Free showers in Richmond offer dignity and resources to people in need
A free shower initiative in Richmond is now serving community members in need, offering not just showers but haircuts, clothing, meals, and access to medical, mental health and housing resources.
Richmond Public Schools to launch tuition-free program for teachers to become fully licensed
Richmond Public Schools has announced that a new pathway program for associate teachers to become fully licensed will be formally launched later this week.
Three residents at Richmond senior living facility celebrate 100 years of life
Viola Muller, Joseph Leiski, and Celeste Wood were the guests of honor at a gathering celebrating their 100th birthdays.
‘We’re all praying’: Chesterfield man injured in Lithuania coming back home
CHESTERFIELD, Va. (WWBT) - A Chesterfield man severely injured in Lithuania is set to arrive in Central Virginia on Tuesday evening. At last check, Eric’s mom, Jennifer, told 12 On Your Side her son is expected to land back in the area around 6 p.m. on Tuesday. From this point, the Chesterfield man will be taken by...
“ICE not welcome” signs popping up in stores
It's finally here! The grand reopening of Fox Elementary School. Powhite Parkway is going cashless. One Good Thing: Cancer survivor writes song for health workers. The largest school supply drive in the country is hosted by VCU Alumni.
Raccoon tests positive for rabies in Mechanicsville
A raccoon has tested positive for rabies in Mechanicsville, with residents living in the area being asked to report any exposures to the animal to health officials.
Richmond officials use National Night Out to strengthen community ties, address gun violence
Richmond officials and community leaders fanned out across the city Tuesday evening for National Night Out. The nationwide campaign is designed to strengthen relationships between residents and law enforcement.
Find your event: Richmond celebrates National Night Out with citywide events August 5th
The Richmond Police Department will host National Night Out events across the city on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, encouraging residents to come together for an evening focused on community building and crime prevention. National Night Out (NNO) is a national initiative designed to strengthen neighborhood spirit and...
Richmond’s Fox Elementary School reopening after devastating 2022 fire
Richmond's Fox Elementary School is set to reopen Wednesday, marking the end of a three-and-a-half-year journey since a devastating fire nearly destroyed the historic building in February 2022.
Richmond’s old Jefferson Davis statue is headed to Los Angeles
The Confederate monument, pulled down by protesters in 2020, will be displayed alongside other decommissioned statues and contemporary artworks.
