Georgetown students fight to prove man’s innocence
Georgetown students in a program called "Making an Exoneree" are working to prove that Markale Lundy, convicted of attempted murder, is innocent. They argue the case is flawed, citing changing witness accounts and alleged mishandling and misrepresentation of DNA evidence. Students say new cell phone data places Lundy miles away...
The Statues Torn Down – And What Replaced Them
Somewhere between a pulled rope and a public reckoning, the conversation about who gets to stand in bronze changed dramatically. In the span of a few years, pedestals that had held the same figures for over a century were suddenly empty, and cities across the world were left to figure out what, if anything, should […]
Drought warning prompts water supply monitoring across Virginia
RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT) - Most of Virginia remains under a drought warning as recent showers fail to provide enough relief, and state officials say conditions are likely to intensify in the coming weeks. The Department of Environmental Quality’s Drought Monitoring Task Force is now meeting regularly and assessing how to...
‘I’m still in shock,’ Chesterfield mother’s used car catches fire after purchase
Buying a used car may come with a good price, but before you close the deal, consumer experts warn you should watch out for potential risks.
Police searching for missing 17-year-old in Virginia
VIRGINIA — Authorities are asking for the public’s help in locating a missing teenager last seen in Virginia. According to the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children, 17-year-old Zavyion Hicks has been missing since May 3, 2026. He was last seen in Henrico County, Virginia, and there is growing concern for his well-being. Officials […] The post Police searching for missing 17-year...
Pump House moves closer to restoration with next steps for new roof
RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT) - Richmond’s historic Pump House has sat largely dormant for a century, but the stage is now set for its comeback, and it starts with a new roof. Over the past couple of years, there have been some improvements around Pump House, including an ADA ramp and, recently, new windows too. But inside the building, it’s like time is frozen.
The SECRET Behind Richmond’s Most ADDICTIVE BBQ Spot in Virginia
When smoke billows from ZZQ Texas Craft Barbeque in Richmond’s Scott’s Addition neighborhood, you know something special is happening. This isn’t your typical Virginia barbecue joint. Authentic Central Texas traditions meet prime Black Angus beef and Duroc pork in a space that takes smoking meat seriously. Co-founders...
Crash closes part of Midlothian Turnpike in Chesterfield
CHESTERFIELD, Va. (WWBT) - A crash has closed eastbound Midlothian Turnpike in Chesterfield County on Tuesday morning. The Chesterfield Police Department says the road is closed between Research Road and Southlake Boulevard. Midlothian Turnpike “is expected to be closed for several hours, possibly into morning rush hour due to downed...
Severe drought grips Richmond after months of dry weather
Richmond, and most of the state, has been in severe drought for nearly a month, according to U.S. Drought Monitor. Why it matters: The dry conditions are threatening farms, plunging the James to low levels and raising wildfire risk across the region. Driving the news: The Virginia Department of Environmental...
Richmond opens 78-unit affordable housing complex
RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT) - The city of Richmond opened 78 new affordable housing units on its Northside during a ribbon-cutting ceremony Monday. “This is the work we are after as a city, right, when we talk about more homes for more people, when we try to create spaces where we can build more housing across the affordability spectrum,” Mayor Danny Avula said.
