Richmond VA

On this episode of The Rundown, host MaryCatherine Neal talks to 8News reporters Rolynn Wilson and Allison Williams about their Taking Action investigation into conditions at Red Onion State Prison.

The results of the Richmond People's Budget have been announced after more than 5,000 community members participated in what officials said is the first participatory budgeting process in both the city and the Commonwealth of Virginia.

A house fire in Westover sent one person to the hospital Thursday night. The blaze was reported around 7:30 p.m., in the basement of a home on the 5900 block of 16th Street N., about two blocks away from Westover’s shops and restaurants. Initial reports suggest that several people...

Erin Strotman was back in court on Wednesday and was arraigned on charges related to the abuse of four babies in 2023. As you make your summer travel plans across the U.S., make sure getting your REAL ID is part of your checklist. 2 murder suspects arrested in Brunswick. Updated:...

Tree pollen levels drop to moderate range after recent rainfall, but grass pollen remains high. Thunderstorms possible Thursday and Friday with cooler temperatures arriving for the weekend.

HYROX — the popular global fitness race that combines running with functional exercises — is taking the Richmond fitness scene by storm. Why it matters: Local gyms are partnering with the HYROX brand to host official training events and workouts for Richmonders looking to train for a race. The big picture: HYROX is a...

A union says Richmond Public Schools fired five bus drivers after speaking up about overtime pay at a school board meeting. But the district says the firings came after an unlawful strike. The big picture: It's the latest in a multiyear controversy over whether RPS bus drivers are being paid overtime for hours they...

The Federal Bureau of investigation (FBI), has concluded its nationwide surge to arrest child sexual abuse offenders, which has led to the arrest of three Virginians -- two of whom are from Central Virginia.

As you make your summer travel plans across the U.S., make sure getting your REAL ID is part of your checklist. Union protests after five Richmond bus drivers fired. Richmond Public Schools’ school board members met Tuesday evening to review a revised budget, which includes cuts to the superintendent’s original...

If you or your kids love dinosaurs then don’t miss the Ultimate Dinosaurs coming to Richmond at the Science Museum of Virginia on May 31st. According to the Science Museum of Virginia website:. Prehistoric creatures meet cutting-edge technology! Featuring 17 full specimens from locations in the Southern Hemisphere,...