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Here’s a recap of the top stories on the morning of Nov . 18, 2022:
Uncertainty remains around permanent shelters in Richmond
Reported by VPM News’ Jahd Khalil
Richmond opened two seasonal shelters for people experiencing homelessness this week. But as Jahd Khalil reports, details on permanent shelters remain unclear.
Virginia Beach navigates bringing Something in the Water festival back
Reported by WHRO News’ Mechelle Hankerson
Pharrell Williams' Something in the Water festival is set to return to his hometown, Virginia Beach, in 2023. But now, Virginia Beach has to figure out the details.
In other news:
Virginia ranks No. 2 for hospital patient safety (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
University of Virginia shooting raises questions of missed warning signs (The New York Times)
Algal blooms hit the Rappahannock: CBF explains why it matters (News on the Neck)
In case you missed it:
Va. bill would bar trans student-athletes from teams matching gender identities (The Washington Post)
Data shows Henrico led Virginia localities in school bus crashes in 2020-21 (Henrico Citizen)
Saison restaurant and market in Jackson Ward closing (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
