Virginia lawmakers pressure UVA Board of Visitors over presidential appointment
Pressure is reportedly growing from lawmakers in Richmond toward University of Virginia’s Madison Hall.
Richmond wants your input on intersection safety improvements
In an effort to make intersections safer for pedestrians, cyclists and drivers alike, the City of Richmond is looking for residents to share their voices on two surveys by January 16.
Richmond cold weather shelter criticized for weekend closure
RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT) - As temperatures dropped Monday evening, a steady stream of people made their way to the Caritas Winter Surge Shelter. Many walking in said they tried to seek shelter there Saturday night, too, but were turned away. “It’s not cold enough, you can’t come in,” one man...
Family Requests Euthanasia But Virginia Shelter Steps In To Save Their Aging Dog
When Briton, a 12-year-old dog, walked into a Virginia veterinary clinic with his owner, he expected an ordinary appointment. He had been dealing with mobility problems and irritated skin, but he could not have guessed why he was there. Instead of seeking treatment, his owner told the veterinarian they wanted him...
Richmond-based litigator appointed Spanberger’s counsel to the governor
Virginia's soon-to-be 75th governor has announced another addition to her senior leadership team weeks away from the historic inauguration ceremony.
The 20 most affordable cities in Virginia to buy a house
The 20 most affordable cities in Virginia to buy a house. Homeownership is fundamental to the American dream. It offers wealth, security, community, and countless other benefits. Yet for many Virginia residents, the dream feels increasingly out of reach—even as incomes rise and mortgage rates fall. Near-record prices...
Tabernacle Baptist Church in Petersburg honors Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with service, celebration
Tabernacle Baptist Church in Petersburg is holding a Remembrance Service and Day of Service for Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., following the MLK Parade on Jan. 19.
ARC megachurch pastor accused of sermon-stealing, newspaper says
The pastor of a growing Virginia megachurch that’s part of the scandal-plagued Association of Related Churches (ARC) has been accused of plagiarizing dozens of sermons over the years, recycling passages without credit. Josh Whitlow, pastor of Heights Church in Glen Allen, Virginia, allegedly plagiarized messages or...
Two people injured following multi-vehicle crash in Virginia
VIRGINIA — Two people were injured in a three-vehicle crash involving a tractor-trailer that temporarily shut down multiple lanes of Interstate 295 South in Chesterfield County on Tuesday morning, according to authorities. Troopers with the Virginia State Police were called to the crash at about 8:50 a.m. Tuesday,...
Chester barbecue restaurant now offers seating, adds new menu items
Allman’s BBQ in Chester eliminated one goal and accomplished another. In early November 2024, Blake King Jr., a fourth generation restaurateur, opened his restaurant in Chester Square Shopping Center. In the back left-hand corner, the pitmaster offered takeout. In the remaining space, he operated BSK Sports &...

















