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Court lifts seal on motion in FOIA dispute with former officer

A previously sealed court filing in a lawsuit over the city’s handling of public records was made public on Nov. 13 after tense exchanges between the judge and the city’s attorney.

Ex-shelter director pleads guilty

RVA Sister’s Keeper former director Kia Player has pleaded guilty to wire fraud related to a homeless shelter for women and children that operated from 2022 to 2023.

City, VCU launch plan to improve intersection safety with left-turn hardening

At several busy intersections across Virginia Commonwealth University’s campuses, drivers often cut corners on left turns, forcing pedestrians and cyclists to stay alert.

Local Starbucks employees join national walkout demanding better pay

Richmond Starbucks workers joined baristas at more than 40 stores across the U.S. on Nov. 13 in an open-ended strike over contract disputes, closing 65 unionized locations on the company’s annual Red Cup Day.

Hylton appointed interim Dale District supervisor

The Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors has appointed LeQuan M. Hylton as interim Dale District supervisor, filling the seat left vacant after the death of James M. “Jim” Holland, who died Oct. 14.

Former U.S. ambassador Timmy Davis to speak at VCU graduation

Timmy Davis, former U.S. ambassador to Qatar, will speak at Virginia Commonwealth University’s commencement next month.

VUU names honorees for 48th annual MLK Community Leaders Breakfast

Virginia Union University will host its 48th annual Martin Luther King Jr. Community Leaders Breakfast on Jan. 16 at the Richmond Marriott, recognizing individuals and organizations whose work reflects the civil rights leader’s legacy.

Spanberger appoints former state education secretaries to transition team

Two former state education secretaries and multiple education experts have been appointed to serve on Gov.-elect Abigail Spanberger’s transition team, tasked with preparing the new gubernatorial administration for the next four years.

Richmond Public Schools outlines framework for 10-year facilities upgrade

Families across Richmond could see big changes down the line to their neighborhood schools as the city’s public school district begins developing a decade-long plan to reshape and modernize its buildings.

Petersburg’s first casino is set to open early next year — in a tent

On Wagner Road, alongside Interstate 95, lies a white tent with 75,000 square feet of space inside.

Virginia same-day voter registration doubles in off-year election

The number of voters who used same-day registration this election doubled compared with the last odd-year election.

Council backs rental program and boosts housing fund

Richmond City Council took major steps on housing Monday, approving a new rental inspection program and transferring $2 million to the city’s Affordable Housing Trust Fund to support long-term affordable housing and neighborhood stability.

City pauses utility disconnections, late fees due to federal shutdown

The City of Richmond Department of Public Utilities is temporarily pausing disconnections of gas and water services for nonpayment and suspending late fees for November to help residents affected by the federal government shutdown, according to a city news release.

Segal to lead Richmond Fire and Emergency Services with focus on reform

Interim Fire Chief Jeffrey Segal has been appointed as the permanent head of Richmond Fire and Emergency Services, city officials announced this week.

Jones, Gardner to face off for Hashmi’s vacant Senate seat

For some Richmond-area voters, it’s already election season again.

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