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During a press conference Wednesday, Governor Ralph Northam said social distancing is working, and because of that, the state is flattening the curve of COVID-19. But, as Mallory Noe-Payne reports, the governor is continuing an executive order closing many businesses across the Commonwealth.

Lawmakers will return to Richmond next week for what’s called a reconvene session, although this one will be done in the age of social distancing. Michael Pope has this preview.

Governor Ralph Northam is extending his executive order that closes many businesses in Virginia. Mallory Noe-Payne has the latest.

Getting on the ballot is not easy for candidates under normal circumstances. As Michael Pope reports, it’s now becoming a very difficult hurdle for candidates across Virginia.

Every April, hundreds flock to see the Saltwater Cowboys round up famous wild ponies for a bi-annual health check. But this year, in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, it will be different. Pamela D’Angelo reports.

It might seem strange, but during this pandemic many doctors and nurses are struggling financially. Sandy Hausman explains why and what’s being done to help them.

For thousands of Virginians without a place to live, staying at home isn’t an option. Earlier this month, Governor Northam announced $2.5 million in emergency funding to help those experiencing homelessness. Cat Modlin-Jackson has the story.

New models from the University of Virginia show social distancing is helping slow the spread of coronavirus in the state. Mallory Noe-Payne has the latest.

The COVID-19 outbreak is proving to be especially challenging for schools where internet service is spotty. And while many restaurants are laying off staff during there’s at least one that’s been hiring. Those have been among the most read stories over the past week at the Virginia Public Access Project’s Va. News link. More now […]

New gun-safety laws will be radically changing Virginia’s approach starting July 1st. Michael Pope reports.