Hanover School Board turnaround orders Confederate signs down by Sept. 7
The Hanover County School Board did an abrupt and unexplained about-face Tuesday night and voted 6-1 to remove the signs from two schools named for Confederate leaders before Sept. 7.
Police reform is major component of VLBC’s agenda for special General Assembly session
A bevy of proposals that could make it easier to sue police for using excess force, create civilian oversight of police complaints and simplify the process of expunging criminal records are floating into a special session of the General Assembly that is scheduled to open Tuesday, Aug. 18.
Horace Clarke, one of the first Black athletes to play pro baseball in Richmond, dies at 81
Horace Clarke, among the first Black star athletes to play professional baseball in Richmond, has died of complications from Alzheimer’s disease.
Retired Richmond Police Maj. Wille C Jones, who battled racism within the department, dies at 87
Retired Police Maj. Wille C Jones was a leader in seeking to end ingrained racial bigotry in the Richmond Police Department.
Larry J. Bland seriously ill
Larry J. Bland, Richmond’s celebrated gospel choir director, issued an email Tuesday stating that he is suffering from a serious illness and included a request for prayers and privacy.
5 faith facts about VP pick Kamala Harris – a Black Baptist with Hindu family
Few, if any, vice presidential candidates have had as much exposure to the world’s religions as U.S. Sen. Kamala Harris, the 55-year-old from California whom Demo- cratic presidential contender Joe Biden named Tuesday as his running mate.
New deal helps pave way for Soulidifly's new work
Richmond’s largest African-American film and media company now has access to financial support for its efforts to make films showcasing events and stories involving women and people of color.
Saturday's Down Home Family Reunion canceled because of COVID-19
The 30th Annual Down Home Family Reunion, the summer celebration of African-American folk life sponsored by the Elegba Folklore Society, is canceled this year because of the coronavirus.
Local father and son artists share national spotlight
Local artists Jerome W. Jones Jr. and Jeromyah Jones, known for their portraits of prominent figures, received a tidal wave of interest from across the country after a recent interview on NBC’s “Today” show.
Personality: Lashawnda S. Singleton
Spotlight on president of the Richmond Chapter of the National Association of Black Social Workers
From Miami to New York and finally Richmond, Lashawnda Shanell Singleton has seen and experienced the struggles of the poor and disadvantaged.
Terry recruits 4 for Lady Panthers
First-year Virginia Union University Lady Panthers basketball coach Tierra Terry has been busy on the recruiting trail.
VUU golf team recognized for GPA
Virginia Union University golfers are posting low scores on the links and high scores in the classroom.
Cameron Champ’s rising star leads to loyal following, merchandise
Cameron Champ is going places his grandfather, the late Mack Champ, was never given the chance to.
As the '6th Man,'-Lou Willuams plays a key role for Clippers
Lou Williams is the star who doesn’t start.
Unemployed can count mail-in ballots
Unemployed workers could provide the extra manpower needed to ensure a trouble-free election in November.
Ordinary people loved Rep. John Lewis, too
Re “Rep. John Lewis, a lion of the Civil Rights Movement and ‘conscience of Congress,’ dies at 80,” Free Press July 23-25 edition:
Connection between shootings and removal of statues?
I see a lot of shooting and killing these days.
