Tyler N. Layne

2 days ago | wtvr.com | Tyler N. Layne

RICHMOND, Va. — Who should oversee Virginia's Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ), which is responsible for serving more than 3,000 court-involved youth every day? That was the question at the center of the latest study from the General Assembly's research arm, the Joint Legislative Audit and Review Commission (JLARC).

3 days ago | wtvr.com | Tyler N. Layne

RICHMOND, Va. — The leader of Richmond's Department of Public Utilities (DPU) said fixing the agency's water-related issues will not be a quick process. In fact, it could take up to 10 years for all necessary changes to be implemented. "This is going to be an uphill battle," DPU Director Scott Morris told Richmond City Council. "There's a lot of things that we need to do and correct. It's going to be a bumpy road, but I'm here for the long haul.

4 days ago | wtvr.com | Tyler N. Layne

RICHMOND, Va. — Virginia's top drinking water official said the growing number of water woes in Richmond is "unprecedented," in contrast to comments from the city's Department of Public Utilities (DPU) leader who said last week it is not uncommon for waterworks to experience repeated problems like the city has. “I will emphasize that this is unacceptable," said Dwayne Roadcap, the director of the Virginia Department of Health's (VDH) Office of Drinking Water.

1 week ago | wtvr.com | Tyler N. Layne

RICHMOND, Va. — On Thursday, Richmond city officials confirmed CBS 6's initial reporting that delayed maintenance at the water treatment plant is what caused a two-day boil water advisory that impacted thousands of residents and businesses. Department of Public Utilities (DPU) Director Scott Morris said the plant delayed cleaning its plate settlers in its sedimentation basin, which ultimately led to clogged filters and a cease in water production.

1 week ago | wtvr.com | Tyler N. Layne

COLONIAL HEIGHTS, Va — The investigation of alleged crimes that prosecutors believe occurred at Colonial Heights Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is expanding and will soon be in the hands of a group of citizens. The Colonial Heights Commonwealth's Attorney filed a petition on Tuesday requesting the court to convene a special grand jury to investigate "ongoing issues and conditions" at the facility.