
Dean Mirshahi
General Assignment Reporter, VPM NewsDean Mirshahi is VPM News’ general assignment reporter, covering everything from court cases, state and local issues and more.
He previously worked for WRIC-TV, reporting, leading digital election coverage and overseeing digital content.
Dean’s work has led Richmond’s inspector general to comply with city code on issuing reports and exposed issues in the mental health crisis response tied to Irvo Otieno’s in-custody death. He has landed scoops on Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears running for governor, Youngkin’s return-to-work policy, police misconduct cases and more.
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She is set to take a senior finance and administration position in Newport News next month.
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Public meeting highlights in Central Virginia for the week beginning May 19.
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A mayoral spokesperson added that a lawsuit isn’t entirely off the table.
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It’s unclear why council dismissed Osuna after nearly six years in the role.
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Several councilors voiced concerns with the city’s budgeting process.
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Public meeting highlights in Central Virginia for the week beginning May 12.
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The review identified inadequate operating procedures last updated in 2014.
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Updated: The cuts affect more than 150 people serving in the commonwealth.
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Public meeting highlights in Central Virginia for the week beginning May 5.
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Councilors remained split on raises for some of the city’s top earners.