Northam urges lawmakers to be “second” responders Clark Palmer June 5, 2019 1 minute read State lawmakers will head back to Richmond to take part in a special session of the General Assembly to discuss possible gun reform including possible expansion of back ground checks. WFIR’s Clark Palmer Share: Post navigation Previous: Commission formed to find discriminatory language in lawsNext: First there was Art by Bus – now its Art by Bike Related Stories Roanoke unveils historic marker to honor ophthalmology pioneer Web Staff April 17, 2026 Roanoke prepares for record heat, road closures during Blue Ridge Marathon Ian Price April 17, 2026 Virginia agency warns drivers against cannabis use ahead of 4/20 Web Staff April 17, 2026