Format: 2013-06-20

Democrats Select Northam for LG and Herring for AG

The Democratic ticket is set for the November election. The three statewide candidates will hold a unity breakfast this morning at the Hippodrome Theater in Richmond.

VDH Warns of Health Risks From Floods

The Virginia Department of Health warns homeowners with wells and septic systems to take precautions due to recent heavy rains and flooding -- and more on the way. 

Chesterfield Police Officer Charged With Embezzlement

Chesterfield County Police have arrested and charged one of their own with felony embezzlement. 

Kaine Makes Immigration Reform Plea in Spanish

Senator Tim Kaine (D-Va.) delivered a 14-minute speech on the floor of the U.S. Senate yesterday in favor of the "Gang of Eight" immigration reform bill, entirely in Spanish.
 

Midwifery in the Northern Neck

Northern Neck commentator Thea Marshall explores what some consider a magical world -- the world of midwives.

 

Vegetarian Festival Saturday Could Draw 10,000

One of Richmond’s major food festivals happens this weekend in the Azalea Garden at Bryan Park. The Vegetarian Festival runs from noon until 6.

Democratic Primary Today

Virginia voters today will select Democratic nominees for Lieutenant Governor and Attorney General, as well as several candidates for the House of Delegates.

Virginia Students Paying Higher Share of College Costs

Virginia's public colleges and universities are out-performing the national average on increased enrollment and graduation rates, but the burden of cost is shifting dramatically to the students and their families. 

New Study Says Science-Related Jobs Contribute More to Economy Than Previously Reported

The Brookings Institution has just released a report that says jobs requiring knowledge in science, technology, engineering and math -- both nationally and regionally -- form a much larger part of the economy than previously thought, and that federal support of community colleges and technical schools should be increased accordingly.  Charles Fishburne talks with Johnathan Rothwell, a Senior Research Associate at the Brookings Institution in this WCVE Science Matters Report.

Volatile Week for Stocks; Jobs Report Mixed

Andy Foldenauer fills in for Brian Ford for this week's business news analysis.