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New poll: Youngkin is out of step with Virginia voters on cultural issues
Posted in Virginia's News on April 6, 2023
A new poll from the Schar School of Policy and Government at George Mason University shows Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin to be out of step with Virginia voters. Michael Pope reports.
In a rare move, Youngkin vetoes bill creating a work group to study loud mufflers
Posted in Virginia's News on April 5, 2023
Governor Glenn Youngkin is breaking out his veto pen and taking aim at a bill introduced to crack down on loud cars. Michael Pope reports.
Bill expanding Massive Resistance fund to become law later this year
Posted in Virginia's News on April 4, 2023
Governor Glenn Youngkin is signing a bill that offers reparations for victims of a racist policy that shut down Virginia’s public schools. Michael Pope reports.
Full Disclosure Briefing: Is a Washington Commanders sale imminent?
Posted in Virginia's News on April 4, 2023
It appears a sale of the Washington Commanders could be imminent.
Roben Farzad, host of public radio’s Full Disclosure, and Craig Wright discuss that and where the franchise’s value ranks among other professional sports teams.
General Assembly candidates must decide this week if they’re running this year
Posted in Virginia's News on April 3, 2023
This week will see some major news for the 2023 election in Virginia. Michael Pope has this preview.
Va. News: Spotsylvania County school libraries, gun safe legislation
Posted in Virginia's News on April 3, 2023
A Virginia school superintendent’s mention of eliminating libraries to save money is getting some negative reviews, but a gun safety law passed by the General Assembly this year seems to be popular across the board.
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 with VPAP.
Utility regulation will be on the agenda for state lawmakers next month
Posted in Virginia's News on March 31, 2023
Members of the General Assembly will be returning to the Capitol April 12th to consider amendments from the governor. Michael Pope reports that some of the amendments might influence your power bill.
Pope & Schapiro: Youngkin vetoes and another special election
Posted in Virginia's News on March 31, 2023
Governor Glenn Youngkin has issued nearly 80 amendments to legislation and vetoed three bills.
Jeff Schapiro, political columnist at the Richmond Times-Dispatch, and Michael Pope discuss that and the week that was in politics and state government.
Excited fans gear up for Hokies’ Final Four game
Posted in Virginia's News on March 30, 2023
Virginia Tech’s women’s basketball team will play Friday in the national semifinals. This is the first time the team has made it to the final four, and fans are gearing up ahead of the game, as Roxy Todd reports.
Youngkin breaks with recent tradition on rights restoration policy
Posted in Virginia's News on March 30, 2023
Governor Glenn Youngkin is taking a different approach than previous governors when it comes to restoring the right to vote to people previously convicted of felonies. Michael Pope reports.
Newly-signed bill puts restrictions on tow companies
Posted in Virginia's News on March 29, 2023
Virginia’s governor is signing legislation to crack down on tow truck drivers. Michael Pope reports.
Governor Youngkin amends THC legislation
Posted in Virginia's News on March 28, 2023
Governor Glenn Youngkin is rolling out his amendments to legislation this week. And as Michael Pope reports, one set of amendments is aimed at products with THC currently available on store shelves.
The governor wants to move forward with nuclear innovation; critics say more info is needed
Posted in Virginia's News on March 27, 2023
Is nuclear energy a part of Virginia’s future? Michael Pope reports.
Virginia’s new Superintendent of Public Instruction will face several challenges
Posted in Virginia's News on March 24, 2023
Governor Glenn Youngkin has a new superintendent in charge of a school system facing budget challenges and rising demand for services. Michael Pope reports.
The all-important top ballot position
Posted in Virginia's News on March 16, 2023
Candidates across Virginia are preparing to snag a spot at the top of the ballot next week. Michael Pope explains.
More and more Virginia school divisions are starting to unionize
Posted in Virginia's News on March 15, 2023
The Fairfax County School Board recently approved a resolution allowing for collective bargaining among public school employees, and the Falls Church School Board is expected to follow suit sometime soon. As Michael Pope reports, school divisions across Virginia are starting to unionize.
Redistricting might prevent some state lawmakers from participating in budget special session
Posted in Virginia's News on March 14, 2023
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.
Highlighting overlooked stories across Appalachian Virginia
Posted in Virginia's News on March 14, 2023
Across the Commonwealth, and the country, there have been many debates around monuments, and the stories they tell. A new project is underway to highlight stories in southwest Virginia that have often been overlooked. Roxy Todd reports.
Very few veterinarians are Black. These students are trying to change that
Posted in Virginia's News on March 13, 2023
Nationally, only about three percent of all veterinarians are Black, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Students at the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine in Blacksburg are working to change those statistics, as Roxy Todd reports.
Va. News: Same-day registration voting numbers, Charlottesville archeological dig
Posted in Virginia's News on March 13, 2023
Same-day registration and voting – used in Virginia for the first time last November – proved to be especially popular among college students. And, an archeological dig in downtown Charlottesville is producing artifacts by the hundreds.
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 with VPAP.
Earned wage access: is it a loan or not?
Posted in Virginia's News on March 9, 2023
Are payday loans about to make a comeback in Virginia? Michael Pope has more on the possibility.
New report: More of Virginia at risk of destructive winds from tropical systems
Posted in Virginia's News on March 8, 2023
The destructive force of wind from tropical weather systems poses an increasing risk to Virginia, according to a new report. Michael Pope has details.
You can see the shifting risk where you live here by typing in your street address.
State lawmakers are still divided over SCC vacancies
Posted in Virginia's News on March 3, 2023
Virginia’s governor is now considering a number of bills aimed at the relationship between regulators and utilities. But, as Michael Pope reports, that’s happening during a time when some key positions remain vacant.
Pope & Schapiro: Big developments despite the 2023 session wrapping up
Posted in Virginia's News on March 3, 2023
The 2023 General Assembly session is over, but that doesn’t mean this week wasn’t light on state government developments.
Michael Pope and Jeff Schapiro – political columnist with the Richmond Times-Dispatch – discuss the week that was.
Governor Glenn Youngkin garners highest favorability rating in new Roanoke College poll
Posted in Virginia's News on March 2, 2023
Virginia’s governor is enjoying some of his best poll numbers ever. Michael Pope has this report on a new survey from Roanoke College.
Budget negotiators have some time to address education funding shortfall
Posted in Virginia's News on March 1, 2023
As leaders on the money committees of the General Assembly meet in private to nail down budget numbers, they will need to make a determination about how much money needs to go to schools to fix a math error from the Department of Education. Michael Pope reports.
Education advocates: state leaders still have work to do in addressing funding shortfall
Posted in Virginia's News on February 28, 2023
Lawmakers are still haggling over the details of the budget. And advocates say they also still need to fix a $200 million mistake. Michael Pope explains.
A possible breakthrough in the treatment of MS
Posted in Virginia's News on February 27, 2023
About a million people in this country suffer from a degenerative disease called multiple sclerosis. Treatments carry some potentially serious side effects, and there is no cure.
But scientists at the University of Virginia report a breakthrough that could someday mean recovery for people who have MS and other autoimmune disorders. From Charlottesville, Sandy Hausman reports.
Congressman Scott is hopeful his union legislation can move forward
Posted in Virginia's News on February 27, 2023
Virginia Congressman Bobby Scott is about to launch a new effort to protect the right to organize. And, as Michael Pope reports, it has Republican support.
What did state lawmakers accomplish during the 2023 session?
Posted in Virginia's News on February 27, 2023
Lawmakers ended their session without approving a budget. But as Michael Pope reports, they were able to claim some other accomplishments.
Va. News: Lacks commemoration, Loudon County honors Union hero
Posted in Virginia's News on February 27, 2023
A Black woman from Roanoke who died 70 years ago will be officially commemorated for her importance to medical research. And Loudon County is honoring the first Black man to fire a shot for the Union in the Civil War. 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.
UVA explores link between sleep and the aging brain
Posted in Virginia's News on February 24, 2023
It’s not unusual for older adults to experience problems related to sleep, and one in ten people over the age of 45 report memory problems getting worse.
At the University of Virginia’s School of Nursing, experts hope to learn how sleep and mental decline are related, and they’re looking for volunteers to take part in a study from the comfort of their own homes.
Sandy Hausman has that story.
House Democrats try unsuccessfully to change rules to force abortion rights vote
Posted in Virginia's News on February 23, 2023
Democrats are trying to use a change to the rules of the House as a way to spotlight abortion protections. Michael Pope reports.
This will be the last General Assembly session for many lawmakers
Posted in Virginia's News on February 23, 2023
Many members of the General Assembly will be ending their session for the last time this year. Michael Pope reports.
State lawmakers unlikely to move forward with a marijuana marketplace this year
Posted in Virginia's News on February 22, 2023
Lawmakers are wrapping up their General Assembly session this year. Michael Pope reports they are likely to leave town without taking action on creating a retail market for marijuana.
The effort to allow a casino referendum in Petersburg is dead, but the debate rolls on
Posted in Virginia's News on February 22, 2023
Virginia now has four casinos that are up and running or will be soon, and as Michael Pope reports, lawmakers in Richmond are debating where to put a fifth.
Virginia House and Senate at odds over electric utility regulation
Posted in Virginia's News on February 21, 2023
Lawmakers are wrestling with the details of how electric regulation should work and what kind of profit the utility providers should make. Michael Pope reports.
Will state lawmakers come to a budget agreement this week?
Posted in Virginia's News on February 21, 2023
Members of the General Assembly are expected to end their legislative session this weekend. But, as Michael Pope reports, they might end up leaving town without passing a budget.
Descendants of Massive Resistance victims may soon be eligible for scholarships
Posted in Virginia's News on February 17, 2023
Governor Glenn Youngkin is considering a bill aimed at providing reparations for massive resistance. Michael Pope reports.
Should kratom products sold in Virginia come with a warning label?
Posted in Virginia's News on February 17, 2023
Lawmakers are considering a bill that would require new warning labels for kratom. Michael Pope reports.
Pope & Schapiro: A budget standoff and a looming end of session
Posted in Virginia's News on February 17, 2023
Time is winding down on the General Assembly session – which is set to adjourn next week.
Michael Pope and Jeff Shcapiro, political columnist at the Richmond Times-Dispatch, discuss what is left on the agenda and the week that was in state politics.
Could Virginia soon have an official pony?
Posted in Virginia's News on February 16, 2023
Virginia may be about to get a new official state pony. Michael Pope reports.
Who keeps watch over Virginia’s animal shelters?
Posted in Virginia's News on February 16, 2023
There are 155 animal shelters in Virginia, all of them regulated by the state. One is currently in the spotlight – the subject of an ongoing protest by former employees and volunteers. Sandy Hausman reports from Charlottesville.
Lawmakers unlikely to pass resolution acknowledging a dark chapter in Virginia history
Posted in Virginia's News on February 15, 2023
An effort that would’ve required Virginia to acknowledge the unethical use of Black bodies by medical institutions is on hold for now. Michael Pope explains.
A bill creating a psilocybin advisory board has failed
Posted in Virginia's News on February 15, 2023
Lawmakers in Richmond have legalized marijuana although they are still working on creating a retail market. Meanwhile, as Michael Pope tells us, they’re also debating the use of psychedelic mushrooms.
Virginia leaders to FBI: Build your new headquarters here
Posted in Virginia's News on February 15, 2023
On Wednesday, Virginia leaders from both sides of the aisle came together with one common goal – convincing the FBI to build its new headquarters in the Commonwealth. Nick Gilmore has details.
Should bicycles be required to stop at intersections?
Posted in Virginia's News on February 14, 2023
Lawmakers in Richmond are debating how automobiles and bicycles can share the road. Michael Pope reports.
A bill aimed at transgender youth is expected to die in the state Senate later this week
Posted in Virginia's News on February 14, 2023
Lawmakers in Richmond are considering bills aimed at transgender youth. Michael Pope reports.
A bill protecting medical workers from violence has bipartisan support
Posted in Virginia's News on February 13, 2023
Physicians and health providers may be about to get new protections against violence. Michael Pope explains.
Another bill backed by Governor Youngkin is dead for the session
Posted in Virginia's News on February 13, 2023
Virginia’s governor may be one of the most powerful governors in the country. But, as Michael Pope reports, he still has to deal with a legislature that can derail his agenda.
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