: : VPM's daily newscast contains all your Central Virginia news in just 5 to 10 minutes. Hosted by Benjamin Dolle, episodes are recorded the night before so you can wake up prepared. Listeners can subscribe through NPR One, Apple Podcasts, Megaphone, Spotify and wherever you get your podcasts. Here’s a recap of the top stories on the morning of Wednesday, April 21, 2021: State leaders have been reacting to the jury’s verdict that former Minneapolis police-officer Derek Chavin is guilty on all counts in the murder of George Floyd. Governor Ralph Northam says the verdict an important step towards police accountability, but there is still a lot of work ahead. Northam said in a statement that he prays the decision brings comfort to Floyd’s loved ones, and quote “may we honor his legacy by continuing on this march towards justice and meaningful change.” Richmond Mayor Levar Stoney says everyone is responsible for changing and holding unjust systems accountable for harming Black Americans. Stoney adds that the verdict quote “makes it clear to everyone in America that Black lives matter.”