Cause of large Shockoe Bottom fire revealed
RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT) - The cause of a “large” fire in Shockoe Bottom that damaged multiple businesses and residential buildings last week has been revealed. According to Richmond Fire, the blaze was started by cigarette butts that were thrown in a flower pot. This happened at the apartments...
Summer burn injuries increasing at VCU’s Burn Center, ahead of Independence Day
It's the time of year for backyard barbecues and fireworks, but it's also a time when burn injuries spike.
Where to watch fireworks and celebrate July 4 in Richmond
Fourth of July is Friday, and if you're looking for ways to celebrate, we've got you covered. Here are some ways to celebrate America's birthday this year. Richmond's annual free show starts at 5:30pm, with the fireworks expected around 9:15pm. There will be live music from Full Spectrum, Virginia Opera...
‘Two lives full of promise’: Chesterfield community remembers teens killed in apartment shooting
Grief and remembrance filled the air Monday night as friends, family and neighbors gathered at Creekpointe Apartments to honor the lives of two 17-year-old boys who were shot and killed.
‘We have a plan:’ Hopewell Police increase starting salary amid officer vacancies
HOPEWELL, Va. (WWBT)—The Hopewell Police Department is looking for officers. They currently have 11 open officer positions. “Doing our recruitment efforts, we’re taking small steps, but we’re going in the right direction,” said Chief Gregory Taylor. Those small steps include increasing the base salary for a...
Ceremony honors Virginia’s first Black firefighters: ‘They’re my hero’
Richmond Fire Department honored the trailblazing firefighters who integrated the department 75 years ago during a ceremony at the East Main Street Station.
Richmond’s Hair We Go braids confidence into next generation
Hair We Go isn’t your average summer camp. It’s a place where Richmond girls learn that hair can be more than a style: It can be a step toward confidence and building a business. Three days a week from June to August, dozens of girls from the ages...
New state renters protection law aims to reduce evictions for public housing tenants
Tenants living in public housing across Virginia are now protected by a new law aimed at reducing evictions and eliminating certain fees.
‘I had to give up income to care for her’: Richmonder talks Medicaid cuts,...
After the United States Senate narrowly passed federal budget cuts to Medicaid on Tuesday, July 1, some Virginians are waiting with bated breath for how this will impact their government-assisted healthcare coverage.
Richmond celebrates Disability Pride Month, promotes inclusivity
Did you know that there's a flag for disability pride? To kick off Disability Pride Month, the city of Richmond is highlighting this symbol of inclusivity.
