New Educational Program Aimed at Stopping Check Fraud Scams

Virginia’s Attorney General and Commissioner of Agriculture and Consumer Services yesterday announced a new anti-fraud program to help protect Virginians from fake check scams. Charles Fishburne reports.

Virginia Banks Unveil Fraud Education Program

The Consumer Federation of America is partnering with Virginia banks and credit unions in cooperation with the Virginia Attorney General's office and the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services to educate consumers about check fraud scemes. Craig Carper reports.

High School Musicians Play With the UVa Band

The seventh annual Band Day at the University of Virginia last weekend, gave high school musicians a day to remember and a chance to play in Scott Stadium.

Triple A Says Holiday Travel Will Increase

There is more from Triple A today about the upcoming holiday as Charles Fishburne reports, they are predicting double-digit increases in Thanksgiving travel.

Hopewell’s Police Chief resigns

The Police Chief in Hopewell has resigned after only three years on the job.

Commission turns down oyster gardens

The Potomac Fisheries Commission has decided against allowing oyster farming along piers in the river.

McDonnell and Saslaw clash over road funding

Governor Bob McDonnell wants Northern Virginia and Hampton Roads to keep a portion of their sales tax to use for local transportation projects, though some critics say that will hurt other core services ... and Delegate Bob Marshall wants Virginia to be prepared to produce its own currency, should the Federal Reserve collapse.

Legislature opens with McDonnell's renewed call for liquor store privitization

Jeff Schapiro views the State of the Commonwealth address and other political happenings.

William & Mary Student on Oprah Show

A William and Mary sophomore from Richmond is in Chicago today taping a segment of the Oprah Winfrey Show that will air on Friday.

McEachin Named Legislator of the Year by Virginia Interfaith Center

Ninth District State Senator Don McEachin has just been named "Legislator of the Year," by the Virginia Interfaith Center for Public Policy. Charles Fishburne reports.