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Changes in Washington and revenge in Richmond are among the headlines this week.

Jeff Schapiro, political columnist at the Richmond Times-Dispatch, and Michael Pope recap the week in politics and state government.

Members of the General Assembly are moving forward with three constitutional amendments proposed by Democrats.

But as Michael Pope tells us, they are rejecting an amendment supported by Republicans.

Members of the General Assembly are moving forward with three constitutional amendments proposed by Democrats.

But as Michael Pope tells us, they are rejecting an amendment supported by Republicans.

There are some new insights into the shape of the race for governor.

Jeff Schapiro, political columnist at the Richmond Times-Dispatch, and Michael Pope recap the week in politics and state government.

The 21^st century has already been marked by two events that shook many people’s faith in democracy and the rule of law. 

Violence by white supremacists in Charlottesville and pro-Trump forces attacking Congress left many people asking what can and should be done to restore faith in government. 

One Virginia lawyer – tasked with investigating both events – has some answers in a new book. 

Sandy Hausman spoke with him.

After an unexpected delay, the General Assembly session is underway in earnest this week.

Jeff Schapiro, political columnist at the Richmond Times-Dispatch, and Michael Pope have this analysis.

The General Assembly took a back seat to running water this week.

Jeff Schapiro, political columnist at the Richmond Times-Dispatch, and Michael Pope recap the week in politics and state government.

President-elect Donald Trump has signaled both opposition and support for a federal ban on contraceptives, and Virginia Democrats are saying this puts future access to birth control at risk.

Brad Kutner has more on the bipartisan legislative effort to protect access from last year that will return this General Assembly session. 

The car tax continues to be a hot issue at the General Assembly, where lawmakers are considering a proposal from the governor that would provide some relief.

Michael Pope tells us that the legislative vehicle may be headed for partisan gridlock.

Voters in some parts of Virginia will go to the polls Tuesday in three special elections for the General Assembly.

And as Michael Pope tells us, the outcome will determine which party controls the House and the Senate.

Many campaign ads are already notoriously negative and manipulative.

That’s why some people are worried AI might make them even worse.

Michael Pope reports.

It’s a new year and that always means it’s just about time for a new General Assembly session.

Jeff Schapiro, political columnist at the Richmond Times-Dispatch, and Michael Pope recap the week in politics and state government.

Governor Glenn Youngkin is entering his final year in office.

And as Michael Pope reports, his approach to energy may have consequences for years to come.

Move over Moo Deng, there’s a new viral baby pygmy hippo on the internet.  And this one’s in Virginia.

Brad Kutner traveled to the Metro Richmond Zoo where the yet-to-be-named baby is stirring up interest online and in person. 

The number of people who are food insecure tends to be higher among families with children — nearly three in 10 families according to the United States Department of Agriculture. This can have negative impacts on physical as well as mental wellbeing.

A Virginia Tech researcher has been working to learn more about the links between food insecurity among moms and mental health, as Roxy Todd reports.