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Here’s a recap of the top stories on the morning of May 16, 2024:
Prince Edward schools that helped usher in Brown v. Board still in disrepair
Reported by VPM News’ Megan Pauly
The fight for equal schools in Virginia began in Prince Edward County. State records show it’s been nearly 20 years since schools there have received significant renovations.
Read part 1 of the series marking the 70th anniversary of the Brown v. Board decision.
Richmond ‘Speed Symposium’ highlights work addressing speeding drivers
Reported by VPM News’ Ian M. Stewart
The city’s Department of Public Works has spent roughly $25 million during the past several fiscal years on improvements to reduce speeding.
In other news:
- Richmond Folk Festival announces first batch of artists (Style Weekly)
- Body-worn cameras for state police dropped from new budget (Richmond Times-Dispatch)*
- Blue Ridge Parkway receives $75M for road improvements (The Daily Progress)*
In case you missed it:
- The hunt for the missing Greensill billions (Financial Times)
- He’s on Beyoncé’s album. He has a No. 1 hit. Shaboozey’s moment is here. (The Washington Post)*
*This outlet utilizes a paywall.
