Man found dead after officer-involved shooting in Chesterfield
CHESTERFIELD, Va. (WWBT) - Chesterfield Police are investigating after a “disturbance” turned into an officer-involved shooting on Wednesday morning. At about 9:45 a.m. on April 7, police were dispatched to “a disturbance involving a weapon” in the 4000 block of Frye Terrace. Officials say the person...
Wong’s Tacos opens new location in Mechanicsville
HANOVER COUNTY, Va. — More than a year after it was announced, a new Wong’s Tacos location opened in Mechanicsville on Tuesday. Wong's Tacos, owned by EAT Restaurant Partners based in Richmond, combines flavors of Chinese and Mexican cuisines into burritos, bowls, tacos and other fusion dishes. The...
Hopewell ice cream, burger restaurant to open new location
A Hopewell ice cream and burger restaurant is expanding, with the grand opening of its new location set for mid-April.
First Alert Forecast: A few chilly nights ahead
RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT) - Couple of cooler than average days before temperatures soar again into the weekend and next week. Monday Overnight: Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 40s. Tuesday: Mostly sunny. Highs in the low 60s. Freeze Watch in effect for counties northwest of RIC Tuesday night into Wednesday...
Hillary Waters Fayle Creates ‘Portraits of Place’ from Seeds, Foliage, and Petals
When we think of somewhere we’ve been, what are the first things to come to mind? Perhaps there are memorable smells, a sense of other people being around, or a particular quality of light. But what if we remembered landscapes and experiences through plants? For Hillary Waters Fayle, flower petals, seeds, and foliage combine into a kind of album of various places, which she...
Hopewell City Public Schools food services worker dies after more than a decade of...
A Hopewell City Public Schools food services worker died last week, school officials confirmed Tuesday.
PCA to Close Corrugated Packaging Plant in Richmond, Virginia
April 6, 2026 - Packaging Corporation of America (PCA) in a WARN letter to the Virginia Department of Workforce Development and Advancement said that PCA will permanently close its corrugated packaging plant at 2000 Richmond Highway in Richmond. "It is anticipated that the permanent plant closure will affect all employees...
🐱 Friendly Cats Waiting for Adoption in Richmond, VA
Looking to add a furry friend to your family? These sweet cats in Richmond, VA are ready to meet you and find their forever homes. Each one has their own charm and is waiting for someone special — maybe that’s you!
CarMax Park suites, perks in Richmond range from $25 to $6,000
With CarMax Park, the Richmond Flying Squirrels are going all-in on game-day extras for 2026. Why it matters: If you want to book one of the premium, private suites, it might cost you anywhere from $800 to $6,000, according to figures shared with Axios. The spaces and suites people can...
Science Museum of Virginia hosting free beetle pinning for seniors
The Science Museum of Virginia is hosting a free "Senior Science: Beetle Pinning" to show the art and science of beetle pinning for senior citizens.
