For the first time in more than a decade, Virginia has raised the hourly minimum wage for workers -- sparking a debate over the benefits and downsides. The change comes as many business owners are still feeling the economic toll of the pandemic, so some critics are especially concerned about the timing of the move. However, others say it's been a long time coming. It's part of new legislation passed by a Democrat-controlled General Assembly that increases the hourly rate each year until it reach