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Dr. Joann Henry plays at a bank of slot machines at the Quick N Easy convenience store in the 4100 block of West Broad Street.

Dr. Joann Henry plays at a bank of slot machines at the Quick N Easy convenience store in the 4100 block of West Broad Street.

Published on July 12, 2019
James Weldon Johnson

James Weldon Johnson

Published on July 12, 2019
Malcolm Alexander was released from prison in 2018 after serving time for a crime he didn’t commit.

Malcolm Alexander was released from prison in 2018 after serving time for a crime he didn’t commit.

Published on July 12, 2019
The Innocence Project got Gregory Counts released from prison in 2018.

The Innocence Project got Gregory Counts released from prison in 2018.

Published on July 12, 2019
A sign held at Tuesday’s rally at the State Capitol.

A sign held at Tuesday’s rally at the State Capitol.

Published on July 12, 2019
Above left, wearing orange stickers that read, “Guns SAVE Lives,” gun advocates line up to enter the public galleries in the Capitol before Tuesday’s special session. Right, three members of the Legislative Black Caucus give a power salute showing solidarity with gun control advocates Tuesday on their way to a special session of the General Assembly. From left, they are Delegates Joseph C. “Joe” Lindsey of Norfolk, Marcia S. “Cia” Price of Newport News and Lashrecse D. Aird of Petersburg.

Above left, wearing orange stickers that read, “Guns SAVE Lives,” gun advocates line up to enter the public galleries in the Capitol before Tuesday’s special …

Published on July 12, 2019

Published on July 12, 2019
From left, Lt. Gov. Justin E. Fairfax, Richmond Delegate Delores L. McQuinn, Gov. Ralph S. Northam and Attorney General Mark R. Herring pray during a “Stop the Gun Violence Rally” last Sunday at Thirty-first Street Baptist Church in the East End. Delegate McQuinn organized the event ahead of Tuesday’s special legislative session.

From left, Lt. Gov. Justin E. Fairfax, Richmond Delegate Delores L. McQuinn, Gov. Ralph S. Northam and Attorney General Mark R. Herring pray during a …

Published on July 12, 2019

Published on July 12, 2019
Passionate gun control supporters rally at the Bank Street entrance to the State Capitol Tuesday, but ended up disappointed after the General Assembly halted any consideration of the measures until Nov. 18. Left, two gun rights advocates brought their weapons to the rally. Virginia is an “open carry” state, meaning it is lawful to openly carry a firearm.

Passionate gun control supporters rally at the Bank Street entrance to the State Capitol Tuesday, but ended up disappointed after the General Assembly halted any …

Published on July 12, 2019
Dr. Joann Henry plays at a bank of slot machines at the Quick N Easy convenience store in the 4100 block of West Broad Street.

Dr. Joann Henry plays at a bank of slot machines at the Quick N Easy convenience store in the 4100 block of West Broad Street.

Published on July 12, 2019

Published on July 12, 2019
Jaelon Hodges, right, receives congratulations from actor Terrence Jenkins after learning he was chosen for a $15,000 scholarship for a summer internship with the former BET host of “106 & Park” in Los Angeles.

Jaelon Hodges, right, receives congratulations from actor Terrence Jenkins after learning he was chosen for a $15,000 scholarship for a summer internship with the former …

Published on July 12, 2019

Published on July 12, 2019

Published on July 12, 2019

Published on July 4, 2019
Xaveria Hansom of Collective Consciousness’ “Bible Study in the Hood” talks to the crowd at The Village Against Violence Summer Rally last Sunday in Scott’s Addition. The event was organized following a series of shootings and deaths throughout the city and focuses on greater community unity to protect children and youths. Organizers are planning a back-to-school event in August. (Sandra Sellars/Richmond Free Press)

Xaveria Hansom of Collective Consciousness’ “Bible Study in the Hood” talks to the crowd at The Village Against Violence Summer Rally last Sunday in Scott’s …

Published on July 4, 2019
From left, Jonathan Johnson, Eugene Harden and Edward Hamlin, past presidents of the Astoria Beneficial Club, place a wreath at the statue of Bill “Bojangles” Robinson in Jackson Ward last Saturday during the organization’s 46th annual commemoration of the Richmond native and entertainer. In 1933, Mr. Robinson used his own money to purchase a traffic light for the intersection of Leigh and Adams streets after witnessing the dangers young African-Americans faced in trying to cross the busy street. The Astorians placed the statue in his honor at the intersection 46 years ago. (Ava Reaves)

From left, Jonathan Johnson, Eugene Harden and Edward Hamlin, past presidents of the Astoria Beneficial Club, place a wreath at the statue of Bill “Bojangles” …

Published on July 4, 2019
Sunflower pod in East End (Sandra Sellars/Richmond Free Press)

Sunflower pod in East End (Sandra Sellars/Richmond Free Press)

Published on July 4, 2019
Attendants perform one of several baptisms last Saturday during the Jehovah’s Witnesses regional convention at the Greater Richmond Convention Center. Thousands of people from Virginia and nearby states attend the denomination’s series of three-day conventions each summer in Downtown. This year’s theme: “Love Never Fails!” Highlights include symposia, song, prayer, films and dramatic Bible readings around the theme. The next gathering in the series will be this Friday through Sunday at the convention center. (Clement Britt)

Attendants perform one of several baptisms last Saturday during the Jehovah’s Witnesses regional convention at the Greater Richmond Convention Center. Thousands of people from Virginia …

Published on July 4, 2019