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Fayetteville native Grant Bennett said that there was a cap on career opportunities for children in his community. So he has made it his mission to create equal chances for youth to get hands-on experiences in science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM). His nonprofit, The Two-Six Project, supports under-resourced communities, equipping people with the […]
After 34 years, the Richmond Free Press announced today that it’s ceasing publication this week with the paper’s first and last online edition. The paper cited dwindling advertising revenues leading to harsh economic times. The Richmond Free Press was founded in 1992 by journalist, editor and professor Raymond Boone and his wife Jean Patterson Boone. […]
The family of Houston music icon DJ Michael Watts has released an official statement asking for prayers and support as he faces serious health challenges. Watts has been hospitalized for the past week due to significant medical issues. The family expressed gratitude for the continued outpouring of love and asked the community fans and supporters […]
Virginia’s culture, creativity, and small-business community will take center stage during Governor-elect Abigail Spanberger’s inaugural weekend with the Made in Virginia Market, a free, public celebration happening Friday, January 16, 2026, from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. ET at 17th Street Market in downtown Richmond. The evening will be headlined by Pusha T, giving the […]
The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo is one of the biggest cultural events in Texas and one of the largest rodeos in the world, blending livestock competitions, carnival attractions, food festivals, and blockbuster concerts that draw hundreds of thousands to NRG Stadium every spring. With total event attendance routinely topping 2.5 million visitors across its […]
Hundreds of demonstrators gathered in Richmond on Saturday to protest the fatal shooting of Renee Good, a U.S. citizen who was killed during an encounter with a federal ICE agent in Minneapolis earlier in the week. The Richmond demonstration was part of a wave of protests held nationwide as communities demanded accountability and justice in […]
A dramatic rescue unfolded early Monday in north Houston after a man was found trapped inside a sewer for several days. According to the office of Mark Herman, deputies were alerted after reports of a man screaming for help in a residential area. Deputies with Harris County Precinct 4 responded to the call and deployed […]
In a strong showing, Del. Mike Jones won the special election on Tuesday to takeover the vacated seat in the Virginia Senate. The seat was previously held by Lt. Gov-elect Ghazal Hashmi in District 15 which covers parts of Chesterfield and South Richmond. See full story here
Today is Election day for voters in Richmond and parts of Chesterfield to fill the Senate District 15 seat that was previously held by Lt. Gov.-elect Ghazala Hashmi who is stepping down to fulfill her new role. The race features Democratic nominee Del. Mike Jones and Republican nominee John Thomas. A second seat to be […]
As many Central Virginia residents welcomed the start of 2026, police say celebratory gunfire echoed across Richmond, prompting dozens of emergency calls and at least one arrest tied directly to social media. The Richmond Police Department said officers received 72 calls reporting random gunfire on New Year’s Eve, including multiple reports tied to the same […]
A single vehicle crash late Sunday night (Jan 4) in Chesterfield left one man dead and another person hospitalized, according to authorities. The Chesterfield County Police Department said officers were called to the 11600 block of Old Stage Road at approximately 8:51 p.m. on January 4 after reports of a crash. When police arrived, they […]