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Virginia State Police plan to announce that deceased Northern Neck man Alan W. Wilmer Sr. is connected to a fourth homicide from the 1980s, based on forensic evidence.
Police to link deceased Virginia man to fourth unsolved murder
Virginia State Police plan to announce that deceased Northern Neck man Alan W. Wilmer Sr. is connected to a fourth homicide from the 1980s, based on forensic evidence.
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November 14, 2025 at 4:28 AM
Virginia State Police plan to announce that deceased Northern Neck man Alan W. Wilmer Sr. is connected to a fourth homicide from the 1980s, based on forensic evidence.
A shelter-in-place advisory has been lifted after a shooting near the University of Mary Washington Thursday night.
2 injured in shooting near University of Mary Washington, Crime Insider sources say
A shelter-in-place advisory has been lifted after a shooting near the University of Mary Washington Thursday night.
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November 14, 2025 at 4:03 AM
A shelter-in-place advisory has been lifted after a shooting near the University of Mary Washington Thursday night.
Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin penned a letter Thursday criticizing Governor-elect Abigail Spanberger's request that the University of Virginia delay naming a new president until she takes office.
Youngkin criticizes Spanberger's request to delay UVA presidential search until her term begins
Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin penned a letter Thursday criticizing Governor-elect Abigail Spanberger's request that the University of Virginia delay naming a new president until she takes office.
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November 14, 2025 at 3:28 AM
Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin penned a letter Thursday criticizing Governor-elect Abigail Spanberger's request that the University of Virginia delay naming a new president until she takes office.
A 9-year-old girl's world was shattered 32 years ago Thursday when her mother, 29-year-old Donna Barnes, was gunned down in a drive-by shooting in a South Richmond parking lot.
Family seeks justice 32 years after mother shot in South Richmond parking lot
A 9-year-old girl's world was shattered 32 years ago Thursday when her mother, 29-year-old Donna Barnes, was gunned down in a drive-by shooting in a South Richmond parking lot.
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November 14, 2025 at 2:53 AM
A 9-year-old girl's world was shattered 32 years ago Thursday when her mother, 29-year-old Donna Barnes, was gunned down in a drive-by shooting in a South Richmond parking lot.
Henrico County sues Virginia Racing Commission over Churchill Downs' Roseshire gaming facility, claiming violation of state law.
Henrico County sues state over Churchill Downs gaming license
Henrico County sues Virginia Racing Commission over Churchill Downs' Roseshire gaming facility, claiming violation of state law.
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November 13, 2025 at 11:02 PM
Henrico County sues Virginia Racing Commission over Churchill Downs' Roseshire gaming facility, claiming violation of state law.
To care for those who may need a little extra love this holiday season, three local nonprofits have partnered to host a Thanksgiving feast open to anyone.
Three Richmond nonprofits partner for free Thanksgiving feast open to anyone in need
To care for those who may need a little extra love this holiday season, three local nonprofits have partnered to host a Thanksgiving feast open to anyone.
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November 13, 2025 at 10:27 PM
To care for those who may need a little extra love this holiday season, three local nonprofits have partnered to host a Thanksgiving feast open to anyone.
And Dim Sum, a two-year-old Richmond restaurant located just off Broad Street near the Maggie Walker Memorial in Richmond's Arts District will close for good after dinner service Saturday.
Richmond restaurant And Dim Sum is closing for good. The owners explain why.
And Dim Sum, a two-year-old Richmond restaurant located just off Broad Street near the Maggie Walker Memorial in Richmond's Arts District will close for good after dinner service Saturday.
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November 13, 2025 at 8:57 PM
And Dim Sum, a two-year-old Richmond restaurant located just off Broad Street near the Maggie Walker Memorial in Richmond's Arts District will close for good after dinner service Saturday.
A Disputanta woman says she walked into a local hospital for help with a collapsed breast implant, but ended up undergoing a surgery she claims was unnecessary and has been life altering.
Woman claims Virginia breast surgeon performed 'unnecessary' surgery. Files $25 million lawsuit.
A Disputanta woman says she walked into a local hospital for help with a collapsed breast implant, but ended up undergoing a surgery she claims was unnecessary and has been life altering.
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November 13, 2025 at 8:26 PM
A Disputanta woman says she walked into a local hospital for help with a collapsed breast implant, but ended up undergoing a surgery she claims was unnecessary and has been life altering.
A wreck involving a tractor-trailer has backed up traffic for miles along Interstate 95 south heading into Richmond on Thursday afternoon.
Semi wreck backs up traffic on I-95 south heading into Richmond
A wreck involving a tractor-trailer has backed up traffic for miles along Interstate 95 south heading into Richmond on Thursday afternoon.
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November 13, 2025 at 6:31 PM
A wreck involving a tractor-trailer has backed up traffic for miles along Interstate 95 south heading into Richmond on Thursday afternoon.
Hundreds of thousands of Virginians impacted by the pausing of SNAP benefits during the government shutdown received partial payments early Thursday morning, according to the governor's office.
Virginia SNAP recipients receive partial benefits after government shutdown ends
Hundreds of thousands of Virginians impacted by the pausing of SNAP benefits during the government shutdown received partial payments early Thursday morning, according to the governor's office.
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November 13, 2025 at 5:46 PM
Hundreds of thousands of Virginians impacted by the pausing of SNAP benefits during the government shutdown received partial payments early Thursday morning, according to the governor's office.
An employee of Colonial Heights Animal Control and Shelter is charged with animal cruelty in Sussex County.
Colonial Heights Animal Control services supervisor charged with animal cruelty in Sussex County
An employee of Colonial Heights Animal Control and Shelter is charged with animal cruelty in Sussex County.
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November 13, 2025 at 5:21 PM
An employee of Colonial Heights Animal Control and Shelter is charged with animal cruelty in Sussex County.
Charles Scott threw two TD passes and Huguenot's defense held their ninth straight opponent to single digits in their ninth straight win overall.
#4 Huguenot defeats #3 Manchester 27-7 for 9th straight win
Charles Scott threw two TD passes and Huguenot's defense held their ninth straight opponent to single digits in their ninth straight win overall.
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November 13, 2025 at 4:45 PM
Charles Scott threw two TD passes and Huguenot's defense held their ninth straight opponent to single digits in their ninth straight win overall.
Henrico County is reigniting talks with both Powhatan and Cumberland counties on a 2011 proposal that would allow Henrico to sell other localities water.
Henrico to consider selling county water to Powhatan, Cumberland counties
Henrico County is reigniting talks with both Powhatan and Cumberland counties on a 2011 proposal that would allow Henrico to sell other localities water.
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November 13, 2025 at 3:20 PM
Henrico County is reigniting talks with both Powhatan and Cumberland counties on a 2011 proposal that would allow Henrico to sell other localities water.
Skies will become mostly sunny and breezy today with highs in the lower 60s. Tonight will be mainly clear with lows in the low to mid 30s.
Sunny skies and breezy conditions Thursday with highs the 60s
Skies will become mostly sunny and breezy today with highs in the lower 60s. Tonight will be mainly clear with lows in the low to mid 30s.
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November 13, 2025 at 2:35 PM
Skies will become mostly sunny and breezy today with highs in the lower 60s. Tonight will be mainly clear with lows in the low to mid 30s.
The property is owned by Aramin Real Estate LLC, an entity tied to Richmonder Ihab Aramin, who could not be reached by press time.
Richmond developer wants to build 24 townhomes across from Willow Oaks Country Club
The property is owned by Aramin Real Estate LLC, an entity tied to Richmonder Ihab Aramin, who could not be reached by press time.
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November 13, 2025 at 12:29 PM
The property is owned by Aramin Real Estate LLC, an entity tied to Richmonder Ihab Aramin, who could not be reached by press time.
President Donald Trump on Wednesday night signed a spending bill that reopens the federal government after the longest shutdown in its history.
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Story ➡ https://www.wtvr.com/politics/congress/house-approves-spending-bill-to-reopen-government-moving-a-step-closer-to-ending-shutdown
November 13, 2025 at 4:21 AM
President Donald Trump on Wednesday night signed a spending bill that reopens the federal government after the longest shutdown in its history.
Story ➡ https://www.wtvr.com/politics/congress/house-approves-spending-bill-to-reopen-government-moving-a-step-closer-to-ending-shutdown
Story ➡ https://www.wtvr.com/politics/congress/house-approves-spending-bill-to-reopen-government-moving-a-step-closer-to-ending-shutdown
The Virginia DMV is launching a mobile ID program, the first of its kind to be accepted at the DMV, by law enforcement — specifically Virginia State Police — and at select ABC stores.
Virginia DMV launches mobile ID
The Virginia DMV is launching a mobile ID program, the first of its kind to be accepted at the DMV, by law enforcement — specifically Virginia State Police — and at select ABC stores.
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November 13, 2025 at 2:52 AM
The Virginia DMV is launching a mobile ID program, the first of its kind to be accepted at the DMV, by law enforcement — specifically Virginia State Police — and at select ABC stores.
At just 13 years old, Mia Benavidez has already made a lasting impact on her community through three years of dedicated volunteer work at the Colonial Heights Food Pantry.
13-year-old Chesterfield girl honored with humanitarian award
At just 13 years old, Mia Benavidez has already made a lasting impact on her community through three years of dedicated volunteer work at the Colonial Heights Food Pantry.
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November 13, 2025 at 2:27 AM
At just 13 years old, Mia Benavidez has already made a lasting impact on her community through three years of dedicated volunteer work at the Colonial Heights Food Pantry.
Gov. Youngkin announced that Virginia will suspend its emergency food benefits program as the state prepares to transition back to federal SNAP benefits.
Governor Youngkin confirms suspension of Virginia emergency food program as federal SNAP benefits resume
Gov. Youngkin announced that Virginia will suspend its emergency food benefits program as the state prepares to transition back to federal SNAP benefits.
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November 12, 2025 at 11:51 PM
Gov. Youngkin announced that Virginia will suspend its emergency food benefits program as the state prepares to transition back to federal SNAP benefits.
Richmond woman Christina Mayhugh is turning 50 on Saturday and she's celebrating in a way that only 1% of the population does: by running her first marathon.
Richmond woman turns 50 this weekend. She's celebrating by running her first marathon.
Richmond woman Christina Mayhugh is turning 50 on Saturday and she's celebrating in a way that only 1% of the population does: by running her first marathon.
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November 12, 2025 at 11:26 PM
Richmond woman Christina Mayhugh is turning 50 on Saturday and she's celebrating in a way that only 1% of the population does: by running her first marathon.
A Richmond nonprofit is distributing 500,000 diapers to food banks across Virginia to help families struggling during the federal government shutdown, which is set to end Wednesday.
Richmond nonprofit distributes 500,000 diapers to families affected by government shutdown
A Richmond nonprofit is distributing 500,000 diapers to food banks across Virginia to help families struggling during the federal government shutdown, which is set to end Wednesday.
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November 12, 2025 at 11:01 PM
A Richmond nonprofit is distributing 500,000 diapers to food banks across Virginia to help families struggling during the federal government shutdown, which is set to end Wednesday.
VDH officials said it should "not be an issue anymore" to utilize funding meant for nursing home oversight after the agency did not use millions of dollars that could've been spent on those efforts.
VDH responds to CBS 6 report revealing unused funds meant for nursing home oversight: 'Shouldn't be an issue'
VDH officials said it should "not be an issue anymore" to utilize funding meant for nursing home oversight after the agency did not use millions of dollars that could've been spent on those efforts.
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November 12, 2025 at 10:36 PM
VDH officials said it should "not be an issue anymore" to utilize funding meant for nursing home oversight after the agency did not use millions of dollars that could've been spent on those efforts.
A North Chesterfield man was killed when his motorcycle collided with an SUV in Richmond on Tuesday afternoon, according to the Richmond Police Department.
Man killed in crash involving motorcycle, SUV in Richmond, police say
A North Chesterfield man was killed when his motorcycle collided with an SUV in Richmond on Tuesday afternoon, according to the Richmond Police Department.
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November 12, 2025 at 10:00 PM
A North Chesterfield man was killed when his motorcycle collided with an SUV in Richmond on Tuesday afternoon, according to the Richmond Police Department.
Veteran Matthew Reed lost his eyesight after military service but returns to marathon running at the Richmond Marathon.
Veteran to run Richmond Marathon running after losing sight: 'Get up. Get out. Do it."
Veteran Matthew Reed lost his eyesight after military service but returns to marathon running at the Richmond Marathon.
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November 12, 2025 at 9:35 PM
Veteran Matthew Reed lost his eyesight after military service but returns to marathon running at the Richmond Marathon.
Richmond's Department of Public Works is pausing service disconnections for nonpayment and suspending late fees for November amid the ongoing federal government shutdown.
Richmond DPU pauses disconnections, late fees amid government shutdown
Richmond's Department of Public Works is pausing service disconnections for nonpayment and suspending late fees for November amid the ongoing federal government shutdown.
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November 12, 2025 at 9:10 PM
Richmond's Department of Public Works is pausing service disconnections for nonpayment and suspending late fees for November amid the ongoing federal government shutdown.