Edge of Daybreak shines again with new music, film
In 1979, a group of inmates at Powhatan Correctional Center recorded an album with the help of a mobile studio from Richmond’s Alpha Audio. Over five hours, the band Edge of Daybreak laid down eight soul and disco tracks within …
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Alexander named vice chancellor for partnerships at Virginia’s community colleges
Norfolk Mayor Kenneth C. Alexander has been selected as the next vice chancellor for strategic partnerships for the Virginia Community College System, the network announced Monday.
Virginia State University names new interim dean and vice provost
Virginia State University has appointed Jessica Brooks as interim dean of the College of Natural and Health Sciences and Desmond Stephens as vice provost for academic affairs, effective July 1.
City earns top accreditation for parking
For many Richmond residents, finding a parking spot can feel like navigating a maze of confusing signs, unpredictable enforcement, and hidden fees. Despite these challenges, the City of Richmond’s Parking Enterprise Division has recently achieved a notable milestone: earning the …
City offers cooling options during summer heat
As temperatures climb across the region, the City of Richmond is providing several options to help residents stay cool and safe through Labor Day.
Richmond launches online tracker for p-card reforms
The City of Richmond has launched an online progress tracker to update the public on its overhaul of the city’s purchasing card, or p-card, program — a system that has faced repeated criticism for weak oversight and misuse.
Jones edges Taylor in Democratic attorney general primary
In a nail-biter Democratic primary Tuesday, Jay Jones narrowly defeated Henrico Commonwealth’s Attorney Shannon Taylor in the race for attorney general, setting up a November showdown with Republican incumbent Jason Miyares.
Protesters call out Sears’ silence on Medicaid cuts
Dozens of union workers, healthcare professionals and local residents rallied outside the Hippodrome Theater on Tuesday, June 17, where Lt. Gov. Winsome Sears held her election night party for the Virginia governor’s race.
McEachin wins by large margin in commonwealth’s attorney primary
For the second time, Richmond Commonwealth’s Attorney Colette McEachin has held off challenger Tom Barbour Jr. to retain the Democratic nomination.
Irving moves closer to third term as Richmond sheriff
Antionette Irving is one step closer to a third term as Richmond’s sheriff.
Survivors, families mark 10 years since church massacre
People of faith gathered again at Mother Emanuel AME on Tuesday just like they did 10 years ago, searching for God’s truth and his love in the church fellowship hall.
Millions expected to attend “No Kings” protests throughout Virginia, U.S.
On June 14, protesters nationwide plan to rally against the Trump administration in a series of coordinated events.
City taps new CAO, registrar and violence prevention director
The City of Richmond filled several top leadership roles last week, with new appointments made in government operations, election oversight and gun violence prevention.
Juneteenth’s origins remembered as historic handbill resurfaces
The origin of the Juneteenth celebrations marking the end of slavery in the U.S. goes back to an order issued as Union troops arrived in Texas at the end of the Civil War. It declared that all enslaved people in …
