Suspect sought in Chesterfield robbery, employee assaulted

Chesterfield Police are looking for a suspect in connection with a robbery Wednesday night where an employee was assaulted.

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MrBeast helps grant wishes for 8 children in Virginia Beach area

“I was just pretty starstruck.”

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All eyes on November in Virginia with congressional primaries in rearview mirror

With nominees selected, all eyes are on the November midterm elections in Virginia.  

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Spanberger announces expansion of Intensive Reentry Program at Red Onion State Prison

Gov. Abigail Spanberger announced Wednesday that the Virginia Department of Corrections (VADOC) launched an Intensive Reentry Program at Red Onion State Prison.

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Former teacher reunites with student at Bensley Elementary ribbon cutting

The Chesterfield County community celebrated the recently renovated Bensley Elementary School with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, featuring a former teacher reuniting with a past student who also teach…

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Worker critically injured after being electrocuted in Henrico

A Henrico County worker was critically injured after authorities said they were electrocuted while working in a tree Wednesday morning.

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Man shot, killed in Richmond’s Southside

A man is dead after a shooting in Richmond’s Southside early Wednesday morning.

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Archaeologists discover historic find at Hanover courthouse

Archaeologists have discovered artifacts that are believed to be associated with a historic jail in Hanover County.

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Virginia DMV launches cannabis-impaired driving prevention campaign

The Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) launched its first cannabis-impaired driving prevention campaign, encouraging Virginians not to drive high.

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Phish to play two nights at Richmond’s Allianz Amphitheater

Jam band Phish is returning to the River City this October with two unique live shows after nearly two decades.

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Hopewell Police issue public safety alert after sick fox spotted

Hopewell Police are asking residents to avoid and be on the lookout for a sick fox roaming the area.

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Area code 804 is used up. What you need to know

The city of Richmond’s new 686 area code is now active as its longtime area code 804 runs out of numbers, the State Corporation Commission (SCC) confirmed on Wednesday.

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33-year-old man facing multiple felony charges after police chase in Petersburg

A 33-year-old man who officials said was involved in an early July police chase in Petersburg has been charged with multiple felonies.

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Woman in custody after man found dead in Richmond’s Carytown area

A woman is in custody after a man was found dead along Parkwood Avenue in Richmond’s Carytown area Wednesday morning.

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33-year-old woman dies in hospital, driver charged with DUI after crash in Dinwiddie

A 33-year-old woman died in the hospital and a 31-year-old man was charged with driving under the influence (DUI) after authorities said his pickup truck crashed in Dinwiddie County late Sunday nig…

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Nottoway man sentenced to over 15 years in prison for drug trafficking, firearms charges

A Nottoway County man was sentenced to more than 15 years in prison on Tuesday for federal drug trafficking and firearms charges.

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UFC parent company lost $30 million on White House fight

An executive from TKO Group Holdings, the parent company of the UFC, said Monday the firm lost roughly $30 million from its June event at the White House.

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18-year-old professor earns Guinness World Record

“Once you’re in that setting, everyone’s there for the same reason, which is to learn,” Thomas said.

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StormTracker8: Isolated Rain & Thunderstorm Chances Remain

Isolated Rain and thunderstorms are in the forecast

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PHOTOS: Heavy rain, flooding sweeps across Central Virginia

Heavy rains swept across much of Central Virginia on Tuesday, causing flash flooding.

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Hopewell City Public Schools closed on Wednesday after flooding

Hopewell City Public Schools will be closed on Wednesday after significant flooding impacted the area.

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Henrico Police confirm seventh rabies case of 2026

Henrico County Police reported the seventh confirmed rabies case of 2026 on Tuesday, following possible contact between a dog and an infected fox.

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Voluntary water restrictions lifted for Richmond-area localities

The call for voluntary water conservation measures has been lifted by Richmond and several surrounding localities on Tuesday.

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Ward 3 polling place relocated to Hopewell High School due to flooding

Due to flooding, the city of Hopewell has relocated its Ward 3 polling place to Hopewell High School.

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Crumbl’s new Cheetos-inspired cookie is being received as well as you’d expect

Crumbl’s newest cookie innovation takes inspiration from a classic Cheetos flavor combo and fans have thoughts. Here’s what to know.

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24-year-old dies after self-inflicted gunshot wound following Hanover vehicle chase

A 24-year-old wanted man died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound following a vehicle chase in Hanover County on Sunday morning.

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45-year-old man charged with malicious wounding, attempted arson in Petersburg

A 45-year-old man was charged with malicious wounding and attempted arson in Petersburg.

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Flooding in Hopewell delays school dismissals

Due to flooding from significant rainfall, several Hopewell schools will have delayed dismissals on Tuesday.

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65-year-old man dead after apparent drowning at Westmoreland island

A 65-year-old man is dead after an apparent drowning at Shark Tooth Island in Westmoreland County Monday afternoon.

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A New Leash on Life: Highlighting local pet bakery Pawfect Sweets

On this week’s episode of A New Leash on Life, co-hosts Jessica Kirk and Jessica Wetzler talk to the owner of Pawfect Sweets Krystal Barnes about her business.

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