The United States joined just two countries in opposing a UN resolution declaring slavery the gravest crime against humanity, highlighting deep divisions over historical accountability and reparations.
A wave of adaptive reuse projects is reshaping Shockoe Bottom, as historic buildings and former industrial spaces give way to residential, cultural, and mixed-use development across one of Richmond’s oldest neighborhoods.
VMFA’s 90th anniversary celebration is more than a milestone event — it marks the launch of a major expansion campaign and a broader effort to redefine how the museum connects with Richmond’s communities.
Richmond’s shift to all-electronic tolling is changing how drivers pay—and how much. As Pay-By-Plate statements begin arriving, early confusion, higher costs, and access challenges are raising questions about who the new system works for.
Ossicles Fest debuts in Richmond March 24–25, bringing internationally recognized avant-garde and improvised music artists to Révéler and Gallery 5 in a new two-night festival presented by Out Of Your Head Records.
The Harlem Globetrotters will bring their 100 Year Tour to Petersburg’s VSU Multi-Purpose Center on April 3, offering a family-friendly mix of basketball, showmanship, and crowd interaction as part of their centennial celebration.
The Black College Invitational Championship arrives at Virginia State University March 27–28 in a new two-day format, featuring CIAA and SIAC teams and positioning VSU as both host and competitor in a campus-centered HBCU postseason event.
A magnitude 2.4 earthquake was recorded Friday night in Chesterfield County, just south of the Richmond area, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. The shallow quake is not expected to have caused damage but may have been felt by nearby residents.
Chesterfield County Police are increasing their presence at Chesterfield Towne Center after social media posts suggested a possible “teen takeover” event this weekend. Officials say they are monitoring the situation and working with mall management to ensure safety.
Gas prices across the Richmond region are surging, with many stations now ranging between $3.49 and $3.65 per gallon. The spike is being driven by rising global oil prices tied to Middle East tensions, combined with seasonal demand and the switch to more expensive summer fuel blends.