Richmond VA

RICHMOND, Va. — Richmond Police Chief Rick Edwards announced this morning that major crime dropped 12% in 2025 compared to 2024. The 54 murders recorded in 2025 matched the previous year's total but represented the lowest number in eight years. Non-fatal shootings, which can be an indicator of overall gun violence,...

RICHMOND, Va. (WCYB) — Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger has appointed Joseph Walters as the 11th Director of the Virginia Department of Corrections (VADOC), effective Saturday, January 17. “I am deeply honored and humbled by the opportunity to lead this agency and to serve the Commonwealth of Virginia in this...

On the latest episode of StormTracker8 Beyond the Forecast, Matt DiNardo and Tyler hall talk all things winter storm, including high winds and coastal flooding concerns.

A man was shot and killed overnight Friday at an East End apartment in Richmond, Crime Insider sources told Jon Burkett.

The Richmond Police Department is investigating a homicide after a man was found shot in an alleyway early Friday morning.

Hopewell's Hope Center Shelter extends to 24-hour operations during winter storm, housing 34 people beyond its 27-person capacity.

In Virginia, soul food isn’t just a meal, it’s an experience. These 10 hidden gems serve up mouthwatering dishes that locals can’t stop raving about, blending rich flavors and time-honored recipes. Each spot offers its own take on comforting classics like fried chicken, collard greens, and cornbread,...

Patches, the once 40-pound cat Kay Ford adopted from Richmond Animal Care and Control nearly three years ago, is closing in on his next weight loss goal after losing nearly 24 pounds.

Grammy-nominated hip-hop artist Mad Skillz represented Richmond on The Jennifer Hudson Show Thursday.

VIRGINIA — The Richmond Police Department is investigating a homicide after a man was found shot early Friday morning in Richmond. According to police, officers responded to the 1600 block of North 21st Street at approximately 3:25 a.m. on Friday, Jan. 30, after a gunfire alert was triggered by the city’s gunshot...