Budget talks stall over data centers, Roanoke comes up empty in Richmond, and rabies confirmed in Bedford and Campbell — WFIR News Express 3/12/26
This WFIR News Express update was recorded for Thursday, March 12, 2026, and is being posted late on Friday, March 13, 2026. A separate new update for Friday will be posted later.In this episode, Virginia lawmakers face the prospect of a special session as budget negotiations stall over data center tax exemptions, with Governor Abigail Spanberger floating a compromise tied to energy consumption. We also cover a press conference from high-profile Virginia Democrats and the Virginia NAACP raising concerns about deceptive mailers tied to the April 21 redistricting referendum.Health officials…
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