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Judge to rule this week on case of Governor’s former chef
RICHMOND, Va. A Richmond judge will rule later this week on whether to dismiss embezzlement charges against a former Virginia Executive Mansion chef. Circuit Judge Margaret Spencer heard arguments from Todd Schneider's attorney and a special prosecutor on Monday.
Gov. McDonnell repays state for items given to kids
RICHMOND Gov. Bob McDonnell has reimbursed the state nearly $2,400 for food and supplies taken by his children from the Virginia Executive Mansion kitchen since he took office in 2010.
Governor’s former chef wants his case tossed
The stakes are high for Gov. Bob McDonnell and Ken Cuccinelli, the Republican seeking to succeed him, at a Richmond Circuit Court hearing today, where neither man is expected to be present. In court, lawyers for the governor's former chef will argue for the dismissal of charges of embezzling state property on the basis that he had permission to take those goods as payment for his services.
DC lawyer advising McDonnell amid gift questions
RICHMOND Virginia Gov. Bob McDonnell is getting advice from a high-powered Washington lawyer amid questions about gifts he and his family have received during his term. McDonnell tells the Richmond Times-Dispatch that Emmet T. Flood is advising him. He says he believes it was proper for him to seek legal counsel.
Va. mansion director subpoenaed in ex-chef’s case
RICHMOND, Va. The director of Virginia's Executive Mansion has been subpoenaed to testify in the embezzlement case against the mansion's former chef. A defense witness list filed Wednesday in Richmond Circuit Court says Sarah Scarbrough has been called to testify at Monday's hearing on a motion to dismiss four felony charges against Todd Schneider.
Cuccinelli to attend south Hampton Roads festivities
Virginia Attorney General and Republican candidate for governor Ken Cuccinelli will make appearances throughout south Hampton Roads during the July 4th holiday. He will attend the Red Hot and Blue Fourth of July BBQ Festival at the Chesapeake City Park tonight, according to a news release.
Cuccinelli to attend Hampton Roads July 4 events
Virginia Attorney General and Republican candidate for governor Ken Cuccinelli will make appearances throughout South Hampton Roads at July 4 celebrations tonight through Saturday. He will attend the Red Hot and Blue Fourth of July BBQ Festival at the Chesapeake City Park at 6:30 p.m. tonight, according to a news release.
Sexual, domestic violence clearinghouse started in Va.
RICHMOND A new online resource is available for Virginia professionals who deal with sexual and domestic violence. The attorney general's office announced the establishment of the Community Solutions to Sexual and Domestic Violence website Wednesday. It's a clearinghouse that includes training materials, evaluation tools, conference announcements, brochures, model policies and other resources.
VA lists potential transportation partnership projects
RICHMOND Inviting public input on the proposals, the state has identified 10 high-cost highway-related projects as potential candidates for financing by public-private partnerships.
Va. lists potential transportation partnership projects
RICHMOND Inviting public input on the proposals, the state has identified 10 high-cost highway-related projects as potential candidates for financing by public-private partnerships.
NC Senate Republicans bring out new abortion rules
RALEIGH, N.C. Social conservatives pushed a series of new abortion rule changes nearly completely through the Republican-led state Senate late Tuesday, including some that would place new restrictions on clinics and doctors and prohibit gender-selective abortions.
N.C. Senate approves toughened abortion rules
RALEIGH, N.C. Senate Republicans gave their final approval Wednesday to legislation requiring additional rules for abortions in North Carolina, even as hundreds of angry protesters descended on the legislature to express their displeasure.
