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- Innocence petition for one of ‘Waverly Two’ denied
  
  City Council fires Inspector General James Osuna
  
  Pamunkey Reservation named among nation’s most endangered historic places
  
  Boone named president of Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital
  
  Faith leaders arrested during Capitol Rotunda prayer protest
  
  Rev. Barber arrested in Capitol Rotunda after praying against Republican-led budget
  
  Trump, Youngkin policies reshape Virginia’s college campuses
  
  Ex-NFL player Shannon Sharpe accused of rape in $50M civil lawsuit
  
  Adjusting to a new rhythm in Ghana
  
  Olympic champions, amateurs flock to Kenya for world-class training
  
  Henrico County native embraces new life in Ghana’s Eastern Region
  
  African Americans turn to Ghana for peace and belonging
Opinion
- Denied for dissent?
  
  Historic Reservations
  
  Mother’s Day tribute
  
  Diversity on the ticket, division in the ranks
  
  Museum defies Trump’s crusade to rewrite history, by Marc H. Morial
  
  Pope Leo XIV seems well loved — but for how long? by Clarence …
  
  From Reconstruction to today, equity efforts meet familiar opposition
  
  Is America still a ‘shining city’ on a hill? By R.L. Byrd
  
  Library budget cuts hurt all students
  
  Cyclist calls for urgent safety fix on Mosby Street
  
  No more markers
  
  Citizens group calls for halt to Fall Line Trail
Faith
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  Bishop Knestout reflects on election of first American pope
  
  Book talk with Bethel Booth to highlight spiritual reflection
  
  Community open mic to honor mothers, Mother Earth
  
  Faith leaders arrested during Capitol Rotunda prayer protest
  
  Long-hitting golf great Jim Dent dies at 85
  
  Carlton T. Brooks, Richmond funeral director for seven decades, dies at 98
  
  Roberta Flack, Grammy-winning ‘Killing Me Softly’ singer, dies at 88
  
  Legal trailblazer Willard Douglas Jr. remembered
Entertainment
- - Personality
  - Happenings
  Personality: Joseph S. ‘Joe’ Massie
  
  Personality: Janine Y. Bell
  
  Personality: Jaeda Perry
  
  Personality: Meg Garner
  
  Climbing, kayaking and concerts converge at Riverrock weekend
  
  Asian American Celebration features music, dance and global cuisine
  
  ‘Phenomenal Women, A Cabaret’ to showcase music and storytelling
  
  Free concert series returns to Main Street Station
Sports
- Buccaneers rookie Shilo Sanders earns early praise at camp
  
  Richmond beats VCU, 6-3, for coach’s 600th career win
  
  Burrows, Blunt ace All-CIAA Women’s Tennis Team
  
  VSU on par with golf simulator from PGA
  
  Squirrels drop series finale to senators 4-2
Black Experience
- RVA Fashion Week ends fall showcase, shifts focus to spring events
  
  Pharrell Williams: LEGO documentary captures his essence
  
  Louis Gossett Jr., the first Black man to win a supporting actor Oscar, …
  
  'Architect of rock 'n' roll,' Little Richard, dies at 87
  
  Louis Gossett Jr., the first Black man to win a supporting actor Oscar, …
  
  Hair care products founder Joe Dudley dies
  
  Big 10 football rivalry creates George Jewett Trophy
  
  Olympian and activist Lee Evans, who took iconic stand at 1968 Mexico City …
  
  Hampton University announces new president
  
  Obamas break ground for $830M presidential library
  
  ‘Forgotten First:’ A look at four – and more – NFL trailblazers
  
  Boston’s new mayor marks historic ‘firsts’ leading city
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Community open mic to honor mothers, Mother Earth

Virginia Interfaith Power & Light will host an open mic night in Richmond on Thursday, May 15, to honor both …

Book talk with Bethel Booth to highlight spiritual reflection

Richmond author Bethel Booth will host a book talk and signing Thursday, May 29, at The Queen’s Library Tea Room …

‘Phenomenal Women, A Cabaret’ to showcase music and storytelling

Ami Brabson

Ami Brabson, a television and stage actress, will perform “Phenomenal Women, A Cabaret” in Richmond on Sunday, May 18. The …

Asian American Celebration features music, dance and global cuisine

Yu Dance Arts performs “Happy Birdies” at last year’s Asian American Festival, at the Richmond Convention Center.

The annual Asian American Celebration returns Saturday, May 17, with a full day of cultural performances, food and family-friendly activities …

Squirrels drop series finale to senators 4-2

The Richmond Flying Squirrels gave up three runs in the first inning and couldn’t recover, falling 4-2 to the Harrisburg …

VSU on par with golf simulator from PGA

A golfer practices on one of the new simulators at Virginia State University’s Fitness/Wellness Center. The equipment was donated by the PGA to help expand access and diversity in the golf industry.

Virginia State University has unveiled a new golf simulator donated by the Professional Golfers’ Association of America.

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