The Virginia State Capitol. Photo by Markus Schmidt.

Here are some of the top headlines from other news outlets around Virginia. Some content may be behind a metered paywall:

Politics:

Bill aims to reinforce “bell-to-bell” cellphone ban in Virginia schools. — Richmond Times-Dispatch (paywall).

Economy:

Coal operator files for bankruptcy; owes millions to localities in Virginia, Kentucky. — WEKU.

Local:

Martinsville removes gunshot detection system after grant ends. — Martinsville Bulletin (paywall).

Courts:

New details emerge in Hampton Roads heath care fraud investigation. — Virginia Mercury.

Weather:

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