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Local governments hurt the most by budget impasse

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Lawmakers are still at odds over amendments to the state budget. Michael Pope reports, that’s causing problems for local governments across Virginia.

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A big General Assembly accomplishment is being held up by the budget impasse

The budget impasse seems to have no sign of letting up any time soon, and as Michael Pope reports, that’s holding up a workforce redevelopment effort.

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Are secret campaign recordings here to stay?

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Increasingly, the campaign trail is a place where secretly recorded audio is becoming part of elections. Michael Pope reports.

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Other states are having an impact on Virginia elections

The Virginia election may be looking to other states for inspiration. Michael Pope reports.

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How a long-standing labor law in Virginia could impact elections this year

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Labor issues have taken an increased role in politics in recent years now that employees of local governments have started unionizing. Michael Pope reports that labor issues are also taking a role on the campaign trail this year.

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Abortion is likely to be a top issue on the campaign trail this fall

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Abortion rights are a top topic this year as voters head to the polls to select candidates for the Virginia General Assembly. Michael Pope reports on how Republicans are hoping to use the issue in one toss-up race.

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How will parental rights play into this year’s elections?

On the campaign trail, Republicans are hoping the issue of parents’ rights will help them win control of the Virginia General Assembly.  Michael Pope has more.

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New poll: Men more likely to prefer Republican control, women Democratic in General Assembly

Voting in the election for the General Assembly starts later this month, and control of the House and Senate are at stake. Michael Pope reports on some new polling data on the election.

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An expensive primary season points to an expensive general election season

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The primary election that happened earlier this summer was historic in many ways. Michael Pope reports that it broke campaign finance records.

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State lawmakers are running out of time for budget amendments

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Now that an amended state budget is more than a month late, negotiators are running out of time to cut a deal. Michael Pope reports.

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The next Virginia Senate could be one of its most diverse

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Voters across Virginia will head to the polls this November to elect members of the General Assembly. And, as Michael Pope reports, they’ll have a much more diverse slate of candidates this year.

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One married couple is looking to make history in the General Assembly

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Voters across Virginia are hearing from candidates ahead of the November election. But voters in Suffolk are hearing from two candidates who have a close and potentially historic relationship. Michael Pope reports.

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Democrats focus on issues from abortion to gun control ahead of November elections

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Democrats have a slim majority in the state Senate, and they are hoping to keep control this year. Michael Pope tells us how party leaders are trying to outline the issues. 

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This year’s legislative elections might be historically expensive

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This election year is shaping up to be the most expensive legislative election cycle in Virginia history. Michael Pope is following the money.

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State lawmakers divided on what to do with budget surplus

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Virginia’s latest financial forecast shows a growing budget surplus. As Michael Pope reports, that’s changing the ongoing discussion about the budget impasse.

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With General Assembly up for grabs, disclosures show record amounts of campaign cash

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The latest campaign finance disclosures show the record amounts of fundraising. Michael Pope is looking at the numbers.

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A calculation error shortchanging Virginia schools still hasn’t been resolved

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Lawmakers are still deadlocked over budget amendments for a fiscal year that started on July 1st. And as Michael Pope reports, schools may be taking a hit because of the impasse.

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Pope & Schapiro: Taking a closer look at primary results

Virginia held primary elections this week – with General Assembly hopefuls now turning their attention to November.

Michael Pope and Jeff Schapiro – political columnist at the Richmond Times-Dispatch – discuss the results from Tuesday’s elections.

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After this week’s primaries, Virginia is looking at very competitive races this fall

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Now that all the legislative candidates have been determined in conventions and primaries, both parties are looking ahead to November. Michael Pope reports.

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It’s looking unlikely that state lawmakers will pass budget amendments before July 1st

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Virginia’s next fiscal year is fast approaching. And as Michael Pope tells us, it could start with some uncertainty.

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With a deadline looming, state lawmakers still don’t have an agreement on the budget

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Members of Congress may be closer to resolving the conflict over the debt ceiling. But, as Michael Pope tells us, members of the Virginia General Assembly are still at a standstill with their budget amendments.

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Adult websites must verify the age of users in Virginia now

The governor is taking final actions this week on bills lawmakers sent him during the General Assembly session. Michael Pope has this story about one involving online pornography.

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Several challengers are outraising incumbents in General Assembly races

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Campaign finance numbers are revealing the state of some contested races heading into the June 20 primary. Michael Pope reports.

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Fundraising disclosures show an edge for Democrats in the state Senate

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The latest round of campaign finance disclosures show the 2023 election is attracting record amounts of campaign cash. Michael Pope tells us Democrats have an edge in fundraising for the Senate.

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General Assembly candidates must decide this week if they’re running this year

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This week will see some major news for the 2023 election in Virginia. Michael Pope has this preview.

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Redistricting might prevent some state lawmakers from participating in budget special session

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Members of the General Assembly finished their legislative session without passing a budget, and they are expected to return to the Capitol soon to finish the job. But, as Michael Pope reports, all members of the legislature might not be able to participate.

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Sears’ Win is Historic, But Tuesday Leaves the General Assembly with Fewer Black Members

Winsome Sears’ win last night as the Republican Lieutenant Governor candidate was historic. Sears is the first Black woman elected to a statewide office. But, as Michael Pope reports, one of the other outcomes of Tuesday will be fewer Black members in the General Assembly.

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State Democrats Send Eight New Judges to the Virginia Court of Appeals

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The Virginia Appeals Court is getting a makeover, including new powers and new judges. Michael Pope reports the Democrat majorities in the House and Senate have approved a diverse slate of new judges.

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Federal Pandemic Aid: Advocates Call for More Affordable Housing

Lawmakers will be back in Richmond next week to figure out how to spend $4 billion of federal stimulus money. One agenda item they’ll be debating is affordable housing. Michael Pope reports.

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Federal Pandemic Aid: Advocates Push for Eviction Protections

Lawmakers are about to return to Richmond for a special session to determine how to spend more than four billion dollars of federal stimulus money. Some advocates want them to take action to protect people against evictions. Michael Pope reports.

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Interest Groups Lining Up Proposals on How to Spend Federal Funding

Lawmakers are returning to Richmond to figure out how to spend more than four billion dollars of federal stimulus money. Michael Pope has this preview.

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Declining Birth Rates May Transform Virginia Schools

The declining birth rate is having an influence over planning in school divisions across Virginia. It’s a discussion that’s playing out while lawmakers are trying to figure out what to do with stimulus money. Michael Pope reports.

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New Overtime Law is Confusing Some, But Improvement Could Be on the Horizon

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Employers in Virginia now have new requirements for paying overtime. And, lawmakers are already considering ways to improve the new law. Michael Pope reports.

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Interest Groups Have Many Ideas About How Virginia Should Spend Pandemic Aid

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Lawmakers are about to return to Richmond to figure out how to spend billions of dollars in stimulus cash from the federal government. Michael Pope reports every interest group in Virginia is making a case for a piece of the pie.

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Advocates Rejoice as Marijuana Becomes Legal in Virginia

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The prohibition against marijuana is drawing to a close. As of Thursday, pot will be legal in Virginia. Michael Pope reports.

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As Carroll Foy Resigns, Other Lawmakers Weigh Options for 2021 Campaigning

As the upcoming General Assembly session approaches, lawmakers who are eyeing statewide office are trying to figure out how to juggle the legislature with the campaign trail. Michael Pope reports.

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State Lawmakers Urged to Consider Changing Language on Disabilities

Lawmakers are considering legislation that might change how we speak about people with disabilities. Michael Pope reports.

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Tired of Virginia’s Political Maps? Now’s Your Chance to Help Draw Them

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Now that voters have approved of a new redistricting commission, half of the members have been named. And, state officials are now taking applications for the other half. Michael Pope reports.

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A Look at Why So Many House of Delegates Members are Running for Statewide Offices

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As lawmakers prepare for the upcoming General Assembly session, a huge number of House members are running for statewide office or at least considering a run. As Michael Pope reports, that’s because of a quirk in the calendar this year.

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At Least One Lawmaker Wants to Prohibit Private Prisons in Virginia

Lawmakers just ended their special session this week. But they’re already preparing for the next General Assembly session, which begins in about two months. Michael Pope has this preview of one bill that would prohibit private prisons.

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Lawmakers Set to Revisit Expungement Debate After Failing to Reach Agreement

Lawmakers have now ended their three-month special session. And, they left one important piece of business unfinished. Michael Pope reports.

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As State Lawmakers Consider Budget Amendments, Debate Over VMI Investigation Ensues

Members of the House of Delegates sparred Monday over a proposal from Governor Northam to fund an investigation into accounts of systemic racism at Virginia Military Institute. Cat Modlin-Jackson has the story.

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Eviction-Related Protections Amendment to Be Considered by General Assembly Monday

Governor Ralph Northam is sending lawmakers an amendment to a bill aimed at helping renters during the pandemic. Michael Pope reports.

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Should Virtual Meetings Involving Public Business Continue After the Pandemic?

During the pandemic, people have gotten used to the idea of virtual meetings. But when the pandemic is over, how much government business should be conducted online? Michael Pope reports about a bill that might come under consideration in January.

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Northam Considers Bill Limiting Some Use of Military Equipment by Police

Governor Ralph Northam is now considering dozens of bills lawmakers sent him during a special session on coronavirus and criminal justice reform. Michael Pope reports about one bill that could limit what kind of military equipment is available to police.

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Criminal Cases in Virginia Will Work Differently Beginning Next Year

Starting next summer, the criminal justice system in Virginia will see a major change in how criminal trials work and what kind of plea deals are offered. Michael Pope reports.

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Virginia Takes on Race-Motivated 911 Calls

Calling 911 on someone because they are Black is about to become a felony in Virginia. Michael Pope reports.

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Differences Over Conviction Expungement Continue to Divide General Assembly

Lawmakers are mostly done with their special session, although they left some business unfinished. Michael Pope reports on one criminal justice reform that has yet to be resolved.

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Special Session Begins to Wrap Up: What Did Lawmakers Accomplish?

Governor Ralph Northam is now considering several dozen bills lawmakers sent during a two-month special session. Michael Pope reports.

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Who Should Be Able to Serve on New Redistricting Commission?

Voters are considering a constitutional amendment that would create a new commission to draw political boundaries. But just who is expected to serve on this commission? Michael Pope reports.

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