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VPM News @vpm.org · 30/04/2024

Police at Virginia Commonwealth University used force to make an unknown number of arrests roughly 10 minutes after arriving at a protest on Monday night. Earlier in the day, VCU students set up a “liberation zone,” writing chalk messages of public support for Palestinians and antiwar sentiments.

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Antiwar protest at VCU ends in multiple arrests

An exact number of arrests or injuries was not immediately available.

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VPM News @vpm.org · 15/04/2024

“Admissible: Shreds of Evidence,” a VPM podcast questioned the accuracy of Mary Jane Burton’s lab analyses, which led to a state review of allegations made in the show and a recommendation to alert all parties in criminal cases Burton was involved with.

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Virginia crime commission to review cases of former lab employee

VPM podcast ‘Admissible’ led to the review.

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Ian M. Stewart @vpm-ian.bsky.social · 04/03/2024

Really great to meet John and his son Calvin and hear their story as a back drop to Richmond's Vision Zero program.

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Ian M. Stewart @vpm-ian.bsky.social · 12/02/2024

ICYMI the news, The World Music Show on VPM is now archiving shows on @myvpm.bsky.social TWO weeks worth! So if you missed last week's show or the show from the previous week, or you just like the show, you can now stream it whenever! www.vpm.org/worldmusic

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Ian M. Stewart @vpm-ian.bsky.social · 10/02/2024

Great World Music Show tonight, featuring @PiersFaccini (twice!) @dawnlandes @buscabullamusic @monoplasmamusic @q_rodrigoygabri @stephenmarley & @ziggymarley @MakingMoviesHQ & More! 6-8pm on @myvpm.bsky.social *and if you miss it, you can now catch the archive!

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Ian M. Stewart @vpm-ian.bsky.social · 09/02/2024

Hey, if you're a fan of the World Music Show on @myvpm.bsky.social (and who isn't? [don't answer]), Each show will now be archived for two weeks on our website. So, if you missed it, stream it later! Here's last week's show! www.vpm.org/worldmusic

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Ian M. Stewart @vpm-ian.bsky.social · 29/01/2024

"In April 2018, the project was scheduled to be completed by Winter 2020. When asked about the delay last October, Kristen Nye (City Council – 4th District) said “The entire road project is being held up by CSX approval." Reports John Murden.

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VPM News @vpm.org · 22/01/2024

Gov. Glenn Youngkin’s office has advanced temporary regulations meant to hold law enforcement officers accountable that are slated to go into effect in March, more than two years after state law required them to be in place.

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Youngkin advances law enforcement standards delayed since 2021

The regulations expand the reasons law enforcement officers can lose certification for misconduct.

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VPM News @vpm.org · 10/01/2024

Don Scott has been sworn in as the new Virginia House Speaker; the first Black Speaker of the House in Virginia state history. "The historic nature of this moment is not lost on me," he told the House. More from @jahd.bsky.social for @npr.org.

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Don Scott becomes first Black speaker in Virginia Legislature's 400-year history

'The historic nature of this moment is not lost on me,' Scott said Wednesday.

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Ian M. Stewart @vpm-ian.bsky.social · 05/01/2024

Wow, never had this happen while out on assignment-was at Chesterfield Towne Center, doing a story on GRTC expanding 1A further into the county & a mall rep had to physically be next to me as I interview & take pictures of people. 🙄🤔🤦‍♂️

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Ian M. Stewart @vpm-ian.bsky.social · 20/12/2023

So, anyone still on Mastadon? I keep forgetting I have it and, really, don't think I fully signed up correctly.

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Ian M. Stewart @vpm-ian.bsky.social · 14/12/2023

www.vpm.org/news/2023-12... If you're a radio person/sound nerd and like a good story, check out my latest for @myvpm.bsky.social Or just listen anyway--it's good stuff.

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VPM News @vpm.org · 12/12/2023

ICYMI: Have you heard the news 👀 Style Weekly has entered a (fashionable) new era! Read more about the revamped brand identity and editorial strategy for an iconic Richmond publication below ⬇️

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Style Weekly ushers in new era

Publication builds on iconic history with new brand, content and business strategy

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VPM News @vpm.org · 12/12/2023

The JLARC recommended Virginia shut down its lone psychiatric hospital for children, while also recommending action to give state facilities more leeway to turn away certain patients and encourage private hospitals to take more in.

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State psychiatric hospitals remain overcrowded, understaffed

The Legislature's research arm reported safety concerns and recommended a facility’s closure.

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Ian M. Stewart @vpm-ian.bsky.social · 11/12/2023

Hey. I’m looking for any commuters who regularly go to DC, Raleigh or Charlottesville by car for a story. DM or email me at istewart@vpm.org🚅🛤️

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VPM News @vpm.org · 05/12/2023

In Richmond, the benefits provided by locally-owned businesses aren’t spread evenly. Nearly 30% of people living in the area are Black, according to Census Bureau data. Yet, Black people own only about 20% of businesses in the area. The latest in our Healthy City series.

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How Richmond’s business makeup doesn’t match its residents

Only about 7% of companies with employees are Black-owned.

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VPM News @vpm.org · 28/11/2023

Cases of RSV are at a multiyear high in the Commonwealth, just as COVID-19 and flu cases are on the rise. Good ways to stay healthy? Wash your hands and wear a mask (especially in high-risk settings)! @henrybrannan.bsky.social's reporting is in partnership with Report for America.

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As respiratory virus season hits Virginia, physicians offer advice

RSV is at a multiyear high in Virginia, and COVID-19 and flu infections are increasing.

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Ian M. Stewart @vpm-ian.bsky.social · 24/11/2023

Hey, in case you don't know, I also host a World Music Show on @myvpm.bsky.social (Sat Nite, 6-8p). Give it try--good tunes this weekend, from all sorts of folks.

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Ian M. Stewart @vpm-ian.bsky.social · 21/11/2023

Again, this can be done in Carytown www.strongtowns.org/journal/2022... #richmond #carytown

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VPM News @vpm.org · 01/11/2023

In the latest installment of our Healthy City series, @vpm-ian.bsky.social and photographer Shaban Athuman caught up with some Richmond residents to learn more about their public transportation habits, and how they utilize it in their daily lives.

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How these Richmonders commute on public transit

One transportation advocate said keeping free bus rides will help ensure transit stays efficient and equitable.

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VPM News @vpm.org · 30/10/2023

ICYMI: The health of the James River has improved since the 2021 State of the James report, but progress has slowed. Richmond submitted an interim work plan in 2021, which is being implemented now to help improve its system and reduce annual bacteria pollution. A final plan is due in July 2024.

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James River health improves slightly, environmental group says

Richmond officials requesting state funds to meet goals.

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VPM News @vpm.org · 30/10/2023

Operation Broomsday: Street sweeper MF Broom returning to bike lanes this spring in Richmond (really!) Did you know that in 2022, MF Broom cleaned 350 lane miles, but in 2023 it only cleaned 120 miles due to a myriad of issues — including equipment shortages. via @vpm-ian.bsky.social 🚲

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Operation Broomsday: Street sweeper MF Broom returning to bike lanes this spring, city says

It’s been out of sight for several months. VPM News found out why.

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Ian M. Stewart @vpm-ian.bsky.social · 26/10/2023

MF Broom update.... .....coming soon... ..stay tuned to @myvpm.bsky.social

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VPM News @vpm.org · 25/10/2023

From @meghin.bsky.social: The curfew at Market Street Park on Charlottesville's Downtown Mall had been temporarily lifted, as a short-term solution ahead of the city's overnight shelters opening for the changing seasons. It was reinstated on Oct. 21, leaving residents to seek out new accommodations.

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The last day at Charlottesville's Market Street Park encampment

Unhoused residents in the city have fewer outdoor options after the park's reinstated curfew.

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Ian M. Stewart @vpm-ian.bsky.social · 24/10/2023

Great reporting and deep dive into issue by Connor Scribner at @myvpm.bsky.social made possible by our members (which you can become one too!)

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Ian M. Stewart @vpm-ian.bsky.social · 20/10/2023

love how when I mute both Slack and my phone/watch (which also covers the computer) so I can record stuff, a notification still slides in somehow 😒

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Ian M. Stewart @vpm-ian.bsky.social · 20/10/2023

must remember not to engage in social media comment sections must remember not to engage in social media comment sections must remember not to engage in social media comment sections must remember not to engage in social media comment sections must remember not to engage in social media comment...

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Ian M. Stewart @vpm-ian.bsky.social · 18/10/2023

So now, it's BlueSky, eh? Alrighty, let's see what's up.

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