Thousands rush streets after VCU loss, six arrested
Erica Terrini Executive Editor Richmond Police arrested six people for disorderly conduct on Sunday after VCU’s loss to Butler in the NCAA tournament Final Four game. Police said rocks, bricks and bottles were all thrown at officers. One officer was hurt after being hit by a brick, but they reported no serious injuries. Post-game, thousands […]
Texting still OK under sexual misconduct rules
Erica Terrini Executive Editor The Virginia Board of Education has backed away from a proposal to prohibit teachers from using text messaging and social media to interact with students. Instead, the panel said such electronic communication must be “transparent” and “professional.” The board made that decision last week in adopting guidelines for school districts to […]
State budget restores $17 million for VCU
Erica Terrini Executive Editor The $17 million in funding that Gov. Bob McDonnell attempted to withhold from Virginia Commonwealth University was restored by the General Assembly when it approved amendments to the state budget Sunday. The reallocation of funding was included in the amendments to the 2011-2012 state budget under House Bill 1500. The bill […]
Despite protesters efforts, anti-discrimination bill killed
Erica Terrini Executive Editor An anti-discrimination rally attracted about 100 protesters to VCU’s Monroe Park campus this week in support of Senate Bill 747, which was killed in a House subcommittee Tuesday. Supporters of SB 747 also marched to the Capitol and Court House where protesters spoke with legislators and attended a demonstrative marriage ceremony, […]
Letter to the readers
To our readers: Recently I have become aware that in the past few issues of The CT, several articles included statements that did not meet the standards of accuracy and fairness we strive to keep. By doing so, we realize we have put into question the accuracy of the student paper. However, I would like […]
Law aims to help abuse victims
Erica Terrini Executive Editor Victims of domestic violence and abuse would get more protection from defendants under a bill passed unanimously by the Virginia House of Delegates this week. House Bill 2106 would allow judges to require Virginians who are facing criminal charges, have violated a protective order, or are on probation to wear GPS […]
Pro-gun rally takes aim at firearm rules
Erica Terrini Capital News Service Hundreds of pro-gun advocates rallied at the Capitol on Monday to ease firearm regulations in Virginia. At the same time, they bemoaned the recent shooting rampage in Arizona. The rally was organized by the Virginia Citizens Defense League, which supports 23 pro-gun proposals pending before the General Assembly. They include […]
Local nonprofit host Sudan benefit, discusses country’s future
Erica Terrini Executive Editor For the next couple of months the people of Southern Sudan are preparing to vote on a permanent succession from Northern Sudan. Many believe the independence referendum on Jan. 9, 2010 could equalize the rights of both Northern and Southern Sudanese by diminishing much of the discrimination and government neglect directed […]