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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The Virginia Press Room is a weekly podcast that brings listeners the latest insights and analysis on Virginia’s most important stories directly from the journalists covering them. Produced in collaboration between VPM and the Virginia Public Access Project, the series is hosted by journalist and author, Michael Pope, and features a rotating cast of reporters from the Virginia press corps. The Virginia Press Room offers a behind-the-scenes look at state politics, policy and the issues shapin ...
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RVA’s Got Issues delves into politics and big issues in the news that are defining life in and around Richmond, Virginia. Should taxes be raised to build a new baseball stadium? Should old schools get a makeover or be replaced? Are more bike lanes a good idea? Host Rich Meagher will speak with guests who shed light on the present, past and future implications of these questions. And in a time when faith in government is at an all-time low, many people say they can’t make a difference in poli ...
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The kingdom of God is being revealed on earth through Jesus Christ. What does that mean for us? At VictoryPoint, we join God's mission by making and multiplying disciples who give their whole lives to being like Jesus and doing what he did. This podcast is a collection of messages from our worship gatherings. Join us in person. vpm.org.
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Highlighting true stories of Black people’s fight for liberation, progress and joy from the Civil War to the Civil Rights Movement and beyond. Seizing Freedom illustrates the myriad ways Black people have sought and defined their own freedom in spite of the monumental forces at work to keep them from it.
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In this six-part podcast series, we showcase stories of refugees as they adjust to their new lives in Virginia. These personal stories are woven together with useful teaching moments about the resettlement process. Season one will consist of six thematic episodes, which aim to bring the listener into the daily lives of refugees through field interviews (at home, work and school), personally-recorded audio diaries and reflective studio interviews.Hosted by Ahmed Badr, a writer, social entrepr ...
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Welcome to the Property Management Business Podcast, hosted by Marc Cunningham, a veteran property manager with over 40 years of experience. This podcast offers practical insights for both beginners and experienced property managers, including topics such as industry trends, growing your business, increasing your income, marketing strategies, financial management, owner & tenant relations, and regulatory compliance. Learn valuable tips from an industry expert as you build, grow, and protect ...
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A podcast intended for general cryptocurrency enthusiasts with an emphasis on Litecoin developments, news, etc.
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How AI Happens features experts and practitioners explaining their work at the cutting edge of Artificial Intelligence. Tune in to hear AI Researchers, Data Scientists, ML Engineers, and the leaders of today’s most exciting AI companies explain the newest and most challenging facets of their field. Powered by Sama.
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12/9/25 - A look into the OSIG report on Bon Air JCC
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6:11Read more State audit validates areas of concern at Bon Air JCC Avula, Richmond City Council kick off collaborative budget process Other links Virginia businesses eye possible pivots after hemp hampered in federal stopgap spending bill (Virginia Mercury) This is how the tiny town of Gordonsville raised millions for a new swimming pool and park (Cha…
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64. How We Increase Owner Leads Through Our Website with Chris Springer of PMW
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1:03:06Facing slower owner leads? Marc Cunningham welcomes Chris Springer of Property Manager Websites (PMW) and Rentvine to dissect the essential, ultra-specific strategies PMs need to win in today's market. Marc shares the unorthodox reason why he started working with PMA and Chris details how PMW scales while keeping service personal. PMW announces the…
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12/8/25 - Will Virginia Dems change the ‘right-to-work' law?
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6:26Read more Right-to-work reforms possible for Virginia On the agenda: real estate taxes, transparency and cybersecurity Nash Road extension opens in Chesterfield County VPM News Short: 🦝🍾 Raccoon’s ABC Bender 🍾🦝 Other links Virginia could tweak its eviction diversion program law next year, legislators say (Virginia Mercury) LGBT Life Center, other h…
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The Blue Sweep, Youngkin's Legacy, and 2025 In Review
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42:16In this episode of The Virginia Press Room, Michael Pope is joined by: Kate Seltzer of the Virginian-Pilot, covering open questions about the state's Homeland Security Task Force. Marcus Schmidt of the Virginia Mercury, covering the purple caucus in this year's General Assembly. Jahd Khalil of VPM News, covering the blue sweep in the 2025 election.…
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‘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. This month we discuss the results of November's historic state elections and what they mean for Virginia over the next few years, what to expect from the Genera…
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BizSense Beat: Westford Glen, Best Products, Virginia Transit Co.
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5:21VPM News Host Lyndon Germam and BizSense reporter Jonathan Spiers discuss the Richmond region's top business stories. This week's episode they talk about a rejected housing development in Henrico County, the fate the former Best Products building and a new restaurant crafted by shipping containers coming to Richmond.…
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12/5/25 - UVA’s interim president defends DOJ agreement
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6:40Read more UVA interim president defends federal agreement to General Assembly Longtime public media CEO Charles Sydnor Jr. dies at 82 Other links Many Richmond streets to see closures for Dominion Energy Christmas Parade (WRIC) After 36 years, suburban growth along I-95 corridor finally caught up with Del. Bobby Orrock (Cardinal News) FBI arrests s…
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12/4/25 - Henrico supervisors ax Three Chopt District proposal
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6:27Read more Charlottesville moves to acquire land parcels via eminent domain Richmond School Board approves Armstrong-Kennedy High renaming Shonda Harris-Muhammed steps down from Richmond School Board Other links Chesapeake Bay region leaders approve revised agreement, commit to cleanup through 2040 (WHRO News) Paint it black: Martinsville’s report o…
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12/3/25 - 15th Senate District special election slated for Jan. 6
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5:53Read more Richmond City auditor finds nearly 50 unfixed, high-risk issues Virginia Democrats push forward with 2026 redistricting efforts Updated: Who in Virginia is running for US Senate in 2026? VPM News Short: Gobbles Up Other links Brown's Island gets $30M makeover: What's coming to one of Richmond's favorite spots (WTVR) Spanberger begins Cabi…
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What is it about Richmond that makes it a Tattoo City, maybe THE Tattoo City? Rich talks to working artists about the RVA tattoo scene. He also does something he hasn’t done in years: get his own tattoo. Guests: Amy Black, Amy Black Tattoos https://amyblacktattoos.com/ Roman Walston, Black Rabbit Tattoos https://www.blackrabbitrva.com/…
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12/1/25 - Virginia legislators are planning AI guardrails
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9:58Read more State lawmakers eye flexible bills for AI usage in health care settings Henrico selects Cari Tretina as new economic development director Virginia could be a key state in countering Trump's redistricting push (VPM News on NPR!) Other links Most Richmonders got accurate tax rebate checks, but review finds $115K in possible overpayments (Th…
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Student Journalism, Presidential Searches, and Scholarship Changes
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50:45In this episode of The Virginia Press Room, Michael Pope is joined by: Julia Gwin of Theogony, covering policy-violating patdowns at ACPS football games. Ford McCracken of the Cavalier Daily, covering the conflict between UVA's presidential search committee and governor-elect Spanberger. Andrew Kerley of the Commonwealth Times, covering VCU's alter…
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BizSense Beat: CoStar Group, GRTC transfer station, VCU dormitory
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5:06VPM News Host Lyndon German and BizSense Reporter Jackie DiBartolomeo discuss the Richmond region's top business stories. This week's topics include CoStar Group's corporate campus, the development of GRTC's central transfer station and VCU's Grace Street dorm project taking shape.By VPM News
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11/28/25 - Advisory council at odds with money committees over budget
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5:13Read more Youngkin advisers 'cautiously optimistic' about future tax revenues State regulators partially OK Dominion Energy bill increases Other links Official obituary of Solomon W. Jefferson (1977–2025) Virginia drivers navigate new seat belt law, express lanes during Thanksgiving week (Virginia Mercury) Virginians on health insurance marketplace…
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Read more Chesterfield County turkey gobbles up social media attention Campus food pantries strained by disruptions to federal nutrition benefits Our award-winning work is made possible with your donations. Visit vpm.org/donate to support local journalism.By VPM News
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It’s almost Thanksgiving, so Rich shares three stories about all the things we’re thankful for: about birthday parties; about getting up off the couch; and about kids reading poetry – specifically, Rich's kid. We’re highlighting the members of our community making RVA just a little bit brighter, a little bit happier, a little bit stronger. Guests: …
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Read more Chesterfield gives Shady Hill mobile home park extra time to fix violations Virginia's rules for felons to regain voting rights could change soon Other links Map: More than 600 Flock camera locations in Hampton Roads are public for the first time (Virginian-Pilot)* ‘It's this big, huge wall': 3-story Virginia home addition sparks building…
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63. How to get hard to rent properties rented with Vanessa Anderson of Tenant Turner
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52:35Struggling with high vacancy rates in a slow rental market? You're not alone. The national average days on market has peaked near 45, making old "order-taking" leasing methods ineffective. Vanessa Anderson of Tenant Turner reveals the sobering data on current rental trends and, most crucially, the specific, automated strategies needed to secure a l…
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11/24/25 - Richmond City may have to return $1.3M in federal funding
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6:19Read more Richmond may have to return $1.3M in COVID-era funding to the federal government Ex-UVA student gets five life sentences for 2022 fatal shooting Chesterfield gives Shady Hill mobile home park extra time to fix violations Other links Faculty question the motives behind FOIA requests for course materials, text messages (The Cavalier Daily) …
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The Revolutionary War, Jefferson's Legacy, and America's Semiquincentennial
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49:58In this episode of The Virginia Press Room, Michael Pope is joined by: Michael Kranish of the Washington Post, covering how the words on the Jefferson Memorial were doctored. Dwayne Yancey of Cardinal News, covering the story of Black Loyalists who escaped slavery in Virginia to go to Nova Scotia. Pam Cressey, Archaeologist for the City of Alexandr…
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BizSense Beat: Richmond Code Refresh, Roseshire lawsuit, The Virginia Home
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5:08VPM News Host Lyndon German and BizSense Reporter Jack Jacobs discuss the Richmond region's top business stories. This week's topics include the city of Richmond's efforts to refresh its zoning ordinances, Henrico County's lawsuit against the state racing commission, and the groundbreaking of an assisted living facility in Hanover County.…
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11/21/25 - UVA charged thousands for public records detailing Ryan’s ouster
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4:24Henrico state of the county address; Virginia could require license to buy a gun; Democrats file bill to raise minimum wage; and more. Read More: Questions remain in dispute over Jim Ryan’s exit at UVABy VPM News
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Read more Gas rates rising faster than inflation in Richmond Petersburg’s first casino is set to open early next year — in a tent Demand grows at Virginia food banks amidst federal cuts Other links Immigration attorney: Hampton Roads likely next target for immigration agents, already in Raleigh area (WAVY) DEI cuts at Virginia Tech total more than …
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11/19/25 - Hanover, Henrico residents oppose new data center
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5:00Read more Residents voice opposition to Hanover data center proposal New documentary looks back at World War II from one family’s perspective Watch “She said, he said” over UVA president’s resignation (VPM on YouTube) Judge scolds Justice Department for 'profound investigative missteps' in Comey case Other links Virginia drought conditions (Departm…
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Kenya Gibson on Transparency and Politics
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30:45Ever since she started in Richmond politics, Rich had been hearing about Kenya Gibson. First on the Richmond School Board, now on the City Council, she always seems like she has something important to say. And she is going to say it, even if it ruffles some feathers. Rich finally sits down with her to find out: what makes her tick? Guest: Kenya Gib…
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11/18/25 - RPS planning to overhaul aging buildings
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5:20Richmond Public Schools outlines framework for 10-year facilities upgrade Updated: SCOVA declines review of Youngkin's university appointments Other links: The Town of Louisa faced five resignations in less than a year. Now it’s trying to rebuild (Charlottesville Tomorrow) Plan for dedicated Metro funding wins support from key D.C. region leaders (…
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Shutdown Calculus, Legislature Demographics, and the Republican Reaction
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45:31In this episode of The Virginia Press Room, Michael Pope is joined by: Liz Crampton of Politico, covering how Virginia Republicans are reckoning with last week's crushing electoral loss. Michael Martz of the Richmond Times-Dispatch, covering how Virginia's Senators Tim Kaine and Mark Warner handled voting to end the government shutdown. Keyris Manz…
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11/17/25 - Everybody’s writing letters about UVA’s president search
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5:49Read more: Former UVA President Jim Ryan disputes rector's account of his resignation Spanberger, Youngkin spar over UVA board appointments, president search St. Joseph’s Villa opens rapid rehousing center in Henrico County On the agenda: Richmond zoning refresh, Albemarle road extension Other links: Higher SOL cut scores coming, but not this year,…
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BizSense Beat: Final Gravity Brewing, Manchester property purchase
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5:03VPM News Host Lyndon German and BizSense Reporter Mike Platania discuss the Richmond's region's top business stories. This week's stories include the sale of the beloved Lakeside Avenue brewery Final Gravity Brewing Co. and an out-of-state developer's Southside property purchase.By VPM News
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11/14/25 - Chesterfield County students could get a new school holiday
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5:05Read more VCU changed scholarship for descendants of the enslaved to align with anti-DEI policies Federal judge rules ICE unlawfully detained immigrant teens without bond Chesterfield parent launches push to make Diwali a CCPS holiday Inside VPM’s new Downtown Richmond HQ Other links Bon Air jail guard pleads to sexually assaulting underage inmate …
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11/13/25 - SNAP recipients should recieve benefits today
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6:45Read More: Youngkin says a portion of SNAP benefits should be paid out Thursday Richmond School Board approves collective bargaining changes Richmond City Council creates city’s first rental inspection program Other links: Spanberger asks U.Va. Board of Visitors to delay appointment of new president (The Cavailer Daily) City’s lawyers say there’s n…
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11/12/25 - Richmond Tree Week sees hundreds of trees planted
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6:35Read more Kaine says protecting Virginia federal workers behind vote to end shutdown Reforest Richmond’s Tree Week plants the seeds of a greener city Other links Goochland supervisors OK controversial data center district proposal With SNAP benefits at risk, a guide on where to donate food, money and resources in RVA Our award-winning work is made …
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Richmond has come a long way since our "murder capital" days, but the problem of gun violence persists, challenging our assumptions about how it happens. Can new data, new approaches – and a new city office – end gun violence in Richmond? Plus: we hear from an after-school program for kids that might be part of the solution. Guests: Greg Hopkins, O…
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62. Managing 4500 Doors with Kyle Stephenson of KRS Holdings
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53:09Running a 4500-door property management firm isn't all smoking cigars and napping on hammocks. Kyle Stephenson of KRS Holdings reveals the intense, balanced structure behind his massive scale, from a rigid daily schedule to his unorthodox, but wildly effective, team culture. You'll hear the shocking event that solidifies staff loyalty (hint: it inv…
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Candidate Speeches, President Trump's Influence, and The Blue Tsunami
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42:38Lauren Burke of Black Virginia News, covering the thirteen state House seats that Democrats flipped to give them a 64-36 majority. Chris Saxman of the VIP Podcast, covering the waning influence of Donald Trump in Virginia's Republican turnout. Rich Meagher of RVA's Got Issues, covering the victory and concession speeches from Abigail Spanberger and…
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11/10/26 - Richmond officials prepare for more shutdown
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5:34Read more After election, paid family leave approval likely next year Photo essay: Amid historic election, Virginians long for change On the agenda: Richmond rental inspection program, RPS collective bargaining Richmond prepares to weather continuing federal shutdown Our award-winning work is made possible with your donations. Visit vpm.org/donate …
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BizSense Beat: Diamond District, Shamin Hotels, RVA's Top 25
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4:56VPM Host Lyndon German and BizSense Reporter Jonathan Spiers discuss the Richmond region's top business stories. This week they dive in into a local law firm looking to move into the Diamond District, the region's largest hotelier's investment in Chesterfield County and BizSense's annual ranking of the top businesses in the region.…
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11/7/25 - Virginia Dems prepare for 2026 after election “tsunami”
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5:11Read more Virginia Democrats plan to capitalize on 2025 'tsunami' Bill Lupoletti, WRIR co-founder, remembered as ‘passionate connector’ Chesterfield County names interim supervisor to replace Jim Holland Former Newport News teacher shot by her 6-year-old student wins a $10M jury verdict Our award-winning work is made possible with your donations. V…
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In this episode of The Virginia Press Room, Michael Pope is joined by Jahd Khalil of VPM News, plus Democratic strategist Ben Tribbett and Republican strategist Jeff Ryer to break down this week's elections, which saw a Democratic sweep across races for statewide office and the General Assembly. -- The Virginia Press Room is a weekly podcast …
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11/6/25 - Democrats continue to sweep Virginia elections
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8:01Read more: SCOVA hears arguments in suit over Youngkin's university board appointments Spanberger, Virginia's first woman governor, says she'll defy Trump's 'bad policies' ICYMI: What will the 2026 House of Delegates look like? Our award-winning work is made possible with your donations. Visit vpm.org/donate to support local journalism.…
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11/5/25 - Abigail Spanberger wins, Winsome Earle-Sears concedes
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5:03We’re only going to say this once: All results remain unofficial until certified by the state. More election coverage Democrats sweep Virginia's statewide offices, expand House majority Results: What will the 2026 House of Delegates look like? Jason Miyares concedes in attorney general race to Democrat Jay Jones Watch the moment VPM News announced …
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In Richmond, the poverty rate has gone down pretty dramatically in the past few years. That’s hard to do, and it’s not getting any easier in this environment of federal cuts and chaos. So a lot of folks are looking at our city and asking, how are we doing it? Rich sits down with the head of the city’s Office of Community Wealth Building to find out…
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Psst! Tonight (Nov. 4), we’ll be broadcasting live updates on VPM News — however you listen. Read (or listen) more VPM News' 2025 election coverage VPM News’ FAQ to voting in Virginia Check your voter registration and polling place Listen to the VPM News radio stream on our website (or direct) Policy Matters: October 30, 2025 Our award-winning work…
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11/3/25 - Where does Virginia’s next governor stand on child care?
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7:02Read more Where do Winsome Earle-Sears and Abigail Spanberger stand on child care? How to vote in Tuesday’s elections Virginia Senate votes to propose redistricting amendment Obama supports Spanberger at Norfolk rally during campaign's final days Our award-winning work is made possible with your donations. Visit vpm.org/donate to support local jo…
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SNAP Backup, Business Sentiment, and This Week's Election
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54:17.In this episode of The Virginia Press Room, Michael Pope is joined by: Karina Elwood of The Washington Post, covering the report that says allegations of school-assisted abortions in Fairfax County are likely false. Billy Shields of VPM News, covering the state-run emergency nutrition assistance program unveiled by Governor Youngkin. Trevor Baratk…
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‘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.By VPM News
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BizSense Beat: Ryan Homes, Richmond Coliseum, John Rolfe YMCA
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5:14VPM News Host Lyndon German and BizSense's Jackie DiBartolomeo discuss the Richmond region's top business stories. This week they talk about a massive home development in Chesterfield County, the potential demolition of the Richmond Coliseum and a community led-effort to save a local gym in Henrico County.…
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10/31/25 - Has Richmond always been this big on Halloween?
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9:38Today's the last day for VPM’s Fall 2025 membership campaign! Click or tap here to see our matching challenges. Read more Curious Commonwealth asks: Has Richmond always been a Halloween town? Health insurance customers face uncertainty as open enrollment begins Latino candidates look to shape Virginia's political future Richmond’s elections off…
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10/30/25 - Virginia House passes amendment text along party lines
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5:28A first look at cannabis sales in Virginia sheds light on pot preferences in the commonwealth; and a technology overhaul means layoffs for Goochland-based CarMax. Read more House of Delegates passes redistricting amendment Tazewell judge denies injunction against GA redistricting effort Blue Ridge Area Food Bank reports record levels of food insecu…
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10/29/25 - Virginia Dems file 2026 redistricting amendment draft
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7:50Plus: Gov. Glenn Youngkin unveils a new state-run emergency nutrition assistance program. Read more Virginia delegates file 2026 redistricting amendment draft Youngkin unveils state-run emergency nutrition assistance program ICYMI: VPM News' interview questions for Jason Miyares ICYMI (also) Jay Jones: Families 'desperate' for attorney general to …
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