Virginia governor orders fixes after audits; raccoon found drunk in store; shooting suspect appears in court; water tests amid cancer concerns; new housing opens; vape rules debated.

Governor Moore has directed state agency leaders to fix issues found in recent audits, stressing accountability and transparency amid public scrutiny of government efficiency. In Virginia, a raccoon was found intoxicated in a store bathroom, prompting concerns about wildlife access to human environments. A suspect in a National Guard shooting appeared in court as the investigation continues. In Tennessee, families in Scott County are testing tap water amid rising childhood cancer cases, while new low-income housing opens in Johnson City and lawmakers discuss stricter vape regulations. A student’s zero-grade essay sparked debate over grading fairness in schools.