Craig Carper
Craig Carper
Reports from Craig Carper, WCVE Public Radio political contributor.

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McDonnell Embarks on European Trade Mission

Governor Bob McDonnell spoke with reporters yesterday from Germany, via conference call, to provide an update on his first European trade mission. Craig Carper reports.

McDonnell Begins Privatization of State Liquor Stores

The McDonnell Administration offered their first round of detailed proposals yesterday for privatizing the state’s liquor stores. Craig Carper reports.

State Holds Hearings on High Speed Rail

State officials have hosted public hearings this week to determine the best route for high-speed rail expansion through the Commonwealth. Craig Carper reports.

Congressman Cantor Hosts Local Job Fair

Over 3,000 people came to Deep Run High School in Short Pump yesterday looking for employment at a job fair hosted by Republican Congressman Eric Cantor. Craig Carper reports.

McDonnell Speaks Out Against Arizona Lawsuit

Governor Bob McDonnell took time yesterday to share his thoughts on the federal lawsuit against Arizona’s immigration law. Craig Carper reports.

Higher Education Committee Has First Meeting

Yesterday was the first meeting of Governor Bob McDonnell’s Higher Education Reform Commission. Craig Carper reports.

Virginia Health Care Lawsuit Reaches Court

Yesterday a federal judge considered the Obama Administration’s request to dismiss Attorney General Ken Cuccinelli’s suit against the federal health care bill. Craig Carper reports.

McDonnell Unveils Job Creation Commission

Members of Governor Bob McDonnell’s Job Creation Commission have been working for the last two months to come up with proposals for the Governor and the General Assembly on how to best get Virginians back to work. Craig Carper reports.

Warner Meets to Discuss Arlington Problems

Senator Mark Warner met with Army officials yesterday to discuss some of the recently discovered problems at Arlington National Cemetery. Craig Carper reports.

A Whale Visits Norfolk

On Friday, the world’s largest oil skimmer stopped in Norfolk before heading to the gulf to assist in the clean up effort. Craig Carper reports.