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

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Repeal amendment dies in subcommittee

A State Senate subcommittee has killed a proposal that would allow a majority of state legislatures to repeal a federal law  ... and some Democratic lawmakers are trying to strip power from the Virginia Attorney General.

McDonnell Applies for Abstinence Only Sex-Ed Funds

Last week Governor Bob McDonnell applied for 1.3 Million dollars in grant funding for Abstinence Only Sex Education programs. Craig Carper reports.

McDonnell Expects No Serious Impact From Earl

Governor McDonnell says he believes the Commonwealth is prepared fully for Hurricane Earl and does nott think Virginians will need to alter significantly their Labor Day weekend plans.

McDonnell Speaks On Computer Failures

Governor McDonnell has discussed how Virginia is handling massive computer failures at state agencies.

Cantor and Scott Offer Different Ideas on Economic Recovery

Two Richmond-area congressmen, Democrat Bobby Scott and Republican Eric Cantor, are sharing different ideas on how best to stabilize the economy and get Americans back to work. Craig Carper reports.

Court Dismisses Cuccinelli’s Global Warming Subpoena vs. UVA

A circuit court judge has dismissed Attorney General Ken Cuccinelli’s subpoena of global warming research documents from the University of Virginia. Craig Carper reports.

Virginia Signs New Contract With NASCAR

Lieutenant Governor Bill Bolling announced yesterday that Virginia had successfully negotiated a five-year contract for continued races at Martinsville Speedway. Craig Carper reports.

Richmond and Chesterfield Seek to Revitalize Hull Street

The City of Richmond is partnering with Chesterfield County on a Federal Grant Application for a $400,000 grant to revitalize a large portion of Hull Street. Craig Carper reports.

McDonnell Exchanges Views on Town Hall Road Show

Gov. McDonnell has been on the road pitching and receiving ideas to make changes in state government.

AG’s To Craigslist: End Adult Services

Attorney General Ken Cuccinelli has joined 16 other Attorneys General in a letter to Craigslist calling on them to remove the controversial Adult Services section from their site. Craig Carper reports.