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Local groups join ‘Good Trouble’ day of action rallies

Activists in Richmond and across the country will honor the legacy of the late Congressman John Lewis on Thursday with marches, rallies and calls to action aimed at defending civil rights and expanding voter protections.

During Diversity town hall, community voices anger, demands accountability

Nearly 100 people gathered Tuesday evening at Diversity Richmond for a town hall meeting marked by frustration and calls for accountability following allegations of weeks of racism and sexual harassment by a former employee.

The Chuck Brown Band will bring go-go groove to 2nd Street Festival

The beat of go-go will echo through Jackson Ward this fall as the Chuck Brown Band headlines the 37th annual 2nd Street Festival, set for Oct. 4-5 in downtown Richmond.

Rodgers named Richmond’s economic development director

Angie Rodgers has been named Richmond’s new director of economic development, city officials announced this week.

Henrico schools offer free immunization clinics

Rising seventh- and 12th-grade students in Henrico County Public Schools can receive required immunizations at no cost during four clinics scheduled in August.

RRHA delays vote on Gilpin Court transfer amid concerns

The future of Richmond’s oldest public housing neighborhood remains uncertain after the RRHA delayed a vote to transfer ownership of Gilpin Court to Wednesday, Sept. 17.

City seeks public input on Hull Street bridge replacement project

The City of Richmond is inviting residents to weigh in on plans to replace the Hull Street bridge over the Manchester Canal, with a public meeting scheduled for Aug. 6 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Main Street Station.

Parking meter rates, violation fines rise

Starting July 7, the City of Richmond’s Parking Enterprise Division implemented new parking fees following approval of the city budget by City Council in May.

Excelsior University honors Lt. Gen. Arthur J. Gregg

Excelsior University formally dedicated its headquarters on July 9 as the Lt. Gen. Arthur J. Gregg University Center, paying tribute to the late U.S. Army leader and founding university trustee.

City advances upgrades to water system and emergency plans

Following a series of high-profile water system failures earlier this year, Richmond officials say they are making steady progress on state-mandated improvements to the city’s water treatment operations and emergency response plans.

Proposals sought for transformation of Intermediate Terminal Building

Sitting along the James River waterfront, the Intermediate Terminal Building stands as both a relic of Richmond’s industrial past and a blank canvas for its future. Now, city officials are looking for proposals to bring new life to the historic …

Richmond police cut ATF access over immigration data use

Richmond Police Chief Rick Edwards said in a press release Tuesday afternoon that data from the department’s license plate reader program was used to assist with immigration enforcement, in violation of the department’s policy.

Richmond’s procurement director steps into interim deputy CAO role

Rene Almaraz, Richmond’s director of procurement, has been named interim deputy chief administrative officer for finance and administration.

Voices sought to shape memorial at lost burial site in Shockoe Hill

City officials and local partners are inviting the public to weigh in on plans for a permanent memorial at the Shockoe Hill African Burying Ground, where an estimated 22,000 free and enslaved African Americans were laid to rest.

Charles brings listening tour to Richmond theater

Independent gubernatorial candidate Donna Charles will host a community listening session Saturday in Richmond as she seeks to become Virginia’s first elected female governor.

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