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Sen. Stanley, Mayor Stoney spar over to school maintenance
Maintenance of public school buildings is your responsibility, Mr. Mayor.
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City Democratic Committee to hold reorganizing caucus July 20
The Virginia Democratic Party apparently is seeking to limit participation as it begins the process of reorganizing the Richmond City Democratic Committee.
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Historic Resources officials make way for Intermediate Terminal building demolition
The state Department of Historic Resources has upheld City Hall’s view that a landmark warehouse in the city’s East End, once a major source of jobs for African-Americans, has no historical value and can be demolished to make way for the modern bistro and restaurant that Stone Brewing Co. wants to build.
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Inmate search tool available
It just became a bit easier to find out if someone is locked up at the Richmond Justice Center.
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O’Quinn taking his talents to the Indiana Pacers
Kyle O’Quinn, the last player from an HBCU to be drafted into the NBA, is changing his low-post address.
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Hampton’s big move to Big South
Breaking up is hard to do. In the midst of a conference transition, Hampton University’s 2018 football schedule bares slim resemblance to those from the previous 100-plus years.
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Community booster Linda D. Myrick dies
Linda Diane Myrick was a vibrant, determined woman who found joy in helping her family and others get the most out of life.
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Guest preacher says he was stiffed by South Side church
The Rev. Ernest Blue Jr. of Richmond is often called to be a guest preacher.
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#MourningWhileBlack
Social media blows up after white priest kicks black family out of funeral
The Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Washington has apologized for a white priest kicking an African-American family out of their loved one’s funeral.
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Personality: Ron J. Melancon
Spotlight on founder of Dangerous Trailers, a safety advocacy organization
Ron J. Melancon is a passionate voice and advocate for safety and saving lives across the United States and in Europe.
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Stephen Silva, former VCU-VUU point guard, dies
Former Virginia Commonwealth University and Virginia Union University basketball point guard Stephen Silva died Tuesday, July 10, 2018, in his hometown of Brooklyn, N.Y.
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A battle supreme
Dems, civil rights groups and others gearing up for confirmation fight over U.S. Supreme Court nominee Judge Brett M. Kavanaugh
To President Trump, he’s “a judge’s judge” and “a brilliant legal mind” who deserves swift confirmation.
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Henrico man awarded patent for golf cart cover
Golf carts have been part of John Houze Jr.’s life for decades.
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Senator questions cuts in schools’ maintenance funds
The leader of a state Senate subcommittee that is taking a look at school building needs across Virginia wants to know whether Richmond’s decision to shrink spending on routine school maintenance by millions of dollars violates a U.S. Supreme Court decision and the state Constitution.
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Sickle cell advocate wins fight for high-dose opioids
George H. Carter appears to have won his fight to ensure that people like himself who suffer from sickle cell disease can get the high dosages of opioids needed to control the excruciating pain.
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Agency questions city’s plan to destroy historic warehouse
The fate of a landmark warehouse in the East End that was supposed to be transformed into Stone Brewing’s destination bistro and beer garden remains in limbo.
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Pulse passenger rates dip after debut
The crush of passengers has disappeared along with the free rides on GRTC’s new Pulse and other buses.
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GRTC updates
GRTC updates: Students’ free rides delayed until September and few riders buy money-saving passes
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Beverly Crawford, who ran law firm with husband, Sa’ad El-Amin, remembered for her passions
Family and friends gathered Saturday, June 30, to celebrate the life of Beverly Diane Crawford, a former attorney and wife of former City Councilman Sa’ad El-Amin.
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Joe Jackson was admired by some, detested by others
When Joe Jackson, the patriarch and architect behind the musical Jackson family dynasty died on June 27, some media organizations focused on the negative stories. However, at least one Richmonder who found his own success in show business, remembers the 89-year-old Mr. Jackson in a more positive light. “Joe Jackson was one of the greatest fathers of all time,” said Steve K. Branch, a former concert promoter and nightclub owner.
