, 2023
One of Virginia’s beloved historic attractions will reopen this weekend after a two-year hiatus. Sandy Hausman paid a visit to the nation’s last poled ferry and filed this report.
Education advocates: public funds should be for public schools
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on May 3, 2023
The ongoing debate over the budget has yet to be resolved. And as Michael Pope reports the latest disagreement is about public funds for private schools.
Several challengers are outraising incumbents in General Assembly races
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on May 2, 2023
Campaign finance numbers are revealing the state of some contested races heading into the June 20 primary. Michael Pope reports.
VMI faculty and students invent weapon to battle ticks
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on May 2, 2023
Spring is high season for ticks, and Virginia has 17 different kinds. Because they can carry Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever and other dangerous conditions, the engineering department at the Virginia Military Institute has declared war on the bugs – using a robot to do battle. Sandy Hausman has that story.
Governor Youngkin, his administration and the word “equity”
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on May 1, 2023
Since he was elected, Governor Glenn Youngkin has tried to remove the term equity from the classroom and the code. Michael Pope reports on the latest developments.
Thousands of Virginians could lose health insurance as pandemic rules come to an end
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 27, 2023
Hundreds of thousands of people in Virginia may be in danger of losing their health insurance. Michael Pope reports.
Labor force participation is back up in Virginia, but uneven across the state
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 26, 2023
Virginia’s labor force participation rate is now back up to pre-pandemic levels. Michael Pope reports.
Home prices are outpacing wages in northern Virginia
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 25, 2023
Northern Virginia is often seen as the economic powerhouse of the state. But as Michael Pope reports, the housing crunch is causing a problem.
FD Briefing: The political contributions of the super wealthy
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 25, 2023
Governor Glenn Youngkin has been raking in donations at a record clip in Virginia – and that was before his political action committee took in a million-dollar check last week.
Craig Wright and Roben Farzad – host of public radio’s Full Disclosure – talk about political contributions from the world’s wealthiest people.
Could more bus rapid transit systems pop up in Virginia?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 24, 2023
Local governments across Virginia are considering a variety of proposals to enhance bus service. Michael Pope reports.
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