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Solly Walker dribbles around the defense in this St. John’s University photo. He was the first African-American player on the team, joining the varsity squad in 1951 after a year on the freshman team.

Solly Walker dribbles around the defense in this St. John’s University photo. He was the first African-American player on the team, joining the varsity squad …

Published on May 12, 2017

Published on May 12, 2017
Lt. Gov. Ralph Northam, left, makes a point during Tuesday night’s Democratic candidate debate in Highland Springs as his opponent, former Congressman Tom Perriello, waits to speak. The two are vying for the Democratic nomination for governor in a June 13 primary election.

Lt. Gov. Ralph Northam, left, makes a point during Tuesday night’s Democratic candidate debate in Highland Springs as his opponent, former Congressman Tom Perriello, waits …

Published on May 12, 2017

Published on May 12, 2017
A grand opening for the REAL House, established by Michael J. “Mike” Tillem at 2201 Dinwiddie Ave., is scheduled for Tuesday, May 16.

A grand opening for the REAL House, established by Michael J. “Mike” Tillem at 2201 Dinwiddie Ave., is scheduled for Tuesday, May 16.

Published on May 12, 2017
Protesters gather on the Bank Street side of the 4th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in Downtown to make their views known about President Trump’s travel ban against people from six Muslim-majority nations. Inside, the federal appeals court was hearing arguments Monday in the legal challenge to the president’s March executive order banning U.S. entry to people from the targeted nations.

Protesters gather on the Bank Street side of the 4th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in Downtown to make their views known about President Trump’s …

Published on May 12, 2017
Former FBI Director James Comey

Former FBI Director James Comey

Published on May 12, 2017
Grace Washington, president of the Central Virginia Business and Construction Association, is working with longtime contractor Andre Massenburg on the first of five showcase homes at 1501 Mechanicsville Turnpike in the East End.

Grace Washington, president of the Central Virginia Business and Construction Association, is working with longtime contractor Andre Massenburg on the first of five showcase homes …

Published on May 9, 2017
Julia and Jeff Schurott enjoy gumbo as their twin daughters, Eloise and Piper, can only watch. The annual event is a fundraiser supporting the work of the nuns in caring for the low-income elderly.

Julia and Jeff Schurott enjoy gumbo as their twin daughters, Eloise and Piper, can only watch. The annual event is a fundraiser supporting the work …

Published on May 5, 2017
Culinary delights, such as dessert crepes, ratatouille and shrimp and grits were prepared by local chefs for a delighted crowd.

Culinary delights, such as dessert crepes, ratatouille and shrimp and grits were prepared by local chefs for a delighted crowd.

Published on May 5, 2017
Ooh la la // Sister Rose Marie, dressed in her habit and high-top hiking boots, talks on the phone after accepting a donation at the French Food Festival last Saturday at the Little Sisters of the Poor on Michaels Road in Henrico County.

Ooh la la // Sister Rose Marie, dressed in her habit and high-top hiking boots, talks on the phone after accepting a donation at the …

Published on May 5, 2017
Family of geese in Kanawha Canal

Family of geese in Kanawha Canal

Published on May 5, 2017
For the missing // Yellow balloons are released to remember nearly three dozen people from the Richmond area who have been reported missing and whose whereabouts are unknown. The release came at the first “Bring Our Missing Children Home” event hosted last Saturday by the mother of a 21-year-old who has disappeared without a trace. Location: New Life Deliverance Tabernacle in South Side.

For the missing // Yellow balloons are released to remember nearly three dozen people from the Richmond area who have been reported missing and whose …

Published on May 5, 2017
Police briefly ordered a lockdown of City Hall to prevent disruption of City Council budget deliberations and a separate School Board meeting. Council recessed while the doors were locked and resumed work a few minutes later after participants resumed their march along Broad Street.

Police briefly ordered a lockdown of City Hall to prevent disruption of City Council budget deliberations and a separate School Board meeting. Council recessed while …

Published on May 5, 2017
May Day protests in Richmond // At left, Kim Bobo, left, and the Rev. Jack Posiadlo of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in South Richmond bless participants in the National Day Without Immigrants, timed to coincide with May Day observances on Monday, May 1. Location: Abner Clay Park in Jackson Ward. Similar events were held across the country to support immigrants and protest President Trump’s aggressive deportation policies. At right, boisterous protesters march on City Hall on Monday evening to urge the ouster of federal immigration agents and voice other concerns about federal and state policies.

May Day protests in Richmond // At left, Kim Bobo, left, and the Rev. Jack Posiadlo of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in South Richmond bless …

Published on May 5, 2017
Community engagement About 1,300 people gather at St. Paul’s Baptist Church on Creighton Road on Monday night to express their concerns and seek improvements in issues affecting area youths. The event was sponsored by RISC, Richmonders Involved to Strengthen our Communities, an interfaith, interracial coalition of 19 congregations in metro Richmond working to address core issues. At Monday’s annual Nehemiah assembly, the group focused on improvements in elementary school reading levels, children’s mental health and job training for young people.

Community engagement About 1,300 people gather at St. Paul’s Baptist Church on Creighton Road on Monday night to express their concerns and seek improvements in …

Published on May 5, 2017
Senon Davis brightens the front of Saadia’s Juice Box and Yoga Bar, one of the newest businesses in Jackson Ward. Mr. Davis spent a recent Sunday adding fresh, attention-grabbing color to the business at 402½ N. 2nd St. Opened in January, owner Saadia Yasmin combines yoga and belly dancing classes with a mix of Persian-style baked goods, salads and beverages — ranging from coffee, espresso and tea to raw juices and special concoctions of fruit, vegetables and spice smoothies.

Senon Davis brightens the front of Saadia’s Juice Box and Yoga Bar, one of the newest businesses in Jackson Ward. Mr. Davis spent a recent …

Published on May 5, 2017
Freewheeling // Jonathan Parham defies gravity on his skateboard as he gets a jump on a rail at Fonticello-Carter Jones Park at 28th and Bainbridge streets in South Side.

Freewheeling // Jonathan Parham defies gravity on his skateboard as he gets a jump on a rail at Fonticello-Carter Jones Park at 28th and Bainbridge …

Published on May 5, 2017

Published on May 5, 2017
Poet Nikki Giovanni infuses humor in her wide-ranging remarks last Friday at Virginia Union University, where she was the keynote speaker at a daylong conference on undergraduate research.

Poet Nikki Giovanni infuses humor in her wide-ranging remarks last Friday at Virginia Union University, where she was the keynote speaker at a daylong conference …

Published on May 5, 2017