Richmond activist Farid Alan Schintzius died Thursday, Dec. 5, 2024, at the age of 76, leaving behind a legacy of local advocacy and community engagement. Schintzius’ family confirmed his death on a social media post.

Delegate Delores L. McQuinn, D-Henrico, officially launched her re-election campaign Tuesday afternoon at Trevor’s Grill and Tavern in Henrico.

For the week ending Saturday, Dec. 7, COVID-19 accounted for .6% of all emergency department visits in Virginia, with overall respiratory illness moderate and trending up compared to previous data. No deaths associated with COVID-19 were reported within that period …

A U.S. Justice Department investigation into the Memphis Police Department after the beating death of Tyre Nichols found a pattern of unlawful use of excessive force and discrimination against the Black residents of the majority-Black city in Tennessee.

For decades, Virginia’s public colleges and universities expanded campuses to accommodate growing student populations – often at the expense of Black communities.

What was once a yard overrun with tall weeds and grass at John Marshall High School is now transformed with a new metal wall, clear glass windows and a courtyard for students to lunch and learn.

Richmond General Registrar Keith Balmer resigned Wednesday following a report that cited 25 instances of abuse, fraud and waste by leadership and employees in the Richmond Office of Elections.

The holiday season’s decorations, festive meals, and traditions bring joy, but also heightened fire risks. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), December consistently sees a spike in home fires, with Christmas Day and Christmas Eve ranking as the …

Richmond officials and architects gathered Monday afternoon at Ancarrow’s Landing to celebrate and update the public on the latest developments in the multi-million-dollar Shockoe Project.

At least six incarcerated people have burned themselves at western Virginia’s Red Onion State Prison, the Virginia Department of Corrections confirmed Wednesday.

Virginia War Memorial will host a solemn and reflective gathering to honor the lives lost during the surprise attack on Pearl Harbor. The 83rd Commonwealth’s Pearl Harbor Day Remembrance Ceremony will take place at 11 a.m. Friday, Dec. 6, at …

Richmond Public Schools Board Chairwoman Dawn Page, 8th District, teared up as family, community members and former school board colleagues congratulated her for her service at Monday night’s school board meeting.

Leadership Metro Richmond has launched a search for its next President and CEO, seeking a dynamic leader to advance its mission of fostering leadership and community connection in the greater Richmond region.

For the week ending Saturday, Nov. 30, COVID-19 accounted for .5% of all emergency department visits in Virginia, with overall respiratory illness low but trending up from previous data. No deaths associated with COVID-19 were reported within that period at …

Richmond’s small businesses and a re-entry service for the formerly incarcerated were the focus of a special City Council meeting Monday afternoon, where members approved funding for a new grant program and the Help Me Help You Foundation.