➤ Chesapeake: The city council approved a conditional use permit that could allow a manufacturing tower more than 600 feet high. If the plans move forward, the building would be the tallest in Virginia. (Details)
➤ Haymarket: Fire crews were able to rescue a dog from the rubble of a home that exploded last week following a gas leak. The animal is said to be in “good shape.” (More)
➤ Statewide: The Commonwealth’s epidemiologist predicts that this year’s flu season will be similar in severity to last year’s, which was “moderately severe.” (Watch)
➤ Richmond: Lawmakers announced plans to introduce a “momnibus” bill in each legislative chamber next year in an attempt to improve health outcomes for mothers and babies. (Details)
➤ Pittsylvania County: The Virginia Port Authority told manufacturer Morgan Olson that the company “has failed to maintain at least 25 new, permanent full-time positions” at a facility and that the company will have to return a $500,000 economic development grant. (Details)
➤ Norfolk: Two residents filed a federal lawsuit that claims the city’s traffic cameras violate their constitutional rights. (Details)
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