Rhythms of History: Second Street Festival brings Jackson Ward’s history to life
People from all around Richmond gathered in the historic Jackson Ward district on Oct. 4-5, eager to experience the community’s history through music and art at the 37th annual Second Street Festival. The event, open to all that has evolved into a cornerstone of the city’s cultural calendar.
USC student’s killer sentenced for hit-and-run near campus
COLUMBIA, S.C. — A man accused in an April crash that claimed the life of a University of South Carolina student has pleaded guilty and been sentenced, with deportation possible upon his release. The South Carolina Attorney General's Office said 24-year-old Rosali Fernandez-Cruz pleaded guilty to the most serious...
Overall crime in Richmond reaches record low, according to police report
Overall violent crime, murder and other crimes decreased in Richmond in 2025 during RPD's Safe Summer initiative, according to data from the Richmond Police Department (RPD).
Crime Insider: Man suffers life-threatening injuries in Petersburg stabbing
A man suffered life-threatening injuries in a stabbing in Petersburg on Wednesday, Crime Insider sources tell Jon Burkett.
33-year-old arrested in e-bike, e-scooter thefts on, near VCU campus
A 33-year-old man has been arrested in connection with multiple e-bicycle and e-scooter thefts on or near Monroe Park Campus at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU).
Man injured after shooting on Armfield Road in Richmond’s Southside
A man is injured after police said he was found shot on Armfield Road in Richmond's Southside Monday evening, near the Chesterfield County border.
Virginia Lowe’s cat found after epic 85-mile journey to North Carolina
Francine, a beloved store cat at a Virginia Lowe’s, is back home after escaping as a stowaway to North Carolina in September.
Triple shooting rocks Richmond as victims rushed to hospital
Three men shot and wounded in overnight Richmond gunfire Richmond, VA – A burst of gunfire early Monday sent three men to the hospital after a shooting on Chamberlayne Avenue…
Plea hearing set for man accused of killing Jacob Baldwin in Richmond’s Scott’s Addition
A plea hearing has been scheduled for the man accused of killing a 27-year-old Chesterfield County man during a confrontation in Richmond's Scott’s Addition in October 2024.
VCU investigating unrecognized fraternity after multiple hazing reports
Virginia Commonwealth University is investigating an unrecognized fraternity after receiving multiple hazing reports.
