Podcast

VPM Daily Newscast

Author: VPM
Feed episode count: 1627
Official site: https://vpm.org/news
RSS: https://feeds.megaphone.fm/vpmdailynewscast
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Summary

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.

Episodes

Jul 30, 2026 · not_requested

7/30/26 - Virginia’s assault weapons ban will stay on hold through the fall

Duration seconds: 285
Source: https://www.vpm.org/show/vpm-daily-newscast

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Jul 29, 2026 · not_requested

7/29/26 - Chesterfieldians want more transparency from Google, county

Duration seconds: 638
Source: https://www.vpm.org/show/vpm-daily-newscast

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Jul 28, 2026 · not_requested

7/28/26 - Referendum committees line up to spend $$$ on constitutional referendums

Duration seconds: 254
Source: https://www.vpm.org/show/vpm-daily-newscast

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Jul 27, 2026 · not_requested

7/27/26 - Plans underway for new daycare center serving state employees

Duration seconds: 268
Source: https://www.vpm.org/show/vpm-daily-newscast

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Jul 24, 2026 · not_requested

7/24/26 - Shoosmith cleanup to take 30 years, cost $173 million

Duration seconds: 276
Source: https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/VPM3468830535.mp3

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Jul 23, 2026 · not_requested

7/23/26 - Hanover County to consider local cannabis rules

Duration seconds: 247
Source: https://www.vpm.org/show/vpm-daily-newscast

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Jul 22, 2026 · not_requested

7/22/26 - Electricity costs for many municipalities have increased

Duration seconds: 269
Source: https://www.vpm.org/show/vpm-daily-newscast

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Jul 21, 2026 · not_requested

7/21/26 - Summer camp builds confidence through social skills

Duration seconds: 274
Source: https://www.vpm.org/show/vpm-daily-newscast

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Jul 20, 2026 · not_requested

7/20/26 - Powhatan recovery home receives settlement after yearslong federal lawsuit

Duration seconds: 248
Source: https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/VPM4311583136.mp3

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Jul 18, 2026 · not_requested

BizSense Beat: Richmond International Airport examines long-term goals

Duration seconds: 275
Source: https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/VPM3710687227.mp3

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Jul 17, 2026 · not_requested

7/17/26 - Dominion merger filings start 6-month clock on regulatory review

Duration seconds: 294
Source: https://www.vpm.org/show/vpm-daily-newscast

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Jul 16, 2026 · not_requested

7/16/26 - Dominion moves ahead with Cumberland natural gas plant

Duration seconds: 304
Source: https://www.vpm.org/show/vpm-daily-newscast

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Jul 15, 2026 · not_requested

7/15/26 - Why are Hanover County tomatoes famous?

Duration seconds: 414
Source: https://www.vpm.org/show/vpm-daily-newscast

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Jul 14, 2026 · not_requested

7/14/26 - Who’s running in the 5th Congressional District?

Duration seconds: 240
Source: https://www.vpm.org/show/vpm-daily-newscast

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Jul 13, 2026 · not_requested

7/13/26 - Democrats respond to DOJ plans to monitor Northern Virginia elections next month

Duration seconds: 228
Source: https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/VPM3492659236.mp3

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Jul 11, 2026 · not_requested

BizSense Beat: Gilpin Court, Worth Higgins & Associates, Morty's Market & Deli

Duration seconds: 263
Source: https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/VPM9195239988.mp3

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Jul 10, 2026 · not_requested

7/10/26 - Virginia Holocaust Museum director on Legacy Portrait Project

Duration seconds: 451
Source: https://www.vpm.org/show/vpm-daily-newscast

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Jul 9, 2026 · not_requested

7/9/26 - Three Republicans are vying to oust US Rep. Eugene Vindman

Duration seconds: 296
Source: https://www.vpm.org/show/vpm-daily-newscast

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Jul 8, 2026 · not_requested

7/8/26 - Richmond Public Schools still facing budget gap

Duration seconds: 332
Source: https://www.vpm.org/show/vpm-daily-newscast

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Jul 7, 2026 · not_requested

7/7/26 - State budget includes $15M for long-awaited Richmond Coliseum demolition

Duration seconds: 287
Source: https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/VPM6933308490.mp3

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Jul 6, 2026 · not_requested

7/6/26 - Virginia's budget includes $15M for Richmond Coliseum demolition

Duration seconds: 210
Source: https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/VPM5074931741.mp3

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Jul 5, 2026 · not_requested

Policy Matters: July 2, 2026

Duration seconds: 299
Source: https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/VPM8731885069.mp3

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Jul 3, 2026 · not_requested

7/3/26 - Virginia celebrates American independence

Duration seconds: 270
Source: https://www.vpm.org/show/vpm-daily-newscast

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Jul 2, 2026 · not_requested

7/2/26 - Richmond area residents asked to conserve water

Duration seconds: 302
Source: https://www.vpm.org/show/vpm-daily-newscast

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Jul 1, 2026 · not_requested

7/1/26 - Virginia returns to RGGI

Duration seconds: 313
Source: https://www.vpm.org/show/vpm-daily-newscast

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Jun 30, 2026 · not_requested

6/30/26 - Virginia’s governor and lawmakers come to budget agreement

Duration seconds: 323
Source: https://www.vpm.org/show/vpm-daily-newscast

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Jun 29, 2026 · not_requested

06/29/26 - State lawmakers back in Richmond to resolve budget amendments

Duration seconds: 286
Source: https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/VPM2567730108.mp3

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Jun 26, 2026 · not_requested

6/26/26 - State budget eliminates waitlist for government-subsidized childcare

Duration seconds: 266
Source: https://www.vpm.org/show/vpm-daily-newscast

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Jun 25, 2026 · not_requested

6/25/26 - Richmond Public Schools, union reach impasse on collective bargaining

Duration seconds: 264
Source: https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/VPM2526370098.mp3

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Jun 24, 2026 · not_requested

6/24/26 - Curious Commonwealth asks: Where did that Oregon Hill bear come from?

Duration seconds: 587
Source: https://www.vpm.org/show/vpm-daily-newscast

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Jun 23, 2026 · not_requested

6/23/26 - Virginia lawmakers approve the state’s budget

Duration seconds: 338
Source: https://www.vpm.org/show/vpm-daily-newscast

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Jun 22, 2026 · not_requested

6/22/26 - General Assembly reaches $207B budget deal

Duration seconds: 284
Source: https://www.vpm.org/show/vpm-daily-newscast

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Jun 20, 2026 · not_requested

BizSense Beat: Short Pump, Amazon, Joyfield Flats, Dutch Bros

Duration seconds: 282
Source: https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/VPM4185406711.mp3

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Jun 18, 2026 · not_requested

6/18/26 - Early voting begins today for most of Virginia

Duration seconds: 361
Source: https://www.vpm.org/show/vpm-daily-newscast

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Jun 17, 2026 · not_requested

6/17/26 - General Assembly, Gov. Spanberger add retail weed to state budget

Duration seconds: 621
Source: https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/VPM4974533553.mp3

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Jun 16, 2026 · not_requested

6/16/26 - UVA Health names new hospital CEO

Duration seconds: 203
Source: https://www.vpm.org/show/vpm-daily-newscast

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Jun 15, 2026 · not_requested

6/15/26 - Virginia House posts state budget draft

Duration seconds: 281
Source: https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/VPM9860867786.mp3

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Jun 13, 2026 · not_requested

BizSense Beat: Greyhound Station, Innsbrook housing, Buskey Cider

Duration seconds: 279
Source: https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/VPM2333559696.mp3

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Jun 12, 2026 · not_requested

6/12/2026 - State regulators get six months to review Dominion–NextEra deal

Duration seconds: 248
Source: https://www.vpm.org/show/vpm-daily-newscast

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Jun 11, 2026 · not_requested

6/11/26 - Mussels return to South Anna River after 200 years

Duration seconds: 324
Source: https://www.vpm.org/show/vpm-daily-newscast

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Jun 10, 2026 · not_requested

6/10/26 - Cultural study to examine 2 historic African American burial sites in Richmond

Duration seconds: 285
Source: https://www.vpm.org/show/vpm-daily-newscast

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Jun 9, 2026 · not_requested

6/9/26 - Chesterfield landfill cleanup cost could top $170M

Duration seconds: 261
Source: https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/VPM1557615369.mp3

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Jun 8, 2026 · not_requested

6/8/26 - Richmond pauses new Woodville ES building

Duration seconds: 289
Source: https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/VPM4659704129.mp3

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Jun 6, 2026 · not_requested

BizSense Beat: Diamond District dispute, Fortune 500, Lady Chiller

Duration seconds: 262
Source: https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/VPM3302208160.mp3

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Jun 5, 2026 · not_requested

6/5/26 - Judge halts universal background checks on Virginia private gun sales

Duration seconds: 283
Source: https://vpm.org/show/vpm-daily-newscast

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Jun 4, 2026 · not_requested

6/4/26 - Retail cannabis in Virginia could still become reality

Duration seconds: 299
Source: https://www.vpm.org/show/vpm-daily-newscast

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Jun 3, 2026 · not_requested

6/3/26 - Voting rights restoration stuck in limbo for some convicted felons

Duration seconds: 247
Source: https://www.vpm.org/show/vpm-daily-newscast

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Jun 2, 2026 · not_requested

6/2/26 - Hanover supervisors veto large data center project

Duration seconds: 279
Source: https://www.vpm.org/show/vpm-daily-newscast

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Jun 1, 2026 · not_requested

6/1/26 - Virginia Tech’s BOV set to meet after rector refuses Spanberger’s request to resign

Duration seconds: 325
Source: https://www.vpm.org/show/vpm-daily-newscast

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May 31, 2026 · not_requested

Policy Matters: May 28, 2026

Duration seconds: 293
Source: https://www.vpm.org/tags/policy-matters

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May 30, 2026 · not_requested

BizSense Beat: Diamond District, Swift Creek Mill Theatre, Field Trip Bikes

Duration seconds: 315
Source: https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/VPM9940264166.mp3

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May 29, 2026 · not_requested

5/29/26 - Spanberger ousts head of Virginia Tech’s BOV

Duration seconds: 712
Source: https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/VPM1450697943.mp3?updated=1748391928

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May 28, 2026 · not_requested

5/28/26 - New work requirements disqualify many for food stamp benefits

Duration seconds: 762
Source: https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/VPM1199475342.mp3?updated=1748391928

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May 27, 2026 · not_requested

5/27/26 - Curious Commonwealth asks: Why was Colonial Beach known as “Las Vegas on the Potomac”?

Duration seconds: 609
Source: https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/VPM6859365333.mp3?updated=1748391927

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May 26, 2026 · not_requested

5/26/26 - Novel set in 2020 Richmond explores change during social unrest

Duration seconds: 567
Source: https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/VPM3390392028.mp3?updated=1748391927

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May 25, 2026 · not_requested

5/25/26 - Cville Tulips builds community with resettled Afghan, Syrian women

Duration seconds: 472
Source: https://vpm.org/show/vpm-daily-newscast

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May 23, 2026 · not_requested

BizSense Beat: Recreational marijuana in Virginia, Dominion merger, Shamin Hotels

Duration seconds: 302
Source: https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/VPM5312076493.mp3

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May 22, 2026 · not_requested

5/22/26 - Chickahominy Nation plans new child care center in Charles City County

Duration seconds: 497
Source: https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/VPM2115973723.mp3?updated=1748391924

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May 21, 2026 · not_requested

5/21/26 - Richmond mayor wants to ease local immigration fears

Duration seconds: 306
Source: https://www.vpm.org/show/vpm-daily-newscast

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May 20, 2026 · not_requested

5/20/26 - Gov. Spanberger vetoes retail marijuana market

Duration seconds: 289
Source: https://www.vpm.org/show/vpm-daily-newscast

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May 19, 2026 · not_requested

5/19/26 - NextEra Energy to acquire Dominion Energy

Duration seconds: 305
Source: https://www.vpm.org/show/vpm-daily-newscast

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May 18, 2026 · not_requested

5/18/26 - Spanberger’s collective bargaining veto tests relationship with labor

Duration seconds: 336
Source: https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/VPM8048710974.mp3?updated=1748391926

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May 16, 2026 · not_requested

BizSense Beat: Richmond Free Press building, Timber Pizza, Stella's Grocery

Duration seconds: 304
Source: https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/VPM3974564711.mp3

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May 15, 2026 · not_requested

5/15/26 - A measles outbreak in Buckingham County

Duration seconds: 283
Source: https://www.vpm.org/show/vpm-daily-newscast

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May 14, 2026 · not_requested

5/14/26 - Richmond School Board authorizes Commerce Road land sale

Duration seconds: 327
Source: https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/VPM6867204342.mp3?updated=1748391924

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May 13, 2026 · not_requested

5/13/26 - Richmond City Council passes a budget

Duration seconds: 301
Source: https://www.vpm.org/show/vpm-daily-newscast

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May 12, 2026 · not_requested

5/12/26 - Gov. Abigail Spanberger signs paid family and medical leave program into law

Duration seconds: 285
Source: https://www.vpm.org/show/vpm-daily-newscast

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May 11, 2026 · not_requested

5/11/26 - Virginia Democrats ask SCOVA to halt redistricting order

Duration seconds: 338
Source: https://www.vpm.org/show/vpm-daily-newscast

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May 8, 2026 · not_requested

5/8/26 - Questions remain around FBI search linked to Sen. L. Louise Lucas

Duration seconds: 242
Source: https://www.vpm.org/show/vpm-daily-newscast

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May 7, 2026 · not_requested

5/7/26 - FBI raid targets Sen. Louise Lucas’ Portsmouth business

Duration seconds: 409
Source: https://www.vpm.org/show/vpm-daily-newscast

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May 6, 2026 · not_requested

5/6/26 - It’s Bike Month in Richmond!

Duration seconds: 224
Source: https://vpm.org/show/vpm-daily-newscast

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May 5, 2026 · not_requested

5/5/26 - Chesterfield County students show off generative artificial intelligence at science fair

Duration seconds: 236
Source: https://www.vpm.org/show/vpm-daily-newscast

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May 4, 2026 · not_requested

5/4/26 - Spirit Airlines shuts down

Duration seconds: 243
Source: https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/VPM5258717657.mp3?updated=1748391922

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May 3, 2026 · not_requested

Policy Matters: April 30, 2026

Duration seconds: 290
Source: https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/VPM6275880490.mp3

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May 2, 2026 · not_requested

BizSense Beat: RIC lounge, Common House rebrand, Best Products

Duration seconds: 315
Source: https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/VPM2604486045.mp3

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May 1, 2026 · not_requested

5/1/26 - New data details the rise of Virginia’s immigration arrests

Duration seconds: 412
Source: https://www.vpm.org/show/vpm-daily-newscast

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Apr 30, 2026 · not_requested

4/30/26 - Curious Commonwealth asks: Why doesn’t Virginia have universal preschool?

Duration seconds: 568
Source: https://www.vpm.org/show/vpm-daily-newscast

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Apr 29, 2026 · not_requested

4/29/26 - Richmond’s budget brings expected pay increases for city employees

Duration seconds: 292
Source: https://www.vpm.org/show/vpm-daily-newscast

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Apr 28, 2026 · not_requested

4/28/26 - Supreme Court of Virginia hears redistricting case

Duration seconds: 333
Source: https://www.vpm.org/show/vpm-daily-newscast

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Apr 27, 2026 · not_requested

4/27/26 - VCU board unanimously approves memorial

Duration seconds: 302
Source: https://www.vpm.org/show/vpm-daily-newscast

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Apr 25, 2026 · not_requested

BizSense Beat: Virginia's marijuana market, Stone Brewing Co., Richard’s Rendezvous

Duration seconds: 298
Source: https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/VPM3969925662.mp3

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Apr 24, 2026 · not_requested

4/24/26 - Virginia’s budget talks are at a meme-worthy standstill

Duration seconds: 368
Source: https://www.vpm.org/show/vpm-daily-newscast

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Apr 23, 2026 · not_requested

4/23/26 - General Assembly says No to major Spanberger amendments

Duration seconds: 305
Source: https://www.vpm.org/show/vpm-daily-newscast

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Apr 22, 2026 · not_requested

4/22/26 - Yes wins: Voters amend Virginia Constitution

Duration seconds: 441
Source: https://www.vpm.org/show/vpm-daily-newscast

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Apr 21, 2026 · not_requested

4/21/26 - Virginia politicians make final cases for/against redistricting

Duration seconds: 356
Source: https://www.vpm.org/show/vpm-daily-newscast

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Apr 20, 2026 · not_requested

4/20/26 - Gov. Spanberger signs bills on gun safety, joins the popular vote compact

Duration seconds: 359
Source: https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/VPM7469596086.mp3?updated=1748391914

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Apr 18, 2026 · not_requested

BizSense Beat: Virginia's recreational marijuana market, new liquor laws

Duration seconds: 299
Source: https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/VPM2646462459.mp3

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Apr 17, 2026 · not_requested

4/17/26 - Gov. Abigail Spanberger rewrote legislation over legal recreational cannabis sales in Virginia

Duration seconds: 363
Source: https://www.vpm.org/show/vpm-daily-newscast

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Apr 16, 2026 · not_requested

4/16/26 - Gov. Abigail Spanberger takes aim at utility costs in bill amendments

Duration seconds: 298
Source: https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/VPM1398719681.mp3?updated=1748391916

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