At least 3,000 Richmonders in need can get a free meal on Christmas Day
At least 3,000 Richmonders in need can get a free meal during Bridging RVA's 11th annual Community Christmas Day dinner.
VCU student to graduate for second time, honoring late mother’s memory
RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT) - For many VCU students, Saturday’s graduation will mark their first time walking across the stage. But for Demond Middleton II, it will be his second. Middleton accepted his mother Kristy’s diploma just weeks after she passed away from sickle cell anemia in November 2019.
LIST: Central Virginia schools closed, delayed on Wednesday due to wintry weather
Several Central Virginia school districts will either be closed or delay their openings on Wednesday due to the lingering effects of recent back-to-back snowstorms.
3 people injured in Richmond shooting
Dec. 8, 2025 — RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT) - The Richmond Police Department says three people were found with gunshot wounds Sunday morning. Police were called to the scene just before 8:45 a.m. in the 3500 block of Stockton Street. A man and woman were found with non-life-threatening gunshot wounds,...
Chesterfield teacher crochets custom hats for students based on their designs
A Chesterfield first grade teacher spent her snow days doing something special for her students: crocheting custom hats based on their own designs.
AI is improving mail service in Virginia, Postal Service says
Officials at the USPS processing facility in Sandston are highlighting recent upgrades they say have improved mail service performance as the first holiday shipping deadline approaches.
Richmond’s animal cruelty registry goes live. Henrico to follow
Richmond and Henrico are among the first and only localities in Virginia to establish animal cruelty registries. Why it matters: The goal is to give shelters and adoption agencies another tool to prevent pets from ending up in unsafe homes. State of play: A state law that went into effect last year allows localities...
Gov.-elect Spanberger announces secretary of transportation appointment
Governor-elect Abigail Spanberger recently announced the new appointment for Secretary of Transportation, Nick M. Donohue.
Temporary Changes to GRTC Bus Service May Affect Local Riders Starting December 8
Starting December 8, 2025, GRTC will make temporary changes to bus service frequency on several routes in Richmond. Riders should check for real-time updates before traveling, as schedules may change daily.
Plaintiff’s toe amputated after injury in medical transport ride — $1 million settlement
Type of action: Negligence and tort Injuries alleged: Toe amputation, multiple surgeries, extended hospitalizations, loss of independence Date resolved: Oct. 25, 2025 Demand: $1 million Offer: $...

















