Council keeps raises in place in proposed Richmond budget
After weeks of discussion, Richmond’s proposed $3 billion budget for fiscal year 2026 is moving toward approval with only modest changes from City Council, including keeping salary increases for the city’s highest-paid employees.
Republican candidate calls out anti-gay bias
Amid a political firestorm, John Reid’s continued campaign for lieutenant governor — the first time an openly gay candidate of any party has run for statewide election in Virginia — represents a litmus test at the intersection of politics, sexuality, …
Rev. Barber arrested in Capitol Rotunda after praying against Republican-led budget
Prominent pastor and anti-poverty activist the Rev. William Barber and two others were arrested while praying in the U.S. Capitol Rotunda on Monday, April 28, an action he said would be part of a recurring series of demonstrations aimed at …
Henrico, Hanover test water, fault Richmond over fluoride mishap
Elevated fluoride levels at Richmond’s water treatment plant last week prompted Henrico and Hanover counties to test their water systems and publicly criticize the City for what they called a delayed and insufficient response.
Federal government restores Virginia student visa records
President Donald Trump’s administration is reinstating international student visa records that it previously revoked. The announcement was made Friday, amid a slew of court cases filed by impacted students in recent weeks.
City cuts back on p-cards, overhauls purchasing program
The City of Richmond is making major changes to its purchasing card (p-card) program, reducing the number of cards in circulation by more than 80% and tightening restrictions on what they can be used to buy.
Judge orders extended hearing in whistleblower case against Richmond
A Richmond judge has set a May 27 hearing to resolve ongoing discovery disputes in a $250,000 whistleblower lawsuit filed by a former public information manager who says she was fired for refusing to violate state transparency laws.
VUU reaches settlement with plaintiffs in 2023 data breach case
A lawsuit over Virginia Union University’s handling of a 2023 data breach appears to have ended two weeks ago after both sides filed a joint notice of settlement and a motion to pause further proceedings. The terms of the settlement …
Early voting
Early in-person voting for the June 17, primary election starts Friday, May 2, and continues through Saturday, June 14.
English appointed to National PAL Chiefs’ and Sheriffs’ Council
Henrico County Police Department Col. Eric D. English has been selected as a founding member of the National Police Activities/Athletic League’s (PAL) Chiefs’ and Sheriffs’ Council. English took his place on the council during a ceremony in Washington, D.C., last …
Hanover County appoints new director of information technology
Hanover County appointed Steve Rodriguez as its new director of information technology, effective July 1.
City revenue director resigns after more problems with tax rebate checks
Richmond’s director of revenue resigned last week after City officials learned of more errors that have hampered the City’s efforts to give Richmond property owners back some tax money they’ve already paid.
Henrico awards grants to support environmental projects
Henrico County has awarded grants to eight local organizations for environmental initiatives as part of the first round of its new Community Impact Grants program.
Trump, Youngkin policies reshape Virginia’s college campuses
Joe Feagin had to swear an oath he was not a communist to land his first university teaching job in 1966.
Hanover board OKs landfill growth next to historic Brown Grove
Hanover board OKs landfill growth next to historic Brown Grove
