New program empowering women in low-income areas launches in Richmond
A new program meant to empower women in low-income communities has been launched in Richmond, with its participants showcasing their developing skills at a recent neighborhood event.
LIST: Nine waterfront restaurants in Central Virginia
Though the Eastern Shore and Hampton Roads may come to mind when you think about waterfront dining in the Commonwealth, you can still enjoy a meal on the water without leaving Central Virginia. Here's nine local restaurants that could satisfy that coastal craving.
Police identify man whose body was recovered from Appomattox River
At approximately 11:44 a.m. on July 9, police were called to the 21000 block of Chesterfield Avenue after members of the Chesterfield Fire Department located a body in the river.
Richmond judge dismisses mother’s Graduation Day shooting lawsuit
The lawsuit filed by the mother and widow of the teenager and man killed outside a high school graduation ceremony at the Altria Theatre in Richmond in 2023 has been dismissed.
VDH urges parents to take safety pledge as child drownings continue to rise across...
The Virginia Department of Health (VDH) is ramping up pool safety warnings as the number of child drownings continues to rise across the state. More children under five have drowned this year than they have in any of the past five years.
Former Truist bank employee stole $195K from customers, faked her own death
A former Truist bank employee stole nearly $200,000 from 70 customers, eventually pretending to be dead to conceal her wrongdoing. Ahshah Dior Martin, 35, of South Chesterfield, pled guilty today to embezzling funds from and making false statements to her former employer, Truist Financial Corporation. Martin stole...
Woman walking in road hit and killed by driver in South Richmond, police say
A woman died after being hit by a driver while walking along Bells Road in South Richmond on Monday night.
Give Your Input on Manchester Canal Bridge Replacement Project
The City of Richmond Department of Public Works invites you to a public input meeting regarding the Hull Street over Manchester Canal Bridge Replacement Project. Attendees can review current plans, ask questions, and share project feedback. Wednesday, August 6, 5:30-7:30 PM. Main Street Station, 1500 E. Main Street....
Richmond housing authority, police host social to build community trust
Dozens of residents gathered outside the Calhoun Community Center in Gilpin Court for an ice cream social hosted by the Richmond Redevelopment and Housing Authority and Richmond Police Department.
Maymont wants your stories for its 100th anniversary in Richmond
Maymont is gearing up for its 100th anniversary next year. Why it matters: They're looking for photos, written stories and/or videos from anyone who's visited the public park in the last 99 years. Driving the news: Maymont's Historic Resources department is gathering "Maymont Moments" from locals for the next few...
