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Jessica Brisco stands to be recognized as the top fall graduate at Virginia State University dur- ing fall commencement exercises last Saturday at the university’s Multi-Purpose Center. Ms. Brisco, who earned a 4.0 GPA, received a bachelor’s in information logistics technology. She was among 304 students who received their degrees during the ceremony.

Jessica Brisco stands to be recognized as the top fall graduate at Virginia State University dur- ing fall commencement exercises last Saturday at the university’s …

Published on December 20, 2019

The Rev. Morris R. Gant Jr. and his wife, Lynda, share a moment as he continues his recovery from the devastating effects of COVID-19. She never gave up hope that he would return home and led prayer circles in efforts to aid his recovery while he was hospitalized.

The Rev. Morris R. Gant Jr. and his wife, Lynda, share a moment as he continues his recovery from the devastating effects of COVID-19. She …

Published on November 12, 2020

Mitch Jackson, right, narrowly misses being tagged out by Deyshaun Miles as he comes into third base during the Metropolitan Junior Baseball League All-Star Game last Saturday.

Mitch Jackson, right, narrowly misses being tagged out by Deyshaun Miles as he comes into third base during the Metropolitan Junior Baseball League All-Star Game …

Published on August 19, 2018

Students perform at Henderson Middle School’s 2018 NextUp Showcase, a spring celebration that has been on hold since the COVID-19 pandemic. NextUp plans to continue the showcase in the coming school year.

Students perform at Henderson Middle School’s 2018 NextUp Showcase, a spring celebration that has been on hold since the COVID-19 pandemic. NextUp plans to continue …

Published on July 28, 2022

Major accomplishment Richmond Police Maj. Sybil El-Amin Jones is pinned by her father, Bilal El-Amin, during the city police department’s promotion ceremony Nov. 16 at the training academy. Seventeen officers were promoted during the ceremony, with Maj. El-Amin attaining the highest rank. She is the second African-American female major in the department’s history.

Major accomplishment Richmond Police Maj. Sybil El-Amin Jones is pinned by her father, Bilal El-Amin, during the city police department’s promotion ceremony Nov. 16 at …

Published on November 24, 2017

This undated family photo shows Emmett Till with his mother, Mamie Till Mobley, in Chicago before his lynching in 1955 in Money, Miss., for supposedly making sexual advances toward Carolyn Donham, left, in a 1955 photo. She now admits her lies led to the brutal murder of the 14-year-old.

This undated family photo shows Emmett Till with his mother, Mamie Till Mobley, in Chicago before his lynching in 1955 in Money, Miss., for supposedly …

Published on February 10, 2017

Huguenot High School teacher Catrina Cheeks happily fills her shopping cart with school supplies Wednesday at a Walmart store in South Side. She was among an estimated 200 teachers from Huguenot, Elkhardt-Thompson Middle and Westover Hills Elementary schools surprised with a $200 shopping spree at the Sheila Lane store.

Huguenot High School teacher Catrina Cheeks happily fills her shopping cart with school supplies Wednesday at a Walmart store in South Side. She was among …

Published on August 30, 2018

Towanda C. Lee of Mechanicsville cries as she and her brother, Damon R. Charity, right, receive the Congressional Gold Medal for their father, the late Sgt. Herman Russell Charity Sr., who was one of the nation’s Montford Point Marines. Retired Master Sgt. Forest E. Spencer Jr., left, presented the award.

Towanda C. Lee of Mechanicsville cries as she and her brother, Damon R. Charity, right, receive the Congressional Gold Medal for their father, the late …

Published on November 2, 2018

Dr. Stephanie A. Spera, center, shows off the drone she and a four-person research team that included Dr. Ryan K. Smith, left, and Elizabeth A. Zizzamia used, along with hydrology mapping, to locate possible gravesites that were unmarked in East End Cemetery. An article about the team’s investigative method was published in the International Journal of Historical Archaeology.

Dr. Stephanie A. Spera, center, shows off the drone she and a four-person research team that included Dr. Ryan K. Smith, left, and Elizabeth A. …

Published on February 24, 2022

Lt. Gov-elect Winsome E. Sears waves to the Republican crowd as she prepares to deliver her victory speech at the post-election party in Chantilly. behind her is her husband, Terence. Mrs. Sears defeated Democratic Delegate Hala Ayala to become the first woman to win election to the state’s No. 2 post.

Lt. Gov-elect Winsome E. Sears waves to the Republican crowd as she prepares to deliver her victory speech at the post-election party in Chantilly. behind …

Published on November 4, 2021

Professional runner Keira D’Amato, 38, won the women’s division in the Ukrop’s Monument Avenue 10K on April 22 with a time of 32:47. In January 2022, the Midlothian mother broke the American women’s marathon world record in Houston with a time of 2:19:12. A month later, she placed eighth in the world running with Team USA in Oregon.

Professional runner Keira D’Amato, 38, won the women’s division in the Ukrop’s Monument Avenue 10K on April 22 with a time of 32:47. In January …

Published on April 27, 2023

Bobbie Boyd talks Aug. 9about this summer’s heat in her apartment that she shares with her 15-year-old grandson, Jeremiah Williams, in Fayetteville, Ark. On a fixed income, Ms. Boyd sacrifices meals, health care, and car insurance among other necessities, to pay rent and keep cool in the midst of this summer’s prolonged heat waves.

Bobbie Boyd talks Aug. 9about this summer’s heat in her apartment that she shares with her 15-year-old grandson, Jeremiah Williams, in Fayetteville, Ark. On a …

Published on August 10, 2023

In the spirit of the ancestors // Lifting up the spirit of those who have come before, right, Janine Bell, executive director of the Elegba Folklore Society, opens the annual Juneteenth celebration last weekend marking African-American liberation from slavery.

In the spirit of the ancestors // Lifting up the spirit of those who have come before, right, Janine Bell, executive director of the Elegba …

Published on June 24, 2016

Richmond’s skyline comes to life during the holiday season, with the glow of lights embracing Downtown and the riverfront. The seasonal lighting officially got underway Dec. 4, with RVA Illuminates. This photograph of the Downtown skyline was taken from Brown’s Island.

Richmond’s skyline comes to life during the holiday season, with the glow of lights embracing Downtown and the riverfront. The seasonal lighting officially got underway …

Published on January 7, 2021

Pope Francis, right, receives a presidential welcome as he arrives Tuesday at Joint Base Andrews outside Washington. President Obama, First Lady Michelle Obama, and their daughters, Sasha and Malia, applaud as the pontiff comes down the steps.

Pope Francis, right, receives a presidential welcome as he arrives Tuesday at Joint Base Andrews outside Washington. President Obama, First Lady Michelle Obama, and their …

Published on September 25, 2015

Runners from Virginia Union University’s men’s team, above, join in the dash from the start line at the Panther Classic cross-country meet Oct. 9 at Richmond’s Bryan Park. VUU runners won first and second place. In the women’s meet, Hampton University’s Ce’aira Brown, below, leads a long line of runners as she heads to a first-place finish.

Runners from Virginia Union University’s men’s team, above, join in the dash from the start line at the Panther Classic cross-country meet Oct. 9 at …

Published on October 16, 2015

Pamela K. El, executive vice president and chief marketing officer for the National Basketball Association, regales and inspires Virginia Commonwealth University graduates and their families during commencement exercises last Saturday. Ms. El, a VCU alumna, graduated in 1983. She also received an honorary degree during the ceremony at the Richmond Coliseum in Downtown. More than 5,000 students earned degrees.

Pamela K. El, executive vice president and chief marketing officer for the National Basketball Association, regales and inspires Virginia Commonwealth University graduates and their families …

Published on May 20, 2016

Alajah Johnson, front, holds her nose while she is baptized by David Lowe, and Kijah Powers gets ready for her baptism with Spencer Spinner. The two were among 29 people baptized last Saturday during the Jehovah’s Witnesses convention at the Richmond Coliseum in Downtown. It was the first of a series of three-day weekend conventions by the denomination. The series concludes Aug. 4 through 6.

Alajah Johnson, front, holds her nose while she is baptized by David Lowe, and Kijah Powers gets ready for her baptism with Spencer Spinner. The …

Published on June 30, 2017

Left, Rihanna sets off cameras with her glittering outfit and matching miter at the Met Gala benefit on May 7 in New York City celebrating the opening of the exhibition, Heavenly Bodies: Fashion and the Catholic Imagination. Right, a pregnant Cardi B shows off her baby bump as she enters the benefit gala dressed as a madonna.

Left, Rihanna sets off cameras with her glittering outfit and matching miter at the Met Gala benefit on May 7 in New York City celebrating …

Published on May 21, 2018

Kiwana Yates, the ousted principal of Carver Elementary School, sheds a tear during a March 2015 school assembly for winning a R.E.B. Award for Distinguished Educational Leadership. The award, given in partnership with The Community Foundation, came with a $15,000 prize. Half was for her personal use. The other half, she said at the time, would be used for educational field trips.

Kiwana Yates, the ousted principal of Carver Elementary School, sheds a tear during a March 2015 school assembly for winning a R.E.B. Award for Distinguished …

Published on August 2, 2018