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Here’s a recap of the top stories on the morning of Feb. 22, 2024:
Competing budget proposals set up legislative 'horse trading'
Reported by VPM News’ Jahd Khalil
Big-ticket items in proposals from both chambers and the governor span business incentives and transportation, and are likely to be points of contention during upcoming negotiations.
Who’s running for Richmond mayor?
Reported by VPM News
Five people have announced their candidacy for Richmond’s top post — including several current and former members of City Council.
In other news:
- Richmond School Board approves $534.5 million budget with more raises (Richmond Times-Dispatch)*
- Formerly incarcerated women speak out about jail conditions (Daily News-Record)*
- Restoration efforts expanded in Shenandoah Valley (The Roanoke Star)
In case you missed it:
- UVA settles lawsuit with white alumna expelled after run-in with Black protesters (The Daily Progress)*
- Backers of rival cannabis bills inch closer to agreement (Cardinal News)
- The Library of Virginia holds AI workshop to create portraits of underrepresented historic people of color (Style Weekly)
*This outlet utilizes a paywall.
