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Here’s a recap of the top stories on the morning of Jan. 22, 2024:
Youngkin advances law enforcement standards delayed since 2021
Reported by VPM News’ Ben Paviour
Theproposed regulations expand reasons a law enforcement officer can be decertified, like tampering with evidence or witnesses.
Overhaul of Virginia’s education funding formula underway
Reported by VPM News’ Megan Pauly
If the Standards of Quality formula’s recommended spending lined up with what’s spent on education in Virginia, state funding would increase by 45 percent, according to the Joint Legislative Audit & Review Commission report.
In other news:
- Cuban Olympian cyclist finds training haven in Roanoke Valley (Cardinal News)
- A look at 2025 gubernatorial race fundraising numbers (Virginia Scope)
In case you missed it:
- Lawmaker seeks study, relief for Black communities uprooted by Virginia universities (Virginia Center for Investigative Journalism at WHRO)
- Hatch Local shutting down food hall (Richmond Times-Dispatch)*
- Metro is falling short on critical safety practices, regulator says (The Washington Post)*
*This outlet utilizes a paywall.
