RPS to receive $244k grant in security equipment upgrades
Richmond Public Schools will receive nearly $245,000 in state grant funding to enhance security equipment across its schools.
CIAA announces 2024 Football All-Conference Teams and top honors
The Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association has revealed its 2024 Football All-Conference selections and annual superlative awards, celebrating standout performances from the season. The honors highlight six individual players and one coach whose achievements defined the year.
Botanical Garden workers vote to unionize
Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden workers voted 37-13 in favor of unionization on Nov. 21.
Giving Heart brings free meals, clothing and care
This Thursday, The Giving Heart will host its annual Community Thanksgiving Feast at the Greater Richmond Convention Center, offering Richmond area residents free meals, clothing and other essential assistance.
Food Banks partner with local farmers to distribute thousands of pounds of apples
The Federation of Virginia Food Banks, in collaboration with the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, is distributing thousands of pounds of fresh, locally grown apples to families across the Commonwealth this holiday season. With funding from the Federal Farms to Food Banks initiative, approximately 9,500 bushels of Virginia apples will be delivered to food-insecure households in November and December.
More than 900 boxers to compete in national championships here
Over 900 boxers from nearly every state will compete in the 2024 USA Boxing National Championships, beginning Monday, Dec. 16, at the Greater Richmond Convention Center.
Malcolm X lawsuit challenges systemic injustice, by Marc H. Morial
For decades, [U.S. government agencies and the NYPD] viewed Black activism as a threat to national security, resulting in the unchecked targeting of prominent leaders, including Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Marcus Garvey. This lawsuit seeks accountability for the systemic negligence and intentional actions that deprived Malcolm X’s family and the world of his life and legacy.” — Civil rights attorney Ben Crump
VCU to retire Briante Weber’s No. 2 jersey
Virginia Commonwealth University will retire the No. 2 jersey of former men’s basketball standout Briante Weber on Dec. 22, when the Rams host William & Mary at the Siegel Center.
Touchdown Club of Richmond honors Bernard Rucker with Ray Tate Award
Bernard Rucker, a 54-year veteran of Virginia Union University’s football program, will receive the 2024 Ray Tate Memorial Award from the Touchdown Club of Richmond.
Agecroft Hall to host Yuletides open house
Agecroft Hall and Gardens will host its annual Yuletides open house Sunday, Dec. 8, from noon to 5 p.m. The free, family-friendly event will feature historic re-enactors showcasing holiday traditions from 17th century England, 19th century London, and 20th century Richmond.
Lost cemetery of Black veterans of World War restored in Kilmarnock
A once-forgotten cemetery honoring veterans of World Wars was rediscovered and restored by the Kilmarnock Branch of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, culminating in a rededication ceremony Sunday, Nov. 17.
ICA panel explores Black identity and design through 'Dear Mazie' exhibit
The Institute for Contemporary Art at Virginia Commonwealth University explored the intersection of Black identity and architectural design on Nov. 15 in a panel discussion about its "Dear Mazie" exhibition, honoring Amaza Lee Meredith, the first known Black woman architect during the Jim Crow era.
Dems let a generation of supporters slip away, by Clarence Page
Far-right streamer Nick Fuentes, who usually welcomes publicity, received the type he probably didn’t want after Donald Trump’s election victory.
Daughters of Malcolm X sue CIA, FBI and NYPD over his assassination
Three daughters of Malcolm X have accused the CIA, FBI, the New York Police Department and others in a $100 million lawsuit Friday of playing roles in the 1965 assassination of the civil rights leader.
Personality: Tiara Green
Spotlight on board president of Liberated Arts Foundation
Generational poverty can impact families and communities beyond the apparent financial struggle — there are psychological, educational, health and environmental effects. Black communities suffer from generational poverty at alarmingly high rates.
Trump’s policies on Ukraine could redefine America’s global role, by Chuck Richardson
Following a very stunning and dangerous setback for Ukraine, the election of Donald Trump poses even greater obstacles to any favorable outcome in that war.
Texas board advances plan to allow Bible in school lessons
Texas’ education board on Tuesday advanced a new Bible-infused curriculum that would be optional for schools to incorporate in kindergarten through fifth grades, one of the latest Republican-led efforts in the U.S. to incorporate more religious teaching into classrooms.
Justice reform advocate hosts screening of ‘Kemba’ at VUU
Kemba Smith Pradia’s journey from a college student to a symbol of clemency and justice reform began when she was just 19 at Hampton University.
Botanical Garden employees hope union blooms
The workers at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden filed for union representation last month amid employee-voiced workplace concerns, which range from lack of equipment to safety policies.
City officials seek mediation with VCU Health over scrapped redevelopment
City officials are pushing for mediation with the Virginia Commonwealth University Health System over the fallout from a failed multimillion-dollar redevelopment project at 500 N. 10th Street, with a two-week deadline looming for the two sides to reach a resolution.
