Format: 2013-05-21

Virginia Wines Now In Europe

Representatives of five Virginia wineries accompanied Governor Bob McDonnell on his first European trade mission last week in the hopes of increasing their export business. Craig Carper reports.

Jeff Schapiro analyzes the week in Virginia politics

Summary: Reaction to Webb's column on affirmative action; McDonnell will travel to push liquor store privatization.

“Beige Book” Shows Recovery is Mixed

The pace of economic activity has slowed or held steady in parts of the country, revealing a choppy path back to health. A new survey released by the Federal Reserve yesterday tracked 12 regions, including Richmond, where activity has either slowed or leveled off.

New Campus Dedication at South University

South University is dedicating its new campus in Short Pump Friday morning and introducing a new field of study.

McDonnell Looks Into Offshore Wind Energy

During his European trade mission last week Governor Bob McDonnell held meetings with leaders in the development of offshore wind energy to try and bring some of their ideas back to the Commonwealth. Craig Carper reports.

Civil War Battle Remembered in Petersburg

Friday will mark the 146th anniversary of the Civil War Battle of the Crater. On Saturday, The Petersburg National Battlefield will be having special educational programs.

Hanover Teenager Pleads Guilty in Ax Attack on Schoolmate

A Hanover County Teenager has pleaded guilty to attacking another student with an ax and will spend a minimum two years at a juvenile correction facility. As Charles Fishburne reports, the plea agreement spared the 16-year old a possible life prison sentence.

Prisons Chief Says We Spend Too Much Locking Up Non-violent

Virginia Department of Corections Director Gene Johnson says the state is spending too much money locking up non-violent offenders, who he says comprise about one-third of the prison population, and that we should focus instead on locking away violent criminals.

Thea Marshall Has Another Tale from the Northern Neck.

Thea Marshall explores the Influence Thesis, which suggests that the authors of our constitution were greatly influenced by the way the Iroqois Confederacy governed itself.

Petersburg Man Facing Felony Charges in Homicide

A Petersburg man is facing charges in connection with the murder of 27 year old Tameka Claiborne.