Texts show DPU officials believed backup generators were on during early hours of water crisis
The records obtained under FOIA reveal new behind-the-scenes detail of a chaotic day.
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Water outage relief fund will start with about $650,000 in city money
City officials have said they’re unclear on the size of the need for financial aid after the water emergency.
Richmond Utilities Commission role remains uncertain as fallout from water crisis continues
“I hope this isn’t a waste of your time, because apparently we can’t ask any meaty questions.”
Richmond janitors go on strike over working conditions, alleged anti-union actions
Two janitors allege Nu-Tech fired them for their involvement in a union drive.
Va. Senate blocks bill that would’ve given Richmond millions more in Rosie’s gambling revenue
Under the current system requiring an even split, both localities got $3.7 million from the Richmond Rosie’s, according to data for the most recent budget year.
Major pharma company to invest $54.2 million in upgrades to Richmond facility
Youngkin touted the growth of what he described as a “pharma corridor” between Richmond and Petersburg.
Virginia Senate committee blocks bill to impose new hiring criteria for Richmond DPU directors
The bill was rejected on an 8-7 vote along party lines.
