60 National Guard members to be deployed in Virginia to support ICE
About 60 Virginia National Guard members will be deployed around the state as early as September to support immigration enforcement agents.
Richmond utility to shorten PromisePay repayment terms Sept. 1
The City of Richmond Department of Public Utilities will change the terms of its PromisePay payment plans starting Sept. 1, reducing the maximum repayment period for customers with overdue bills
Rezoning, rapid transit raise worries about displacement on Chamberlayne Ave.
A proposal to rezone a 2-mile stretch of Chamberlayne Avenue where Richmond plans to run a new Pulse line is causing worries that increased development could lead to the loss of one of the city’s greatest concentrations of affordable housing.
State health officials still encourage COVID vaccines for pregnant women
Heading into the respiratory illness season, states and clinicians are working to encourage pregnant patients to get COVID-19 vaccinations, even though the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services no longer recommends that they should.
Candidates set for debate at NSU
In Virginia’s governor’s race, the candidates aren’t just preparing to debate — they’ve been debating whether to debate.
New study links historic redlining to youth violence hotspots
Richmond’s historic redlining practices continue to shape the city’s risk of youth violence, according to new research from Virginia Commonwealth University and Virginia State University.
Family, friends mourn Harlem Globetrotter, Maggie Walker alum Clyde Austin, 67
For nearly two decades, Clyde “The Glide” Austin was a basketball superstar. A gifted player, his talents took him from the gymnasiums of Richmond Public Schools to touring with the Harlem Globetrotters.
Activists call on city to cut ties with ICE after wave of arrests
More than 100 people gathered outside Richmond City Hall on Monday afternoon, urging city and state leaders to sever any cooperation with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) following a recent surge of arrests in the region.
Chesterfield County redeveloping historic Colbrook Motel site into affordable housing
In 1946, a decade before the new Interstate 95 became the most heavily traveled north-south highway on the U.S. East Coast, a trio of African Americans — William E. Brooks, his wife, Audrey W. Brooks, and Dr. Cortlandt M. Colson …
Richmond expands community outreach with new staff, offices
As Richmond neighborhoods face ongoing challenges related to housing, health and public safety, the city is expanding its approach to community engagement through new leadership and specialized offices.
Library of Virginia to honor Geter with Patron of Letters degree
The Library of Virginia will present its highest honor, the Patron of Letters degree, to acclaimed musician and composer Damien Geter during the 28th annual Virginia Literary Awards Celebration on Sept. 20.
City, shop owners weigh next steps for smoke shop regulation
Richmond officials and smoke shop owners are weighing the future of the city’s tobacco and hemp stores, following the recent approval of restrictions on new shops.
Henrico unveils plans for $16M trail highlighting Black Civil War history
Company I of the 36th Colored Regiment served during the Battle of Chaffin’s Farm and New Market Heights.
Chamber of Commerce announces leadership change
Cathie J. Vick has resigned as president and CEO of the Virginia Chamber of Commerce after just four months on the job to pursue other opportunities, the Chamber announced this week.
After turmoil and no-confidence votes, Sierra Club terminates Ben Jealous
Ben Jealous’ tenure at the Sierra Club has come to an end.