Vermont's top journalists join moderator Mitch Wertlieb to delve into the most important news stories of the week.

Vermont's top journalists join moderator Mitch Wertlieb to delve into the most important news stories of the week.

Vermont's top journalists join moderator Mitch Wertlieb to delve into the most important news stories of the week.

Vermont's top journalists join moderator Mitch Wertlieb to delve into the most important news stories of the week.

Vermont's top journalists join moderator Mitch Wertlieb to delve into the most important news stories of the week.

Vermont's top journalists join moderator Mitch Wertlieb to delve into the most important news stories of the week.

Vermont's top journalists join moderator Mitch Wertlieb to delve into the most important news stories of the week.

A bipartisan group of Vermont lawmakers traveled to Israel amid mounting criticism of the country’s offensive in Gaza. Plus, towns try a new model to tackle the overlapping issues of crime, addiction and homelessness. And a massive solar farm in Shaftsbury wins approval.This week's panel:Mitch Wertlieb - Moderator Lola Duffort - Vermont Public Kevin McCallum - Seven DaysLiam Elder-Connors - Vermont Public

Vermont's top journalists join guest moderator Mikaela Lefrak to delve into the most important news stories of the week.

Vermont's top journalists join moderator Mitch Wertlieb to delve into the most important news stories of the week.

New clean water regulations are raising questions about the future of hydroelectric dams in the state.Plus, a conservative PAC targets climate action in Vermont.And the town of Johnson and Vermont State University announce an innovative new partnership.

As Burlington and other municipalities across the state contend with ongoing public safety concerns, state and local leaders are at odds over how to address the challenges.Plus, the Scott administration announces a new return-to-work policy for state employees.And statewide officeholders start planning for next year’s elections.

Following threats of financial consequences from the Trump administration, Gov. Phil Scott this week disputed allegations that Vermont is a "sanctuary state."Plus, BTV airport officials are considering their options amid a public outcry over ICE’s use of the airport.And, an American ultramarathon runner sets a new Long Trail record.

Vermont's top journalists join moderator Mitch Wertlieb to delve into the most important news stories of the week.

Gov. Scott faced pushback this week over his decision to transfer SNAP recipients' personal data to the Trump administration.Plus, a look at how state lawmakers are utilizing legislative reports and study groups.And, unsheltered homelessness spikes in Vermont.

Vermont’s largest hospital system announced dozens of layoffs this week as part of a plan to cut nearly $185 million in spending by the end of next year.Plus, a Vermont Agency of Education hire raises questions.And, a big weekend ahead for soccer fans in the state.

A Vermont superintendent is left reeling this week, after border agents at a Texas port of entry detained him for several hours and searched his devices.Plus, thousands of Vermonters will see federal food benefits eliminated or reduced.And, a free food distribution program faces pushback in Burlington.

Municipalities and service providers are struggling to support a growing number of homeless Vermonters.Plus, hundreds of property owners still await FEMA buyout money.And, Green Mountain Transit faces challenges as it looks to the future.

Heavy thunderstorms have led to flash flooding in Vermont — for the third year in a row.Plus, an increased reliance on Vermont’s prisons by federal immigration authorities is causing strain.And the Howard Center, the state’s largest social service provider, announces program cuts and layoffs.

On a special edition of Vermont This Week, we sit down for a conversation with Vermont Attorney General Charity Clark. Clark discusses how her office is pushing back on what she sees as overreach by the federal government and the Trump administration."The bottom line for me is, it's the rule of law," Clark says. "I am focused on the violation of all of these fundamental rights — systems that we have like due process, respecting the balance of powers in the three branches of government. Respecting that we live in a federal nation, a federalist system where each state is a sovereign state with its own rights, with its own responsibilities."