A Year in Focus-From marches to milestones, Richmond’s people and events shaped the year. Demonstrations, school celebrations, cultural festivals and sports brought the community together across the city. These images capture the moments that marked 2025 in Richmond. A recycling truck caught fire on Claremont Avenue in North Side on Aug. 28. The driver pulled over and emptied the truck’s contents onto the street. No injuries were
reported, and the cause of the blaze was undetermined. (photo by Craig Belcher/Richmond Free Press)
