Va. attorney general to recoup money for Target data breach investigation
Remember when Target reported in November 2013 that hackers had stolen the personal and credit card data for more than 60 million customers?
RPS closes Norrell Annex
It took a shooting, but the A.V. Norrell Annex finally has been closed by Richmond Public Schools and boarded up. The building at 201 W. Graham Road was to be closed earlier this year, but school officials delayed the shutdown. …
Richmond names new city assessor
Richie N. McKeithen is the new city assessor.
Senior fair set for June 6
A second information fair for Richmond’s senior adults will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday, June 6, at the Hickory Hill Community Center, 3000 Belt Boulevard, in South Side, Richmond City Councilwoman Reva M. Trammell has announced.
City quietly pumps $833,569 more into Monroe Park renovation
The renovation of Monroe Park is a prime example of why Richmond City Council is becoming more aggressive in overseeing city spending.
Memorial Day celebration May 29 at Virginia War Memorial
The 61st Commonwealth’s Memorial Day Ceremony will be held 10 a.m. Monday, May 29, at the Virginia War Memorial, 621 S. Belvidere St.
Mother-son youth outreach expands with plans for summer camp
William Duron Carter has a passion for assisting young people.
School culture change needed with new superintendent
Richmond Public Schools needs a new leader with a new plan because what has been done in the past is not working. That was the general sentiment of parents, teachers, staff and RPS supporters who gathered Tuesday at John Marshall …
Blind George Wythe H.S. student transferred after bullying claims
Already under a federal investigation for allegedly engaging in heavy-handed and disparate student discipline, Richmond Public Schools is facing new allegations of ignoring bullying of students with physical and mental disabilities.
Hometown welcome
Frank Mason III left Petersburg High School in 2012 with stars in his eyes but with no guarantees of success. What has followed since for the young basketball player is anything but typical. The 23-year-old son of Sharon Harrison and …
GRTC announces new rewards program for riders
People who ride the bus now can get discounts on the price of a meal at area restaurants, as well as savings at other merchants and attractions.
Richmond schools receive federal art grant
Three Richmond schools will be beneficiaries of the Turnaround Arts Program, a national program the provides equitable access to arts education.
Hilbert to mayor: Don’t veto City Council budget
Money allocated to fix potholes or plow streets cannot be used for picking up trash unless Richmond Mayor Levar M. Stoney secures approval to shift the funds from Richmond City Council.
Common concerns emerge in forum on superintendent search
Communication. Transparency. Visibility.
Family medical history prompts man to enter ‘Man of the Year’ campaign
Dwight Taylor knows the pain of losing a loved one to cancer and the triumph of celebrating a loved one beating the disease.