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A 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 insecurity Note: VPM's Fall 2025 membership campaign is ongoing now through Oct. 31. ⁠⁠Click or tap here to see our matching challenges.⁠⁠  Our award-winning work is made possible with your donations. Visit ⁠⁠vpm.org/donate⁠⁠ to support local journalism. 

Plus: 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 put Virginia first  Note: VPM's Fall 2025 membership campaign is ongoing now through Oct. 31. ⁠⁠Click or tap here to see our matching challenges.⁠⁠  Our award-winning work is made possible with your donations. Visit ⁠⁠vpm.org/donate⁠⁠ to support local journalism. 

Read more General Assembly starts hashing out redistricting amendment for 2026  How do data centers figure into Virginia's 2025 elections?  Richmond looks for holistic solutions to gun violence  Note: VPM's Fall 2025 membership campaign is ongoing now through Oct. 31. ⁠⁠Click or tap here to see our matching challenges.⁠⁠   Our award-winning work is made possible with your donations. Visit ⁠⁠vpm.org/donate⁠⁠ to support local journalism. 

Read more  Virginia moves to join redistricting trend Mehta looks to unseat Earley in Chesterfield House of Delegates race On the agenda: this week in public meetings⁠  Note: VPM's Fall 2025 membership campaign is ongoing now through Oct. 31. ⁠Click or tap here to see our matching challenges.⁠  Our award-winning work is made possible with your donations. Visit ⁠vpm.org/donate⁠ to support local journalism. 

VPM News Host Lyndon German and BizSense Reporter Jack Jacobs discuss the Richmond region's top business stories. This week's episode include details on a new agreement for use of CarMax Park, news of the PGA tour's return to Richmond and the renovation of a church located in the Fan District.

Plus: Gov. Youngkin declares state of emergency over lapsing SNAP funds; National Drug Take Back Day is Saturday; Preliminary results from a new survey of families waitlisted for subsidized child care in the commonwealth have been released; and other stories. Our award-winning work is made possible with your donations. Visit vpm.org/donate to support local journalism. 

In other news: Richmond approves a solar panel project in the East End; a debate with an AI-generated candidate; and some military members say they're not getting paid despite the Pentagon's efforts to move money during the shutdown.  Read more  UVA strikes deal to pause Trump DOJ investigations  Henrico unveils land-use proposal to Varina District residents  Eliza Monroe Hay: The true story behind James Monroe's eldest daughter  Note: VPM's Fall 2025 membership campaign is ongoing now through Oct. 31. Click or tap here to see our matching challenges.  Our award-winning work is made possible with your donations. Visit vpm.org/donate to support local journalism. 

UVA and White House move closer to a deal; Richmond's new registrar tries to rebuild trust in the office after scandal; and a state commission recommends improvements to Virginia's special education system.   Read more  Eugene Williams, lifelong Charlottesville activist, dies at 97  'We reject the compact': UVA community speaks out at National Day of Action  Note: VPM's Fall 2025 membership campaign is ongoing now through Oct. 31. Click or tap here to see our matching challenges.  Our award-winning work is made possible with your donations. Visit vpm.org/donate to support local journalism. 

Virginia's early voting period closes on Saturday, Nov. 1. Election Day is on Tuesday, Nov. 4.  Read more A measure of Virginia unemployment claims from federal employees is rising Early voting satellite locations open across Greater Richmond Virginia ELECT: Find your early voting locations  DWR Asking Public to Report After Increase in Suspected Cases of Avian Influenza  Fall 2025 Richmond Restaurant Week  Note: VPM's Fall 2025 membership campaign is ongoing now through Oct. 31! Click or tap here to see our matching challenges.  Our award-winning work is made possible with your donations. Visit vpm.org/donate to support local journalism. 

PLUS: UVA says no to Education Department compact; ICE releases detained Henrico high schooler. Read more  UVA says no to Trump administration's ‘Compact for Academic Excellence'  'We reject the compact': UVA community speaks out at National Day of Action  Our award-winning work is made possible with your donations. Visit vpm.org/donate to support local journalism. 

VPM News Host Lyndon German and BizSense reporter Jonathan Speirs discuss the Richmond region's top business stories. This week's stories include details of the withdrawal of a data center project in Henrico County and news of the residential redevelopment of two historic churches in the Richmond.

Republican incumbent Jason Miyares and former Del. Jay Jones (D–Norfolk) clashed Thursday night at the University of Richmond on energy, civil rights, crime, immigration, affordability and the role itself. It was the first and only public debate between the candidates this cycle, mirroring last week's sole debate between the gubernatorial candidates, Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears and former Congresswoman Abigail Spanberger. Read more Attorney general candidates debate role in civil rights, criminal justice reform Youngkin mobilizes Virginia National Guard troops for anti-Trump ‘No Kings' protests The two wildcards shaping the tail end of the Virginia race for governor Our award-winning work is made possible with your donations. Visit vpm.org/donate to support local journalism. 

Also: State employees are being furloughed due to the federal shutdown; Richmond Public Schools hits graduation rate highs; Chesterfield Supervisor Jim Holland dies at age 73 — and more Central Virginia news.  Read more Longtime Chesterfield supervisor Jim Holland dies at 73 Richmond City Council votes down real estate tax relief proposal Our award-winning work is made possible with your donations. Visit vpm.org/donate to support local journalism. 

Plus: Richmond R&B singer D'Angelo, dead at 51; Albemarle County School Board candidates weigh in on school resource officers; and Richmond City Council votes to keep current property tax rate.     Our award-winning work is made possible with your donations. Visit vpm.org/donate to support local journalism. 

Plus: Charlottesville tourism spending is up; Virginia Department of Health tweaks vaccine recommendations; FOIA proposal to be heard at Richmond City Council's meeting tonight; and other stories.

More than 10 years after he left his job in the City of Richmond's elections office, David Levine has returned to lead it as the general registrar. Levine took over as Richmond's top elections administrator in July, several months after Keith Balmer stepped down — and as the city prepared for a historic election season.  VPM News Reporter Dean Mirshahi recently spoke with the registrar about his elections experience, the new role and issues the office has had since his return.  Read more Richmond's registrar issues ‘mea culpa' over early voting errors  What did Virginians learn from the sole Spanberger and Earle-Sears debate?  Have you been laid off during the government shutdown? VPM News wants to hear from you.  Our award-winning work is made possible with your donations. Visit vpm.org/donate to support local journalism. 

VPM News Host Lyndon German and BizSense Reporter Mike Platania discuss the Richmond region's top business stories. This week's top stories include details of a new venue coming to the Carver neighborhood, the renovation of the historic Second Baptist Church and Outpost new Southside location.

Plus: A former elections administrator is arrested; AstraZeneca makes a historic investment in Virginia; and the University of Virginia responds to funding threats.  Read more Published Sept. 22: VPM News' interview questions for Winsome Earle-Sears Published Sept. 23: Abigail Spanberger's interview with VPM News Our award-winning work is made possible with your donations. Visit vpm.org/donate to support local journalism. 

VPM Music will be livestreaming this year's festival at 107.3 FM or 93.1 FM, as well as online at VPM.org/folk. 

Plus: Richmond Public Schools approves collective bargaining changes; The Virginia Department of Energy has launched a tool to help customers cut electricity costs; and other stories.  

Plus: Former Richmond City Council candidate Tavares Floyd indicted on election fraud charges; AG Jason Miyares on Democratic AG nominee Jay Jones; and other stories.

Plus; more on the Richmond father detained at son's school bus stop, rural voters, and more.  

VPM News Host Lyndon German and BizSense Reporter Jackie DiBartolomeo discuss the top business stories in the Richmond region. Today's episode they explore updates to VCU's athletic village, the recent closures of a Willow Lawn restaurant and coffee chain.

Plus; a Virginian, who's run two unsuccessful political campaigns, is now one of the Navy's top brass. 

Plus: how Virginia's elected officials are reacting to the federal shutdown. 

Plus: GRTC wants rider input on a future Pulse bus corridor; William and Mary's Law School gets an energy-focused program; and other stories. Our award-winning work is made possible with your donations. Visit vpm.org/donate to support local journalism. 

Also: State commission evaluates survey results from universities' role in uprooting Black communities; Hanover opens 5-mile segment of Fall Line Trail — and more Central Virginia news.  Read more from VPM News  Old Ivy Road bridge crash closes multiple roads in Charlottesville  Francine, the famous Richmond Lowe's cat, has gone missing  Former US Ambassador Pamela Bridgewater details her life in new memoir  Our award-winning work is made possible with your donations. Visit vpm.org/donate to support local journalism. 

Former US Ambassador Pamela Bridgewater tells her story, from growing up in Fredericksburg during segregation to working with Nelson Mandela.

‘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.

VPM News Host Lyndon German and BizSense Reporter Mike Platania discuss the Richmond region's top business stories. This week they talk about an ongoing lawsuit connected with a hotel in the Fan District and a local real estate firm increasing its footprint on West Broad Street.

This week, the VPM Daily Newscast is showcasing the candidates for statewide office.  (00:11) Intro with State Politics Reporter Jahd Khalil  (00:53) Jahd and VPM News Features Editor Whittney Evans discuss Winsome Earle-Sears  (07:36) Abigail Spanberger  All in-person interviews took place at the Virginia Museum of History and Culture.  ⁠⁠Early voting⁠⁠ is open now in Virginia and lasts through Nov. 1. Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 4.  Read more:  VPM News' interview questions for Winsome Earle-Sears  Abigail Spanberger: Governor needs to be 'steady' amid federal uncertainty  Our award-winning work is made possible with your donations. Visit vpm.org/donate to support local journalism. 

Plus: Chesterfield County School Board accepts Dot Heffron's resignation; Richmond's real estate tax vote has been deferred; and other stories. 

This week, the VPM Daily Newscast is showcasing the candidates for statewide office. (00:10) Intro with State Politics Reporter Jahd Khalil (00:40) Jay Jones (07:29) Jahd and VPM News Features Editor Whittney Evans discuss Jason Miyares Tune in Friday for gubernatorial candidate interviews. All in-person interviews took place at the Virginia Museum of History and Culture. ⁠Early voting⁠ is open now in Virginia and lasts through Nov. 1. Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 4.  Read more: Jay Jones: Families 'desperate' for attorney general to put Virginia first VPM News' interview questions for Jason Miyares How to vote in Virginia: A 2025 VPM voter guide Our award-winning work is made possible with your donations. Visit ⁠vpm.org/donate⁠ to support local journalism. 

Plus: Gov. Glenn Youngkin has concerns about the governance of Virginia's electric grid operator; a federal prosecutor has stepped down over pressure from the White House — and more Central Virginia news. Tune in Wednesday for attorney general candidate interviews. Tune in Friday for gubernatorial candidate interviews. ⁠Early voting⁠ is open now in Virginia and lasts through Nov. 1. Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 4. Read more VPM News' interview questions for Winsome Earle-Sears Trump taps aide to replace US Attorney in Virginia's Eastern District Our award-winning work is made possible with your donations. Visit ⁠vpm.org/donate⁠ to support local journalism. 

This week, the VPM Daily Newscast is showcasing the candidates for statewide office. (00:10) Intro with State Politics Reporter Jahd Khalil (00:39) Ghazala Hashmi (07:26) John Reid Tune in Wednesday for attorney general candidate interviews. Tune in Friday for gubernatorial candidate interviews. All in-person interviews took place at the Virginia Museum of History and Culture. Early voting is open now in Virginia and lasts through Nov. 1. Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 4.  Read or watch the interviews: ⁠John Reid: Lt. Gov. is 'an ambassador for the state of Virginia'⁠ ⁠Ghazala Hashmi: Virginia's No. 2 has 'critical role to play'⁠ Our award-winning work is made possible with your donations. Visit vpm.org/donate to support local journalism. 

VPM News Host Lyndon German and BizSense Reporter Jack Jacobs discuss the top business stories in the Richmond region. This week's news includes a billion-dollar investment in Goochland County, the redevelopment of Creighton Court, Henrico County's Best Products property and a new vegan takeout spot coming to Cary Street.

Read more: The VPM News Early Voting Guide Youngkin signs order directing removal of non-citizens from voter rolls Richmond's Code Refresh aims to rewrite rules that restrict growth Plus, Richmond moves to overhaul its zoning code — and a Henrico YMCA closes its doors. Our award-winning work is made possible with your donations. Visit vpm.org/donate to support local journalism. 

Plus: A tech company expands in Henrico to keep up with power demands, Pharma manufacturing plant coming to Goochland and other stories.

Plus: a new executive order from Gov. Glenn Youngkin; Richmond's real estate tax and other stories.

Our award-winning work is made possible with your donations. Visit vpm.org/donate to support local journalism. 

Read more: Richmond's Avula, RRHA spar over Gilpin Court redevelopment ICE arrests in Virginia soar under Trump crackdowns Our award-winning work is made possible with your donations. Visit vpm.org/donate to support local journalism. 

VPM News Host Lyndon German and BizSense Reporter Jonathan Spiers discuss the top business across the Richmond region. This week's stories include a real-estate developer's plan to build a data center in Hanover County, Henrico County's data center review process, and coverage of groundbreaking of an affordable housing community in Henrico.

Happy Friday! Today's episode covers ongoing confusion about the latest COVID vaccine regulations and Thursday's lockdown at Virginia State University. Our award-winning work is made possible with your donations. Visit vpm.org/donate to support local journalism.

Plus: Chesterfield rezones students; Warner praises Henrico Housing expansion 

Plus: UVA Health University Medical Center gets an interim CEO; Maymont's unnamed baby porcupette gets a name.

Plus: Morning Edition Host Phil Liles talks with Stacey Jones, Mercy Mall's founder.    Our award-winning work is made possible with your donations. Visit vpm.org/donate to support local journalism. 

VPM News has spent the last week bringing you the second half of our special summer series on all things joy.     Now, VPM News has a recap of last week's stories, including Richmond high school students taking part in a national anti-gun violence protest; new polling shows that a growing number of Virginians have had to decide between paying bills or feeding their families; Virginia's special education system; and other stories.    Our award-winning work is made possible with your donations. Visit vpm.org/donate to support local journalism.