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“I’m listening,” new Richmond Police Chief Gerald M. Smith says at a City Hall press conference Saturday after Mayor Levar M. Stoney, right, introduced him. “My office, my phone line, my email is open to you, so let’s have a conversation.” The city’s 20th chief began work Wednesday.

“I’m listening,” new Richmond Police Chief Gerald M. Smith says at a City Hall press conference Saturday after Mayor Levar M. Stoney, right, introduced him. …

Published on July 2, 2020
A crew carefully places the bronze statue on a truck. Mayor Levar M. Stoney ordered the removal of remaining Confederate statues as a public safety measure.

A crew carefully places the bronze statue on a truck. Mayor Levar M. Stoney ordered the removal of remaining Confederate statues as a public safety …

Published on July 2, 2020
A crane hauls away the massive, 100-year-old statue of Confederate Gen. Thomas “Stonewall” Jackson from its pedestal at Monument Avenue and Arthur Ashe Boulevard during a downpour Wednesday.

A crane hauls away the massive, 100-year-old statue of Confederate Gen. Thomas “Stonewall” Jackson from its pedestal at Monument Avenue and Arthur Ashe Boulevard during …

Published on July 2, 2020
Mr. Rogers

Mr. Rogers

Published on July 2, 2020
Mr. Davenport

Mr. Davenport

Published on July 2, 2020

Published on July 2, 2020

Published on July 2, 2020
More than 40 faith leaders from a variety of faith traditions call for an end to police violence against those protesting racial injustice during a news conference Tuesday at the base of the Lee statue on Monument Avenue. Protesters renamed the area Marcus-David Peters Circle to bring attention to the 2018 death of the 24-year-old biology teacher who was shot and killed by a Richmond Police officer during what has been described as a mental crisis.

More than 40 faith leaders from a variety of faith traditions call for an end to police violence against those protesting racial injustice during a …

Published on July 2, 2020
Richmond sheriff’s deputies lead away Meade Skelton after he made a failed effort to stop the removal of the “Stonewall” Jackson statue Wednesday.

Richmond sheriff’s deputies lead away Meade Skelton after he made a failed effort to stop the removal of the “Stonewall” Jackson statue Wednesday.

Published on July 2, 2020

Published on June 25, 2020

Published on June 25, 2020
Mayor Stoney

Mayor Stoney

Published on June 25, 2020
Mr. Wallace Jr.

Mr. Wallace Jr.

Published on June 25, 2020

Published on June 25, 2020
Early bird catch in North Side

Early bird catch in North Side

Published on June 25, 2020
This “Black is Beautiful” billboard stands at the corner of Jackson Street and Chamberlayne Parkway on the edge of Jackson Ward and just across Interstate 95 from Gilpin Court. It’s a message that resonates amid the upheaval in the city. The billboard is the work of Dream for Purpose, which describes itself on its website as a “research-led creative house that provides brands with guidance and insights on how to maneuver in an ever-changing digital age.”

This “Black is Beautiful” billboard stands at the corner of Jackson Street and Chamberlayne Parkway on the edge of Jackson Ward and just across Interstate …

Published on June 25, 2020
Cyclists participating in the Black Lives Matter Father’s Day Bike Ride pause to take a group picture Sunday in front of the Lee statue during the ride through the city.The Urban Cycling Group and R&B singer Trey Songz organized the unifying event that drew hundreds to ride peacefully through the city.

Cyclists participating in the Black Lives Matter Father’s Day Bike Ride pause to take a group picture Sunday in front of the Lee statue during …

Published on June 25, 2020
8-year-old London Miles stands on the stairs of the Lee monument and carrying a sign with the slogan “Black Kids Matter” at the event.

8-year-old London Miles stands on the stairs of the Lee monument and carrying a sign with the slogan “Black Kids Matter” at the event.

Published on June 25, 2020
from left, Mymy Hardon, Joel Charles and Amira Jones hold candles during a vigil at the Lee statue to help close out the program at the daylong celebration of the liberation from slavery.

from left, Mymy Hardon, Joel Charles and Amira Jones hold candles during a vigil at the Lee statue to help close out the program at …

Published on June 25, 2020
R&B singer Trey Songz of Petersburg prays during a Juneteenth event at the Lee statue Friday, June 19.

R&B singer Trey Songz of Petersburg prays during a Juneteenth event at the Lee statue Friday, June 19.

Published on June 25, 2020