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Henrico mom wants accountability after son’s death: 'Put your gun up’'

A Henrico mother is demanding answers after her nonverbal 5-year-old son accidentally shot himself with a gun left out at a friend's apartment.

Henrico County, VA · 2d

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Abduction, barricade situation causes road closure in Hanover

The Hanover County Sheriff's Office is responding to an abduction and barricade situation that has caused a road closure just east of the town of Ashland.

Ashland, VA · 2d

WTVR CBS 6

Sources: Person detained after man killed in parking lot at Chippenham Hospital

One person suffered life-threatening injuries and another is detained by Richmond police following a shooting in the parking lot of Chippenham Hospital on Friday.

WTVR CBS 6

Cheryl Miller shares emotional message after 42 years as WTVR anchor

Cheryl Miller is a familiar and trusted presence in Central Virginia. On Friday, she anchored the news on WTVR for the final time, bringing to a close a remarkable 42-year run behind the anchor desk.

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Man killed in overnight shooting in downtown Richmond, police say

RICHMOND, Va. —A man was shot and killed early Saturday in downtown Richmond, and police are investigating, officers said. Richmond Police were called to 4th and Broad streets around 2:15 a.m. for a shooting. When they arrived, officers found a man who had been shot. He died at the scene.

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Oliver worth the wait for Caroline congregation

The Rev. Samuel Oliver Jr. spoke to many friends and mentors in ministry when he was a candidate to become the next pastor of First Baptist Church in the Woodford area of Caroline County. The 134-year-old First Baptist Church had been without a senior pastor since the Rev. Carl Bentley...

Caroline County, VA · 15h

takingthekids.com

The Po’boy Sandwich At This Little Virginia Deli Has Locals Coming Back For More

The seafood at this little deli gets cleaned to order. That means your shrimp po’boy starts its journey when you place your order, not hours before. The bread gets baked daily, and the rolls are torpedo-shaped. Crispy fried seafood goes inside with lettuce, tomatoes, and a zesty remoulade. I appreciate a sandwich that takes its own bread this seriously.

Richmond, VA · 2d

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Veteran Henrico firefighter dies suddenly after 18 years of service

A veteran Henrico County firefighter died unexpectedly while off duty Wednesday after 18 years of service.

Henrico County, VA · 2d

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‘Armed and dangerous’ man sought in stabbing of GRTC bus driver

Richmond Police are asking the public for help locating an "armed and dangerous" man wanted in relation to the Sunday stabbing of a Greater Richmond Transit Company (GRTC) bus driver.

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10 Virginia Barbecue Restaurants Smoking Ribs, Pulled Pork And Brisket Over Wood

A Virginia barbecue joint sells its house sauce in something called a sauce bladder. Yes, a bladder. Barbecue folks clearly don’t do boring. The names only get better from there. There’s a sandwich called Heaven on a Bun, plus a dessert called Bananamisu waiting after the brisket. But...

Virginia · 1d

WTVR CBS 6

Former Henrico staffer found guilty of strangling ACE Center student

A former Henrico ACE Center staffer, Erin Travers, was found guilty of strangling a student during a classroom assault.

Henrico County, VA · 1d

familyvacationsus.com

7 Virginia Bakeries Making Homemade Sweet Potato Pie Worth Coming Back For

A shop famous for New Zealand-style meat pies also bakes a sweet potato pecan pie. I love that twist, because sweet potato pie usually gets treated like pumpkin’s quieter cousin. Virginia bakers clearly never got that memo. One spot folds the filling into hand pies you can eat while...

Virginia · 1d

vafoodie.com

We Tried OPA! Social, Libbie Mill’s New Greek and Italian Restaurant

OPA! Social just opened at Libbie Mill, and we went on the very first day. It’s in the old Crafted space, and it’s a Greek, Italian, and American spot with a much bigger menu than I expected. Two of us shared an appetizer, a salad, and an entree, and the bill came to $53 with tax and tip. Here’s how it went.

Richmond, VA · 22h

WRIC - ABC 8News

‘Tragic’: 75-year-old man dead, driver arrested after Richmond hit-and-run

A 75-year-old Richmond man is dead and a driver is facing charges after a hit-and-run in Richmond's Shockoe Bottom on Friday.

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Suspect in Shockoe Bottom shooting reaches plea deal

One of five men arrested in connection with a mass shooting in Shockoe Bottom has reached a plea deal on two charges.

Richmond, VA · 2d

Henrico Citizen

Henrico Crime Report: Oct. 26-Nov. 1, 2026

BROOKLAND 7700 Block of Odonnell Court , Brookland District – Police reported fighting inside a building on Oct. 26 at 12:05 a.m. 7000 Block of Coachman Lane , Brookland District – Police reported non-aggravated assault (including domestic) inside a building on Oct. 26 at 1:43 a.m. 6000

Henrico County, VA · 1d

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Residents, soon-to-be married couple in a jam after 3-alarm apartment fire in Richmond

Frustration lingers for residents, business owners and other renters at the Richmond multi-use building that caught fire a week ago. This includes a soon-to-be married couple, who lost their wedding venue.

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Daily Voice

Virginia Firefighter Remembered For Life Beyond The Uniform: 'That Unmistakable Smirk'

A Virginia firefighter remembered for his mischievous smirk, unforgettable laugh, and quiet acts of kindness leaves behind a wife of 19 years and two children as family and friends come together to honor the man behind the uniform. Kenneth “Kenny” Waters, an 18-year veteran of the Henrico County Div…

Henrico County, VA · 15h

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Virginia Union-Johnson C. Smith set for CIAA Championship rematch

Virginia Union took care of business in the final week of the regular season in the CIAA, defeating its in-state rival Virginia State 36-14. As a result, the Panthers punched their ticket to their fourth straight CIAA championship game, establishing a new school record for consecutive conference title game appearances.

Richmond, VA · 13h

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