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Supporting Obamacare // Gov. Terry McAuliffe, left, and U.S. Sen. Tim Kaine rally Virginians against Republican plans to repeal the Affordable Care Act, or Obamacare, during an event last Sunday in Capital Square. Nearly 1,000 people attended the event, which was joined by several other state, local and federal elected officials, including Lt. Gov. Ralph S. Northam, Rep. A. Donald McEachin of Richmond and Rep. Robert C. “Bobby” Scott of Newport News. The rally at the Bell Tower was one of dozens held across the United States last weekend to coalesce support for saving the health insurance program. Republicans have made repeal of the Affordable Care Act a priority with the election of President-elect Donald Trump. More than 400,000 Virginians and 20 million Americans have enrolled in health insurance plans since the law was passed in 2010. Sen. Kaine, who ran unsuccessfully as the Democratic vice presidential candidate, is encouraging Virginians to share how the ACA has helped them or a family member, or to offer suggestions for improvement. Stories may be submitted by visiting www.kaine.senate.gov/acastory.

Supporting Obamacare // Gov. Terry McAuliffe, left, and U.S. Sen. Tim Kaine rally Virginians against Republican plans to repeal the Affordable Care Act, or Obamacare, …

Published on January 24, 2017

The yearly event, sponsored by the Baptist Ministers’ Conference of Richmond and Vicinity, is a part of a Richmond tradition celebrating the 1863 Emancipation Proclamation that freed enslaved persons in the Confederate states, including those in Virginia. Richmond was once a major marketplace for the buying and selling of enslaved persons. The speakers and the music moved many in the audience.

The yearly event, sponsored by the Baptist Ministers’ Conference of Richmond and Vicinity, is a part of a Richmond tradition celebrating the 1863 Emancipation Proclamation …

Published on January 6, 2017

Sharing with Soul Santa // Kennedi Ellis, 4, is shy about giving her wish list to Santa during a recent visit to the Black History Museum and Cultural Center of Virginia in Richmond’s Jackson Ward. The museum’s Soul Santa was a hit with the young — and the young at heart — during the museum’s annual holiday open house. Soul Santa made appearances on two consecutive weekends.

Sharing with Soul Santa // Kennedi Ellis, 4, is shy about giving her wish list to Santa during a recent visit to the Black History …

Published on December 23, 2016

Flanked by U.S. Rep. Robert C. “Bobby” Scott, left, and Lt. Gov. Ralph Northam, Anne Holton, wife of Democratic vice presidential candidate Tim Kaine, engages the crowd as she stumps for her husband and presidential nominee Hillary Clinton at Rep. Scott’s Annual Labor Day Cookout. In front, from left, are Delegate Marcia Price of Newport News, Rep. Scott’s niece; state Sen. Mamie Locke of Hampton, chair of the Virginia Legislative Black Caucus; Lisa Lucas-Burke, a candidate for Portsmouth City Council; former Newport News Delegate Flora Crittenden; Newport News Mayor McKinley Price, Rep. Scott’s brother-in-law and the father of Delegate Price; and Chesapeake City Councilwoman Ella P. Ward.

Flanked by U.S. Rep. Robert C. “Bobby” Scott, left, and Lt. Gov. Ralph Northam, Anne Holton, wife of Democratic vice presidential candidate Tim Kaine, engages …

Published on September 9, 2016

Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump, left, is accompanied by Steve Parson of Richmond and Omarosa Manigault, former contestant on “The Apprentice” and director of African-American outreach for the Trump campaign, during his visit last Saturday to an African-American church in Detroit.

Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump, left, is accompanied by Steve Parson of Richmond and Omarosa Manigault, former contestant on “The Apprentice” and director of African-American …

Published on September 9, 2016

Victor “Marka27” Quiñonez adds finishing touches to his new “Givers of the Divine” mural. Location: 6 W. Cary St. in Downtown. From Brooklyn, N.Y., Mr. Quiñonez is among a dozen visiting artists who painted more than 14 murals on buildings during this summer’s Richmond Mural Project, which ended last week.

Victor “Marka27” Quiñonez adds finishing touches to his new “Givers of the Divine” mural. Location: 6 W. Cary St. in Downtown. From Brooklyn, N.Y., Mr. …

Published on July 29, 2016

Linking with Cuba // Gladys Abella, right, with the Martin Luther King Center in Havana, Cuba, is assisted by translator Claudia De La Cruz of the IFCO/Pastors for Peace as she discusses life in Cuba under the U.S. trade and travel embargo. She spoke during a July 7 meeting at Wesley Memorial United Methodist Church in the East End that focused on links between Cuba and Africans. Her visit was organized by the African Awareness Association.

Linking with Cuba // Gladys Abella, right, with the Martin Luther King Center in Havana, Cuba, is assisted by translator Claudia De La Cruz of …

Published on July 22, 2016

Mandela Fellows at VCU // Fifty emerging leaders in the fields of public management, business and entrepreneurship from various African nations pose with Virginia Commonwealth University President Michael Rao and several staff members following an event Monday welcoming them to the Richmond campus. Participants in the Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders will hear from scholars and elected officials and visit local businesses while in residence at VCU through July 31. The group also is scheduled to attend a reception hosted by Gov. Terry McAuliffe and First Lady Dorothy McAuliffe at the Executive Mansion and the annual Independence Day Celebration and Naturalization Ceremony at Monticello. The VCU fellows are part of a larger coalition of 1,000 young leaders being hosted across the nation this summer through the Young African Leaders Initiative and President Obama’s effort to invest in the next generation of global leaders.

Mandela Fellows at VCU // Fifty emerging leaders in the fields of public management, business and entrepreneurship from various African nations pose with Virginia Commonwealth …

Published on June 24, 2016

Cityscape //These scenes show examples of the impact of the June 16 storm that hammered Richmond and Henrico County and knocked out power to nearly 120,000 homes and businesses in the two localities. Left, Laurie Petersen photographs a tree split during the raging winds at Monument and Roseneath avenues in the West End. Right, Brad Spangler takes a closer look at a car crushed under trees felled by the storm that packed 70 mph winds and dropped 1.6 inches of rain. Location: Seminary and Claremont avenues in North Side. Richmond area damage estimates ranged from $2 million to $5 million, including $770,000 in damage to 10 Richmond school buildings. Officials said all but $100,000 of the schools damage would be covered by insurance. Dominion brought in hundreds of workers, who helped restore power by late Monday. Fifty crews from the City of Richmond, meanwhile, cleared fallen trees blocking 156 streets and removed 700 tons of tree debris through Tuesday. As of Tuesday night, Byrd Park, Battery Park Pool and Bryan Park had yet to reopen. The city and Henrico County are offering to haul away tree limbs from residents’ property. In the city, residents can place limbs and brush near the curb or alley for pickup. County residents must register for service at (804) 501-4275 or online at www.henrico.us/services/storm-debris-pickup. The county’s deadline to sign up is Friday, June 24.     

Cityscape //These scenes show examples of the impact of the June 16 storm that hammered Richmond and Henrico County and knocked out power to nearly …

Published on June 24, 2016

Rep. Katherine Clark of Massachusetts tweeted a photo from the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives on Wednesday showing the sit-in demanding common sense gun control legislation to keep suspected terrorists from buying guns and tightening background checks. Sitting on the floor in the center is Rep. John Lewis of Georgia, who led the historic action.

Rep. Katherine Clark of Massachusetts tweeted a photo from the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives on Wednesday showing the sit-in demanding common sense …

Published on June 24, 2016

Janis Jones, right, and Mary Beth Joyner, librarians at the former Byrd Middle School, ask Henrico School Board members to change the school’s name on the county’s website and other online materials.

Janis Jones, right, and Mary Beth Joyner, librarians at the former Byrd Middle School, ask Henrico School Board members to change the school’s name on …

Published on May 5, 2016

President Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama hold hands Sunday as they walk through the rain to the motorcade after touring Old Havana, Cuba. President Obama, who met with Cuban President Raul Castro and other officials, is the first sitting U.S. president in 88 years to visit the island nation after diplomatic relations were restored on July 20, 2015.

President Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama hold hands Sunday as they walk through the rain to the motorcade after touring Old Havana, Cuba. President …

Published on March 24, 2016

Malia and Sasha Obama turned the Cross Hall portico into a fashion catwalk — making a splash in designer gowns at their first state dinner. The First Family welcomed Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and his wife, Sophie Grégoire Trudeau, to the White House. It was the first U.S. visit for a Canadian prime minister in nearly two decades.

Malia and Sasha Obama turned the Cross Hall portico into a fashion catwalk — making a splash in designer gowns at their first state dinner. …

Published on March 17, 2016

Let Freedom Ring // Church member Liz Montgomery, left, of Williamsburg, Congressman Robert C. “Bobby” Scott and entertainer Dionne Warwick, right, leave the church after the ceremony. People interested in ringing the bell during February can register online at www.letfreedomringchallenge.org.

Let Freedom Ring // Church member Liz Montgomery, left, of Williamsburg, Congressman Robert C. “Bobby” Scott and entertainer Dionne Warwick, right, leave the church after …

Published on February 5, 2016

The newly restored bell at historic First Baptist Church of Williamsburg can be rung throughout Black History Month by people who register online at www.letfreedomringchallenge.org.

The newly restored bell at historic First Baptist Church of Williamsburg can be rung throughout Black History Month by people who register online at www.letfreedomringchallenge.org.

Published on January 29, 2016

Va. Legislative Black Caucus reception at VMFA // Members of the Virginia Legislative Black Caucus gathered Monday for their annual reception before the start of the 2016 General Assembly session. Other elected officials, corporate and educational leaders attended the event at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts. The 18-member caucus formally announced its legislative agenda Wednesday at a news conference. Above, Caucus members joined Gov. Terry McAuliffe and Virginia’s top elected officials for a photograph. From left, they are Delegate Jeion Ward of Hampton, Sen. Kenneth Alexander of Norfolk, Delegate Jennifer L. McClellan of Richmond, Sen. A. Donald McEachin of Henrico County, Delegate Charniele Herring of Alexandria, Delegate Lionel Spruill Sr. of Chesapeake, Gov. McAuliffe, Sen. Mamie Locke of Hampton, Sen. Dance of Petersburg, Lt. Gov. Ralph Northam, Delegate Daun Hester of Norfolk, Delegate Lamont Bagby of Henrico, Sen. Louise Lucas of Portsmouth, Attorney General Mark R. Herring, Delegate Marcia Price of Newport News, Delegate Lashrecse Aird of Petersburg, Delegate Sam Rasoul of Roanoke and Delegate Joseph Lindsey of Norfolk. Caucus members not pictured are Delegate Luke Torian of Prince William County, Delegate Matthew James of Portsmouth and Delegate Delores McQuinn of Richmond.

Va. Legislative Black Caucus reception at VMFA // Members of the Virginia Legislative Black Caucus gathered Monday for their annual reception before the start of …

Published on January 15, 2016

Children in the Central African Republic await the visit Monday of Pope Francis at a stadium in the capital, Bangui, where the pope led a Mass for thousands of people.

Children in the Central African Republic await the visit Monday of Pope Francis at a stadium in the capital, Bangui, where the pope led a …

Published on December 5, 2015

A youngster holds a prayer card from Pope Francis during a special Mass at a Roman Catholic parish in Kangemi, a slum in Nairobi, Kenya, that is home to 650,000 people. The pope will meet slum dwellers and refugees during his five-day visit beginning Nov. 25 to Kenya, Uganda and Central African Republic.

A youngster holds a prayer card from Pope Francis during a special Mass at a Roman Catholic parish in Kangemi, a slum in Nairobi, Kenya, …

Published on November 25, 2015

Gospel music icon Dr. Bobby Jones, whose popular TV show “Bobby Jones Gospel” is in its 35th and final season on BET, shares a laugh with Barksdale “Barky” Haggins during a 2011 visit to Barky’s Spiritual Stores on Broad Street in Downtown.

Gospel music icon Dr. Bobby Jones, whose popular TV show “Bobby Jones Gospel” is in its 35th and final season on BET, shares a laugh …

Published on November 6, 2015

Million Man March 20 years later - Throngs of people from across the nation flooded the National Mall in Washington for the Justice Or Else rally marking the 20th anniversary of the Million Man March. People of all ages, ethnicities, faiths and backgrounds were drawn to the capital for the event initiated by Nation of Islam leader Minister Louis Farrakhan. A number of speakers and activists addressed participants, calling for changes in the conditions that oppress African-Americans and other marginalized people. Coverage, B3. By Jeremy M. Lazarus Charlene C. Harris hoped to live out her years at 1600 Colorado Ave., the single- family brick cottage that she and her family have called home for 47 years. But now the retired 68-year- old state employee is being told she must either purchase the two-bedroom home from her landlord, the Richmond Redevelopment and Housing Authority, or face moving. “It’s a terrible situation,” she said. “RRHA has told me I have to put up $500 to begin the process and to get a mortgage by December. Otherwise, I would have to accept relocation.” Like other public housing tenants of such homes, she feels caught in a Catch-22. Until she puts up the $500, RRHA won’t provide an appraisal that would let her know what the sales price would be so she could figure out if she could afford Sandra Sellars/Richmond Free Press Charlene C. Harris stands in front of her two-bedroom home in the West End. She has been told to buy it or face having to move. Location: 1600 Colorado Ave. RRHA residents in ‘buy or move’ spot the house on her fixed income of about $1,500 a month. It is an ironic twist that RRHA is now marking its 75th

Million Man March 20 years later - Throngs of people from across the nation flooded the National Mall in Washington for the Justice Or Else …

Published on October 16, 2015