Spanberger names Figueroa to oversee state health and human services
As Gov.-elect Abigail Spanberger prepares to take the helm of the state of Virginia, she has announced her pick for the next secretary of health and human resources: Marvin Figueroa.
Border Patrol exits Chicago to create disorder elsewhere by Clarence Page
They’re gone? Really gone?
The leadership lessons Jesse Jackson has given us by Ben Jealous
News of the Rev. Jesse Jackson’s health struggles has stirred many.
Housing crisis won’t ease until lawmakers get serious by Tolton D. Montgomery
I applaud Abigail Spanberger on becoming the governor-elect of Virginia, especially due to one of her core campaign promises: to bring down the cost of housing. “We are going to work to lower costs of renting, buying or staying in your home,” she said in mid-November.
It takes GOP courage, not compromise by David W. Marshall
Every elected official is required to take an oath of office.
U.S. traded global leadership for conspiracy theories by Marc H. Morial
Trump’s reasons for boycotting the event are ridiculous, to be polite … The claim that white people are more affected by criminal acts in the country is not only a mistaken belief but also a manufactured lie designed to invoke the emotions of white racists across the globe.
Michael Jordan’s fight against NASCAR lands in court
Michael Jordan's bitter fight against NASCAR headed to federal court this week in a jury trial that could rip apart the top motorsports series in the U.S.
Personality: Bianca Myrick
Spotlight on the founder & executive director of Pretty Purposed
Bianca Myrick turned a personal struggle into a mission to empower young women and girls.
New generation of Black church leadership rising to continue battle for freedom
It was on Nov. 24, 2014, when then-Howard University student Kevin Lamár Peterman first felt a sermon rise from his belly.
We are hardwired to sing — and it’s good for us, too by Elinor Harrison
On the first Sunday after being named leader of the Catholic Church in May 2025, Pope Leo XIV stood on the balcony of St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome and addressed the tens of thousands of people gathered.
School Board votes to honor Kennedy High
The Richmond City School Board unanimously voted to bring back Armstrong-Kennedy High School, restoring a name that celebrates the legacy of the merged schools.
Harris-Muhammed resigns from RPS board
Shonda Harris-Muhammed is stepping down from the Richmond City School Board to become a Virginia school division superintendent.
Giving Heart marks Thanksgiving feast’s 20th year
The Giving Heart marked its 20th annual Thanksgiving Day Feast last Thursday at the Greater Richmond Convention Center, drawing more than 1,000 people to the exhibit hall for a day centered on meals and community connection.
VSU taps award-winning actor Rob Morgan for keynote
Virginia State University recently announced that award-winning actor and VSU alumnus Rob Morgan will deliver the keynote address at the school’s Fall 2025 commencement.
City of Richmond hires Ken Martinez as director of revenue administration
The City of Richmond has hired Ken Martinez as the new director of revenue administration in the Department of Finance. Martinez brings more than 23 years of experience in municipal finance, with expertise in revenue management, taxpayer service and tax administration.
Jones names senior leadership team for attorney general’s office
Attorney General-elect Jay Jones recently announced three senior members of his leadership team who will serve when he takes office in January.
VCU pulls away from Virginia Tech in Battle 4 Atlantis
VCU closed out its Battle 4 Atlantis run with an 86-68 win over Virginia Tech on Friday in Nassau, Bahamas, behind a career-best performance from sophomore guard Terrence Hill Jr.
Spiders add sprint and hurdles coach Andre Moore
The University of Richmond has added Andre Moore to its track and field staff as an assistant coach, bringing the Richmond native back to the program for the first time since 2018.
Holiday Hoops Classic to debut in Henrico
The inaugural 4 Tha Culture Holiday Hoops Classic, a new women’s basketball showcase, is set to take place Dec. 19-21 at the Henrico Sports & Events Center.
