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Hanover County neighbors raise concerns over proposed landfill expansion
‘Prides of March’ protest headed to State Capitol
Public mobility leads way in People’s Budget submissions for city
Mayor Avula announces permanent appointments for city leaders
D.C. begins removing Black Lives Matter Plaza near the White House
Kamala Harris receives prestigious NAACP Chairman’s Award
Apple shareholders reject proposal to scrap company’s diversity programs
NAACP lists companies that dump DEI in its tactical spending guide for Black …
Olympic champions, amateurs flock to Kenya for world-class training
Henrico County native embraces new life in Ghana’s Eastern Region
African Americans turn to Ghana for peace and belonging
Israel and Hamas agree to ceasefire, hostages to be released
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New amphitheater must answer to climate and culture
Clemency for a cop
You can’t steal our Joy
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How Bloody Sunday shocked America into action, by Marc H. Morial
When grandstanding falls flat, by Clarence Page
Pentagon purge targets Tuskegee Airmen photos in DEI crackdown, by Ben Jealous
Roberta Flack’s music and message, by Marc H. Morial
Citizens group calls for halt to Fall Line Trail
Time to recognize Pauli Murray’s legacy in Richmond
Judge recalled as ‘legend’
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Two-day event to bring women together for inspiration, community
Lenten Lunch series to highlight women in faith leadership
Hayes to speak at Richmond Peace Center event
A Black church that now owns Proud Boys logo is using it to …
Roberta Flack, Grammy-winning ‘Killing Me Softly’ singer, dies at 88
Legal trailblazer Willard Douglas Jr. remembered
Ida Cheatham, beloved Maymont figure, dies at 105
Chris Jasper, legendary Isley Brothers member, dies at 73
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Concert honors Sister Rosetta Tharpe at Hippodrome
Outdoor Festivals signal the changing seasons in Richmond
Celebrity guests and activities highlight expanded GalaxyCon
Richmond to host Broadway hits, including ‘The Wiz,’ ‘The Outsiders’
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Patriots make history with dominant A-10 title win
VSU names alumna Tiffani-Dawn Sykes new athletic director
New bill relaxes physician requirements for boxing, wrestling events
Smith qualifies for NCAA Indoor Nationals
Former rivals partner to bring racing back to Southside Speedway
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RVA Fashion Week ends fall showcase, shifts focus to spring events
Pharrell Williams: LEGO documentary captures his essence
Louis Gossett Jr., the first Black man to win a supporting actor Oscar, …
'Architect of rock 'n' roll,' Little Richard, dies at 87
Louis Gossett Jr., the first Black man to win a supporting actor Oscar, …
Hair care products founder Joe Dudley dies
Big 10 football rivalry creates George Jewett Trophy
Olympian and activist Lee Evans, who took iconic stand at 1968 Mexico City …
Hampton University announces new president
Obamas break ground for $830M presidential library
‘Forgotten First:’ A look at four – and more – NFL trailblazers
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Smith qualifies for NCAA Indoor Nationals
Virginia Union University freshman Antonio Smith has qualified for the NCAA Division II Indoor Track and Field Nationals. Smith will …
Celebrity guests and activities highlight expanded GalaxyCon
The line between fantasy and reality blurs later this month when superheroes, villains and beloved characters from across the entertainment …
Outdoor Festivals signal the changing seasons in Richmond
As sure as the temperatures begin to rise, Richmond’s festival season begins, signaling the arrival of spring. The city’s streets …
New bill relaxes physician requirements for boxing, wrestling events
The General Assembly passed a bill making it easier for a physician to serve ringside at certain sporting events, and …
VSU names alumna Tiffani-Dawn Sykes new athletic director
Virginia State University recently named Tiffani-Dawn Sykes as its new associate vice president for intercollegiate athletics, bringing a former Trojan …
Citizens group calls for halt to Fall Line Trail
The Fall Line Trail will be a major construction project and a permanent addition to the city. It should be …