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- $25 Million Worth Of Giant Clam Shells Seized In The Philippines April 18, 2021The raid Friday was the third giant clam bust in just over a month. Since the beginning of March, about $30 million worth of giant clams have been seized from illegal operations.
- SpaceX Wins $2.9 Billion Contract For Next Lunar Lander April 17, 2021The company beat out two others in its bid to develop a lunar lander that will bring Americans back to the moon in the coming years.
- Producer Scott Rudin Steps Back From Broadway Following Allegations Of Bullying April 17, 2021The producer announced Saturday that he would take a step back after allegations of bullying and workplace misconduct were reported this month.
- Indianapolis Sikh Community Mourns 4 Of Its Members Killed In Shooting April 17, 2021"These kinds of violent attacks are a threat to all of us," said community member Maninder Singh Walia. The gunman's motive in attacking a FedEx warehouse on Thursday night is still unknown.
- Global COVID-19 Deaths Top 3 Million April 17, 2021The largest number of deaths have come in the United States, Brazil, Mexico, India and the United Kingdom. The pandemic death toll reached 1 million in September 2020 and 2 million in January.
- $25 Million Worth Of Giant Clam Shells Seized In The Philippines April 18, 2021
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- Salisbury poisoning agents 'linked to Czech blast' April 17, 2021The Czech Republic has expelled 18 Russian diplomats in retaliation following the explosion claim.
- Prince Philip funeral: William and Harry seen chatting after ceremony April 17, 2021The funeral of their grandfather marked the princes’ first public appearance together in more than a year.
- Covid: Gig with no social distancing to be part of government pilot April 17, 2021Ticket-holders for the outdoor concert in Liverpool will have to provide proof a negative test.
- Liam Scarlett: Former Royal Ballet choreographer dies at 35 April 17, 2021The internationally-known former Royal Ballet dancer had faced allegations of sexual misconduct.
- PM 'risks losing red wall' over lobbying 'shame' April 18, 2021Senior Tory Sir Bernard Jenkin warns Boris Johnson about the crisis escalating in Whitehall.
- Salisbury poisoning agents 'linked to Czech blast' April 17, 2021
