Leaders gather for veterans and military affairs discussion
On Oct. 3, leaders from across Virginia’s business, military and government sectors will come together at the Greater Richmond Convention Center for the 2024 Virginia Veterans & Military Affairs Executive Forum and V3 Awards Luncheon. Hosted by the Virginia Chamber …
Free community testing for COVID-19 continues
For the week ending Saturday, Sept. 28, COVID-19 accounted for 1.2% of all emergency department visits in Virginia, trending down from previous data. No deaths associated with COVID-19 were reported within the same timeframe. Data on COVID-19 wastewater levels in …
Voting Information
The presidential election, as well as contests for the U.S. Senate, Congress, Richmond Mayor, City Council and School Board, take place: Tuesday, Nov. 5
Experts call for legislative action as homelessness surges among Richmond’s elderly
Older adults age 55 and up accounted for 44% of the homeless population in the Greater Richmond Region, according to a recent annual count. Homelessness in the region increased 20% from 2023, while older adult homelessness rose two percentage points, …
Registrar faces scrutiny as early voting begins amid investigation
With early voting underway, Richmond Registrar Keith Balmer is focused on getting people to the polls, as other officials call for his removal or continue to investigate his misconduct in office.
City Council: Evictions a public crisis
City Council has declared evictions without legal representation a public crisis. Council members unanimously approved Monday evening a resolution that also outlines the council’s support for programs providing counsel for those facing evictions.
State Fair of Virginia returns with concerts, agriculture, family fun
The scent of fried dough and fresh-cut hay will fill the air once again as families stroll through rows of food vendors, games and agricultural exhibits. The State Fair of Virginia, a tradition dating back more than 165 years, is …
Defendants charged in Otieno’s death return to court
Three defendants are set to appear in court in the coming months for trials and hearings related to their role in the death of Irvo Otieno more than a year after he died at Central State Hospital while pinned down …
Third forum for Richmond School Board candidates highlights key issues
Ding, ding. That wasn’t a school bell, but the start of round three in an important job interview for Richmond School Board candidates during Monday night’s forum at Huguenot High School.
Free community testing for COVID-19 continues
For the week ending on Saturday, Sept. 21, COVID-19 accounted for 1.6% of all emergency department visits in Virginia, trending down from previous data. No deaths associated with COVID-19 were reported within the same timeframe. Data on COVID-19 wastewater levels …
Equality Virginia announces Brandon Wolf as keynote speaker
Brandon Wolf, a nationally recognized advocate for gun safety and LGBTQ+ civil rights, will serve as the keynote speaker at Equality Virginia’s Commonwealth Dinner. The event, the organization’s largest annual fundraiser, takes place Saturday, Oct. 5, at Main Street Station.
Voting Information
The presidential election, as well as contests for the U.S. Senate, Congress, Richmond Mayor, City Council and School Board, take place: Tuesday, Nov. 5
RPS trip traces African American experience in the South
It was a summer to remember for the Armstrong Leadership Program and its student leaders. Leaders road-tripped around the South in exploring and contemplating the African American experience during slavery, Reconstruction and the Civil Rights Movement.
Spanberger and Earle-Sears tied in first 2025 gubernatorial poll
A little over one year before the 2025 gubernatorial election, Republican Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears and U.S. Rep. Abigail Spanberger, D-Prince William, the two leading declared candidates for governor, are tied at 39% support each, according to a new statewide …
NAACP forum addresses Project 2025’s impact on Black communities
Local NAACP leaders and pastors gathered for a forum at St. Paul’s Baptist Church last Thursday evening to inform voters about Project 2025 and its potential impact on local Black communities.
