Governor discusses budget shortfall as special session opens Gene Marrano August 18, 2020 1 minute read Gov. Ralph Northam Governor Ralph Northam is proposing a budget that has a relatively wide range. From voting to police reform. WFIR’s Rob Ruthenberg has more. Share: Post navigation Previous: Roanoke Valley sees slight uptick in number of new coronavirus casesNext: New books details four generations of Texas Tavern legacy 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