Officer who killed Tamir Rice fired from ranger position in West Virginia
The former Cleveland officer who fatally shot 12-year-old Tamir Rice in 2014 was fired from his post as a ranger at a West Virginia resort community, the fourth known time in seven years that he left a small department following public backlash.
Local organization bringing holiday support to inmates
Christmas can be a time of isolation for people behind bars, and organizations are working to provide support during the holiday season.
Recycle your Christmas tree for free
Residents in Central Virginia can recycle their real Christmas trees at no cost through programs offered by localities in partnership with the Central Virginia Waste Management Authority.
Rashad Robinson launches monthly series ‘Freedom Table’ on NewsOne
NewsOne has launched a new monthly series, “Freedom Table,” hosted by social justice leader Rashad Robinson.
VUU coach honored with Triad of Excellence Award
Franck Charles ’16 has turned Virginia Union University’s Track & Field and Cross Country programs into a model of excellence both on and off the track, earning him the Triad of Excellence Award from the John W. Barco Alumni Chapter.
Hoops standout gives back with clinic, toy drive
Top 100 nationally ranked basketball player Timani Harris returned home Saturday to host a free basketball clinic and toy drive for local youth.
Mendoza earns top Hispanic football award
Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza was named the inaugural Hispanic Football Hall of Fame College Player of the Year on Dec. 18, an honor recognizing the nation’s most outstanding Hispanic college football player.
Special election
Early, in-person voting for the Tuesday, Jan. 6 special election will begin Saturday, Dec. 27 and continue through Saturday, Jan. 3.
Gov.-elect Spanberger appoints longtime public administrator to lead state operations
Gov.-elect Abigail Spanberger has appointed Traci J. Deshazor as Virginia’s next secretary of administration, naming a longtime public administrator with experience in local, state and federal government.
Midtown64 development set to bring retail, apartments and hotel to Henrico
Greenberg Gibbons last week broke ground on Midtown64, a $500-plus million, 46-acre mixed-use development at the Interstate 64/Broad Street junction in Henrico County.
A woman’s holiday tradition inspires
At 90, Dolores W. Whitaker still ushers in the holiday season one wreath at a time.
Trump appears in several files of latest Epstein release
The U.S. Department of Justice early Tuesday released thousands more files related to the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, with several referencing President Donald Trump.
California city to reform police after racist texts scandal
A Northern California city whose police department came under national scrutiny after it was revealed that some officers shared racist and sexist texts, used excessive force and falsified records has reached a settlement agreement to implement a series of reforms, officials announced Friday.
Evelyn Harris, acclaimed singer and educator, dies at 75
Evelyn Maria Harris, an acclaimed singer, composer, producer and devoted educator whose powerful voice and generous spirit enriched the world of vocal music for more than five decades, died Dec. 16. She was 75.
Longtime Trinity Baptist pastor A. Lincoln James Jr. dies at 80
For 45 years, the Rev. A. Lincoln James Jr. shepherded Trinity Baptist Church and shaped Richmond’s community life, leading a congregation that peaked at around 2,000 while expanding humanitarian programs across the region.
‘King James’ follows two friends through a decade of basketball devotion
Richmond Shakespeare will present “King James,” a comedy by Pulitzer Prize finalist and Obie Award winner Rajiv Joseph, running Jan. 15 through Feb. 1 at Virginia Repertory Theatre’s Theatre Gym.
Personality: Andrew Alli
Spotlight on the Superintendent of James River Park, Trails & Greenways
Andrew Alli knew early that a desk job wasn’t for him. Drawn more to rivers, trails and open sky than fluorescent lights, the Godwin High School graduate shifted course at Virginia Commonwealth University, trading an early interest in mechanical engineering for studies in sustainability and the environment.
VSU announces Hall and Wall of Fame Class of 2026
Virginia State University Athletics recently announced the Hall of Fame and Wall of Fame Class of 2026, recognizing former student-athletes, coaches, teams and supporters who made significant contributions to Trojan Athletics.
Georgia dominates VCU in 4 Tha Culture opener
The University of Georgia Bulldogs delivered a commanding performance against VCU on Thursday night, cruising to a 72-53 victory at the Henrico Sports & Events Center as part of the 4 Tha Culture Holiday Hoops Classic.
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