VPM Daily Newscast

VPM's daily newscast contains all your Central Virginia news in just 5 to 10 minutes. Hosted by Benjamin Dolle, Phil Liles, Kim Strother and VPM News staff, episodes are recorded the night before so you can wake up prepared.

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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.
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2/6/25 - Virginia’s House, Senate pass proposal...
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.
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1/23/25 - Richmond hires Midwest firm to invest...
It will cost approximately $234,000.
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1/22/25 – State lawmakers try to prep in case M...
Over 600,000 Virginians would be affected.
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1/21/25 – State commission approves bill inspir...
Also: Chesterfield County appointed its new superintendent.
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BizSense Beat: January 17, 2025
Mrs. Bee's Juice Bar moves to Jackson Ward; A new wave of townhomes is coming to Westchester Commons, and Carytown's Byrd Theatre has started replacing its balcony seats.
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VPM Daily Newscast: Data centers, school vouche...
State Sen. Russet Perry, a Loudoun County Democrat, is leading a bipartisan coalition to set rules for the high-tech facilities.
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1/16/25 - Richmond DPU director resigns, interi...
Anthony Scott Morris will begin immediately as DPU’s acting chief.
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