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.
Email Dean: [email protected]
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A Richmond Circuit Court Judge tossed out an earlier lawsuit in January.
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City of Richmond previously proposed mediation to resolve the issue
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Public meeting highlights in Central Virginia for the week beginning Feb. 24.
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Updated: The proposal did not appear in a compromise budget draft.
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Public meeting highlights in Central Virginia for the week beginning Feb. 17.
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Lack of operating standards ‘most concerning part’ of initial review
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An earlier review called conditions at the water treatment facility "severe."
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City says the existing bridge could close in 2035 without funding.
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Del. Laufer says the proposal would streamline registration.
