Over $2 million worth of narcotics seized in one week: Virginia State Police
Virginia State Police troopers have seized more than $2 million worth of illegal narcotics in one week as part of an ongoing crime suppression initiative.
New FDA regulations could limit thousands of Virginians from getting a COVID-19 vaccination
RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT) — A new federal regulation is tightening restrictions on who can get a COVID-19 vaccination. On Wednesday, the FDA approved the new round of COVID-19 vaccinations, but limited the shots to people 65 and older, or anyone with a health condition that puts them at high risk of getting the illness.
Henrico Police search for missing 21-year-old woman
‘No event parking’ signs up in Oregon Hill neighborhood to deter concert-goers. New signs were put up a few weeks ago in the Oregon Hill neighborhood saying no parking during events, except for residents. Hundreds sign up for casino dealer school. Updated: 3 hours ago. Construction continues on the...
Speed limit lowered on section of Midlothian Turnpike in Richmond, effective immediately
The speed limit on a section of Midlothian Turnpike in Richmond has been lowered, effective immediately, according to the city's Department of Public Works.
Police: Sign spinner dies in tractor-trailer crash
The Altria Theater in Richmond has announced a new bag policy for show attendees. Petersburg seeks funding to repair East Wythe Street bridge following July’s severe rainfall. Updated: 5 hours ago. Parts of Petersburg still feel the effects of July’s heavy rain and severe flooding. Tarriffs impacting costs...
Blood drive at Virginia Union helps sickle cell patients like Jamal Bailey
Going to the movies, hanging out with friends, playing video games — Jamal Bailey is your typical young adult who likes walking. But sometimes even something as simple as walking can take its toll.
Richmond nonprofit sees impact of tariffs
RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT) - Inside Little Hands Virginia’s warehouse in Richmond, the shelves are stocked with essentials for children in need across Central Virginia. “Feeding supplies, soap, lotion, diaper cream,” said Taylor Keeney, the nonprofit’s founder and executive director while giving 12 On Your Side a tour of...
Woman pleads guilty to stealing $239,820 from Richmond Catholic school and spending it on...
A Richmond woman pleaded guilty to using just under $240,000 of a local Catholic school's funds to buy tickets to the musical "Hamilton," go on expensive vacations, buy luxury items and more.
Virginia Lands $457M Hitachi Plant, Two Henrico County HQ Projects
Hitachi Energy will invest $1 billion to expand the production of critical electrical grid infrastructure in the United States. A wholly owned subsidiary of Hitachi, Ltd. and a global leader in electrification, Hitachi Energy plans to invest approximately $457 million to establish a new manufacturing facility in...
People Drive From All Over Virginia For The Lumpia At This Legendary Restaurant
Tucked away on Forest Hill Avenue in Richmond sits a corrugated metal structure that might not catch your eye at first glance. Little Nickel is that rare gem of a restaurant that makes you feel like you’ve discovered something magical – a secret tropical getaway hiding in plain sight in Virginia’s capital city.