Early voting
Early in-person voting for the June 17 primary election continues in the state of Virginia through Saturday, June 14.
Gerry Connolly, a fixture in Virginia politics, dies at 75
U.S. Rep. Gerald “Gerry” Connolly, an outspoken Democrat who sought key reforms in the federal government while bringing transformational development to his populous Virginia district, died Wednesday. He was 75.
Grad you made it
To the high school students who poured hours into study, mastered time management, and stayed dedicated to their goals — congratulations. You worked hard. You persevered and sacrificed in pursuit of excellence. You did it. We’re proud of you, and so are your loved ones.
Joe Biden
Recently, we all learned former President Joe Biden was diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer that has metastasized to his bones.
George Floyd 5 years later: A moment or a movement?, By Marc H. Morial
“All Americans are entitled to live with the confidence that the law enforcement officers and agencies in their communities will live up to our Nation’s founding ideals and will protect the rights of all persons. Particularly in African-American communities, we must redouble our efforts as a Nation to swiftly address instances of misconduct.” — Presidential Executive Order on Safe Policing for Safe Communities, June 16, 2020
Youngkin’s veto threatens public health progress, by Vivienne Pierce McDaniel
When we discuss health care, we often think of physicians, hospitals and medications. However, my day-to-day work as a nurse and professor of nursing teaching health policy and advocacy to nurse practitioner students makes it clear that our community and environment have so much more to do with health outcomes than what happens in a health care provider’s office. It’s time to fully acknowledge this reality and address the health disparities and inequities in our communities.
Springing forward with achievement
The Richmond region came alive this week with moments of achievement and celebration.
VCU’s Jazmin Jackson named to Dominican Republic soccer team
VCU junior forward Jazmin Jackson has been called up to the Dominican Republic women’s national soccer team, the Selección Dominicana de Fútbol Femenina, Coach Betzaida Ubri announced this week.
Huguenot linebacker Markel Dabney commits to SMU
Huguenot High School standout Markel Dabney recently committed to Southern Methodist University, becoming the first linebacker pledge in SMU’s 2026 recruiting class under co-defensive coordinator Maurice Crum.
Virginia Union competes in PGA Works Collegiate Championship
The Virginia Union University Golf Team wrapped up its season with a strong showing at the 2025 PGA Works Collegiate Championship, held May 5-7 at Whistling Straits and Irish courses in Kohler, Wis.
CIAA honors top athletes, programs at spring awards reception
Virginia State University and Fayetteville State University led the way in the Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association’s (CIAA) 2024-2025 awards, announced during the conference’s Spring General Assembly and end-of-year reception held Tuesday in Richmond.
Personality: Joseph S. ‘Joe’ Massie
Spotlight on the honorary chair of the 14th Annual Jazz Inside Out
Youth enrichment and college-prep programs for underserved students helped shape Joe Massie, who was raised in Church Hill by a single mother. As a first-generation college graduate, he knows firsthand the impact such programs can have.
Buccaneers rookie Shilo Sanders earns early praise at camp
Shilo Sanders walked into his first news conference with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and immediately shook hands with each reporter. Coach Prime’s son knows how to make a first impression on and off the field.
City Council fires Inspector General James Osuna
It’s unclear why council dismissed Osuna after nearly six years in the role
Richmond’s inspector general, James Osuna, was fired Monday by the City Council after nearly six years on the job. Osuna’s office is overseen by the council and acts as the city’s government watchdog, investigating claims of waste, fraud and abuse.
Henrico sells homes through affordable housing trust fund
As of April 22, three homes have been purchased through Henrico County’s Affordable Housing Trust Fund. The program, launched in July 2024, aims to reduce the cost of a home for qualifying first-time home buyers.
‘State of the People Power Tour’ stops in Richmond for education, action
A national movement focused on uplifting and organizing Black communities is making its way to Richmond this weekend, with the “State of the People Power Tour” bringing two days of discussion, education and activism to the city.
Annual tourism awards highlight achievements in hospitality, events
Richmond Region Tourism recognized key individuals and organizations for their contributions to the area’s hospitality industry during its 2025 Awards and Annual Meeting on May 7 at the Greater Richmond Convention Center.
VDH faults Richmond over fluoride error at water plant
A notice issued by the Virginia Department of Health Monday to Richmond officials raised further concerns around a brief, accidental increase in fluoride at the City’s wastewater treatment plant last month.
Virginia flood insurance cost ‘dramatically’ rising, as is flood risk
Joshua Carroll owns Valley Auto Spa in Big Stone Gap, one of the many businesses and homes in Southwest Virginia impacted by Hurricane Helene.
Museum defies Trump’s crusade to rewrite history, by Marc H. Morial
“He can try to rewrite history, but we have the receipts. And as the Smithsonian’s exhibits magnificently illustrate, African Americans have survived — and overcome — much worse than the frothings of a puffed-up president who fancies himself a king.” — Eugene Robinson.
