Bus driver’s kind heart brings joy to kids and families
CHESTERFIELD, Va. (WWBT) - Charles Gregory has taken kids to and from school safely for the last two decades. But it’s how he connects with his little passengers that puts parents like Krista Cunningham at ease. Riding the bus to and from school, in this case, wasn’t a daunting...
Richmond DPU, VCU launch plan to improve intersection safety
Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) and Richmond's Department of Public Utilities (DPU) are partnering up to launch a program focused on improving intersection safety.
Record 82 million Americans expected to travel for Thanksgiving, majority driving
RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT) - AAA is projecting 82 million Americans to take to the skies or hit the roadways for Thanksgiving travel this year, marking a record number of holiday travelers. The travel organization expects 90% of travelers to drive to their destinations rather than fly. “Thanksgiving is usually a...
Virginia county sues Racing Commission over license award to HHR parlor
Henrico County filed a petition against the Virginia Racing Commission on Nov. 12, claiming that the VRC’s decision to award a license to a new gaming parlor in Henrico was “unlawful” and “exceeded its authority.”. On Sept. 15, the VRC unanimously voted to approve an operational...
Baltik’s Bagel in Richmond wins People’s Choice Award at New York BagelFest competition
RICHMOND, Va. — Baltik's Bagel in Richmond won the People's Choice Award at the New York BagelFest competition in New York City over the weekend. Competitors traveled from across the country and bagels were judged in a variety of categories. After votes from attendees were counted, Baltik's Bagel, which...
Bon Secours will remain in-network with Humana Medicaid and Medicare Advantage
Bon Secours announced it has reached an agreement with Humana, allowing patients with Medicaid and Medicare Advantage plans to continue seeing providers at their facilities.
Suspect Fires at Car During Hopewell Pursuit, Then Inflicts Self-Wound; Injured Victim Rushed to...
Hopewell, VA – A vehicle pursuit early Saturday morning in Hopewell left a female passenger injured and the suspect with a self-inflicted gunshot wound, authorities reported. The incident occurred on the 400 block of West Randolph Road just before 3 a.m., according to local police. Police received a report...
What to make of Spanberger, Youngkin feud over UVA presidential search
Governor Glenn Youngkin and Governor-elect Abigail Spanberger are sparring over the future of the University of Virginia (UVA), throwing a wrench into the transition process.
Man found shot dead on Waldor Drive in Richmond’s Southside
A man was found shot dead Monday afternoon in Richmond's Southside, near the Chesterfield County border.
Local Starbucks Closure Sparks Search for Alternative Coffee Spots Amidst Strike
In a surprising turn of events, the Starbucks branch located at Broad/Strawberry (DMV) was closed this morning. Regular patrons seeking their daily dose of caffeine-infused milkshakes were met with disappointment as they had to turn away from the establishment. The closure is believed to be related to the ongoing...
