Archive for category Virginia’s News
The debate over Virginia’s place in RGGI could end in court
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on September 7, 2022
Virginia is currently part of a cap and trade program to reduce carbon emissions. But the governor and new members of the Air Board are hoping to get Virginia out of the initiative. Michael Pope has more.
Should Virginia consolidate some of its juvenile justice facilities?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on September 6, 2022
The number of young people detained in Virginia’s juvenile justice system has gone down dramatically over the last few years, which is leading to a potential reorganization of the system. Michael Pope reports.
Full Disclosure Briefing: Amtrak reports record ridership
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on September 6, 2022
Amtrak says Virginians are boarding trains in record numbers.
Roben Farzad – host of the Full Disclosure podcast – and Weekend Edition host Craig Wright discuss that and what it could mean for the future of passenger rail in the Commonwealth.
Va. News: Self-defense kits, nuclear facility robotic dogs
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on September 5, 2022
Self-defense kits are being offered to transgender people in Richmond who don’t feel safe on the street. And engineers have reinvented the dog to make nuclear power plants safer.
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.
Report: Virginia is among the nation’s most expensive states for child care
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on September 2, 2022
The cost of child care continues to be a barrier for many people struggling to make ends meet. Michael Pope reports.
You can find the full report here.
Unions are gaining steam in Virginia, a state that has typically been unfriendly to them
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on September 2, 2022
As Americans prepare to celebrate Labor Day, organized labor in Virginia is working hard for better pay and working conditions. Michael Pope reports.
Report: Parts of the state’s labor force face disproportionate wages
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on September 1, 2022
As Labor Day approaches, new research shows how parts of Virginia’s labor force are struggling to make ends meet. Michael Pope reports.
Hanover County school officials approve controversial transgender student policy
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on August 31, 2022
School boards across Virginia are struggling with how to handle transgender students and bathrooms. Michael Pope reports on the latest development.
COVID revives family business bringing oysters to SW Virginia
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on August 31, 2022
The pandemic drove some companies out of business. But for three brothers in Hampton Roads, COVID created the opportunity for a whole new enterprise.
Sandy Hausman reports on First Landing Seafood – a company claiming it brings better water quality to the Lynnhaven River and better oysters to restaurants from Williamsburg and Richmond to Blacksburg and Bristol.
Record-breaking passenger rail use could lead to more service expansion
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on August 30, 2022
Virginia’s railroad system is seeing a record number of passengers, and as Michael Pope reports that could lead to future expansion of service.
Mystery bird prepares to migrate
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on August 30, 2022
It’s migration season for hawks and other raptors, and thousands will be passing through the Rockfish Gap in Virginia – among them a small bird that mystified the experts here. Sandy Hausman reports on why this creature caused confusion and where he’ll be headed next.
Police funding is a hot topic on the campaign trail, including in Virginia’s 7th District
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on August 30, 2022
The relationship between citizens and law enforcement officials has become one of the hottest issues on the campaign trail this year. And, as Michael Pope reports, it’s become a topic of conversation in the 7th Congressional District.
Washingon & Lee stops sale of bottled water
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on August 29, 2022
When he took office, Governor Glenn Youngkin rolled back an executive order restricting the purchase of single-use plastic by state agencies, colleges and universities. But one campus is pressing ahead, and when students arrive this week, they’ll find it impossible to buy bottled water. Sandy Hausman has that story.
Dominion offshore wind project: how much risk should customers assume?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on August 26, 2022
The future of a massive wind project is in doubt, and state regulators are about to weigh how much risk should be assumed by utility customers. Michael Pope reports.
U.S. Energy Secretary applauds Biden’s climate bill
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on August 26, 2022
Senator Tim Kaine and the U.S. Secretary of Energy were in Lexington this week to talk-up the Inflation Reduction Act.
They promised it would be a good deal for consumers and businesses selling solar, wind and other energy sources… that don’t contribute to climate change. Sandy Hausman spoke with them and filed this report.
Pope & Schapiro: Governor Youngkin hits the campaign trail… again
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on August 26, 2022
Governor Glenn Youngkin is again stumping for candidates in this year’s mid-term elections.
Jeff Schapiro, political columnist at the Richmond Times-Dispatch, and Michael Pope discuss the week in politics and state government.
School divisions get uneven support from the state
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on August 25, 2022
As students across Virginia head back to school, Michael Pope reports those schools are not receiving the same amount of financial support from the state.
You can find the Commonwealth Institute analysis here.
Spotted lanternflies are spreading in Virginia. These three things will help save vineyards
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on August 25, 2022
Virginia winemakers are under a new threat. An insect called the Spotted Lanternfly is spreading throughout Virginia. In July, the state Department of Agriculture issued a quarantine for 12 counties and 10 cities.
The insect originated from China, and has wreaked havoc for some vineyards in Pennsylvania. There is a silver lining, however: people can prevent the spread of the insect. Roxy Todd tells us how.
If you see one of these insects, the state Department of Agriculture asks that you kill it immediately, and contact your local extension office.
Environmental groups bemoan regulatory MVP extension
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on August 24, 2022
Environmental groups are raising the alarm after federal regulators granted another extension to a natural gas pipeline. Michael Pope reports.
Virginia Tribes work with state officials on correct history education standards
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on August 24, 2022
A delay in Virginia’s overhaul of state standards for history and social studies learning standards has some concerned, but one minority group is confident changes they’ve made will stick. Pamela D’Angelo reports.
RC Poll: Consumer sentiment is on the rise
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on August 23, 2022
A new survey shows consumer sentiment in Virginia is on the upswing. Michael Pope reports.
You can see the rest of the poll’s findings here.
Full Disclosure Briefing: Inflation vs. Investors
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on August 23, 2022
High inflation and several factors – like the war in Ukraine – make for uncertain economic times.
Roben Farzad – host of the Full Disclosure podcast – and Weekend Edition host Craig Wright discuss what all that means for investors.
Immigrant candidates will likely make immigration a big focus of congressional races
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on August 22, 2022
Immigration is likely to be an issue on the campaign trail this year. And, as Michael Pope reports, the Republican candidates will have their own immigration stories to tell.
State officials have so far denied a request to ban conversion therapy among Virginia adults
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on August 17, 2022
State regulators are not barring medical professionals who want to perform what’s known as conversion therapy from doing so. Michael Pope has details.
New lawsuit challenges sentence credits budget amendment
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on August 16, 2022
Incarcerated people across Virginia are hoping a new lawsuit from the ACLU might help them get out of prison when they expected to instead of unexpectedly serving more time. Michael Pope explains why.
Va. News: Stafford County outdoor event fallout, a Centerville cold case
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on August 15, 2022
Police are hoping the public will provide more than just information to help solve a Centerville cold case from the 90’s. And, Stafford County school division leaders are apologizing for holding an outdoor event in weather that left many people struggling in the heat.
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.
Pope & Schapiro: Virginia governors with presidential aspirations
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on August 12, 2022
Many Republicans are encouraging Glenn Youngkin to run for president, but he’s not the first Virginia governor to consider a campaign for the White House.
Jeff Schapiro of the Richmond Times-Dispatch and Michael Pope take a look at governor’s who have considered hitting the campaign trail for national office.
1 in 10 children in Virginia suffer from anxiety or depression, study finds
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on August 11, 2022
Newly released data shows that about 1 in 10 Virginia children are experiencing mental health problems. As Mallory Noe-Payne reports, those numbers are on par with the national average.
“Cups and Claws” offers a relaxing environment for potential adopters
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on August 10, 2022
The market for coffee shops is highly competitive, but a Virginia couple may have an edge at their new café. It’s called Cups and Claws, and allows customers to hang out with cats. Sandy Hausman has that story.
Va. News: Charlottesville plastic bag tax, Virginia Beach police encrypt communications
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on August 8, 2022
Virginia Beach police will no longer allow the public to listen in on radio communications. And, Charlottesville has joined the effort to reduce plastic bag pollution with a targeted tax.
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.
Electric bike-share program in New River Valley abruptly shuts down
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on August 5, 2022
Several electric bike and scooter sharing programs across Virginia have stopped abruptly after the company, Bolt Mobility, has seemingly stopped operations. Roxy Todd reports that it’s caught local officials in the New River Valley off guard, and without a plan to move forward.
Pope & Schapiro: Kansas abortion vote, Youngkin listening tour and classroom cameras
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on August 5, 2022
What impacts could the Kansas abortion vote have here in Virginia?
Jeff Schapiro of the Richmond Times-Dispatch and Michael Pope discuss that and all of this week’s political happenings.
AG Miyares joining effort to cut down on scam robocalls
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on August 4, 2022
Attorney General Jason Miyares is working with a bipartisan group of AGs from across the country to crack down on robocalls. Michael Pope reports.
After a years-long effort, Virginia will soon do away with a tax on menstrual products
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on August 2, 2022
Sometimes the path between an idea and a law takes years of effort as advocates try and fail multiple times before they achieve success. Michael Pope reports on the six-year effort to remove Virginia’s tax on menstrual products.
Virginia’s Moton Museum added to Brown v. Board of Education National Historic Park
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on August 2, 2022
In 1954, the Supreme Court did away with legal segregation of schools in Brown versus the Board of Education. Today, there’s a national park in Kansas celebrating that case, but there were other places involved in the lawsuit – one here in Virginia – and Congress has now made it part of the park, as Sandy Hausman reports.
Full Disclosure Briefing: JetBlue and Spirit announce plans to merge
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on August 2, 2022
Last week, JetBlue and Spirit announced plans to merge. The new company would become the country’s fifth largest airline – if federal regulators approve.
Roben Farzad, host of the Full Disclosure podcast, and host Craig Wright discuss the potential merger and what it could mean for Virginia travelers.
Environmentalists worry climate legislation may lead to weakened permitting process
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on August 1, 2022
The Mountain Valley Pipeline has encountered a number of setbacks from courts and regulators throughout the permitting process. Michael Pope reports environmentalists are worried Congress may soon take action to weaken that process.
Va. News: South American rodents, historic flour mill closure
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on August 1, 2022
The imminent closing of a historic Virginia flour mill has caused a run on its products. And, the state is gearing up to deal with an invasion of South American rodents.
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 the Virginia Public Access Project.
One Virginia congressman wants to put cameras into classrooms
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on July 29, 2022
Cameras are used to monitor security in many schools. But what about cameras to monitor what’s being taught? As Michael Pope reports, that’s become a topic of discussion in a congressional race.
Could Virginia play a role in the national semiconductor push?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on July 28, 2022
Virginia already has one manufacturing facility for semiconductors. It’s in Prince William County in northern Virginia.
But, as Michael Pope reports, new federal money to encourage fabrication plants could be coming to Virginia.
Virginia Aquarium expecting endangered crocodile eggs to hatch this summer
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on July 28, 2022
Staff at the Virginia Aquarium are keeping a watchful eye on over a dozen white eggs expected to hatch this summer.
It will be cause for celebration since they were laid by an animal that’s threatened worldwide, but the rest of us might feel a little nervous as 14 baby tomistomas arrive. Sandy Hausman has that story.
Blue Ridge Poison Center: Delta-8 THC edibles driving jump in calls
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on July 28, 2022
The Blue Ridge Poison Center at UVA Health is fielding a significant influx of calls over adverse reactions to a substance derived from hemp and marijuana plants. Nick Gilmore reports.
You can reach the Blue Ridge Poison Center at 1-800-222-1222.
Buchanan County flooding reignites debate over Virginia’s RGGI membership
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on July 27, 2022
Recent flooding in Southwest Virginia is reopening debate about Virginia’s participation in the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative. Michael Pope reports.
New tourism grants seek to keep Virginians in state for their vacations
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on July 26, 2022
Communities across Virginia are about to launch new tourism initiatives. As Michael Pope reports, they’ll be encouraging people to drive to destinations in Virginia rather than flying out of state for vacations.
State economy shows signs of growth, but many Virginians are still outside the labor force
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on July 25, 2022
The economy may be on the threshold of recession, depending on what metric you want to use to define recession. But, as Michael Pope tells us, Virginia’s economy is showing strong signs of growth.
Book explores memories of Appalachians forced to leave their land to build National Parks, dams and roads
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on July 25, 2022
Imagine being told the government needed your land and you had a few weeks or months to move. This happened to thousands of people, to make room for national parks, and hydroelectric dams. Roxy Todd spoke with the editor of a new book, called “Lost in Transition,” about those who were forced to leave home.
Va. News: Southwest Virginia childcare, estate auction
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on July 25, 2022
A new program in southwest Virginia will test ways to make childcare more available for working families. And, you’ll soon have a chance to bid at auction on an estate once owned by George Washington’s cousin, but it won’t come cheap. 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.
New study shows Virginia teachers face worst “pay penalty” in the nation
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on July 21, 2022
Schools across Virginia are struggling to find teachers for classrooms this fall. And, as Michael Pope reports, part of the problem is teacher pay.
You can read the entire analysis here.
New updates for Virginia’s approach to the coast go into effect
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on July 21, 2022
Virginia’s approach to climate change and coastal flooding continued to be updated this year. Jahd Khalil briefs us on the General Assembly’s latest updates to coastal management that went into effect this summer.
Virginia’s House delegation splits on Respect for Marriage Act vote
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on July 20, 2022
The House of Representatives voted in favor of a bill that would safeguard gay marriage and interracial marriage. But, as Michael Pope reports, it was a party-line vote among Virginia’s delegation.
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