• A Henrico County hospital said law enforcement officers “interrupted” an initial attempt at mental health treatment for Irvo Otieno, who died in custody a few days later at a different hospital after being arrested and jailed.—Richmond Times-Dispatch• “Gay couple sells Virginia restaurant at center of small-town dispute.”—Washington Post• A new poll found Gov. Glenn Youngkin has retained a 58% approval rating despite the Virginia GOP’s losses in last year’s General Assembly elections.—Richmond Times-Dispatch• Leslie Mehta, a former attorney with the American Civil Liberties Union of Virginia, announced she’s seeking the Democratic nomination to run against U.S. Rep. Rob Wittman, R-Westmoreland.—Washington Post• A group of Prince William County residents filed a lawsuit to try to block the construction of a recently approved data center project.—WJLA

Source: Washington Post January 05, 2024 12:07 UTC