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  City pays $5.8M to man wrongfully convicted
  
  Never Forgotten
  
  Ex-All Saints manager pleads guilty to embezzling nearly $240K
  
  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
  
  Ben Jealous on leave from Sierra Club amid turmoil with union
  
  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
- We won’t forget
  
  Cash in the sofa
  
  A big three
  
  Target practice
  
  Chicago’s streets move to America’s historic rhythms by Ben Jealous
  
  Eviction story highlights urgent need for housing reform By Andréa Wilson
  
  Anniversary of immigration reform raises questions about America’s refuge role by Wayne Dawkins
  
  Protests grow as critics call Trump a ‘wannabe dictator’ by David W. Marshall
  
  Vicky Hester’s legacy endures at Babes
  
  Youth violence thrives where opportunity is scarce
  
  Sketchy groups send confusing Social Security mailers to seniors
  
  Reimbursing language learners?
Faith
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  Former Richmond theologian to preach at SBC, West End
  
  Basketball shoe with Bible verse from NBA’s Jonathan Isaac lands at Museum
  
  New exhibit highlights legacy of Black Catholics in Virginia
  
  Atlee Church to host free back-to-school community event
  
  Rudy ‘The Reject’ Cunningham, influential coach and athlete, dies at 68
  
  Family, friends celebrate Danielle Spencer’s life of compassion
  
  Highland Springs legend George Lancaster remembered as coach and mentor
  
  Chargois remembered for decades of service and activism
Entertainment
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  Personality: Kristin Janssen
  
  Personality: Kenneth Hunter
  
  Personality: Derrick Johnson
  
  Personality: Mimi Sadler
  
  The WELL Fest brings art, music and mindfulness
  
  Black Girl Rally returns with prizes, activities, and parents
  
  Pop singer Cody Fry to perform with Richmond Symphony for season opener
  
  Comics, cosplay and fun at ComiCon
Sports
- Roadrunners advance past Vitesse in playoff opener
  
  Norfolk State rallies past Virginia State 34-31 in overtime
  
  Diamond gets sendoff with former players, fan activities
  
  Chesterfield soccer prodigy Terry Richard heads to Spain
  
  Richmond to host monthly boxing series supporting local charities
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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Lecture explores history of Black church in U.S.

West End Presbyterian Church will host a lecture titled “Swing Low: The Story of the Black Church in the United …

Pop singer Cody Fry to perform with Richmond Symphony for season opener

Cody Fry

Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Cody Fry will join the Richmond Symphony for the 2025-26 season opener on Saturday, Sept. 13, at 7:30 …

Black Girl Rally returns with prizes, activities, and parents

Girls For A Change will host its annual Black Girl Rally on Friday, Sept. 26, from 6 to 9 p.m. …

The WELL Fest brings art, music and mindfulness

Vocalist Sam Reed performs at The WELL Fest outside of Main Street Station.

The Well Collective drew a crowd to Main Street Station on Sept. 6 for “The WELL Fest,” a daylong celebration …

Comics, cosplay and fun at ComiCon

Richmond comic artist Will Watkins sells and signs artwork for a customer during the ComiCon. The artist is known for his dynamic digital illustrations and vibrant character designs.

Richmond ComiCon came to life at the Raceway on Sept. 6, bringing comics, pop culture, and creators to fans of …

Virginia Union’s Allen named National HBCU Player of Week

Curtis Allen

Virginia Union University senior running back Curtis Allen was named National HBCU Player of the Week after rushing for 185 …

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