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Among the items at issue are cellphones — both personal and government-issued — used by authorities during a traffic stop that turned deadly and the investigation that led up to it.
Dispute over evidence preservation heats up in border agent’s killing - VTDiggerAmong the items at issue are cellphones — both personal and government-issued — used by authorities during a traffic stop that turned deadly and the investigation that led up to it.vtdigger.orgLeadership at Elevate Youth Services in Barre said the gift provides welcome financial stability for the expanding nonprofit.
Vermont nonprofit sees $500,000 gift to create youth homelessness services endowment - VTDiggerLeadership at Elevate Youth Services in Barre said the gift provides welcome financial stability for the expanding nonprofit.vtdigger.orgState police troopers will again patrol downtown Burlington after a directive from Gov. Phil Scott that caught the city’s mayor off guard.
To the mayor’s surprise, Gov. Scott directs state police to patrol BurlingtonThe governor directed state police troopers to patrol the Queen City’s downtown through mid-August. Mayor Emma Mulvaney-Stanak said it was “unfortunate” she wasn’t notified, though she welcomed the st...vtdigger.org“All across the state and the country, ICE has shown a brutal and blatant disregard for our neighbors’ rights and safety,” an ACLU of Vermont attorney said.
ACLU files federal claims against ICE over March 11 South Burlington raid - VTDigger“All across the state and the country, ICE has shown a brutal and blatant disregard for our neighbors’ rights and safety,” an ACLU of Vermont attorney said.vtdigger.orgWho is responsible for what in Vermont’s government? Here’s a guide for Vermonters preparing to vote. 🗳️
Who is responsible for what in Vermont’s government? Here’s a guide for Vermonters preparing to vote. - VTDiggerAs voters prepare to fill elected positions for the next two years, VTDigger has summed up the primary responsibilities of each.vtdigger.org“I’m worried about this tax,” Dr. Tony Blofson, the hospital’s acting co-CEO, told the selectboard at a special meeting. “People say, ‘I can’t afford it,’ and this is going to be a divisive issue at a time when we really need to all be together.”
Brattleboro drops idea of tax hike meant to aid its hospital’s endangered birthing center - VTDigger“This is going to be a divisive issue at a time when we really need to all be together,” a Brattleboro Memorial Hospital leader said upon Tuesday’s withdrawal of a plan some called too costly.vtdigger.orgKinney Drugs implemented the AI virtual assistant for patient communication and refill services in May. Soon after, its customers began to experience problems.
A pharmacy chain in Vermont implemented AI for efficiency. It's led to delays, incorrect information and privacy concerns. - VTDiggerAs AI pops up in healthcare systems across the country, several lawyers told VTDigger that the technology is outpacing regulation, leaving consumers vulnerable.vtdigger.org“Our economic dependence on this single pillar is such that, if it falters, it could create a tidal wave of economic distress,” the economists wrote in a report Tuesday.
Vermont’s economy is in good shape, state economists say, but AI boom is a threat - VTDigger“Our economic dependence on this single pillar is such that, if it falters, it could create a tidal wave of economic distress,” the economists wrote in a report Tuesday.vtdigger.org“He’d like to get this behind him, but at the same time he wants to call into question police conduct on that day,” the man’s attorney told reporters Tuesday.
Burlington man denies charges of smashing police van window and injuring trooper during ICE raid protest - VTDigger“He’d like to get this behind him, but at the same time he wants to call into question police conduct on that day,” the man’s attorney told reporters Tuesday.vtdigger.orgNew sidewalks or bike paths in seven northern Vermont municipalities are on hold after the Environmental Protection Agency determined the projects no longer aligned with the government’s goals.
Judge finds Vermont's federal grants can't be rescinded if political priorities shift - VTDigger“This ruling is an important step toward protecting Vermont’s federal funding, now and in the future, from arbitrary termination based on the shifting priorities of the Trump Administration,” Vermont ...vtdigger.orgVermont's 2026 Election Guide is live. 🗳️ Find county races, candidate information, campaign finance data, voting deadlines, how-to-vote resources and our latest election reporting, all in one place. Take a look before the Aug. 11 primary: vtdigger.org/2026-primary...
2026 Primary Election Guide - VTDiggerPrepare for Vermont's Aug. 11, 2026, primary election. Find candidates, learn how to vote and explore races by county.vtdigger.orgThe business says it has a buyer for its Windsor site and is moving to an undisclosed location that’s not in Windsor or any adjacent towns.
Blake Hill Preserves prepares to move after employee furloughs - VTDiggerThe business says it has a buyer for its Windsor site and is moving to an undisclosed location that’s not in Windsor or any adjacent towns.vtdigger.org“As much as I can stay inside, I will stay inside,” one Haitian on the program in Vermont said, referring to his apartment in Chittenden County.
End of immigration program forces difficult choices for Vermont residents - VTDigger“As much as I can stay inside, I will stay inside,” one Haitian on the program in Vermont said, referring to his apartment in Chittenden County.vtdigger.orgAdministrators are reporting shortfalls of $16 million for the last fiscal year, and a projected $14.5 million for the current year, or 11% of a $130 million budget.
Audit reveals Brattleboro hospital’s multiyear budget deficit has risen to at least $30 million - VTDigger“While some of this news is very shocking to people, it was because our financial reporting systems were in shambles,” a Brattleboro Memorial Hospital administrator said of the higher shortfall total.vtdigger.orgThe Vermont Department of Corrections said its new policy is about protecting public safety. Advocates have raised concerns.
A Department of Corrections policy is quietly reshaping how long people are incarcerated in Vermont - VTDiggerThe department said the policy is about protecting public safety. Advocates have raised concerns.vtdigger.orgThe chair of the regulatory board that decides hospital budgets and health insurance premium increases in Vermont is stepping down at the end of September, Gov. Phil Scott announced Friday.
Owen Foster stepping down as chair of state’s most powerful healthcare regulator - VTDiggerHis tenure has been defined by a harder line on reining in hospital budgets and insurance premium increases. He plans to stay on as a board member.vtdigger.orgIf a suitable location is found, the year-round shelter would be the largest in the state, and could help stem the high number of people sleeping outdoors.
Wanted: Large space for 100-bed emergency shelter in Chittenden County - VTDiggerIf a suitable location is found, the year-round shelter would be the largest in the state, and could help stem the high number of people sleeping outdoors.vtdigger.orgNicholas Fontana is the second officer in recent months accused of violating the state-required Fair and Impartial Policing Policy while a member of the department.
Ex-Rutland City officer faces allegations of violating anti-bias policy, falsifying report - VTDiggerNicholas Fontana is the second officer in recent months accused of violating the state-required Fair and Impartial Policing Policy while a member of the department.vtdigger.org
