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Fundraising disclosures show an edge for Democrats in the state Senate
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 21, 2023
The latest round of campaign finance disclosures show the 2023 election is attracting record amounts of campaign cash. Michael Pope tells us Democrats have an edge in fundraising for the Senate.
What campaign finance records show about this year’s General Assembly races
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 20, 2023
The latest round of campaign finance disclosures are breaking records and revealing the shape of the 2023 election. Michael Pope reports.
Tiki torch marchers face charges in Charlottesville
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 19, 2023
It’s been nearly six years since white supremacists shocked the world by marching on the University of Virginia campus, carrying torches and chanting racist and anti-Semitic slogans. Now some of those extremists are facing criminal charges, as Sandy Hausman reports.
Do LED lights on roadways affect our sleep?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 19, 2023
There have been several studies over the past decade that show blue lights, like the type in our phones and TVs, can negatively impact our sleep patterns. But what about lighting along our roads? A recent study from Virginia Tech’s Transportation Institute looked at whether LED road lighting affects how well we fall asleep. Roxy Todd explains.
The effort to include Virginia’s labor history into education standards
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 19, 2023
This week, members of the Virginia Board of Education are expected to take up controversial new history standards. And Michael Pope reports union leaders are hoping that labor history will be part of the curriculum.
Who should own offshore wind turbines in Virginia?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 18, 2023
Virginia is about to get a massive new offshore wind farm with 170 turbines. As Michael Pope reports, opinions are divided about how to go about making that happen.
12 Virginia Delegates are hoping to move to the state Senate
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 17, 2023
20 members of the House of Delegates are retiring and saying goodbye to the General Assembly. And as Michael Pope tells us, another 12 delegates are hoping to move over to the Senate.
Right now, there’s no rush on the state budget
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 13, 2023
Lawmakers now have finished their one-day reconvene session and taken action on all the governor’s amendments and vetoes. But Michael Pope reports the budget remains a work in progress.
The General Assembly backs controversial THC amendment
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 12, 2023
Members of the General Assembly are considering amendments from the governor. And as Michael Pope reports, they are giving a stamp of approval to some controversial changes to a bill about marijuana.
Spreading pest could threaten wild ramps
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 12, 2023
Gardeners who grow onions and leeks, be on the lookout for a growing threat—a pesky little fly that’s spreading through Virginia. Roxy Todd explains.
The debate over Youngkin’s voting rights decision should only heat up this week
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 11, 2023
As members of the General Assembly return to the Capitol for the reconvene session this week, the restoration of voting rights is expected to be a major topic of conversation. Michael Pope reports.
Democratic Senator Lionell Spruill of Chesapeake says he’ll be meet with the governor Wednesday morning to talk about the process.
Here’s what to expect from this week’s veto session
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 10, 2023
Lawmakers are returning to Richmond Wednesday for a spring session of the General Assembly. Michael Pope has this preview.
UVA team makes key discovery about deadly dengue fever
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 10, 2023
A team of scientists at the University of Virginia has made a discovery that could – eventually – save millions of lives. Sandy Hausman reports on what they’ve learned about a virus that threatens half the world’s population.
A Lynchburg company is developing nuclear rocket fuel for NASA
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 10, 2023
There’s a manufacturing company on the cusp of big things in central Virginia. As Mallory Noe-Payne reports, they’re developing nuclear rocket fuel for NASA.
Va. News: Sea level rise, free tuition at Ferrum College
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 10, 2023
New research shows Norfolk remains at the top of the list of East Coast cities facing the fastest rate of sea level rise. And Ferrum College in Franklin County will begin offering free tuition to qualifying students this fall.
Those have been among the most read stories over the past week at the Virginia Public Access Project’s Va. News link. More now from Fred Echols and Edie Gross.
A look at Youngkin amendments that deal with internet safety
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 7, 2023
Lawmakers will be returning to Richmond next week to consider amendments from the governor. Michael Pope tells us about one of the amendments on internet safety.
Some rural hospitals across Virginia at risk of closing, according to study
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 7, 2023
Healthcare costs are high – not only for patients, but many rural hospitals are also facing financial strains. Nearly three in 10 rural hospitals in Virginia are at risk of closing, according to a recent report. Roxy Todd explains.
New poll: Youngkin is out of step with Virginia voters on cultural issues
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 6, 2023
A new poll from the Schar School of Policy and Government at George Mason University shows Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin to be out of step with Virginia voters. Michael Pope reports.
In a rare move, Youngkin vetoes bill creating a work group to study loud mufflers
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 5, 2023
Governor Glenn Youngkin is breaking out his veto pen and taking aim at a bill introduced to crack down on loud cars. Michael Pope reports.
Bill expanding Massive Resistance fund to become law later this year
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 4, 2023
Governor Glenn Youngkin is signing a bill that offers reparations for victims of a racist policy that shut down Virginia’s public schools. Michael Pope reports.
Full Disclosure Briefing: Is a Washington Commanders sale imminent?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 4, 2023
It appears a sale of the Washington Commanders could be imminent.
Roben Farzad, host of public radio’s Full Disclosure, and Craig Wright discuss that and where the franchise’s value ranks among other professional sports teams.
General Assembly candidates must decide this week if they’re running this year
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 3, 2023
This week will see some major news for the 2023 election in Virginia. Michael Pope has this preview.
Va. News: Spotsylvania County school libraries, gun safe legislation
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 3, 2023
A Virginia school superintendent’s mention of eliminating libraries to save money is getting some negative reviews, but a gun safety law passed by the General Assembly this year seems to be popular across the board.
Those have been among the most read stories over the past week at the Virginia Public Access Project’s Va. News link. More now from Fred Echols and Edie Gross with VPAP.
Utility regulation will be on the agenda for state lawmakers next month
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 31, 2023
Members of the General Assembly will be returning to the Capitol April 12th to consider amendments from the governor. Michael Pope reports that some of the amendments might influence your power bill.
Pope & Schapiro: Youngkin vetoes and another special election
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 31, 2023
Governor Glenn Youngkin has issued nearly 80 amendments to legislation and vetoed three bills.
Jeff Schapiro, political columnist at the Richmond Times-Dispatch, and Michael Pope discuss that and the week that was in politics and state government.
Excited fans gear up for Hokies’ Final Four game
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 30, 2023
Virginia Tech’s women’s basketball team will play Friday in the national semifinals. This is the first time the team has made it to the final four, and fans are gearing up ahead of the game, as Roxy Todd reports.
Youngkin breaks with recent tradition on rights restoration policy
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 30, 2023
Governor Glenn Youngkin is taking a different approach than previous governors when it comes to restoring the right to vote to people previously convicted of felonies. Michael Pope reports.
Newly-signed bill puts restrictions on tow companies
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 29, 2023
Virginia’s governor is signing legislation to crack down on tow truck drivers. Michael Pope reports.
Governor Youngkin amends THC legislation
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 28, 2023
Governor Glenn Youngkin is rolling out his amendments to legislation this week. And as Michael Pope reports, one set of amendments is aimed at products with THC currently available on store shelves.
The governor wants to move forward with nuclear innovation; critics say more info is needed
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 27, 2023
Is nuclear energy a part of Virginia’s future? Michael Pope reports.
Virginia’s new Superintendent of Public Instruction will face several challenges
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 24, 2023
Governor Glenn Youngkin has a new superintendent in charge of a school system facing budget challenges and rising demand for services. Michael Pope reports.
The all-important top ballot position
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 16, 2023
Candidates across Virginia are preparing to snag a spot at the top of the ballot next week. Michael Pope explains.
More and more Virginia school divisions are starting to unionize
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 15, 2023
The Fairfax County School Board recently approved a resolution allowing for collective bargaining among public school employees, and the Falls Church School Board is expected to follow suit sometime soon. As Michael Pope reports, school divisions across Virginia are starting to unionize.
Redistricting might prevent some state lawmakers from participating in budget special session
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 14, 2023
Members of the General Assembly finished their legislative session without passing a budget, and they are expected to return to the Capitol soon to finish the job. But, as Michael Pope reports, all members of the legislature might not be able to participate.
Highlighting overlooked stories across Appalachian Virginia
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 14, 2023
Across the Commonwealth, and the country, there have been many debates around monuments, and the stories they tell. A new project is underway to highlight stories in southwest Virginia that have often been overlooked. Roxy Todd reports.
Va. News: Same-day registration voting numbers, Charlottesville archeological dig
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 13, 2023
Same-day registration and voting – used in Virginia for the first time last November – proved to be especially popular among college students. And, an archeological dig in downtown Charlottesville is producing artifacts by the hundreds.
Those have been among the most read stories over the past week at the Virginia Public Access Project’s Va. News link. More now from Fred Echols and Edie Gross with VPAP.
Very few veterinarians are Black. These students are trying to change that
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 13, 2023
Nationally, only about three percent of all veterinarians are Black, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Students at the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine in Blacksburg are working to change those statistics, as Roxy Todd reports.
Earned wage access: is it a loan or not?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 9, 2023
Are payday loans about to make a comeback in Virginia? Michael Pope has more on the possibility.
New report: More of Virginia at risk of destructive winds from tropical systems
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 8, 2023
The destructive force of wind from tropical weather systems poses an increasing risk to Virginia, according to a new report. Michael Pope has details.
You can see the shifting risk where you live here by typing in your street address.
State lawmakers are still divided over SCC vacancies
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 3, 2023
Virginia’s governor is now considering a number of bills aimed at the relationship between regulators and utilities. But, as Michael Pope reports, that’s happening during a time when some key positions remain vacant.
Pope & Schapiro: Big developments despite the 2023 session wrapping up
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 3, 2023
The 2023 General Assembly session is over, but that doesn’t mean this week wasn’t light on state government developments.
Michael Pope and Jeff Schapiro – political columnist with the Richmond Times-Dispatch – discuss the week that was.
Governor Glenn Youngkin garners highest favorability rating in new Roanoke College poll
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 2, 2023
Virginia’s governor is enjoying some of his best poll numbers ever. Michael Pope has this report on a new survey from Roanoke College.
Budget negotiators have some time to address education funding shortfall
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 1, 2023
As leaders on the money committees of the General Assembly meet in private to nail down budget numbers, they will need to make a determination about how much money needs to go to schools to fix a math error from the Department of Education. Michael Pope reports.
Education advocates: state leaders still have work to do in addressing funding shortfall
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 28, 2023
Lawmakers are still haggling over the details of the budget. And advocates say they also still need to fix a $200 million mistake. Michael Pope explains.
A possible breakthrough in the treatment of MS
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 27, 2023
About a million people in this country suffer from a degenerative disease called multiple sclerosis. Treatments carry some potentially serious side effects, and there is no cure.
But scientists at the University of Virginia report a breakthrough that could someday mean recovery for people who have MS and other autoimmune disorders. From Charlottesville, Sandy Hausman reports.
Congressman Scott is hopeful his union legislation can move forward
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 27, 2023
Virginia Congressman Bobby Scott is about to launch a new effort to protect the right to organize. And, as Michael Pope reports, it has Republican support.
Va. News: Lacks commemoration, Loudon County honors Union hero
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 27, 2023
A Black woman from Roanoke who died 70 years ago will be officially commemorated for her importance to medical research. And Loudon County is honoring the first Black man to fire a shot for the Union in the Civil War. Those have been among the most read stories over the past week at the Virginia Public Access Project’s Va. News link.
More now from Fred Echols and Edie Gross.
What did state lawmakers accomplish during the 2023 session?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 27, 2023
Lawmakers ended their session without approving a budget. But as Michael Pope reports, they were able to claim some other accomplishments.
UVA explores link between sleep and the aging brain
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 24, 2023
It’s not unusual for older adults to experience problems related to sleep, and one in ten people over the age of 45 report memory problems getting worse.
At the University of Virginia’s School of Nursing, experts hope to learn how sleep and mental decline are related, and they’re looking for volunteers to take part in a study from the comfort of their own homes.
Sandy Hausman has that story.
House Democrats try unsuccessfully to change rules to force abortion rights vote
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 23, 2023
Democrats are trying to use a change to the rules of the House as a way to spotlight abortion protections. Michael Pope reports.
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