Posts Tagged Local Governments
Many Localities Across Virginia Facing Tough Budget Decisions Thanks to COVID-19
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 9, 2020
Local governments across Virginia are now reassessing their budgets for the coming year. Michael Pope has this report on what to expect.
New Local Government Exchange Program Pairs Communities Across the State
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 6, 2020
Alexandria Mayor Justin Wilson, left, chats with Norton Mayor Joseph Fawbush at the Executive Mansion. The two cities have been paired as part of Gov. Ralph Northam’s Local Government Exchange Program. (Credit: Michael Pope)
Governor Ralph Northam is launching an effort aimed at forging new lines of communication across local governments in Virginia. Michael Pope reports.
New Democratic Majority Could Work to Give Local Governments More Authority
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on November 14, 2019
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Many General Assembly Democrats campaigned on changing the way guns and environmental issues are regulated. Michael Pope reports part of that change may mean giving more flexibility to local governments.
Public Business Requires Advance Notice, Although it Doesn’t Always Work Out That Way
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on August 15, 2019
Members of the Norfolk School Board are facing criticism over meeting without public notice. It’s an issue that every Planning Commission and water-control board in Virginia has to deal with. Michael Pope reports.
How Much Local Government Business Should Go On Behind Closed Doors?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on June 1, 2018
A legal fight over public access to local government is raising new questions about Virginia’s Freedom of Information law. Michael Pope has the story.
When It Comes to Cell Towers, Lawmakers Are Divided on Local Government Role
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 9, 2018
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How much control should local governments have over where cell towers go up? Lawmakers in Richmond are divided. Michael Pope is at the Capitol with the latest.
Should Local Offices in Virginia Remain Nonpartisan?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on December 8, 2016
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Should candidates for local offices be identified as Republicans or Democrats in Virginia? That’s an issue now being considered by the courts. Michael Pope reports.
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From NPR News- This ATM at Art Basel has a twist: It posts a picture of you with your bank balance December 3, 2022The ATM created by art collective MSCHF puts the cash balance of those who use it on display at the Art Basel in Miami Beach and ranks people by wealth.
- The U.S.'s 2022 World Cup run is over after falling to the Netherlands, 3-1 December 3, 2022The Dutch were favored and higher-ranked but the U.S. had found ways to keep moving on during the World Cup. But the Netherlands' high-powered offense was too much for the Americans.
- Thousands protest in South Korea in support of truckers December 3, 2022Demonstrators marched in South Korea's capital denouncing government attempts to force thousands of striking truckers back to work after they walked out in a dispute over the price of freight.
- Beijing and other cities in China end required COVID-19 tests for public transit December 3, 2022The slight relaxation of testing requirements comes follows protests across China by residents frustrated by the rigid enforcement of anti-virus restrictions.
- Mpox will not be renewed as a public health emergency next year December 3, 2022Cases of Mpox, which was previously named monkeypox, peaked in August and fell steadily over the past months to a daily average of seven new cases by the end of November.
- This ATM at Art Basel has a twist: It posts a picture of you with your bank balance December 3, 2022
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- Father of girl, 4, fighting for life with Strep A infection is 'praying for a miracle' December 3, 2022Dean Burns urges other parents with any concerns about their children's health to get them checked.
- Netherlands 3-1 USA: Dutch overcome USA to book quarter-final spot December 3, 2022The Netherlands survive a late scare against the United States to move into the World Cup quarter-finals with a ruthless display of finishing.
- Ukraine war: Russia says it will not accept oil price cap December 3, 2022The measure - due to come into force on Monday - intensifies pressure on Russia over the Ukraine invasion.
- Cyril Ramaphosa: South Africa leader won't resign, says spokesman December 3, 2022Cyril Ramaphosa is accused of keeping large sums of cash on his farm then covering up its theft.
- Pele in hospital: Messages of support from across football for Brazil great December 3, 2022Messages of support for Brazil great Pele are sent from across the world while the three-time World Cup winner is being treated in hospital.
- Father of girl, 4, fighting for life with Strep A infection is 'praying for a miracle' December 3, 2022
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