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City advances upgrades to water system and emergency plans
Proposals sought for transformation of Intermediate Terminal Building
Richmond police cut ATF access over immigration data use
Richmond’s procurement director steps into interim deputy CAO role
Family of Alabama teen shot by police seeks access to video of shooting
Digital project aims to preserve and expand the legacy of Bayard Rustin
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs gets standing ovation from inmates after court victory, lawyer says
Gun thefts from cars surge nationwide, now account for 40% of cases
Adjusting to a new rhythm in Ghana
Olympic champions, amateurs flock to Kenya for world-class training
Henrico County native embraces new life in Ghana’s Eastern Region
African Americans turn to Ghana for peace and belonging
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Divesting from education is divesting from our future, by Ben Jealous
‘Welfare queen’ legends haunt Trump’s budget plan, by Clarence Page
Fighting the prevalence of gun suicides requires more attention, action, by Roger Chesley
Ouster of UVA’s president attacks academic freedom, by David W. Marshall
Trump’s promises of cuts lost in a sea of costly waste
Withers’ message still resonates in song, service and support for others
What John Reid’s controversies say about his candidacy
Antioch Baptist Church preserves the past
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‘Lift Every Voice and Sing,’ unofficial Black national anthem, celebrates 125 years
Thousands gather in Richmond for Ahmadiyya Muslim convention
Investigation finds Rev. Barber did not misdirect funds to pay ex-wife alimony
Williamsburg begins rebuilding one of the nation’s oldest Black churches
Maxine Jenkins remembered for a life of service, education and compassion
Willie J. Banks Jr., noted Virginia surgeon and Navy veteran, dies at 81
Teacher, superintendent Billy Cannaday dies at 75
Barbara Grey, celebrated Richmond educator and mentor, dies at 99
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Juicy tradition continues at Hanover Tomato Festival
A tribute to Black legacy in performance and public service
Festival returns to Chimborazo Park to uplift East End youth
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Wimbledon 2025: Anniversaries for Serena Williams, Arthur Ashe and COVID
New York Knicks hire Mike Brown, a two-time NBA Coach of the Year
Squirrels sweep Baysox with 12-2 rout, set season high in runs
Vick era at Norfolk State to kick off in primetime, bolstered by new …
CIAA extends Baltimore basketball tournament partnership
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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
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A tribute to Black legacy in performance and public service
Richmonders paid tribute to two historic legacies with commemorative events held days apart. The Richmond Fire Department and community partners …
Thousands gather in Richmond for Ahmadiyya Muslim convention
Nearly 10,000 Muslim Americans gathered at the Greater Richmond Convention Center over the Fourth of July weekend for the Ahmadiyya …
Camels, ostriches and zebras set to race at Colonial Downs
Colonial Downs is adding a wild twist to its summer racing season with exotic animal races set for Friday, July …
CIAA extends Baltimore basketball tournament partnership
The Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA) Board of Directors approved Baltimore as the host city for the men’s and women’s …
Vick era at Norfolk State to kick off in primetime, bolstered by new recruits
The Michael Vick era at Norfolk State will begin on a national stage with a primetime matchup and a bolstered …
Squirrels sweep Baysox with 12-2 rout, set season high in runs
The Richmond Flying Squirrels capped a dominant weekend with a 12-2 blowout win over the Bowie Baysox on Sunday afternoon …