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An on-going series looking at a range of issues, from affordability and housing policy, to homelessness and segregation.

Applicants With Criminal Record Not Welcome At Some Rentals And Advocates Say It’s Discrimination

Many landlords refuse to rent to people with a criminal record. Fair housing advocates in Virginia are challenging the legality of these policies, saying they disproportionately impact people of color.

Richmond Nonprofit Reflects On 30 Years Of Providing Affordable Housing

The Better Housing Coalition turns 30 this month. The VPM News series Where We Live looks at the organization's origins and efforts expanding safe and secure affordable housing in the community. 

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Politics

NC Company Plans Mixed Use Development Near James River Sites Demolished During Urban Renewal

September 8, 2019

Special Reports

Facing The ‘Scarlet E’ Richmond Family Moves Into Motel

August 23, 2019

Special Reports

Attorneys Available By Phone, Day Of Court To Help Richmond Tenants Stop Evictions

August 20, 2019

Special Reports

Data Presents Complicated Picture Of Virginia Evictions

August 13, 2019

Human Interest

55-Plus Housing Is Out Of Reach For Some Seniors In Chesterfield

August 13, 2019

History

Mapping Projects Show Lasting Impact Of Redlining, Racial Covenants In Virginia

July 29, 2019

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About Where We Live

VPM News launched this ongoing series in 2018. We’ll be looking at a range of issues, from affordability and housing policy, to homelessness and segregation.