WFIR News Express: GOP Crisis Over Lt. Governor Nominee • Massive Drug Bust • NRV Rail Breaks Ground

Today on WFIR News Express (4/29/25): Virginia's Lieutenant Governor race erupts into chaos as John Reid defies Governor Youngkin’s demand to drop out over an alleged extortion scandal involving explicit photos. Virginia State Police announce a $2 million drug and gun seizure during a statewide crackdown. Hitachi Energy brings 120 new jobs to Bland County. A car crashes into a Roanoke home. Roanoke City real estate appraisers go high-tech with iPads. A groundbreaking ceremony launches the New River Valley Rail Project. Lynchburg police arrest a teen for armed robbery — and a separate hit-and-run crash leaves a juvenile seriously injured. Plus: Virginia’s Invest529 program rebrands, the Washington Commanders close in on a D.C. stadium deal, and VTPD warns students after a rash of scooter thefts. Real news, real fast — subscribe now wherever you get your podcasts.