Archive for category Virginia’s News
Record donation should make VCU a world leader in diagnosing and treating liver disease
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 15, 2022
Liver disease is a growing problem in this country, and Virginia Commonwealth University is hoping to fight that trend with the largest donation in its history. Sandy Hausman has that story.
Education advocates push lawmakers for higher teacher pay, school infrastructure investments
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 14, 2022
As lawmakers try to balance the budget, advocates for schools are asking for an investment in public education. Michael Pope reports.
Effort to remove ban on same-sex marriage in Virginia Constitution clears Senate
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 14, 2022
Gay marriage has been the law of the land for years thanks to a Supreme Court decision. But the Virginia Constitution still bans same-sex marriage.
Michael Pope reports an effort to change that took a step forward Monday.
The Senate also approved a constitutional amendment to allow the automatic restoration of voting rights for formerly convicted felons. But it also faces an uphill battle in the House of Delegates.
Va. News: Courts helping veterans, keeping cars safe
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 14, 2022
Virginia Beach police are putting some extra effort into helping people keep their parked cars safe. And several city and county courts in Virginia are now providing specialized assistance for veterans facing criminal charges.
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.
House Education Committee fast tracks school mask mandate legislation
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 11, 2022
Governor Youngkin’s executive order on school masking has met court challenges and resistance from school boards. But, as Jahd Khalil reports, legislation could achieve his goal instead.
What to do if your car is stolen and how to prevent that from happening
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 10, 2022
Special agent Peter Lazear etches a car’s VIN onto a window to help prevent theft.
30 years ago, vehicle theft in Virginia was so common that the legislature set up a special program to stop thieves. Sandy Hausman reports on the program’s success so far and where it may be headed.
State Republicans working to pull Virginia out of RGGI
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 10, 2022
Republicans now in control of the House of Delegates want to roll back much of the environmental legislation approved by Democrats when they were in power. But, as Michael Pope reports, they’re going to hit a blue wall in the Senate.
Sexually explicit material notification legislation may be headed for a gubernatorial signature
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 9, 2022
Governor Glenn Youngkin may soon be receiving a bill that would allow him to deliver on a campaign promise to notify parents when their children will be learning about sexually explicit material. Michael Pope has the latest from the Capitol.
School mask mandate legislation likely headed to Youngkin’s desk
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 9, 2022
Governor Glenn Youngkin may soon be considering a bill that would prohibit local school boards from issuing mask mandates. Michael Pope reports.
One charter school bill backed by the governor is most likely dead for this year’s session
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 9, 2022
Governor Glenn Youngkin wants 20 new charter schools in Virginia. Three major bills to get that done have been introduced. Jahd Khalil reports that one bill was sent to the full House of Delegates, but another of the Governor’s bills died Wednesday.
State Senate rejects Andrew Wheeler nomination
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 8, 2022
Governor Glenn Youngkin is dealing with a major setback. The state Senate rejected one of his key cabinet nominees Wednesday. Michael Pope reports.
Governor Youngkin’s promise of cutting the grocery tax could be in trouble
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 8, 2022
One of the governor’s top priorities for cutting taxes may be in trouble. Michael Pope explains why.
Regional charter schools legislation passes House education committee
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 7, 2022
Key pieces of Governor Glenn Youngkin’s Charter School agenda have been voted down by the state Senate, which is controlled by Democrats. Jahd Khalil has this update on where things stand on the House side.
House Republicans eyeing new rules for the use of natural gas
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 7, 2022
Now that Republicans are in control of the House of Delegates, they’re taking a different approach to environmental issues. Michael Pope has this report about potential new rules around natural gas.
State lawmakers working to crack down on unsolicited, explicit photos
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 7, 2022
Lawmakers are considering a bill that would crack down on cyber-flashing, unsolicited pictures that often pop up on smartphones. Michael Pope explains.
State lawmakers mull solutions for complicated absentee voting structure
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 4, 2022
The pandemic has upended much of modern life. And as Michael Pope reports, it’s also created havoc with election returns.
Senate committee kills “divisive concepts” bill, members poised to kill House version, too
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 4, 2022
Lawmakers are divided over what, exactly, is divisive. Michael Pope explains.
Va. News: Norfolk flooding app, Danville U.S. Civil Rights Trail stop
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 4, 2022
The U.S. Civil Rights Trail will now feature a third stop in Virginia with the addition of a site in Danville. And a new app will help drivers in Norfolk avoid flooded streets. 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.
House of Delegates could debate Senate solitary confinement bill in the coming weeks
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 3, 2022
Lawmakers are considering a bill that would create new limitations on how long inmates can be held in solitary confinement in Virginia prisons. Michael Pope reports the bill is facing a tough time in the House.
Bill allowing students to access their transcripts despite unpaid debt clears state Senate
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 2, 2022
Members of the General Assembly are considering a bill that would change how colleges and universities handle transcripts. Michael Pope reports.
The effort to identify and memorialize Virginia Green Book locations
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 2, 2022
Lawmakers are considering a bill that would add historic markers on sites listed in African American travel guides. Michael Pope reports.
Virginia Republicans want to roll back the state’s 45-day early voting period
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 1, 2022
Virginia now has early voting. But lawmakers are divided about how early people should be able to vote. Michael Pope reports.
Senate Democrats could block Wheeler nomination later this week
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 1, 2022
Members of the General Assembly rarely reject a nominee for the governor’s Cabinet. But, as Michael Pope reports, lawmakers may be poised to say no to a controversial pick.
Religion references frame House debate on Republican proposal to stop minimum wage increases
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 1, 2022
The minimum wage in Virginia is now $11 an hour. It’s supposed to go up to $12 next year, unless a Republican bill passes. Jahd Khalil has this report from the Capitol.
State lawmakers are working to regulate predatory small business loans
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on January 31, 2022
Lawmakers are considering a bill that would regulate a currently unregulated set of business loans that some say are predatory. Michael Pope reports.
Republicans on committee send voter ID and voter registration bills to the House of Delegates
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on January 28, 2022
Democrats touted expanding voting access during their time in power in the General Assembly. Jahd Khalil reports the Republicans now in control of the House of Delegates have introduced bills to restrict voting access.
State lawmakers debate exactly what an “inherently divisive concept” is
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on January 28, 2022
Members of the General Assembly are divided on what constitutes being divisive. Michael Pope explains.
Youngkin’s education secretary pick gives insight into the administration’s priorities
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on January 27, 2022
Education was a top issue on the campaign trail last year, especially how schools address the issue of race. Michael Pope reports it’s now at the top of the agenda for the new administration in Richmond.
Youngkin asks General Assembly for $150 Million for charter schools
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on January 27, 2022
Virginia’s new governor wants to do some new things with public schools. One proposal involves the state’s universities. Reporter Jahd Khalil has more.
Democrats in the state Senate are blocking efforts to roll back gun control laws
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on January 26, 2022
Gun rights are on the agenda at the Virginia General Assembly, although efforts to weaken recent laws aimed at preventing gun violence don’t seem to be going anywhere. Michael Pope is at the Capitol with the latest.
There’s an effort in Richmond to boost local journalism, but its price tag may be a sticking point
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on January 26, 2022
Members of the General Assembly are considering a bill that would help an industry that’s increasingly endangered: local newspapers. Michael Pope reports.
Bill boosting pay for public defenders moves forward, but its future is unclear
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on January 25, 2022
Public defender offices are often stretched thin, although that may change soon. Michael Pope reports on a bill that might help level the playing field and increase their salaries.
Youngkin hopes to fulfill campaign promise of cutting taxes for Virginia veterans
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on January 24, 2022
Members of the Virginia General Assembly are already hard at work balancing the books for the budget this year. And as Michael Pope reports, one of the top agenda items for the new Republican governor is fulfilling a campaign promise about veterans.
Some state lawmakers are working to protect all expressions of religious faith in Virginia
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on January 24, 2022
Politics and religion are two subjects that don’t usually mix in polite company. But as Michael Pope reports, both are topics of debate at the General Assembly.
Should constitutional offices have a party identification?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on January 24, 2022
Members of the state Senate are debating a bill that would change how local candidates appear on the ballot. Michael Pope is at the Capitol with the latest.
Va. News: Black poets archive, school lunches shortage
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on January 24, 2022
Virginia will soon be home to a new digital archive dedicated to the work of Black poets. And supply chain issues are causing serious shortages for school lunch programs. 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 number of bills currently under consideration in Richmond could change how utilities operate
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on January 21, 2022
Members of the General Assembly are considering a number of bills that would change how utilities operate. Michael Pope is at the Capitol with the latest.
Measure allowing medically questionable COVID-19 treatments fails in a Senate committee
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on January 20, 2022
Members of the General Assembly are fighting back against medical misinformation. Michael Pope reports.
Housing pressures for refugees continue, advocates head to Capitol
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on January 19, 2022
During the legislative session, representatives of Virginians head to Richmond to make their case for new legislation or funding. Wednesday advocates for refugees headed to the Capitol to represent new Virginians and Americans. Jahd Khalil reports.
Effort to decriminalize psilocybin gaining steam in Richmond
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on January 19, 2022
Last year, the General Assembly legalized small amounts of marijuana. This year, as Michael Pope reports, they are debating decriminalizing psilocybin. Michael Pope reports.
Gov. Youngkin’s mask order on schools gets pushback
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on January 19, 2022
School administrators and politicians are pushing back against Governor Glenn Youngkin’s executive order that would allow parents to opt their children out of school mask requirements, saying masking is the best way to keep schools open and the order doesn’t override a law on the subject. Jahd Khalil reports.
Electric vehicle parking spots bill moving to the House
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on January 19, 2022
The future of the automobile industry may end up being electric cars, which means that the future of parking spots might involve charging stations. Michael Pope reports on a bill under consideration in the General Assembly that would address that issue.
Limiting campaign donations met with resistance in the Virginia Senate
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on January 18, 2022
Members of the state Senate are rejecting limits to campaign contributions. Michael Pope is at the Capitol with the latest.
Bill limiting excessive testing in Virginia schools likely to move forward
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on January 18, 2022
Members of the General Assembly are considering a bill to simplify how students are tested in public schools. Michael Pope reports.
Bill limiting solitary confinement in Virginia clears first hurdle
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on January 14, 2022
Members of the General Assembly are considering a bill that would limit how long Virginia prisons can hold inmates in solitary confinement. Michael Pope has the latest from the Capitol.
Republican efforts to expand charter schools in Virginia likely to stall in the state Senate
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on January 13, 2022
On the campaign trail Republicans talked about expanding charter schools. Now that they’ve been elected to lead the House of Delegates, they feel they have a mandate to make it happen. But as Michael Pope reports, they’ll encounter opposition in the Senate.
The 2022 General Assembly session is now underway
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on January 12, 2022
Speaker of the House. (Credit: Michael Pope)
The General Assembly is now in session with Republicans in control of the Virginia House of Delegates. Michael Pope is at the Capitol with the latest.
What to expect from the 2022 General Assembly session
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on January 11, 2022
The General Assembly gavels into session Wednesday, and a new governor will be inaugurated this weekend. Michael Pope has this preview of what’s about to happen.
One state lawmaker wants to expand Virginia’s education improvement scholarship tax credit
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on January 10, 2022
Lawmakers are about to return to Richmond. And, as Michael Pope reports, they’ll be talking about a variety of ways to fund education.
Republicans may roll back automatic restoration of rights later this month
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on December 31, 2021
One of the casualties of the Republicans taking control of the House of Delegates may end up being the proposed constitutional amendment automatically restoring the right to vote for former felons. Michael Pope reports.
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