This VPM News supercast contains Central Virginia's news in just 5 to 10 minutes. Hosted by Kim Strother and VPM News editors, episodes are (usually) recorded the night before so you can wake up prepared.
2/21/25 - General Assembly reaches tentative bu...
Lawmakers can vote Saturday before adjourning sine die.
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2/20/25 - A new study on mental health and well...
The study also found that other factors like stigma and lack of healthcare access also contributed to mental health barriers.
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2/19/25 - Lawmakers seek additional military tu...
Last year, the General Assembly overhauled, then repealed VMSDEP changes amid public outcry.
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2/18/25 - Multiple bills claiming to address te...
The author of one of the bills said the intent wasn’t to stifle free speech
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BizSense Beat: February 14, 2025
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2/14/25 - RVA report says no safety protocol at...
An earlier review called conditions at the facility "severe."
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2/13/25 - State lawmakers have days to resolve ...
The various legislation funds, loosen restrictions on midwife and doula care — and expands Medicaid access.
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2/12/25 - Communication issues between the City...
After action reports were released by Henrico officials on Tuesday.
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2/11/25 - More wintry weather expected in the r...
The storm could bring inches of heavy, wet snow to many parts of Virginia.
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2/10/25 - Virginia House to consider contracept...
Gov. Glenn Youngkin vetoed a similar bill last year.
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BizSense Beat: February 7, 2025
A Maryland-based developed reached a plea agreement on embezzlement charges related to a South Richmond development; A new data park could be coming to Chesterfield; and a new interview reveals the secrets behind the Duke's Mayo ads.
Many of the provisions are nearly sure to be eliminated, since they fund legislation Youngkin vetoed last year
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BizSense Beat: January 31, 2025
Hoffman & Associates agreed to purchase an entire city block at 3200 W. Moore St. for a mixed-use development; Haleon is investing $54.2 million to upgrade its existing building at 1211 Sherwood Ave.; Richmond-based Spy Rock Real Estate Group submitted plans to build an apartment complex at 10800 Center View Drive, where Midlothian Athletic Club currently stands; and Rachel and Milton Rodriguez are preparing to open Taco Vegana at 1004 Oakwood Ave.
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2/6/25 - The bill faced opposition from represe...
Rural representatives had concerns their districts would have solar projects forced on them, threatening forest and farmland.
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2/5/25 - VCU Health patient among transgender c...
The lawsuit was filed Tuesday in the U.S. District Court for the District of Maryland.
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2/4/25 - The Virginia House and Senate are most...
The next step in the process is for both chambers to resolve their differences.
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2/3/25 - How President Donald Trump relocated f...
Trump pledged last year to move 100,000 workers out of the D.C. metro.
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Policy Matters: January 30, 2025
‘Policy Matters’ is your window into Virginia politics with VPAP. It's our monthly roundup of the top political headlines from across Virginia, powered by VPAP’s daily e-newsletter, VaNews.
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01/31/25 - Medicaid, ADUs and minimum wage prop...
A GA bill would provide health care to pregnant people who are incarcerated
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1/30/25 - General Assembly preps budget amid fe...
A federal judge temporarily halted the sweeping order from taking effect on Tuesday.
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01/29/25 - General Assembly budget showdown
Legislators advanced a number of tax proposals, while killing most of Gov. Glenn Youngkin’s.
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1/28/25 - Bills on invasive plant species heade...
Fairfax Del. Holly Seibold says informational signs could help reduce the spread of invasive plant species in the commonwealth.
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1/27/25 - Inside the UVA School of Medicine tea...
The Division of Perceptual Studies was established in 1967.
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BizSense Beat: January 24, 2025
Richmond's Greyhound bus station is set for redevelopment; Chimbo Sandwich Shop is coming to Church Hill; and a new cat cafe is coming to the Fan.
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1/24/25 - VDH to issue the City of Richmond a N...
The city says the notice is a “necessary and planned part” of working with the health department to address the recent water issues.