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Bicycle Boom: Will Cities Keep Some Pandemic Changes?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on May 28, 2021
The pandemic has rearranged many parts of modern life. And a researcher at Virginia Tech says it also may end up reimagining roads. Michael Pope reports.
Gun Violence Victims Often Have to Jump Through Many Hoops to Get Compensation
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on May 28, 2021
The problem of gun violence is leaving a huge death toll. But what about survivors of gun violence? Michael Pope reports they often face barriers to getting compensation funds coming to them.
Democratic Primary: How Many Virginians Have Taken Advantage of Early Voting?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on May 25, 2021
The Democratic primary is two weeks away, although voters can vote early right now if they want. Michael Pope reports not many voters have taken advantage of that yet.
ARP Funding: How Should Virginia School Divisions Use It?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on May 24, 2021
School divisions across Virginia are about to come into a large sum of money thanks to the American Rescue Plan. Michael Pope reports on the debate about what to do with all that money.
Federal Aid and Unexpected Revenues Could Fund ‘Historic Investments’
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on May 18, 2021
Lawmakers are eyeing major investments in infrastructure and programming, as the federal government appropriated billions in relief money and state revenues came in higher than expected. Jahd Khalil reports.
Predatory Lending Takes Center Stage in Dem. AG Primary
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on May 17, 2021
Candidates in the Democratic primary for attorney general are clashing over predatory lending. Michael Pope reports.
How much is your community getting from ARPA?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on May 12, 2021
The Treasury Department released much-awaited figures regarding aid from the American Rescue Plan Act Monday evening. In total Virginia’s set to receive $7.2 billion. $4.3 billion will go to the state, and $2.9 billion directly to localities. Jahd Khalil has details.
How much will your community receive in ARPA funds?
Accomack County: $6,277,004
Albemarle County: $21,236,071
Alexandria: $59,633,833
Alleghany County: $2,886,381
Amelia County: $2,553,262
Amherst County: $6,138,901
Appomattox County: $3,090,525
Arlington County: $46,003,782
Augusta County: $14,676,256
Bath County: $805,506
Bedford County: $15,344,241
Blacksburg: $13,364,987
Bland County: $1,219,816
Botetourt County: $6,491,249
Bristol: $10,027,374
Brunswick County: $3,152,681
Buchanan County: $4,079,781
Buckingham County: $3,330,798
Buena Vista: $1,258,276
Campbell County: $10,660,768
Caroline County: $5,967,971
Carroll County: $5,786,553
Charles City County: $1,352,481
Charlotte County: $2,307,551
Charlottesville: $19,609,709
Chesapeake: $76,025,897
Chesterfield County: $68,527,653
Christiansburg: $3,115,411
Clarke County: $2,839,569
Colonial Heights: $6,010,090
Covington: $1,075,692
Craig County: $996,637
Culpeper County: $10,217,905
Cumberland County: $1,929,175
Danville: $29,142,851
Dickenson County: $2,781,104
Dinwiddie County: $5,544,337
Emporia: $1,038,398
Essex County: $2,127,492
Fairfax County: $222,894,638
Fairfax City: $4,665,409
Falls Church: $2,839,181
Fauquier County: $13,834,039
Floyd County: $3,059,059
Fluvanna County: $5,296,878
Franklin County: $10,885,502
Franklin City: $1,547,496
Frederick County: $17,348,003
Fredericksburg: $10,782,747
Galax: $1,232,830
Giles County: $3,247,664
Gloucester County: $7,254,411
Goochland County: $4,613,742
Grayson County: $3,020,405
Greene County: $3,849,608
Greensville County: $2,201,885
Halifax County: $6,586,814
Hampton: $48,660,418
Hanover County: $20,932,282
Harrisonburg: $23,834,094
Henrico County: $64,257,518
Henry County: $9,820,105
Highland County: $425,382
Hopewell: $9,998,813
Isle of Wight County: $7,207,988
James City County: $14,863,696
King George County: $5,212,578
King William County: $3,330,798
King and Queen County: $1,364,524
Lancaster County: $2,059,508
Lee County: $4,549,643
Leesburg: $5,927,673
Lexington: $1,446,298
Loudoun County: $80,324,909
Louisa County: $7,301,611
Lunenburg County: $2,368,930
Lynchburg: $33,328,529
Madison County: $2,575,794
Manassas Park: $3,394,897
Manassas: $7,980,280
Martinsville: $2,438,467
Mathews County: $1,715,901
Mecklenburg County: $5,941,166
Middlesex County: $2,055,429
Montgomery County: $19,139,269
Nelson County: $2,899,977
New Kent County: $4,485,156
Newport News: $66,794,246
Norfolk: $154,141,050
Northampton County: $2,274,530
Northumberland County: $2,349,312
Norton: $773,263
Nottoway County: $2,958,637
Orange County: $7,196,722
Page County: $4,642,683
Patrick County: $3,420,148
Petersburg: $20,961,839
Pittsylvania County: $11,723,057
Poquoson: $2,383,498
Portsmouth: $56,842,564
Powhatan County: $5,759,553
Prince Edward County: $4,429,021
Prince George County: $7,449,621
Prince William County: $91,357,060
Pulaski County: $6,609,346
Radford: $8,228,392
Rappahannock County: $1,431,536
Richmond County: $1,752,612
Richmond City: $154,879,828
Roanoke County: $18,294,526
Roanoke City: $64,576,671
Rockbridge County: $4,384,541
Rockingham County: $15,917,438
Russell County: $5,164,019
Salem: $4,914,423
Scott County: $4,188,943
Shenandoah County: $8,471,897
Smyth County: $5,847,349
Southampton County: $3,424,615
Spotsylvania County: $26,458,167
Stafford County: $29,695,536
Staunton: $12,955,826
Suffolk: $30,065,296
Surry County: $1,247,398
Sussex County: $2,167,505
Tazewell County: $7,885,103
Virginia Beach: $136,429,703
Warren County: $7,801,386
Washington County: $10,438,365
Waynesboro: $9,046,603
Westmoreland County: $3,499,203
Williamsburg: $2,904,639
Winchester: $12,337,682
Wise County: $7,261,210
Wythe County: $5,571,531
York County: $13,262,590
Beyer Legislation Seeks to Educate About New Number for Suicide Prevention Hotline
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on May 11, 2021
For years, suicide prevention advocates have been pressing for a three digit telephone number that could serve as a hotline to save lives. Now, one Virginia congressman has a bill to help make it a reality. Michael Pope reports.
VDH Spends $1.7 Million on Ads in March and April
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on May 11, 2021
The Virginia Department of Health spent $1.7 million in March and April on ads promoting vaccinations and public health measures, according to April 21st data from the department. Jahd Khalil reports.
A Final Preview of Saturday’s Republican Convention
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on May 7, 2021
This weekend, Republicans will be holding a multi-location convention to select their statewide nominees. Michael Pope has this preview.
Northam: Virginia on Track to See COVID-19 Restrictions Lifted on June 15th
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on May 6, 2021
Some changes related to pandemic restrictions in Virginia are on the horizon. Nick Gilmore reports.
Democratic AG Candidates Focus on New Units
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on May 4, 2021
The Democratic primary for attorney general is entering its final phase, and the candidates are trying to draw distinctions between each other over how they will run the office. Michael Pope reports.
Collective Bargaining: Will Other Localities Follow Alexandria Model?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on May 4, 2021
Last year, the General Assembly passed a new law that allows employees of local governments to engage in collective bargaining. Michael Pope reports on the first local government that has entered into a new agreement with labor.
A Look at the Voting Changes That Will Be in Place This Year
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 23, 2021
Voters will be heading to the polls on June 8th in primary elections across Virginia. And, the voting has already started. Michael Pope reports.
CNU Poll: McAuliffe Holds Commanding Lead in Democratic Primary
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 22, 2021
With six weeks before the Democratic primary, a new poll shows the race for the party’s gubernatorial nomination is a lopsided one. Michael Pope has details.
Republicans to Use Ranked Choice Voting for May 8th Primary
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 21, 2021
Republicans are preparing to select their statewide candidates in a May 8th convention. And, as Michael Pope reports, they’ll be using a new method of selecting winners.
Reopening Schools and Curriculum Become Hot Topics Among Republican Candidates
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 20, 2021
On the campaign trail, education is a hot topic. And, the debate doesn’t just revolve around reopening schools. It’s also about what’s being taught. Michael Pope explains.
Northam Endorses McAuliffe in Democratic Gubernatorial Primary
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 8, 2021
One of the biggest endorsements in Virginia politics came out Thursday. Governor Ralph Northam threw his support behind former Governor Terry McAuliffe who wants his old job back. Jahd Khalil reports on what it could mean.
Now That Virginia Has Legalized Marijuana, What Happens Next?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 8, 2021
Now that lawmakers have taken action to legalize marijuana, they still need to make decisions about how the new industry will be regulated. Michael Pope reports.
Parole Board Controversy Will Get Independent Investigation
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 8, 2021
Legislators approved a budget amendment funding an independent investigation into the Office of the State Inspector General Wednesday, as Republican lawmakers said the investigation’s scope sidestepped critical issues. Jahd Khalil reports.
General Assembly Passes Northam Amendment, Marijuana to Be Legalized July 1st
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 7, 2021
The Democrat-controlled Virginia General Assembly voted Wednesday to accept Gov. Ralph Northam’s proposed changes to a marijuana legalization bill that will allow limited possession and cultivation of the drug beginning in July. Michael Pope has details.
Five Democrats Seeking Nomination for Governor Debate at VSU
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 7, 2021
The Democratic primary for governor is only two months away, and the campaign is heating up. The five candidates seeking the party’s nomination have met for the first televised debate of the primary season. Michael Pope has details.
A Look at the FOIA-Related Bills That Made Moves in the General Assembly This Year
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 6, 2021
The General Assembly is full of part-time lawmakers, people who bring their professional experience to the legislature. And that includes former journalists. Michael Pope has more.
More Virginians Eligible for Child Care Subsidies
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 6, 2021
Virginia has temporarily expanded eligibility for child care subsidies to include those looking for work and families who make less than 85% of the average income in Virginia. Jahd Khalil reports.
Lawmakers to Vote on Amendment Allowing Magistrates to Carry Firearms in State Buildings
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 5, 2021
This week, lawmakers will be considering an amendment to a bill they sent to Governor Ralph Northam earlier this year that bans guns at state buildings. The governor’s amendment creates an exemption for magistrates. Michael Pope reports.
The State of COVID-19 Vaccinations in Virginia’s Prisons
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 5, 2021
It’s been more than a year since Virginia prisons locked down to try and stop the spread of COVID-19. The state has offered vaccine to every inmate, but restrictions are still in place and are unlikely to be lifted any time soon. In part one of a series, Sandy Hausman tells why.
Because the risk of a deadly COVID outbreak was especially high in state prisons, and because the disease could easily spread to surrounding communities through staff, inmates and employees were among the first Virginians to get vaccine. However, nearly a third of prisoners and more than 40% of staff have refused it. That means significant restrictions remain in place, and frustration behind bars is building as Sandy Hausman reports in part two.
Va. News: Two Virginia Students Make History
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 4, 2021
A pair of students – one at the University of Virginia, the other at Virginia Military Institute – have made history at their schools this spring. More from Fred Echols.
Those have been among the most read stories over the past week at the Virginia Public Access Project’s VA News link.
State Lawmakers to Consider Northam’s Facial Recognition Bill Amendment Next Week
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 2, 2021
Lawmakers will be reconsidering a bill on facial recognition technology when they meet next week. Michael Pope reports.
A Silver Lining of Redistricting Census Delays
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 2, 2021
Population data from the 2020 Census was scheduled to be in the hands of Virginia’s Redistricting Commission in March. Now that it’s expected to arrive in August and September, the commissioners are taking the time to get acquainted with each other, and the processes of government business. Jahd Khalil reports.
Sunsetting Coal Tax Credits: Where Will That Money Go Now?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 1, 2021
The coal industry in Virginia is shrinking, and coal tax credits are on their way out. Michael Pope has this report on where the money that once helped subsidize the industry will go next.
Officials to Provide Recommendations on Improving 911 Infrastructure
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 31, 2021
If you or someone you cared about faced an emergency, and you needed to call for help, how would you call 911? Chances are you’d reach for your cell phone. But, as Jahd Khalil reports, aging 911 infrastructure sometimes doesn’t match up with cell technology.
Full Speed Ahead on Major Initiative to Cut Down on I-95 Congestion, Expand Amtrak Access
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 30, 2021
Railroads once dominated transportation in Virginia until the invention of the automobile. Now, rail is making a comeback. Michael Pope has the story.
May Elections in Virginia Will Soon Be a Thing of the Past
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 29, 2021
This spring will see the last ever May elections for local government, as Michael Pope reports.
Many More Deaths From COVID-19 Have Likely Gone Unreported
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 12, 2021
On Sunday, Virginia marks one year since a man in his 70s died from COVID-19. He was the first of 9,961 people who have died from the virus, officially. But as Jahd Khalil reports, the pandemic has claimed many more.
Virginia Teachers Will Soon Undergo Cultural Competency Training Under New Law
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 11, 2021
Virginia history is complicated, and now teachers in Virginia will have help explaining some of the racial elements to students. Michael Pope reports.
U.S. House to Consider Scott Legislation Updating Labor Laws This Week
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 8, 2021
The House of Representatives will consider a major piece of union legislation this week – a bill introduced by a senior member of the Virginia delegation. Michael Pope reports.
EVs and Charging Stations: Virginia Going Zero Emissions Under New Vehicle Legislation
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 5, 2021
Virginia is about to become the first Southern state to enact zero-emissions vehicle legislation. Michael Pope reports.
Northam Endorses Herring Rival in Attorney General Race
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 4, 2021
The Democratic primary for attorney general is heating up. And, a surprising endorsement might change the dynamics of the race. Michael Pope reports.
Examining Next Steps for Legislation Passed During 2021 Session
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 1, 2021
The General Assembly session may be over for 2021. But, the process isn’t. Michael Pope reports.
Lawmakers Still Need to Balance Virginia’s Budget; Where Will Teacher Raises Fit Into That Work?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 25, 2021
Virginia’s legislative session is wrapping up, but one big piece is still missing: funding. Lawmakers are expected to reveal the budget they’ve agreed on today. Reporter Jahd Khalil says eyes are on teacher salaries.
State Lawmakers Kick Precinct Data Legislation Down the Road
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 25, 2021
Voters may be about to get better data about elections. But as Michael Pope reports, it won’t be this year.
The Debate Over Reforming Virginia’s Bail System Likely Won’t End This Session
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 24, 2021
Lawmakers are taking action to change how the cash bail system works. Michael Pope reports.
Conference Committee Working on Bill Allowing Mental Health Testimony in Criminal Cases
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 24, 2021
People with developmental disabilities are incarcerated much more often than the rest of the population. But when defending themselves, they’re not allowed to introduce evidence about their mental state at the time of the alleged crime. Jahd Khalil reports on how that practice could end.
Despite Democratic Majorities, A Ban on Assault-Style Weapons Isn’t Headed to Northam’s Desk
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 24, 2021
Lawmakers are sending the governor several bills aimed at preventing gun violence. But there’s one bill they’re not sending him. Michael Pope reports.
Northam: Some COVID-19 Restrictions to Be Relaxed Monday
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 24, 2021
The number of new COVID-19 infections is trending down, and vaccination numbers are going up. And, Governor Ralph Northam says that’s cause to relax some safety restrictions. Nick Gilmore has details.
You can find more details about the relaxed restrictions here.
Virginia Senate Votes to Remove Harry Byrd Statue from Capitol Square
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 23, 2021
The General Assembly is about to remove a prominent symbol of its racist past from Capitol Square. Michael Pope reports.
Virginia Senate Rejects Farm Worker Minimum Wage Bill
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 22, 2021
Senate Democrats are rejecting an effort to guarantee a minimum wage to farm workers. Michael Pope has the story.
Legislation Requiring In-Person Instruction Currently Under Consideration by House of Delegates
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 22, 2021
On Monday, some students in Henrico County returned to in-person learning. Governor Northam has asked all schools to have an in-person option by March 15th. A bill in the General Assembly would require it by this summer. Jahd Khalil has this report from Richmond.
Effort to Add Paid Sick Days Has Been Narrowed, More Debate Potentially on the Horizon
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 22, 2021
Senators may be on the verge of approving paid sick days. But, the bill they’re considering would be a very narrow requirement. Michael Pope reports.
State Democrats Want to Prevent Those Convicted of Domestic Abuse From Having Firearms
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 19, 2021
Lawmakers are considering a bill designed to keep guns out of the hands of people convicted of domestic violence. Michael Pope reports.
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