VPM Daily Newscast
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.
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3/26/26 - Richmond’s mayor emcees first State o...
Housing and development are primary focuses of RVA’s growth.
5 min
2
3/25/26 - Gov. Spanberger to consider legislati...
The legislation would provide local school districts with guidelines for "the safe, ethical, and equitable use" of AI systems.
5 min
3
3/24/26 - Governor Spanberger makes a push for ...
She says Virginia’s voters will make the final call
4 min
4
3/23/26 - Who were the "Donut Dollies"?
A new documentary from VPM PBS explores their history.
10 min
5
BizSense Beat: Virginia's retail marijuana mark...
4 min
6
3/20/26 - Medical malpractice in Virginia was n...
Then it wasn't. What happened?
3 min
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3/19/26 - Collective bargaining rights may be e...
But some college faculty members say being left out makes them vulnerable
5 min
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3/18/26 - Virginia’s own Pasquantino reps Italy...
The first baseman achieved internet fame celebrating home runs with espresso
5 min
9
3/17/26 - Henrico County proposes ~$1.4B FY27 b...
Also: Tysons Corner added to the casino-eligible locations.
2 min
10
3/16/26 - General Assembly ends regular session...
The legislative ball is now in Gov. Abigail Spanberger’s court.
4 min
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BizSense Beat: Model Tobacco auction, Richmond ...
4 min
12
3/13/26 - Virginia lawmakers have not reached a...
The General Assembly is set to end tomorrow.
6 min
13
3/12/26 - UVA Law students push back on Harmeet...
Dhillon’s office played role in former President Jim Ryan's resignation
5 min
14
3/11/26 - Virginia voters start weighing in on ...
That referendum closes on April 21st, amid ongoing legal challenges.
5 min
15
3/10/26 - Senate panel kicks independent gaming...
Gov. Abigail Spanberger’s administration wants the General Assembly to consolidate how the industry is regulated.
4 min
16
3/9/26 - Virginia Democrats propose more protec...
If passed and signed, the rent grace period would go from 5 to 14 days.
4 min
17
BizSense Beat: Midlothian Depot, Richmond FY27 ...
4 min
18
3/6/26 - Virginia lawmakers want to change medi...
GA members made last-minute changes to the legislation around it
6 min
19
3/5/26 - Virginia Supreme Court greenlights red...
Also: Sen. Kaine–led War Powers Resolution fails in DC.
10 min
20
3/4/26 - Lawmakers debate the fate of data cent...
Data centers argue their revenue offsets the loss, while proponents say it’s time they pay their fair share
4 min
21
3/3/26 - Early voting on redistricting amendmen...
This comes despite efforts to litigate the effort
3 min
22
3/2/26 - Richmond Police extend contract with F...
Some city residents want RPD to stop using the ALPRs found in the city.
4 min
23
Policy Matters: February 26, 2026
The General Assembly crosses over and redistricting continues to face legal challenges.
3 min
24
BizSense Beat: Sports Backers Stadium, Proctor'...
4 min
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2/27/26 - Virginia moves Congressional Primary ...
Deadlines for registration and applications for mail-in ballots have also changed.
4 min