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VPM s daily newscast contains all your Central Virginia news in just 5 to 10 minutes. Hosted by Benjamin Dolle, episodes are recorded the night before so you can wake up prepared.
Listeners can subscribe through NPR One, Apple Podcasts, Megaphone, Spotify and wherever you get your podcasts.
Here’s a recap of the top stories on the morning of Tuesday, April 27, 2021:
After years of campaigning, the Richmond Public Defender’s office could finally get the funding it’s been asking for. As the city deliberates the budget, which begins July 1, public defenders say it should keep equal justice in mind.
Prince William County Del. Hala Ayala got a boost in her campaign to become the Democratic nominee for Lieutenant Governor yesterday. State Democratic leaders, including Gov. Ralph Northam, gave Ayala the biggest endorsements in the race so far.
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VPM s daily newscast contains all your Central Virginia news in just 5 to 10 minutes. Hosted by Benjamin Dolle, episodes are recorded the night before so you can wake up prepared.
Listeners can subscribe through NPR One, Apple Podcasts, Megaphone, Spotify and wherever you get your podcasts.
Here’s a recap of the top stories on the morning of Friday, April 23, 2021:
Gov. Ralph Northam is loosening some of the restrictions put in place to stop the spread of the coronavirus. In a video released yesterday, Northam credited a strong vaccine rollout for allowing the changes.
Virginia is now fully in Phase 2 of administering the COVID-19 vaccine. All residents 16 and older are currently eligible to get a shot. As of yesterday, over 3.5 million Virginians have received at least one dose, and over 26% of the state’s population has been fully vaccinated. Virginians can register for the vaccine online or call (877)-VAX-IN-VA.
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VPM s daily newscast contains all your Central Virginia news in just 5 to 10 minutes. Hosted by Benjamin Dolle, episodes are recorded the night before so you can wake up prepared.
Listeners can subscribe through NPR One, Apple Podcasts, Megaphone, Spotify and wherever you get your podcasts.
Here’s a recap of the top stories on the morning of Wednesday, April 21, 2021:
State leaders have been reacting to the jury’s verdict that former Minneapolis police-officer Derek Chavin is guilty on all counts in the murder of George Floyd. Governor Ralph Northam says the verdict an important step towards police accountability, but there is still a lot of work ahead. Northam said in a statement that he prays the decision brings comfort to Floyd’s loved ones, and quote “may we honor his legacy by continuing on this march towards justice and meaningful change.” Richmond Mayor Levar Stoney says everyone is responsible for changing and holding unjust systems acco
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VPM s daily newscast contains all your Central Virginia news in just 5 to 10 minutes. Hosted by Benjamin Dolle, episodes are recorded the night before so you can wake up prepared.
Listeners can subscribe through NPR One, Apple Podcasts, Megaphone, Spotify and wherever you get your podcasts.
Here’s a recap of the top stories on the morning of Tuesday, April 20, 2021:
In leaked audio published on Sunday by the Richmond Times-Dispatch, Gov. Ralph Northam’s staff questioned the Virginia Inspector General’s authority to investigate alleged violations at the parole board. VPM News legal and justice reporter Whittney Evans broke down the incident.