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Here’s a recap of the top stories on the morning of May 14, 2024:
Gov. Glenn Youngkin signs $188B, 2-year budget in quick special session
Reported by VPM News’ Jahd Khalil
The spending bill hews closely to what Democrats passed in April, but keeps three of the governor’s policy goals: No new taxes, no requirements to rejoin the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative and funding for charter schools.
GRTC’s ridership numbers continue to rise
Reported by VPM News’ Ian M. Stewart
The Pulse rapid transit line saw more than 164,000 riders last month.
In other news:
- Watchdog: Feds Should Look At Mountain Valley Pipeline Rupture (WV Public Broadcasting)
- Two separate proposals to bring a combined 500 apartments to South Richmond (Richmond BizSense)*
- In 7th District primary, Republicans debate party's future (Richmond Times-Dispatch)*
In case you missed it:
- 2 Virginia universities won’t require DEI classes after governor’s review, board pushback (Inside Higher Ed)
*This outlet utilizes a paywall.
