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Andraé Crouch tribute postponed

The tribute concert to gospel music icon Andraé Crouch scheduled for Dec. 9 at the Altria Theater was postponed, organizers announced.

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Judge gives more time to Richmond Christian Center

The bankrupt Richmond Christian Center has gained a fresh 12-day opportunity.

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Preston, Jones vie for 63rd House seat

Joseph E. Preston is a step closer to realizing his 21-year-old dream of representing the Petersburg area in the General Assembly.

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Mothers Club reaches out for 60 years

They were friends and young mothers raising babies. They began meeting in 1954 to share child-rearing tips, organize activities for their children and socialize.

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UCLA names sports complex for Jackie Robinson

Any time someone goes to watch or play sports at UCLA they will know the name of Bruins alumnus Jackie Robinson.

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Police, prosecutors rely on community

There's intensive and collaborative effort by prosecutors and other departments to curb violence in the city.

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“Santa with Soul” at Black History Museum

“Santa with Soul” is bringing his magical cheer to the Black History Museum and Cultural Center of Virginia this weekend.

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Personality: Roger C. Brown

Roger Cornelius Brown is the leader of the Prince Hall Grand Lodge of Virginia, one of the oldest African-American groups in the state.

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Grand Illumination, Love Lights to ignite holiday spirit

The holiday spirit will envelop Richmond this weekend with two big events — the joint Grand Illumination and Love Lights skyline lighting Friday night, Dec. 5, and the Dominion Christmas Parade on Saturday, Dec. 6.

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Justice denied

Ferguson, N.Y. cases expose injustices, spark change

A national movement is underway to address police brutality against African-American men and the criminalization of communities of color.

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VSU ends season in chilly NCAA match

Virginia State University’s epic football season ended last Saturday with a 35-14 loss to Bloomsburg State University in northeast Pennsylvania, in arctic-like conditions with temperatures never hitting 30.

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Holiday show set for Sunday

Out with “Amahl.” In with “Home for the Holidays.”

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Peggy Mitchell Smith, 86, former teacher

Edythe Elizebeth “Peggy” Mitchell Smith came from a long line of trailblazers.

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L. Douglas Wilder’s legacy

Mr. Wilder presents in his own words what he views as the legacy of his historic election and leadership of the commonwealth 25 years later.

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VCU takes on U.Va. Saturday at Siegel Center

Virginia Commonwealth University basketball has lost its national ranking.

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Mary Frances Rogers Barnes, 80, educator

Mary Frances Rogers Barnes saw great potential in every child.

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Election set for 63rd House District seat

Tuesday, Jan. 6. That’s the date for the special election to replace new state Sen. Rosalyn R. Dance in the Virginia House of Delegates.

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Richmond Christian Center auctioned to Henrico church

The building that housed the bankrupt Richmond Christian Center is going to remain a worship center.

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Cleveland-to-VUU pipeline flows once more

Virginia Union University’s famed “Cleveland Connection,” long the lifeblood of the institution’s basketball program, has regained a pulse.

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Taqqi Muhammad is John Marshall’s ‘Big D’

Taqqi Muhammad is held in such high esteem at Richmond’s John Marshall High School, and why the senior has landed a full scholarship to the University of North Carolina-Greensboro.