Charges against deputies linked to Irvo Otieno’s death dropped
The final two cases against Henrico County Sheriff’s Deputies Brandon Rodgers and Kaiyell Sanders, charged in connection with Irvo Otieno’s death, have been dropped following the acquittal of another defendant in a related trial.
City Council incumbents hold strong amid competitive election
Most incumbents on Richmond City Council successfully defended their seats in Tuesday’s election, overcoming challenges from several newcomers. The election brought a few changes to the council, with a notable upset in the 3rd District and new representatives elected in …
McClellan, Kaine win re-election in Virginia’s midterms
Democratic incumbents Jennifer McClellan and Tim Kaine secured key victories in Virginia’s midterm elections, with McClellan winning her second term in the 4th Congressional District and Kaine achieving a third term in the U.S. Senate. Both candidates celebrated Nov. 5 …
Free community testing for COVID-19 continues
For the week ending Saturday, Nov. 6, COVID-19 accounted for .6% of all emergency department visits in Virginia, with overall respiratory illness trending down from previous data. No deaths associated with COVID-19 were reported within that timeframe at time of …
Henrico teachers receive REB grants to pursue global learning, innovation
Six Henrico County Public Schools educators have received the 2024 REB Award for Teaching Excellence, earning grants of $10,000 to $15,000 to pursue transfor- mative learning experiences. The Community Foundation, which recognizes Richmond area teachers who stand out for their …
Va. museums partner for major exhibition on America’s 250th anniversary
Two of Virginia museums, the Virginia Museum of History & Culture (VMHC) and the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown, are teaming up to present “Give Me Liberty: Virginia & the Forging of a Nation,” a landmark exhibition marking America’s 250th …
Talk to explore lives of slaves and free persons in 1860
On Nov. 9, an online audience will explore the everyday lives of enslaved and free African Americans on Virginia’s Middle Peninsula, guided by a historical lens on housing and community resilience. Historian Douglas W. Sanford will present “Interpreting the Evidence …
Virginia’s Insurance Marketplace open enrollment begins
Open enrollment on Virginia’s Insurance Marketplace began Friday, Nov. 1, offering Virginians the opportunity to enroll in new health insurance plans or make changes to existing ones without a qualifying life event.
Richmond hires new leaders for Department of Finance
The City of Richmond has appointed Jamie Atkinson as the new director of revenue and Thomasena Gadson as deputy director of Finance. Both appointments aim to enhance leadership within the Department of Finance.
Lawsuit against VUU broadens after new plans for Richmond Community Hospital emerge
One week after Virginia Union University announced a sudden change in its plans for the former Richmond Community Hospital building, concerns and questions remain about the historic property and the university’s role in its future.
High court sides with Youngkin voter purge
The U.S. Supreme Court on Wednesday granted a temporary stay in the ongoing legal dispute over Gov. Glenn Youngkin’s executive order that resulted in the removal of over 6,000 Virginians from the state’s voter rolls.
Harris promises to ‘represent all Americans’
Kamala Harris called Wednesday for Americans to “stop pointing fingers at each other” as she tried to push past comments made by President Biden about Donald Trump’s supporters and “garbage “ and keep the focus on her Republican opponent in …
Religious and civic groups rally to inspire early voting
Richmond’s religious and civic groups united Sunday to bring congregations and residents to the ballot box as part of the Souls to the Polls initiative organized by the Virginia Interfaith Center for Public Policy.
Check your home for lead pipes
The City of Richmond Department of Public Utilities is conducting an online survey to gather information about the materials used in residents’ water service lines. Homes built before the federal government banned the use of lead pipes in 1986 are …
Floyd faces scrutiny amid calls for investigation into campaign claims
A variety of Richmond groups, officials and community members have reacted with condemnation and concern over allegations related to Tavares Floyd’s history and campaign as he runs for the 6th District City Council seat.
