A new program hopes to connect people in need of rent relief with money that’s already here in Virginia. Michael Pope explains how.

The Democratic Primary is less than three weeks away, and so far officials say the turn-out for early voting is low. Sandy Hausman spoke with one expert who is dismayed by the numbers.

The era of virtual government is about to draw to a close, at least at Virginia’s state capitol. Michael Pope reports.

Now that businessman Glenn Youngkin has secured the Republican nomination for governor, Democrats and Republicans are both trying to create a narrative around a candidate many voters have never heard of. Michael Pope reports.

Last year, the pandemic forced Indigenous tribes in Virginia to cancel festivals and powwows. With vaccines, safety protocols, and celebrations taking place outdoors, tribes are making their way back to community events. Jamestown kicked the effort off with its first Indigenous Arts Day. Pamela D’Angelo was there.

Lawmakers are eyeing major investments in infrastructure and programming, as the federal government appropriated billions in relief money and state revenues came in higher than expected. Jahd Khalil reports.

Candidates in the Democratic primary for attorney general are clashing over predatory lending. Michael Pope reports.

Predicting population growth is a tricky game. But one Virginia institution has become the go-to source for state population predictions. Michael Pope reports. 

A community group dedicated to reducing gun violence is looking for more volunteers and more financial support. And the latest numbers show some changes in the list of most popular baby names in Virginia. Those have been among the most read stories over the past week at the Virginia Public Access Project’s Va. News link. […]

Governor Ralph Northam lifted the indoor mask mandate for most settings a short time ago/Friday afternoon. Virginia will also end COVID-19 mitigation measures on May 28th. Jahd Khalil has more.