The prison is facing claims of deteriorating conditions, including prolonged lockdowns.
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"Brunswick would be a good learning opportunity for me. I knew they had newer books than what we had."
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It’s getting finishing touches before heading to U.S. Capitol.
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About 8% percent of plastic bottles are recycled in the commonwealth.
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Look at the year in Central Virginia news through our photojournalist's eyes.
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Jubilee was denied attendance to Longwood during Jim Crow in the 1960s.
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The Master Plan podcast examines Associate Justice Lewis Powell Jr. and ex-Gov. Bob McDonnell.
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How did the murder of George Floyd affect onlookers and online witnesses? Rev. Frenchye Magee, Professor Zinzi Bailey, and attorney Antonio Romanucci reflect on the response.
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The beloved Muppet, created in 1955, will deliver the commencement address at the University of Maryland, the alma mater of his creator Jim Henson.
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Lawyers for survivors said they won't support the agreement, which they say was negotiated behind closed doors.
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As attendees departed an event held by a Jewish advocacy organization in D.C. on Wednesday night, a shooter opened fire, killing two. Later, he chanted "free Palestine," D.C. police officials said.
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The Trump administration is withholding $75 million designated for the news outlet. EU officials say RFE/RL has played a critical role in providing news to areas where the press can't operate freely.
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