In today’s WFIR News Express: Lawmakers gather in Richmond for the General Assembly session, tackling education funding, renewable energy, and a proposal to repeal Virginia's outdated same-sex marriage ban. A school drug overdose policy mandated by Governor Glenn Youngkin sparks privacy concerns among educators and parents after a fentanyl exposure case. The Virginia Insurance Marketplace reminds residents to enroll in health plans before the open enrollment deadline. Roanoke City Council’s youngest-ever member, Phazhon Nash, discusses housing, gun violence, and his new role on the Gun Violence Prevention Commission. Virginia Tech alumni share firsthand accounts of California wildfires' devastation. Plus, local officials remind pet owners to provide adequate shelter as freezing temperatures set in. Stay informed with your quick and comprehensive local news update!