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Here’s a recap of the top stories on the morning of Tuesday, July 12, 2022
237 tenants facing eviction from an apartment complex in Henrico County next month
Reported by VPM News’ Meg Schiffres
These eviction proceedings are beginning at the same time rents are rising. So far this year, they’ve increased by 11.3 % compared to 2021, according to a report by the Virginia Realtors association. Aion Management bought the property earlier this year. A spokesperson representing the company says tenants can still avoid eviction by paying their outstanding balance.
Suspect in alleged Fourth of July mass shooting plot being held without bond
Reported by VPM News’ Whittney Evans
One of two suspects police say were allegedly planning a mass shooting on the Fourth of July is being held in custody without bond. A judge denied bond for 38-year-old Rolman Balacarcel at his arraignment Monday. Balacarcel and Julio Alvarado-Dubon, 52, have both been charged with being a noncitizen in possession of a firearm. Their next hearing dates are Aug. 3 and 2, respectively.
Wealthiest Virginians are benefiting most from contributions to school voucher program
Reported by VPM News’ Megan Pauly
Virginia lawmakers didn’t approve an array of new education voucher program proposals this year. But an attempt to limit an existing voucher program also stalled, due to a budget amendment from Gov. Glenn Youngkin.
In Other News:
Lawsuit over COVID-19 outbreak at Farmville immigrant detention center settled - The Washington Post
Tech workers in Richmond have some of the lowest wages compared to other tech cities - AXIOS
72nd anniversary of Richmond's first Black firefighters celebrated – Richmond Times-Dispatch
In Case You Missed It:
Local health official says it’s difficult to determine whether COVID-19 has become endemic - VPM News
Youngkin tells Nebraska GOP that his win in 'dark blue' Virginia was beginning of a 'red wave' - Omaha World-Herald
Over 300 Virginia state employees resign in wake of Gov. Youngkin’s telework policy - WRIC
