Virginia’s ACA Marketplace Has Lost Another Provider, But There is a Silver Lining
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on August 15, 2017
Credit: AP Photo / Andrew Harnik
Virginia’s largest insurer is pulling out of the marketplace created by the Affordable Care Act. Michael Pope has the story.
Senator Mark Warner Responds to Charlottesville Violence
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on August 15, 2017
Credit: AP Photo / J. Scott Applewhite
Senator Mark Warner is denouncing the violent rally in Charlottesville over the weekend. Nick Gilmore has details.
Charlottesville Clash Shines New Spotlight on Confederate Monuments
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on August 15, 2017
A postcard view of the “Appomattox” monument in Alexandria. (Credit: Alexandria Library Local History Special Collections)
The events in Charlottesville are prompting a renewed interest in Confederate statues and memorials across Virginia, as elected leaders across Virginia hear a new round of calls to remove them. Michael Pope reports.
Officials Reflect on Charlottesville at Groundbreaking for Civil War Museum
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on August 15, 2017
Credit: American Civil War Museum
Officials in Richmond broke ground today on a new Civil War Museum. The facility will feature exhibit halls and a theater. And while it’s been in the works for years, this weekend’s events in Charlottesville gave the effort a renewed sense of urgency. Mallory Noe-Payne reports.
Journalist Attacked at Late Night Richmond Protest
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on August 15, 2017
Credit: AP Photo / Steve Helber
Rounding out a weekend of chaos, a couple hundred people took to the streets in Richmond Sunday night, protesting white supremacy and fascism. Police closed down portions of Broad Street as they marched to a monument of Robert E. Lee. A local journalist covering the march was attacked, and one protester was arrested. Mallory Noe-Payne reports.
UPDATE August 15, 9:13 am: The organizer of the planned September rally tells local media he has decided to withdraw his permit request.
Va News Topics: Strongest Alcoholic Beverage, Saving a Virginia Island
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on August 15, 2017
Credit: Virginia Public Access Project
A new law has opened the way for Virginia ABC stores to sell the strongest alcoholic beverage ever made available in state liquor outlets. But it won’t be on the shelves at every location. And, residents of a disappearing Virginia island in the Chesapeake Bay are looking to a project in Maryland as a way to save their home. Those have been among the most read stories over the past week on the Virginia Public Access Project’s Va News link at vpap.org. More now from Fred Echols.
‘She Was Just Awake’ Friends Remember Heather Heyer
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on August 15, 2017
Credit: Justin Marks
People in Charlottesville are remembering the 32-year-old woman who died this weekend at a counter protest following a white supremacist rally. Police identified her as Heather Heyer. She was killed when an alleged white supremacist drove a car into a crowd of people. Mallory Noe-Payne has more.
Blacksburg Vigil for Charlottesville
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on August 15, 2017
Across Virginia, people gathered to remember those killed and injured in Saturday’s violence. In Blacksburg, the Coalition for Justice held a vigil against hate in solidarity with counter protesters in Charlottesville. Robbie Harris was there.
After the Rally, Charlottesville Confronts Fresh Wounds
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on August 15, 2017
A vigil honoring victims set up Saturday evening at McGuffey Park in Charlottesville. (Credit: Sandy Hausman / RADIO IQ)
People who were hit by a speeding car after violent protests in Charlottesville continue their recovery. Ten are now in good condition at UVA Medical Center and nine have been released, but as Sandy Hausman reports, some invisible wounds may remain.
Virginia Governor’s Race: The Candidates’ Plans for Rural High-Speed Internet
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on August 11, 2017
Credit: AP Photo / Toby Talbot
Policy wonks call it the “last mile” – the infrastructure needed to get high-speed internet down those long and sparsely populated country roads. It’s expensive, and private companies are unlikely to recoup that investment from just a couple of households. And while Virginia’s candidates for governor agree something needs to be done, they don’t quite agree over how to fund it. Mallory Noe-Payne has details.
This Year’s Governor’s Race Could Have Lasting Impacts on Virginia Politics
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on August 11, 2017
Gubernatorial candidates Democrat Ralph Northam (left) and Republican Ed Gillespie (right). The winner of this year’s election could have significant influence on redistricting efforts. (Credit: AP Photo / Steve Helber)
This year’s election may end up being more important than most because the next governor will oversee a new round of political maps that will shape Virginia politics for the next decade. Michael Pope has details.
Does Virginia’s Unemployment Rate Paint the Whole Picture?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on August 10, 2017
Republican gubernatorial candidate Ed Gillespie says the state’s unemployment rate is misleading. (Credit: AP Photo / Steve Helber)
Virginia’s unemployment is at its lowest level since the recession. But is that a sign of strength for the economy? Or does it indicate something else is going on? Michael Pope hit the road to find out.
Recent Study Finds State Tax Code Doesn’t Benefit Low-Income People
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on August 9, 2017
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As Washington turns its attention from healthcare to taxes, critics of the tax code on the right and left agree on one thing — too many tax breaks benefit wealthy people. Michael Pope has the story.
East of I-95, Virginia Begins to Limit Permitted Groundwater Users
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on August 9, 2017
Groundwater management areas along Virginia’s coast. (Credit: Department of Environmental Quality)
Groundwater in the Coastal Plain, East of I-95, is under stress. During the last 18 months, Virginia water officials have been negotiating cuts to groundwater withdrawals by the state’s biggest users. Now, they are looking at another large user. Pamela D’Angelo reports.
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Virginians Will Have More Healthcare Choices Next Year
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on August 8, 2017
Credit: AP Photo / Andrew Harnik
Despite fears that Virginia’s health insurance marketplace is imploding, people who are insured through the Affordable Care Act in Virginia will actually have more choices next year. Michael Pope has details.
Latest Poll Has Democrat Ralph Northam Edging Out Republican Ed Gillespie in Governor’s Race
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on August 8, 2017
Virginia Democratic candidate for governor, Lieutenant Governor Ralph Northam, celebrates his victory in the Democratic primary during an election party. (Credit: AP Photo / Cliff Owen)
Political season here in Virginia never seems to die, the commonwealth is now gearing up for a fall of campaigning for Governor and the state legislature. The latest poll numbers favor Democrats. Mallory Noe-Payne reports.
Hampton Roads Lags Behind Other Metropolitan Areas in Employment Numbers
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on August 7, 2017
The Hampton Roads region, which includes Norfolk, is the only major metropolitan area in the country that saw a drop in employment rates last year. (Credit: Creative Commons / Wikimedia Commons)
Virginia’s major metropolitan areas are thriving, and unemployment is down across the Commonwealth; but there’s one part of Virginia that’s struggling more than others. Michael Pope is digging into the numbers.
Va News Topics: DuPont Settlement, Va Beach Senior Class Rankings
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on August 7, 2017
Credit: Virginia Public Access Project
DuPont has agreed to pay the largest environmental damage award ever in Virginia. The money will go toward restoring ecosystems damaged by a mercury discharge from a DuPont plant in Waynesboro. And, senior class rankings and valedictorians may soon become relics of the past in Virginia Beach. Those have been among the most read stories over the past week on the Virginia Public Access Project’s Va News link at vpap.org. More now from Fred Echols.
A Racial Divide for Mental Health Care Exists in Virginia
Posted by dmjones101 in Virginia's News on August 4, 2017
For years, lawmakers in Virginia have struggled to find ways to expand mental health care — with mixed results. A new report from the Commonwealth Institute finds a racial divide in terms of who gets help. Michael Pope has the story.
Should Social Media Posts from Lawmakers Be Considered Public Records?
Posted by dmjones101 in Virginia's News on August 4, 2017
When an elected official posts on Facebook, is that a public record? That’s the question at the center of a Henrico County case that could have broad implications for freedom of information. Michael Pope has the story.
Challenge to Massive Surveillance Program Headed to Virginia Supreme Court
Posted by dmjones101 in Virginia's News on August 2, 2017
You’ve seen them on top of police cruisers across Virginia, license plate readers — constantly tracking your whereabouts and feeding your local police department with information about where you have been and when you were there. Now a lawsuit is challenging that. Michael Pope has details.
Virginia is Getting Older, But Some Places Are Aging Faster Than Others
Posted by dmjones101 in Virginia's News on August 1, 2017
The Primland Resort in Patrick County. The county is one of a number in Virginia that could see their population over 65 double or triple in the next two decades.
In the next 20 years, the number of people over the age of 65 in Virginia is expected to double. But as Michael Pope tells us, some places will get older than others.
Virginia ACA Providers Face a Federal Funding Cut With a Fast-Approaching Deadline
Posted by dmjones101 in Virginia's News on July 31, 2017
Credit AP Photo / Andrew Harnik
President Trump has repeatedly vowed to cut off federal funding for the subsidized health-insurance plans that are at the center of the Affordable Care Act. If he decides to pull the trigger on that, what would happen in Virginia? Michael Pope has the story.
Va News Topics: Historic Courtroom, Coal Ash and Oysters
Posted by dmjones101 in Virginia's News on July 31, 2017
Credit Virginia Public Access Project
A Virginia county is looking to avoid legal complications while it decides what to do about a religious message discovered in a historic courtroom. And, it may surprise many people to hear that coal ash was once used in the Chesapeake Bay to support oysters. Fred Echols has details.
A Number of Virginia Representatives Think Lawmakers Should Skip Recess
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on July 28, 2017
Credit: AP Photo / J. Scott Applewhite, File
The U.S. House kicks off a month long recess today, which some Virginia Republicans say they don’t deserve. Matt Laslo has the story from Washington.
Virginia’s Real Estate Sector is Rapidly Growing
Posted by dmjones101 in Virginia's News on July 27, 2017
Credit AP Photo / John Bazemore
Virginia’s real estate market is red hot according to new data from the federal government. Michael Pope has details.
Congress Votes to Defund Dog Experiments at Richmond’s VA Hospital
Posted by dmjones101 in Virginia's News on July 27, 2017
Virginia Congressman Dave Brat sponsored the legislation to strip funding from painful experiments on dogs happening in Richmond’s VA Hospital. ( Credit J. Scott Applewhite/AP)
The Veterans Affairs hospital in Richmond has come under fire for using dogs in painful medical testing. Now a Congressman has stepped in to eliminate funding for the program. Mallory Noe- Payne has more.
Blacksburg Based Company Completes Road Trip with Self Driving Car
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on July 26, 2017
The TORC self-driving car in front of Virginia’s Executive Mansion Wednesday, at the end of its cross-country road trip. (Credit: Mallory Noe-Payne / RADIO IQ)
More than ten years ago, a small team of students and engineers from Virginia Tech won big at a national contest for software that allowed a car to drive all on its own.
That technology has since grown into a successful Blacksburg-based company that’s on the cutting edge of self-driving technology.
The company just completed its first cross-country road trip, and Mallory Noe-Payne was there as they pulled into their final stop.
Virginia Lawmakers’ Differing Views on Trump’s Voting Commission
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on July 26, 2017
In this photo, Kansas Secretary of State Kris Kobach speaks with a reporter in his office in Topeka, Kansas. Kobach is the vice chair of President Donald Trump’s election fraud commission. (Credit: AP Photo / Orlin Wagner, File)
President Donald Trump is backing up his unfounded claim that millions of illegal votes were cast for his opponent with a commission to investigate voter fraud. Washington correspondent Matt Laslo reports that many lawmakers from our region are dubious of the commission, and some Republicans wonder if it’s a top priority.
The Biggest Political Spenders Don’t Always Get the Victory
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on July 26, 2017
Credit: MBandman / Creative Commons
Money has become an increasingly important part of politics, and candidates spend a larger portion of their time on the campaign trail dialing for dollars. But, as Michael Pope reports, money does not always equal success.
One Lawmaker’s Plan to Regulate Online Lending
Posted by dmjones101 in Virginia's News on July 25, 2017
Delegate Mark Levine of Alexandria
(Credit markfordelegate.com)
With the rise of online lenders, consumers in Virginia can be hit with loans that have interest rates far beyond any brick-and-mortar location. Now one lawmaker from Northern Virginia is offering a solution, although consumer advocates say the bill might cause more problems than it solves. Michael Pope has the story.
Governor Kicks Off ‘Virginia is for Computer Science Lovers’ Campaign
Posted by dmjones101 in Virginia's News on July 25, 2017
Virginia launched a new PR campaign Monday to draw attention to the state’s quickly growing computer science industry. The campaign ties in neatly with Richmond Tech Week, which also kicked off Monday. Mallory Noe-Payne has more details.
GRTC in Richmond Launches Training Program for Mechanics
Posted by dmjones101 in Virginia's News on July 25, 2017
Credit U.S. Air Force photo/Tech. Sgt. James Hodgman
Public transportation plays a big role in a community — helping people get to and from work and school. But now Richmond’s public transport agency is trying something new: workforce development. Mallory Noe-Payne has more.
New Rules Threaten Growing Blue Cat Industry
Posted by dmjones101 in Virginia's News on July 25, 2017
Watermen bring in a morning’s haul of blue catfish from the Rappahannock River in Virginia. ( Credit Pamela D’Angelo)
In recent years, Chesapeake watermen and seafood processors have begun developing a market for blue catfish, that invasive species that has exploded in regional waters vacuuming up baby blue crabs, shad, striped bass and other economically important fish. But new USDA inspection rules that hold foreign imports to U.S. standards could threaten that growing market. Pamela D’Angelo reports on America’s other, other white meat for Chesapeake: A Journalism Collaborative.Chesapeake: A Journalism Collaborative is funded with grant support from the Clayton Baker Trust, The Bancroft Foundation, Michael and Ann Hankin, The Jim and Patty Rouse Foundation, The Rob and Elizabeth Tyler Foundation, and the Mid-Shore Community Foundation.
Va News Topics: Saving Honeybees, Self-Driving Cars to Virginia
Posted by dmjones101 in Virginia's News on July 25, 2017
The past few years have been difficult for honeybees with thousands of colonies dying every winter but Virginia is working on a plan to help these important pollinators stay alive. And, the Virginia Department of Transportation hopes to attract more research on self-driving cars to Virginia by opening sections of the state’s interstate highways to companies building and testing autonomous vehicles. Fred Echols has more.
Gillespie, Northam Discuss Guns, Fracking and Economy in First Gubernatorial Debate
Posted by dmjones101 in Virginia's News on July 25, 2017
The Homestead Resort in Hot Springs was the site of the first gubernatorial debate between Republican Ed Gillespie and Democrat Ralph Northam.
(Credit Creative Commons)
Virginia’s two major-party candidates for governor duked it out over the weekend in the first of three debates. Michael Pope has the story.
First Gubernatorial Debate Does Not Include Libertarian Candidate
Posted by dmjones101 in Virginia's News on July 25, 2017
Libertarian Candidate, Cliff Hyra (right), was not invited to the debate.
(Credit Michael Pope)
The first of three debates for governor is scheduled for this weekend, when Democrat Ralph Northam will square off with Republican Ed Gillespie at the Homestead Resort in Hot Springs. But there’s one candidate who’s not invited to the party. Michael Pope has details.
Tim Kaine’s Health Care Plan: Reinsurance
Posted by dmjones101 in Virginia's News on July 25, 2017
Sen. Tim Kaine, D-Va. arrives on Capitol Hill in Washington, Tuesday, July 18, 2017.
(Credit AP Photo / Andrew Harnik)
In Washington, leaders in both parties are at odds over how to move forward on health care. One senator who is trying to seize the moment is Democrat Tim Kaine, who says he has a plan to move forward. Michael Pope has the story.
Democratic Party Launches New Agenda in Competitive Virginia District
Posted by dmjones101 in Virginia's News on July 25, 2017
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer of New York joins fellow Congressional Democrats as they unveil their new agenda at a park in Berryville, Virginia. (Credit AP Photo / Cliff Owen)
Democrats are eager to fight for the blue-collar voters who once made up the core of their base, voters who sided with Trump last year. Now they have a new platform of issues to attract those voters, and Democrats chose Virginia as the staging ground to launch that attack against the Republicans. Michael Pope has details.
Virginia Lawmakers Seek to Tame the Wild West of Online Lending
Posted by dmjones101 in Virginia's News on July 21, 2017
The internet has upended the recording industry, the newspaper industry and the hotel industry. Now state regulators are looking at how to handle the latest industry to go online — cheap and easy high-interest loans. Michael Pope has details.
Richmond Public Transport Partners with Tech Company to Serve Elderly, Disabled
Posted by dmjones101 in Virginia's News on July 21, 2017
The disabled and elderly often rely on public transportation to get them where they need to go. Now, Richmond officials are hoping to make things a bit easier by partnering with a local tech start-up. Mallory Noe-Payne has details.
‘Nuestras Historias’ Explores Richmond’s Latino Community
Posted by dmjones101 in Virginia's News on July 20, 2017
Wanda Hernandez (left) with volunteer Sasha Jiron (right) at the ¿Qué Pasa? Festival in Richmond this Spring. (Credit Courtesy of Wanda Hernandez)
Last year, for the first time, Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond held a special ceremony for its Latino graduates. Parents in the audience, many of whom were celebrating the first college graduate in their families, heard this poem by student Vei Citlalin Bobadilla. Mallory Noe-Payne reports.
Governor McAuliffe Takes Stock of what Did – and Didn’t – Happen on Mental Health During Term
Posted by dmjones101 in Virginia's News on July 20, 2017
“I feel good about where we are. But I don’t feel that good. There’s still urgency to achieve more, until we get to the point where we are a national leader. And I think we can be there.” Creigh Deeds
During his last few months as governor, Terry McAullife is taking stock of his time in office — especially on action on mental health. Michael Pope has the story.
Virginia Agriculture Jumps By 30% in Four Years
Posted by dmjones101 in Virginia's News on July 20, 2017
Teens Ben Testa, Hannah Waring and Abby McDonough pick strawberries at Wegmeyer Farms in Hamilton, Va. Virginia’s agriculture industries have boomed in recent years.
Credit Carolyn Kaster / AP
Virginia’s largest industry is agriculture, and it’s only getting larger. That’s according to new numbers released Tuesday. Mallory Noe-Payne was at the capitol for the announcement and filed this report.
Meet Your Libertarian Candidate for Governor, Cliff Hyra
Posted by dmjones101 in Virginia's News on July 18, 2017
Cliff Hyra, right, campaigns in Clarendon, Virginia.
Credit Michael Pope
The race for governor has more than two candidates, although the third man in the race is getting far less attention. Michael Pope spent some time with him on the campaign trail.
Gillespie Rolls Out Plan for Veterans
Posted by dmjones101 in Virginia's News on July 18, 2017
Republican candidate for governor, Ed Gillespie, right, talks with former Republican Lt. Gov. candidate Glenn Davis, left, at a polling place on primary Election Day.
Credit Steve Helber / AP
Republican candidate for Governor Ed Gillespie was in Norfolk today, unveiling a suite of proposals to help Virginia’s veterans. Mallory Noe- Payne has details.
VA News Topics: Goose Protest, Turtle Prosthetic
Posted by dmjones101 in Virginia's News on July 17, 2017
Neighbors have marched in protest and a congressman has gotten involved after federal officials euthanized more than 100 geese in Virginia Beach…and an accidental injury to a pet turtle has given Virginia researchers a chance to accomplish something never done before. Fred Echols reports.
November House of Delegates Election May Be Most Contested Ever
Posted by dmjones101 in Virginia's News on July 17, 2017
Voters will have more choices in this year’s election for the House of Delegates than they have ever had before. Michael Pope reports.
North Carolina Makes Moves to Purchase Land for New Bridge to Outer Banks
Posted by dmjones101 in Virginia's News on July 14, 2017
Nag’s Head North Carolina is part of the state’s Outer Banks. North Carolina has had a plan to build another bridge to the popular destination for years. (Credit Gerry Broome/AP )
North Carolina is making moves on a project it’s had in the works for decades: a new bridge that would make it easier for Virginians to access the Outer Banks. Mallory Noe-Payne has more.
Calculating the Cost of Eliminating Taxes in the Poorest Parts of Virginia
Posted by dmjones101 in Virginia's News on July 14, 2017
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One lawmaker from the Southwest corner of Virginia is pushing a plan to create tax breaks in some of the poorest parts of the state. But as Michael Pope reports, implementing that plan would blast a giant hole in the budget.
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