Invasive Spotted Lanternflies emerge in Virginia
The video above is from previous coverage in April 2025. PORTSMOUTH, Va. (WAVY) – The Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (VDACS) confirms the invasive Spotted Lanternfly has been spotted in Virginia. VDACS said they were first seen in Richmond, followed by Lynchburg. “These invasive pests damage...
Two people injured following shooting incident in Virginia
VIRGINIA — Two men were injured in a shooting early Tuesday morning near Oakwood Cemetery, according to the Richmond Police Department. Officers responded to reports of random gunfire in the 3200 block of Tuxedo Boulevard at 12:11 a.m. on July 1. When they arrived, they found two men suffering from gunshot wounds....
Firework displays and rules in Richmond, VA
Before celebrating Independence Day in Richmond, VA. know the rules + where to catch local firework displays around town with your friends and family.
Report: Car thefts spike in summer
On Dec. 30, 2023, Wyatt Fowler was killed in a car crash. Fired bus drivers reinstated as RPS reaches deal with union. Richmond Public Schools and its bus driver union reached final terms on an initial collective bargaining agreement. Richmond International Airport expects another record year for Independence Day...
Two men injured after shooting near Oakwood Cemetery in Richmond
Two men are injured after police said they were shot near Oakwood Cemetery in Richmond early Tuesday morning.
Long-planned 12-story apartment tower underway in Jackson Ward
More than four years in the making, a Jackson Ward parking lot’s transformation into a high-rise apartment building is underway. Locally based SNP Properties recently kicked off the construction of a 12-story, 255-unit building at 200 E. Marshall St. The development, which would be among the tallest new-construction...
141 vehicles pulled over on Hull Street Road during traffic operation
CHESTERFIELD, Va. (WWBT) - The Chesterfield County Police Department pulled over 141 vehicles last week during a traffic enforcement operation on Hull Street Road. “Officers issued 154 summonses and 23 written warnings for a variety of traffic-related offenses,” police said on Tuesday in a news release. “The highest...
Help us find the official dog of 804 Day
Does your dog have what it takes to be Richmond’s next four-legged ambassador?. Style Weekly is partnering with the 804 Day music and community festival to find a “Very Richmond dog” that embodies the spirit of our region. Whether it’s charm, style, unique story or most Richmond...
Patient dies after dental surgery due to pulmonary embolism — $5.021 million verdict
Injuries alleged: Death from pulmonary embolism following outpatient dental surgery Name of case: Robert Moody, Administrator of the Estate of Kristen Moody v. Williams Court: Chesterfield County Ci...
New Virginia laws impact mail thieves, backseat passengers, and more
A slew of new laws go into effect across Virginia on Tuesday, July 1 that impact reckless drivers, unbuckled passengers in the backseat, and criminals who target the mail.