‘Huge asset for us:’ GRTC unveils bigger buses to keep up with ridership demand
RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT) - We all know that new car smell, but what about that new bus smell? Well, GRTC passengers will have the chance to get used to it. A new fleet of four articulated buses has arrived in the River City and is ready for daily trips on the Pulse Bus Rapid Transit line on Broad Street, which has 17% of...
VDOT halts lane closures ahead of busy 4th of July travel weekend
RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT) - Over 2 million Virginians are anticipated to travel for Independence Day, and the Virginia Department of Transportation is working to ensure everyone has a safe trip to their destinations. Roads are expected to be congested, and in an effort to reduce traffic, VDOT will lift lane...
Tragedy to Mission: Sister fights addiction stigma after losing twin to fentanyl
Organizations in Central Virginia gathered to fight substance abuse stigma at an event organized by Jill Cichowicz, who lost her twin brother to fentanyl in 2017.
Suspect arrested after stabbing incident in Chesterfield
CHESTERFIELD, Va. (WWBT) - A man has been arrested in Chesterfield after allegedly stabbing another man multiple times. Officers say that the incident took place near the Fall Creek Apartments on Marina Drive on Sunday at 11:30 p.m. Police state that two men were involved in a fight, during which one was repeatedly...
Pastor at RVA Latino Festival: ‘Love them as much as they love this community’
The 18th annual RVA Latino Festival, one of Richmond's liveliest block parties, celebrated culture, community and pride at Sacred Heart Catholic Church.
Nate’s Bagels opens a second location in Richmond, Virginia
The original Nate's Bagel has been located at 21 South Allen Avenue in the Fan since 2018. Now, there is a second location at 1219 Highpoint Avenue in Scott's Addition, according to BizSense.
Department of Wildlife Resources to focus on catching impaired boaters July 4 weekend
RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT) - There’s nothing quite like a summer day on the water. However, on July 4 weekend, Lt. Joshua Thomas with the department of wildlife resources said they increase their enforcement to catch anyone boating under the influence. “Being in the water environment with the sun, the...
New bakery For the Love of Flour to open in Richmond
A new bakery is opening its doors on Saturday, bringing fresh-baked goods to the Richmond region.
More than 2 million Virginians expected to travel for July 4
‘Time for changes’: Plans in the works to replace Arthur Ashe Boulevard bridge. Richmond’s Department of Public Works said plans are in the works to replace the bridge on Arthur Ashe Boulevard. Tractor-trailer crashes on Varina Enon Bridge. Updated: May 28, 2025 at 6:00 AM EDT. A tractor-trailer...
Richmond International Airport new parking rates go into effect on July 1 for first...
WRIC 8 News reported that for the first time in 22 years, new parking rates will go into effect at Richmond International Airport (RIC) on July 1, 2025. In March, the Capital Region Airport Commission approved the increases for an expansion plan to accommodate the region’s growing travel demand. Therefore, the...
