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3 Stars Vape & Tobacco on Lakeside Avenue is pictured Wednesday, July 30. The Richmond City Council voted Monday to approve new zoning restrictions on future tobacco and hemp shops, limiting where they can open in relation to existing stores, schools, parks, libraries and places of worship.

3 Stars Vape & Tobacco on Lakeside Avenue is pictured Wednesday, July 30. The Richmond City Council voted Monday to approve new zoning restrictions on …

Published on July 31, 2025
Glass pipes on display at 3 Stars Vape & Tobacco on Lakeside Avenue, pictured Wednesday, July 30. The shop is among many across Richmond area. City officials have moved to curb the spread of new tobacco and hemp retailers through stricter zoning rules.

Glass pipes on display at 3 Stars Vape & Tobacco on Lakeside Avenue, pictured Wednesday, July 30. The shop is among many across Richmond area. …

Published on July 31, 2025
U.S. Rep. Jennifer McClellan, D-4th, who met with officials at the Chesterfield County Courthouse on Monday, July 28, speaks afterward to voice her concerns on ICE actions.

U.S. Rep. Jennifer McClellan, D-4th, who met with officials at the Chesterfield County Courthouse on Monday, July 28, speaks afterward to voice her concerns on …

Published on July 31, 2025
Gov. Youngkin

Gov. Youngkin

Published on July 31, 2025
William McNeil Jr.’s attorney Ben Crump, center, speaks while showing a still from a police body cam video during a press conference Tuesday, July 29, 2025, in Chicago.

William McNeil Jr.’s attorney Ben Crump, center, speaks while showing a still from a police body cam video during a press conference Tuesday, July 29, …

Published on July 31, 2025

Published on July 31, 2025
Visitors take in “Faith & Resilience: The Legacy of Black Catholics in Virginia,” a new exhibit at the Black History Museum & Cultural Center of Virginia, on view through Nov. 22.

Visitors take in “Faith & Resilience: The Legacy of Black Catholics in Virginia,” a new exhibit at the Black History Museum & Cultural Center of …

Published on July 31, 2025
About 50 riders traveled from Moto Richmond to the Branch Museum of Design on motorcycles and scooters to see the museum’s two-wheeled exhibition, “Ruined + Refined,” on Saturday, July 26.

About 50 riders traveled from Moto Richmond to the Branch Museum of Design on motorcycles and scooters to see the museum’s two-wheeled exhibition, “Ruined + …

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A visitor checks out a custom motorcycle on display at the “Ruined + Refined” exhibition, featuring unique builds and Vespa scooters. The exhibitions continue through Aug. 31.

A visitor checks out a custom motorcycle on display at the “Ruined + Refined” exhibition, featuring unique builds and Vespa scooters. The exhibitions continue through …

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Ja’Mesha “Jam” Worthington (31) of Richmond’s undefeated Black Widows women’s tackle football team runs the ball during the national championship game against the Oklahoma Rage on Saturday, July 26.

Ja’Mesha “Jam” Worthington (31) of Richmond’s undefeated Black Widows women’s tackle football team runs the ball during the national championship game against the Oklahoma Rage …

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Gilpin Court, Richmond’s oldest public housing community, is at the center of a dispute between City Council and the Richmond Redevelopment and Housing Authority over the legality of a redevelopment agreement.

Gilpin Court, Richmond’s oldest public housing community, is at the center of a dispute between City Council and the Richmond Redevelopment and Housing Authority over …

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Steven Nesmith, CEO of the Richmond Redevelopment and Housing Authority, during an interview at the agency’s East Broad Street office. The discussion focused on RRHA’s response to City Council’s questions about the Gilpin Court transfer.

Steven Nesmith, CEO of the Richmond Redevelopment and Housing Authority, during an interview at the agency’s East Broad Street office. The discussion focused on RRHA’s …

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Kenya Gibson

Kenya Gibson

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Tanikia Jackson

Tanikia Jackson

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Former Gov. L. Douglas Wilder leaves a press conference Thursday, July 24, at the Virginia General Assembly Building in Richmond, where he addressed concerns about growing political interference by President Donald Trump in Virginia’s public colleges and universities.

Former Gov. L. Douglas Wilder leaves a press conference Thursday, July 24, at the Virginia General Assembly Building in Richmond, where he addressed concerns about …

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The Virginia DMV and the City of Richmond unveiled a 54-foot yellow ladder at The Diamond on Friday, July 25, using the display to show that being hit by a car at 40 mph has the same impact as falling from the top.

The Virginia DMV and the City of Richmond unveiled a 54-foot yellow ladder at The Diamond on Friday, July 25, using the display to show …

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Richard McDaniel/Kevin Harris

Richard McDaniel/Kevin Harris

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Ben Jealous, former NAACP president and Maryland Democratic gubernatorial candidate, is on leave from his job as national head of the Sierra Club.

Ben Jealous, former NAACP president and Maryland Democratic gubernatorial candidate, is on leave from his job as national head of the Sierra Club.

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Bubba Wallace reacts after winning a NASCAR Cup Series auto race at Indianapolis Motor Speedway, Sunday, July 27, 2025, in Indianapolis.

Bubba Wallace reacts after winning a NASCAR Cup Series auto race at Indianapolis Motor Speedway, Sunday, July 27, 2025, in Indianapolis.

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Gabriel Kotto

Gabriel Kotto

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Two horses tied for first and two others tied for third in a rare double dead heat to open the racing day Friday at Colonial Downs. Since 1990, this outcome has happened just 15 times in more than 2 million races across North America.

Two horses tied for first and two others tied for third in a rare double dead heat to open the racing day Friday at Colonial …

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Kadencia Orchestra brings Latin rhythms to the 804 Day festival Saturday, Aug. 2, at Richmond’s 17th Street Market. The free outdoor event features 10 bands performing across three stages.

Kadencia Orchestra brings Latin rhythms to the 804 Day festival Saturday, Aug. 2, at Richmond’s 17th Street Market. The free outdoor event features 10 bands …

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Attendees enjoy craft beer and camaraderie during a recent Virginia Brews festival at the Virginia Museum of History & Culture.

Attendees enjoy craft beer and camaraderie during a recent Virginia Brews festival at the Virginia Museum of History & Culture.

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A rendering shows the CareScout Power Tower at CarMax Park, which will include an accessibility lift and a 34-foot-tall vertical LED display.

A rendering shows the CareScout Power Tower at CarMax Park, which will include an accessibility lift and a 34-foot-tall vertical LED display.

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The labyrinth at the Innerwork Center at Loxley Road and Westwood Avenue on North Side, seen on Wednesday, offers a walking meditation and, unlike a maze, has only one path in and out. The center is a nonprofit that has operated for 30 years.

The labyrinth at the Innerwork Center at Loxley Road and Westwood Avenue on North Side, seen on Wednesday, offers a walking meditation and, unlike a …

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Hibiscus bloom outside Oliver Hill Courthouse

Hibiscus bloom outside Oliver Hill Courthouse

Published on July 31, 2025
Forest Hill Park’s newly renovated playground was unveiled during a ribbon-cutting ceremony Wednesday morning, July 23, with state and local officials in attendance.

Forest Hill Park’s newly renovated playground was unveiled during a ribbon-cutting ceremony Wednesday morning, July 23, with state and local officials in attendance.

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Children and families enjoyed the swingset and other features following the ceremony.

Children and families enjoyed the swingset and other features following the ceremony.

Published on July 31, 2025

Published on July 31, 2025
A child shows off a colorful flag design painted on their face during the American Muslim Heritage Celebration. Hundreds attended the American Muslim Heritage Celebration and the Ayida exhibition at the Institute for Contemporary Art at Virginia Commonwealth University on July 26. The event featured cultural displays, henna, flag face painting, videos on the history of Islam in America, food and a designated prayer space.

A child shows off a colorful flag design painted on their face during the American Muslim Heritage Celebration. Hundreds attended the American Muslim Heritage Celebration …

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Vendors line the lobby of the Institute for Contemporary Art at Virginia Commonwealth University during the event.

Vendors line the lobby of the Institute for Contemporary Art at Virginia Commonwealth University during the event.

Published on July 31, 2025