Josh Gibson became Major League Baseball’s career leader with a .372 batting average, surpassing Ty Cobb’s .367, when Negro Leagues records for more than 2,300 players were incorporated Tuesday after a three-year research project.

A new report has shed light on how racial bias has affected the value of neighborhoods and homes owned by people of color in Richmond. The report, released by Housing Opportunities Made Equal of Virginia in partnership with Richmond City …

Virginia isn’t believed to be a battleground state in the 2024 presidential election, but a new poll from Roanoke College suggests the matchup between President Biden and Donald Trump could be closer than expected. Poll results from the Southwest Virginia …

Scientists at VCU Massey Cancer Center have discovered a biological process that allows breast tumor cells to develop resistance to standard treatment, a finding that could lead to more effective therapies for the disease.

“Triple-A! Triple-A! Triple-A!” The chant echoed throughout the Observation Deck of Richmond City Hall last Thursday after city leaders announced Richmond had received a AAA bond rating for the first time in its history.

Motorists and pedestrians should prepare for road closures and detours in several areas of Richmond next week as the city conducts its annual floodwall testing.

A state historical marker honoring Woodland Cemetery, the resting place for many prominent figures in Richmond’s African American community from the late 19th to 20th centuries, will be dedicated this weekend in Henrico County.

For the week ending Saturday, May 25, confirmed hospital admissions for COVID-19 in Virginia dropped 29.5% from the previous week. No deaths associated with COVID-19 were reported statewide that week. COVID-19 wastewater levels in Central Virginia remain below detection.

A historic presidential debate months in the making at Virginia State University may not be happening. News of its probable cancellation prompted surprise and disappointment from the university and condemnation from current and former political leaders across the state.

In a May 20 meeting, the Richmond School Board after much discussion, failed to schedule governance training by the Virginia School Board Association to come into compliance with state requirements. Without the required training, the School Board risks the loss …

Potential solutions for gun violence in Richmond were shared with hopeful and current city leadership Monday evening during a roundtable at Third Street Bethel AME Church.

Concerned about how cannabis use could affect your job? Interested in more education opportunities for your children? Hoping to save money on critical items during the annual sales tax holiday?

In observance of Memorial Day on Monday, May 27, please note the following:

Organizers of the Richmond Jazz and Music Festival recently unveiled the lineup for the 2024 event, set for Aug. 9-11 at Maymont. Hip-hop artist Ludacris, R&B singer Fantasia, and jazz pianist Bob James are among the headliners announced for the …

For the week of Saturday, May 18, confirmed hospital admissions for COVID-19 in Virginia dropped 16.3% from the previous week. No deaths associated with COVID-19 were reported statewide that week. COVID-19 wastewater levels in Central Virginia remain below detection. Free …