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Here’s a recap of the top stories on the morning of Thursday, March 31, 2022
Governor still evaluating legislation that allows police to use social media photos to find suspects
Reported by VPM News’ Whittney Evans
Gov. Glenn Youngkin met with stakeholders yesterday to talk about legislation he is deciding whether to sign into law. The bill would allow law enforcement to use photos from Facebook and Instagram to help track down crime suspects and even identify victims. The American Civil Liberties Union of Virginia and other civil rights groups call the practice “reckless, invasive and ripe for abuse,” but lawmakers say the proposal is largely misunderstood.
Newport News wants citizens to tell it how to tackle gun violence
Reported by WHRO News’ Ryan Murphy
The 36-question survey asks for Newport News residents’ thoughts on police and their experiences with crime and discrimination. The goal is to take the responses and use them to shape policies to address gun violence. The Virginia Department of Health reported that between 2013 and 2017, Newport News posted the third most gun homicides in the state, behind Richmond and Norfolk.
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PolitiFact VA: Good's claim invents a position for Ketanji Brown Jackson – VPM
Commanders training camp may not return to Richmond - Richmond Times-Dispatch
Misty Mountain campground looking to expand – The Daily Progress
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