24-year-old driver charged with hit-and-run after cyclist hit, injured in Richmond
A 24-year-old Henrico County man has been charged with felony hit-and-run and driving a vehicle without a license after a cyclist was hit and injured by a vehicle in Richmond early Sunday morning.
Slack Tide Fish Company Brings Coastal Dining to Richmond’s Ballast
From your perch on the patio at Slack Tide Fish Co. in Richmond’s Scott’s Addition, you would be forgiven for thinking you were nestled in an old-world nook somewhere in Italy or Spain. But in reality, you are smack dab in the middle of Ballast, a new multi-use development tucked in a location with a long history. It’s
Richmond cyclist in hospital after police say they ran a red light, causing crash
A Richmond cyclist is in the hospital Wednesday night after police say they ran a red light, causing a crash.
Carytown Kroger gas station opens with 20-cent discount
The Carytown Kroger gas station is officially open. Why it matters: In celebration of the new fuel center, Kroger is offering 20 cents off gas per gallon at that location through Aug. 5. Driving the news: Kroger's Carytown station is the second gas option for the neighborhood — and one of just a few in the densely pack
Hanover plans local cannabis rules ahead of 2027 retail market
Although Virginia’s retail cannabis marketplace will largely be regulated at the state level, some aspects will be left for localities to govern. Hanover County supervisors directed staff to research and draft a set of ordinances related to retail marijuana sales on Wednesday, in anticipation of the marketplace's launc
Drunken Raccoon Passes Out on Virginia Liquor Store Bathroom Floor
VIRGINIA (WOWO) — A wild night out ended in a hard morning for one adventurous trash panda after a raccoon crashed through the ceiling of a Virginia state liquor store, helped himself to bottom-shelf spirits, and ultimately passed out cold in the restroom. An employee opening up the Virginia...
Man wanted in shooting arrested after threatening Wendy’s staff with rifle
A disturbance at a Chesterfield Wendy's on Monday led police to a man wanted in connection with a Richmond shooting earlier this month.
Celebrate National Ice Cream Month with Thomas Jefferson’s favorite treat at Monticello
RICHMOND, Va. -- What better way to celebrate National Ice Cream Month than with a taste of history? Kimberly Walker from the Monticello Farm Shop stopped by to share the story behind Thomas Jefferson’s love of ice cream — and the historic flavors visitors can still enjoy today.
8News Reel Talk: ‘The Odyssey’ movie review
In this episode of 8News Reel Talk, Julia Broberg and Katelyn Harlow talk about “The Odyssey."
After three years, steep cut-through Government Road to reopen; neighbors want more input
RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT) - Construction is about to get underway on Government Road, right next to Chimborazo Park. The steep stretch was once a primary throughway from Henrico’s East End to the city, but has been closed since November 2023. Richmond plans to reopen the route once it repairs...

















