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Kaine meets with local community leaders to discuss concerns on federal policies
Penny’s Wine Shop to appear in local Super Bowl commercial
RPS board strengthens protections for immigrant students
Chief Justice S. Bernard Goodwyn announces retirement
Protest erupts in D.C. against Trump administration plans to spike global humanitarian aid
In sermon to Trump, Bishop Budde pleads for immigrants, transgender rights
Sharpton to lead King Day events in D.C. to honor Dr. King’s legacy
As MLK holiday nears, Bernice King urges people to focus on his teachings
Israel and Hamas agree to ceasefire, hostages to be released
TikTok asks federal appeals court to bar enforcement of potential ban
Total solar eclipse wows North America
Shock, grief and mourning for 3 Georgia-based U.S. soldiers killed in Middle East …
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A month of history
When Silence Speaks
The King’s speech
Born day
Trump’s quick finger-pointing raises questions, by Clarence Page
We will not be erased, by Julianne Malveaux
Commutations cement Biden’s legacy as a champion of justice, by Marc H. Morial
Pardons must not lead to the unpardonable, by Clarence Page
Caregivers need fair pay to continue vital work
Past mayors’ priorities left Richmond’s infrastructure in ruin
Richmond showed resilience, but accountability is needed
Lessons in kindness from a mother’s care
Faith
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Faith groups say they’ll aid refugees despite Trump order. But they’ll need help.
In sermon to Trump, Bishop Budde pleads for immigrants, transgender rights
Fifth Street Baptist to host 23rd annual MLK event
Richmond churches plan faith-based racial healing initiative
Purple Heart recipient Michael Gregory Brown dies at 77
Advocate, educator Denise V. Thomas-Brown remembered
Charles H. Taylor Sr. honored for service, leadership
Richmond’s first Black mayor, Henry Marsh, remembered
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Personality: Patricia A. Jones
Personality: Dr. Robert Winn
Personality: Amma Gatty
Personality: Dr. Lynda Hyatt
Joybells founder Joye B. Moore to appear on ‘Shark Tank’ Feb. 7
Richmond Planet editor’s life inspires upcoming stage production
Civil rights documentary fundraiser set for March 23
Virginia Opera, Richmond Symphony to debut Loving v. Virginia opera
Sports
John Marshall edges Woodside at Coaches for the Cure
Coaches for the Cure showcase delivers thrilling finish in Henrico
Vick earns second Hall of Fame induction in one week
Chiefs, Eagles feature HBCU alumni in Super Bowl LIX
Spider track team shines at VMI Invitational with strong results
Black Experience
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Moving Forward
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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