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VPM Daily Newscast: May 6, 2024

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A young woman in glasses listening to her phone next to the VPM Daily Newscast logo in shades of blue

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 May 6, 2024:   

How to vote in Central Virginia’s June primary elections: A 2024 VPM News voter guide
Reported by VPM News

Early voting for the June primaries is open now and runs through June 15 at local registrar’s offices across the commonwealth.

Here’s a roundup of who’s on primary ballot, who’s not and why.

UVA encampment cleared by force after four days; 25 arrested
Reported by VPM News’ Patrick Larsen and Dawnthea M. Price Lisco

Since May 30, students and faculty on the Lawn engaged in readings, shared food and chanted in support of Palestine while juggling the academic responsibilities of finals.

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