Mechanicsville man charged with murder after body found in Henrico woods
A 41-year-old Mechanicsville man faces first-degree murder charges after the body of a homeless man was found in woods off Staples Mill Road in Henrico County.
Richmond airport plans giant dogwood sculpture, Virginia-shaped welcome sign
The Richmond airport might be building a 24-foot-tall sculpture of a Virginia dogwood, the state's official flower and tree, between the North and South garages, reports the Henrico Citizen. Why it matters: It'll be hard to miss. Zoom in: Just one of its curling leaves, pictured above, is estimated to...
Chesterfield teacher arrested after allegedly taking photos of juvenile in bathroom
The woman allegedly faked her own death to avoid getting caught. Rental inspection program being considered in Richmond. Efforts are underway in Richmond to try to hold bad landlords accountable. Drones used to capture thermal imaging of Richmond’s hot spots. Updated: 6 hours ago. Cooling urban areas requires...
Petersburg mom has warning for renters after flood destroys everything she owned
A Petersburg mother of three lost everything in recent flooding and discovered her renters insurance wouldn't cover the damage. Now she's warning others to carefully review their policies.
VBPD: 3 18-year-old’s arrested in connection with 2 armed robberies at VB Oceanfront
Three 18-year-old Richmond residents were recently arrested in connection with two armed robberies in Virginia Beach.
Meet Richmond’s zestiest summer tomato bagel
Baltik's Bagel in South Richmond is upping the Hot Tomato Summer ante this year with its entry: the Pomo‑D'ORO. Why it matters: The bagel sandwich features Hanover tomatoes, vodka cream cheese, fresh basil, speck, Duke's Mayo pesto blend and a drizzle of 25‑year‑old balsamic from Emilia‑Romagna in Northern Italy.
July is Disability Pride Month
Pick up an angel from Marco's Pizza and return the gifts by July 31. Global Connection RVA pop-up shop this Saturday, July 26. Canine Companions looking for foster puppy parents. Updated: Jul. 23, 2025 at 11:00 AM EDT. Canine Companions provides service dogs to those with disabilities, and they are...
Drones used to capture thermal imaging of Richmond’s hot spots
RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT) - Up and away on Wednesday afternoon, a drone equipped with a thermal imaging camera cruised around Hotchkiss Park. Using technology and a drone designed by DroneDeploy, it located hot spots in the park following a route mapped out by a drone pilot from WM Jordan. This...
Richmond and Henrico Health Districts share rabies prevention tips
Richmond and Henrico Health Districts (RHHD) are sharing their rabies prevention tips just in time for the summer months.
Refrigerator technician severely burned after propane tank explodes in Richmond
A refrigerator technician was severely burned on Tuesday when officials said a propane tank exploded in Richmond.