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VPM Daily Newscast: Feb. 2, 2024

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VPM Daily Newscast

The VPM Daily Newscast contains all your Central Virginia news in just 5 to 10 minutes. Episodes are recorded the night before.

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Here’s a recap of the top stories on the morning of Feb. 2, 2024:   

Hanover schools chief prioritizes staffing, wages in budget proposal
Reported by VPM News’ Lyndon German

The school division’s operating fund is expected to increase around 4.8% from $233 million to $245 million starting July 1.

Racial justice fund launches Black homeownership program in Richmond
Reported by VPM News’ Barry Greene Jr.

A group of Black-led giving circles and nonprofits is working to narrow the racial homeownership gap in Richmond.

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