Chris Winters Archives - VTDigger

A memorial event is held outdoors near a large plaque acknowledging atrocities against children at St. Joseph’s Orphanage and other institutions, urging protection and remembrance.

For Vermont survivors of orphanage abuse, the restorative justice process is over. The journey is not.

by Kevin O'Connor September 8, 2025, 11:56 amSeptember 8, 2025, 1:09 pm

A group of people sit around a conference table covered with documents, notebooks, and drinks, holding a meeting with a screen displaying a document in the background.

Phil Scott remains silent on session’s biggest homelessness bill as it heads to his desk

by Carly Berlin May 30, 2025, 11:46 amMay 30, 2025, 11:46 am

A woman in glasses speaks at a podium with microphones from various news outlets. Two men in suits stand in the background near an American flag.

Government & Politics

State employees union president accuses department of retaliation, secretly filming her during meeting

by Peter D'Auria April 24, 2025, 6:13 pmApril 24, 2025, 6:13 pm

A room with three single beds, each with blue covers, a chair, a baby crib, and a shelf. A window with a blind is on the far wall.

State to keep family shelters in Waterbury, Williston open longer

by Carly Berlin March 27, 2025, 2:39 pmMarch 27, 2025, 2:39 pm

Two tents and some hanging clothes in a forested campsite with surrounding trees and leafy ground cover.

‘Tomorrow is not promised:’ Community remembers Tammy and Lucas Menard

by Emma Cotton November 29, 2024, 6:50 pmNovember 29, 2024, 9:29 pm

Several people exit a fenced building and walk down a ramp onto a snow-dusted path under an overcast sky.

Vermont’s goals for a new residential center for justice-involved youth remain murky

by Peter D'Auria and Ethan Weinstein November 24, 2024, 7:08 amDecember 2, 2024, 9:14 am

A room with three single beds, each with blue covers, a chair, a baby crib, and a shelf. A window with a blind is on the far wall.

State officials peg shelter cost at $3M, with large share for contract staff

by Carly Berlin November 12, 2024, 6:15 pmNovember 13, 2024, 11:52 am

A room with three single beds, each with blue covers, a chair, a baby crib, and a shelf. A window with a blind is on the far wall.

State opens Williston and Waterbury shelters for unhoused families

by Carly Berlin November 1, 2024, 4:16 pmNovember 1, 2024, 4:16 pm

A large green industrial building with a fenced area and a lamp post in front, set against a clear blue sky.

2 shelters for 17 families experiencing homelessness to open Friday

by Carly Berlin October 30, 2024, 4:45 pmOctober 31, 2024, 9:57 am

A man in a beige suit speaks at a podium with microphones. Another man stands in the background holding a paper sign that reads "Housing is a Human Right." Two people listen nearby.

Government & Politics

Pressure builds for Phil Scott to intervene on motel program evictions

by Carly Berlin September 25, 2024, 5:36 pmSeptember 25, 2024, 5:36 pm

A person and a dog stand on a wooden balcony of a multi-story building with tan siding and sliding glass doors.

Government & Politics

Vermont’s new motel room limits are primed to push out hundreds of households this fall

by Carly Berlin August 16, 2024, 2:55 pmAugust 23, 2024, 12:13 pm

A man in a blue collared shirt.

Government & Politics

Families sue Vermont DCF over LGBTQ+ foster care requirements

by Peter D'Auria June 4, 2024, 5:52 pmOctober 28, 2024, 11:02 am

Senior man in a hat sitting at a table during a discussion with standing individuals in a formal room.

Government & Politics

Phil Scott and Vermont legislators found at least some common ground on crime bills this year

by Shaun Robinson May 24, 2024, 6:01 amMay 24, 2024, 11:18 am

Image of a modern youth center surrounded by greenery, featuring a mix of white and wooden exterior elements, large windows, and a sign that reads "Youth Center." A parking area is visible in front.

Government & Politics

State intends to build new secure juvenile facility in Vergennes

by Tiffany Tan May 17, 2024, 6:24 pmMay 17, 2024, 6:24 pm