Community remembers educator who ran West End school for over half a century
Mary Crowder Cox died on June 27 at the age of 83. For more than 60 years, she owned and operated Jack & Jill, a private preschool and elementary school in the Tuckahoe area.
Shootings in Hopewell drop by 45% thanks to nonprofit
HOPEWELL, Va. (WWBT) - On Monday, Jesus Morales took his first course with Real Life. It’s a nonprofit that aims to reduce gun violence by working with people who are most likely to get involved with it. It’s been about a year since Jesus had an altercation with a...
You can still get $2 pizza at Pizza Hut on Tuesdays
Pizza Hut is keeping its $2 Personal Pan Pizza Tuesdays going — and Richmond's locations are in. Why it matters: The deal was supposed to end in July and is now extended through at least August, per USAToday. How it works: Orders for the one-topping Personal Pan Pizza have...
Why tensions are rising over Richmond’s Gilpin Court
Richmond's oldest public housing complex is at the center of a growing battle between City Council and the group overseeing it. Why it matters: The fight over Gilpin Court revives questions over how Richmond can redevelop aging neighborhoods without displacing residents. Catch up quick: Tensions began in April when...
Elegba Folklore Society to host 34th Down Home Family Reunion
RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT) — The Down Home Family Reunion is returning this month to celebrate African American folklife. The 34th annual event, presented by the Elegba Folklore Society, is from 4 p.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 16 at Abner Clay Park in Historic Jackson Ward. “Attendees can be...
7 Iconic Fried Chicken Restaurants In Virginia That Are Totally Worth The Road Trip
Craving amazing fried chicken in Virginia that’s worth putting miles on your car?. These 7 legendary spots offer crispy, juicy delights and flavors that make every mile of your journey worthwhile!. 1. BoBo’s Fine Chicken (Virginia Beach) BoBo’s might look unassuming from the road, but this Virginia Beach...
Richmond approves $300,000 for overflow shelter after harsh winter
After a harsh winter left many unhoused individuals without shelter, Richmond City Council has approved more than $300,000 for an overflow inclement weather shelter to better prepare for next winter.
CrossFit without running water, working toilets for 100 days
RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT) - Going on 100 days now, a local CrossFit gym is operating without working showers or toilets. The issue stems from a broken sanitary line that split open when a utility pole was placed on top of it. Before that, since moving into the space off Hermitage...
Carytown Watermelon Festival returns for 43rd annual celebration
RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT) - Sink your teeth into a sweet, juicy and refreshing watermelon this weekend on Sunday, Aug. 10, at the Carytown Watermelon Festival. Returning for its 43rd year, the Carytown Watermelon Festival has become the most anticipated festival in the Richmond area. Several musicians will perform on...
Police: 19-year-old shoots passerby who attempted to intervene in Richmond domestic violence situation, then...
After a call reporting a domestic violence situation was placed in Richmond on Saturday, police said the 19-year-old man involved shot a passerby who attempted to intervene. The 19-year-old then shot himself, according to officials.
