VT researchers look into epidemic level prison population Ian Price April 13, 2017 1 min read Statistics from the justice department show America’s prison population is more than 2.2 million individuals – or roughly the size of Houston – and local researchers hope to figure out why. WFIR’s Ian Price has more: Share: Continue Reading Previous: Ex-Tech journalism teacher recalls April 16, 2007Next: Warner hears about proposed budget cuts at VT-C Research Institute Related Stories 1 min read TAP turns 60, celebrating with a traveling birthday party this week Gene Marrano April 28, 2025 3 min read Washington Commanders announce plans for new stadium at old RFK site Ian Price April 28, 2025 1 min read April is Financial Literacy Month, Virginia savings plan launches new name Gene Marrano April 28, 2025