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Bowie State University’s Yohance Fleming goes up for a basket against Virginia Union University’s Tavon Mealy, left, during last Thursday’s quarterfinal game at the CIAA Tournament. Bowie State knocked VUU out of the tournament, defeating the Panthers 84-78. The Bulldogs went on to win the tournament 62-54 over Fayetteville State University.

Bowie State University’s Yohance Fleming goes up for a basket against Virginia Union University’s Tavon Mealy, left, during last Thursday’s quarterfinal game at the CIAA …

Published on March 4, 2017

The Virginia State University Trojans show off their trophy following their 74-59 win over Virginia Union University in last Sunday’s Freedom Classic at the Richmond Coliseum. Holding the trophy are, from left, Richmond Mayor Levar M. Stoney, VSU basketball Coach Lonnie Blow and VSU President Makola M. Abdullah.

The Virginia State University Trojans show off their trophy following their 74-59 win over Virginia Union University in last Sunday’s Freedom Classic at the Richmond …

Published on January 20, 2017

With 2:28 left on the clock, Highland Springs High School freshman Dre’Shawn Taylor stretches the ball across the goal line to give the Springers a 28-18 victory last Saturday over Nansemond River High School of Suffolk in the state 5A semifinals. The Springers will play Tuscarora High School of Leesburg on Saturday, Dec. 9, for the state title.

With 2:28 left on the clock, Highland Springs High School freshman Dre’Shawn Taylor stretches the ball across the goal line to give the Springers a …

Published on December 8, 2017

Participants in the Spelman College 136th commencement celebrate in College Park, Ga., in May 2023. Historically Black colleges and universities, which had seen giving from foundations decline in recent decades, have seen an increase in gifts —- particularly from corporations and corporate foundations over the past several years.

Participants in the Spelman College 136th commencement celebrate in College Park, Ga., in May 2023. Historically Black colleges and universities, which had seen giving from …

Published on January 25, 2024

Justin Pearson celebrates Wednesday with supporters after being reinstated to the Tennessee House of Representatives by the Shelby County Board of Commissioners in Memphis, Tenn. Republicans expelled Rep. Pearson and Rep. Justin Jones last week over their role in a gun control protest on the House floor after a Nashville school shooting left three children and three adults dead.

Justin Pearson celebrates Wednesday with supporters after being reinstated to the Tennessee House of Representatives by the Shelby County Board of Commissioners in Memphis, Tenn. …

Published on April 13, 2023

Sam Collins III, left, and others celebrate at the Juneteenth historical marker on June 17, 2021, in Galveston, Texas, after President Biden signed the Juneteenth National Independence Day Act into law. Communities all over the country will be marking Juneteenth, the day that enslaved Black Americans learned they were free. Yet, the U.S. government was slow to embrace the holiday.

Sam Collins III, left, and others celebrate at the Juneteenth historical marker on June 17, 2021, in Galveston, Texas, after President Biden signed the Juneteenth …

Published on June 15, 2023

Mr. Virginia State University, Christopher Lawrence, and Miss Virginia State University, Aliya Mayers, wave to the crowd during the game, which drew 3,409 people. VSU won 39-23 over Bluefield State, leaving the Trojans 7-0 overall and atop the CIAA North with a 5-0 record.

Mr. Virginia State University, Christopher Lawrence, and Miss Virginia State University, Aliya Mayers, wave to the crowd during the game, which drew 3,409 people. VSU …

Published on October 19, 2023

Shawn Dowdy, No. 12, looks for another receiver as VUU linemen block a Siena Heights rusher. Dowdy threw for 248 yards and a touchdown in leading the Panthers to a 12-0 victory over the visitors, the Panthers’ first shutout since 2011. The VUU defense recorded three interceptions and a safety. Next up: University of Charleston 1 p.m. Saturday at Hovey Field.

Shawn Dowdy, No. 12, looks for another receiver as VUU linemen block a Siena Heights rusher. Dowdy threw for 248 yards and a touchdown in …

Published on September 16, 2014

Virginia Commonwealth University basketball star Briante Weber, who suffered a season-ending knee injury in January, cuts down the net as the Rams celebrate their Atlantic 10 Conference Tournament title after Sunday’s 71-65 win over University of Dayton in New York. Winning the title gives the Rams an automatic berth in the NCAA Tournament.

Virginia Commonwealth University basketball star Briante Weber, who suffered a season-ending knee injury in January, cuts down the net as the Rams celebrate their Atlantic …

Published on March 19, 2015

Work is underway to reopen Broad Street in Downtown now that the bike races are over. On Tuesday, a crew was still busy dismantling the stands and barriers for spectators that were in place during the UCI Road World Championships that ended Sunday. Officials anticipate traffic will be moving again on Broad between 3rd and 7th streets this week. This portion of the street has been closed since Sept. 11.

Work is underway to reopen Broad Street in Downtown now that the bike races are over. On Tuesday, a crew was still busy dismantling the …

Published on October 2, 2015

Yellow tape now blocks the granite steps leading into the Richmond Public Library’s Main Branch in Downtown. Over the years, winter’s cold has cracked the steps, making them dangerous, according to Clay Dishon, interim library director. The city Department of Public Works is planning needed repairs so patrons can once again use the stairway at 101 E. Franklin St.

Yellow tape now blocks the granite steps leading into the Richmond Public Library’s Main Branch in Downtown. Over the years, winter’s cold has cracked the …

Published on April 8, 2016

University of Virginia Cavaliers players celebrate their first NCAA Tournament championship win Monday night with Coach Tony Bennett, third from right, on the podium at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis. The team’s 85-77 victory over Texas Tech came during overtime. It was the first overtime victory in the tournament since 2008 and the eighth in tournament history.

University of Virginia Cavaliers players celebrate their first NCAA Tournament championship win Monday night with Coach Tony Bennett, third from right, on the podium at …

Published on April 12, 2019

Mansa Makamu, 7, pretends to zoom in a model 1960 Cadillac in his mother’s natural hair salon on 2nd Street in Jackson Ward. His mother, Ife Robinson, still comes to the shop daily to consult with clients about natural hair care over the phone. She and others in the salon business generally are not seeing clients to help prevent the spread of coronavirus.

Mansa Makamu, 7, pretends to zoom in a model 1960 Cadillac in his mother’s natural hair salon on 2nd Street in Jackson Ward. His mother, …

Published on April 9, 2020

As champion of the Atlantic 10 tournament last weekend at the Henrico Sports & Events Center, UR will be competing in the NCAA “Big Dance” next week. Grace Townsend, right, a senior point guard from James River High in Midlothian, had 13 points, six rebounds and five assists as UR scored a 65-51 win over Rhode Island.

As champion of the Atlantic 10 tournament last weekend at the Henrico Sports & Events Center, UR will be competing in the NCAA “Big Dance” …

Published on March 14, 2024

A representative of Virginia’s Indian Tribes performs a blessing over newly inaugurated Gov. Glenn A. Youngkin following his inaugural address. Members of several tribes took part in the Blessing of the Ground in front of the State Capitol, which has become a traditional part of the state’s inaugural ceremonies. At right are Attorney General Jason Miyares and his wife, Page Atkinson Miyares.

A representative of Virginia’s Indian Tribes performs a blessing over newly inaugurated Gov. Glenn A. Youngkin following his inaugural address. Members of several tribes took …

Published on January 20, 2022

The 40-foot pedestal where the enormous bronze statue of Confederate Robert E. Lee on horseback once stood on Monument Avenue was finally cleared away Wednesday afternoon by crews working for 14 days. The Lee statue was removed in September. The site is to be cleaned and the ground leveled. The state is expected to turn ownership of the land over to the City of Richmond after Christmas.

The 40-foot pedestal where the enormous bronze statue of Confederate Robert E. Lee on horseback once stood on Monument Avenue was finally cleared away Wednesday …

Published on December 23, 2021

Calliope Snead, 5, of Church Hill, shows no fear as she looks over her shoulder for her mom, Tiffany Snead, cheering her on as she masterfully places her feet on the wedges as she climbs The Wall, a new attraction this year at the Robinson Theater’s Annual Block Party Friday, June 9, at 2903 Q St. in Richmond’s Church Hill.

Calliope Snead, 5, of Church Hill, shows no fear as she looks over her shoulder for her mom, Tiffany Snead, cheering her on as she …

Published on June 15, 2023

Sandra Sellars/Richmond Free Press // Tracy Sears, a local CBS news anchor, prepares to rappel 25 stories to the ground during the “Over the Top” fundraiser for Special Olympics Virginia last Friday. Location: SunTrust Center, 919 E. Main St., in Downtown. Each person who took the plunge had to raise $1,000 to participate in the adventure. This was the eighth and final edition of this daredevil event.

Sandra Sellars/Richmond Free Press // Tracy Sears, a local CBS news anchor, prepares to rappel 25 stories to the ground during the “Over the Top” …

Published on October 22, 2016

Reconciliation rally // Richmond Mayor Levar M. Stoney addresses a crowd of hundreds Sunday during a solidarity rally at Richmond’s Slavery Reconciliation Statue at 15th and Main streets in Shockoe Bottom. Participants at the hour long vigil remembered the victims of the weekend’s violent clashes in Charlottesville over that city’s planned removal of Confederate statues. They also prayed for President Trump and direction in the ongoing battle against racism and hatred.

Reconciliation rally // Richmond Mayor Levar M. Stoney addresses a crowd of hundreds Sunday during a solidarity rally at Richmond’s Slavery Reconciliation Statue at 15th …

Published on August 18, 2017

In 2018 in Virginia, 278 people were killed in alcohol-related crashes and more than 4,400 people were injured, according to MADD. Fatalities were up 12 percent over 2017, according to the organization’s data. Victims’ names were read as candles were lighted Monday night. The organization hopes the event will bring healing to families and motivation to curb impaired driving.

In 2018 in Virginia, 278 people were killed in alcohol-related crashes and more than 4,400 people were injured, according to MADD. Fatalities were up 12 …

Published on November 22, 2019