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- Lawmakers debate redrawing congressional maps in special session
  
  Virginia SNAP substitute to roll out weekly through November
  
  Richmond groups plan march and rally ahead of Election Day
  
  Early voting
  
  Harris, Moore urge Congressional Black Caucus to stand firm
  
  Chicago braces as Trump threatens immigration raids
  
  Black History Museum loaning Confederate statues for national exhibition
  
  Lawyers say Florida officer pointed gun at Black student before violent arrest
  
  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
- Pull the lever, hold the nose
  
  Untitled
  
  Letting her finish
  
  Surprise, surprise
  
  Shockoe Hill African Burying Ground reflects history of neglect and resilience by Chip …
  
  Scientists warn coral reefs have passed a tipping point, threatening oceans and economies …
  
  Pentagon policy sparks media walkout, public outcry by Clarence Page
  
  Billionaires benefit from government shutdowns by Igor Volsky
  
  Accountability starts with Miyares, not Jay Jones
  
  Vicky Hester’s legacy endures at Babes
  
  Youth violence thrives where opportunity is scarce
  
  Reimbursing language learners?
Faith
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  Faith, family and fun fill the field at Catholic Fest
  
  Interfaith initiative aims to increase voter turnout
  
  Leaders, mentors to speak at men’s summit at VUU
  
  Ebenezer Baptist to welcome new pastor with banquet and worship services
  
  Ed Coleman, 82, devoted life to teaching and community service
  
  Chesterfield Supervisor Jim Holland dies at 73 after cancer battle
  
  John W. ‘Casey’ Jones Sr., beloved dentist and mentor, dies at 83
  
  Ettrick native Rudi Johnson leaves lasting mark on football and community
Entertainment
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  Personality: Paulette Walker Johnson
  
  Personality: Monica Manns
  
  Personality: Anthony Clary
  
  Personality: Tanesha Powell
  
  Shalom Farms to host annual Harvest Festival on Oct. 29
  
  VMFA appoints Wai Yee Chiong new curator of East Asian art
  
  Theater community honors standout productions at 17th annual Artsies
  
  ICA names new leaders in curatorial and exhibitions
Sports
- Panthers roar past Lincoln 66-21 in Homecoming rout
  
  Former MLB standout Al Bumbry to be Homecoming Parade marshal
  
  Kickers fall 2-0 to AV Alta FC
  
  Korn Ferry Tour picks Glen Allen for 2026 championship
  
  Richmond police officers, firefighters to face off in charity boxing event
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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