Vermont News
- NEK legislators criticized for voting against Capitol riots resolutionby Justin Trombly on January 21, 2021 at 5:44 pm
Even in Holland, a town of just a few hundred, the attempted insurrection Jan. 6 spurred discourse. Read the story on VTDigger here: NEK legislators criticized for voting against Capitol riots resolution.
- Norwich native Jon Finer takes a key job in Biden administrationby Valley News on January 21, 2021 at 5:26 pm
The 1994 Hanover High School graduate, who grew up in Norwich, is now principal deputy national security adviser. Read the story on VTDigger here: Norwich native Jon Finer takes a key job in Biden administration.
- For housing committee chair, a new session means new plan for a housing bondby Anne Wallace Allen on January 21, 2021 at 5:13 pm
This might be the right time for Vermont to borrow more money to build housing, says Sen. Michael Sirotkin. “Interest rates are ridiculously low, and the first housing bond was a home run. We have the funds available to pay the debt service.” Read the story on VTDigger here: For housing committee chair, a new session means new plan for a housing bond.
- Slate Ridge temporarily ordered to stop operating training facilityby VTD Editor on January 21, 2021 at 4:40 pm
The town of West Pawlet has asked the judge to make the order permanent, require the removal of unpermitted buildings and impose fines. Read the story on VTDigger here: Slate Ridge temporarily ordered to stop operating training facility.
- In a survey, minority business owners say local chambers ‘too white’by Anne Wallace Allen on January 21, 2021 at 2:14 pm
“When you walk into a room and you’re Black, people notice that immediately and something changes in the dynamic,” said Al Wakefield, a longtime HR consultant. “Some whole level of scrutiny is brought to the meeting." Read the story on VTDigger here: In a survey, minority business owners say local chambers ‘too white’.
- Final Reading: Dems delay inaugural fundraiser; Scott tests negative for Covidby Kit Norton on January 21, 2021 at 10:00 am
The Vermont Democratic Party delayed its Inaugural fundraiser to Feb. 4, to avoid coinciding with any potential violence yesterday. Read the story on VTDigger here: Final Reading: Dems delay inaugural fundraiser; Scott tests negative for Covid.
- Top Vermont officials back gun prohibitions, but Senate action is uncertainby Xander Landen on January 20, 2021 at 9:48 pm
The bill would ban guns from hospitals, child care facilities and state buildings. It’s not clear whether it has the votes to reach the Senate floor. Read the story on VTDigger here: Top Vermont officials back gun prohibitions, but Senate action is uncertain.
- Elayne Clift: Time to recover and safeguard our futureby Commentary on January 20, 2021 at 7:21 pm
Dare we hope that we can do the hard work required of us? Can we truly commit to never subjecting ourselves, our progeny, or our country to another national nightmare? Read the story on VTDigger here: Elayne Clift: Time to recover and safeguard our future.
- Laura Martin: Vaccinate Vermont prisoners nowby Commentary on January 20, 2021 at 7:19 pm
Vermont has the obligation to do what is ethical, which means vaccinating people at high-risk, in high-exposure settings, as soon as possible. Read the story on VTDigger here: Laura Martin: Vaccinate Vermont prisoners now.
- Don Keelan: What is going on in Burlington?by Commentary on January 20, 2021 at 7:16 pm
The City Council members believe it is critical for them to stay focused on their progressive city charter changes. Read the story on VTDigger here: Don Keelan: What is going on in Burlington?.
CBS Top Stories
- McConnell proposing that impeachment trial start in Februaryon January 21, 2021 at 5:52 pm
Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell said he has yet to hear back from Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer.
- Fauci describes "liberating feeling" in new Biden administrationon January 21, 2021 at 5:50 pm
Psaki will be joined by Dr. Anthony Fauci, the head of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases.
- Biden signs executive actions on first day as presidenton January 21, 2021 at 5:45 pm
The 46th president is undoing some of his predecessor's executive actions.
- "Bridgerton" is returning for a second season on Netflixon January 21, 2021 at 5:44 pm
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- Live Updates: Biden lays out COVID-19 strategy on first full day in officeon January 21, 2021 at 5:43 pm
The new president signed 10 executive orders as part of his strategy to combat the virus.
- Biden unveils COVID strategy with slate of executive orderson January 21, 2021 at 5:29 pm
The president signed 10 executive orders aimed at expanding testing and vaccine availability and reopening schools soon.
- Democrats weigh options to pass Biden's massive COVID relief billon January 21, 2021 at 5:24 pm
Democrats are considering passing the bill through reconciliation, which would allow it to be passed without GOP support.
- Dr. Anthony Fauci returns to White House press briefing to give update on COVID-19 responseon January 21, 2021 at 5:21 pm
Dr. Anthony Fauci returned to the White House briefing room Thursday to give an update on the coronavirus pandemic. Fauci, the nation's leading infectious disease official, had often been sidelined in recent months by former President Trump. Watch his remarks.
- Meat processors ready for COVID-19 vaccine. Workers may not beon January 21, 2021 at 4:58 pm
Roughly 4 in 10 Americans say they definitely or probably won't get a coronavirus vaccine, according to Pew Research.
- Meat processors ready for COVID-19 vaccine. Workers may not beon January 21, 2021 at 4:58 pm
Roughly 4 in 10 Americans say they definitely or probably won't get a coronavirus vaccine, according to Pew Research.