Richmond real estate agent who died in custody tried to hire someone to kill his wife, court records say
In early February, Richmond police pulled over a wanted criminal with an extensive history of breaking the law.
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City backs off ‘Operation Vaporize’ as blowback from vape shop owners intensifies
Richmond officials are temporarily easing up on efforts to go after local vape shops after complaints from business owners that the crackdown has been excessive.
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Richmond police say one person charged in weekend street takeovers
A “large group of drivers” and onlookers participated in street takeovers across Richmond Saturday night and into early Sunday morning, according to city police.
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Richmond’s new transportation director wants a city ‘built for people.’ His work is increasingly urgent.
Andy Boenau says he understands why so many American cities were designed to get cars moving as quickly as possible.
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From the audience desk: Last month's biggest stories
Most-viewed story of the month: Max Posner’s powerful photo montage of the Walk for Peace. It feels good to look at them again. That was a beautiful Richmond moment that already seems like a long time ago.
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After being jailed for allegedly soliciting murder, Richmond real estate agent dies on Sunday
Henrico Police said they were called to the county’s jail "for a reported medical emergency involving Mr. Barrett who appeared to have harmed himself." -
Henrico girls comeback attempt falls short in state semis
From the opening tip, the Crabbers (20-6) made a forceful statement with their defense. -
Three arrested and charged in Shockoe Bottom shooting
“I want people to know that you are welcome, but your guns are not," said Mayor Danny Avula. -
Petersburg puts on a show, advances to state final
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City offices, trash collection will close Monday for International Women's Day
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Richmond trailblazer 'Spike' Burke dies; is honored by General Assembly
He was remembered for his achievements in the business world, where he was the first Black operations manager at Thalhimers, as well as in athletics and community involvement.
City Government
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City offices, trash collection will close Monday for International Women's Day
It is one of 14 paid employees for city workers. Schools will remain open.
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Education
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School Board votes to spend at least $2 million to add turf athletic field at new high school
Kamras said the RHSA community “would feel disrespected if they did not get what they were expecting.”
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Features
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Richmond’s new transportation director wants a city ‘built for people.’ His work is increasingly urgent.
Andy Boenau says he understands why so many American cities were designed to get cars moving as quickly as possible.
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Local News
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City backs off ‘Operation Vaporize’ as blowback from vape shop owners intensifies
Richmond officials are temporarily easing up on efforts to go after local vape shops after complaints from business owners that the crackdown has been excessive.
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Newsletter
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March 11 Newsletter: More information on real estate agent who died in custody Sunday
Plus, Richmond is pausing its vape-shop crackdown after complaints from business owners that the crackdown has been excessive. And allergy season has begun in Richmond, with no relief in sight.
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Sports
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Henrico girls comeback attempt falls short in state semis
From the opening tip, the Crabbers (20-6) made a forceful statement with their defense.
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