Neighbors expected to pack planning meeting over proposed 108-home development
Colonial Heights residents pack planning meeting to oppose 108-home development on 82 acres, citing concerns about traffic and school overcrowding.
Hispanic Heritage Month: Latina author writes bilingual stories to inspire future generations
A 17-year-old male faces multiple charges, including two felonies, after a shooting on Interstate 295 on Sunday evening. Former Richmond City Council candidate indicted on felony charges. Updated: 7 hours ago. A former Richmond city council candidate was indicted Monday on four felony counts related to campaign...
State report on Virginia Community Colleges raises ‘demographic cliff’ questions
Experts are calling it a “demographic cliff.” That’s the point in the next few years where a reduction in births after 2007 will start to impact college enrollment. And at a meeting Monday morning, elected officials in Richmond were already starting to worry about it. The so-called...
Man wanted for murder after deadly shooting near Petersburg gas station
A man is wanted for 1st-degree murder after a deadly shooting near a Petersburg gas station.
Person shot in South Richmond neighborhood, Crime Insider sources say
A person was shot in a South Richmond neighborhood Monday night, Crime Insider sources tell Jon Burkett.
Francine returns! Lowe’s cat back in Richmond after accidental truck ride
Beloved Lowe's cat Francine is back in Richmond after a week-long search, according to updates shared by Lowe's and Richmond Animal Care and Control on Monday.
RPS unions push back on bargaining changes
Richmond School Board is set to vote this week on the district's proposed changes to union contracts covering its teachers, support staff and bus drivers. Why it matters: Union representatives say the district's plan would effectively "weaken workers' rights." RPS says it'll make the process more efficient. Driving...
RHHD and HDSS recommend safe sleep tips during SIDS Awareness Month
In recognition of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) Awareness Month, the Richmond and Henrico Health Districts (RHHD) are partnering with the Henrico Department of Social Services (HDSS) to spread awareness and educate parents and caregivers about safe infant sleep.
Tonight’s Forecast: Clear & cool once more
RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT) - Tracking a cold front Wednesday bringing rain and a cool down. Overnight: Mostly clear & Cool. Some fog will develop overnight. Lows in the low to mid 50s. Monday: Morning Fog, then mostly sunny. Highs in the low 80s. Tuesday: Mostly sunny. Lows around 60°, highs...
Operation Yellow Tape supports first responders’ mental health
Operation Yellow Tape brought together 200 people in Chesterfield to support first responders' mental health, honoring a firefighter who lost his battle with mental illness.
