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Hopewell Man Sentenced for Illegally Possessing a Firearm
RICHMOND, Va. - A Hopewell man was sentenced today to five years and five months in prison for being a felon in possession of a firearm and ammunition. According to court documents, on Nov. 19, 2022, Hopewell Police officers found Azontay Malik Perry, 27, passed out in the driver seat of a BMW with the engine running in the intersection of Ashland Street and Oaklawn Boulevard. Officers awakened Perry and ordered him out of the vehicle. Perry ignored their commands and drove into the back of a parked police vehicle. Perry attempted to flee at high speed, but crashed into a dumpster at an apartment complex. Perry then fled on foot.
Sunday Forecast: Showers and a few thunderstorms likely
RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT) - Warm and humid next week with daily chances for scattered afternoon and/or evening showers and thunderstorms. Sunday: Overcast with scattered showers likely at any point. A few thunderstorms are possible, mainly this afternoon and evening. Highs in the mid-70s. (Rain Chance: 70%) Monday: Mostly cloudy, humid...
8News speaks with attorney of one of the defendants in the Otieno trial
On Friday, May 3, it was revealed in court that five of the eight people charged with second-degree murder possibly could have their charges dropped. 8News spoke with attorney Russ Stone to learn more about the what transpired.
High school students upset they can’t go to prom because it sold out
CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, Va. (Gray News) – Some students at a high school in Virginia are disappointed that they won’t get to attend prom because the event sold out. Midlothian High School is set to have its prom at the Hippodrome in Richmond on Saturday night, but not all students will be able to attend.
Saturday Evening Forecast: Rain chances build after Midnight
RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT) - Warm and humid next week with daily chances for scattered afternoon and/or evening showers and thunderstorms. Saturday Night: Overcast and cool with another round of showers moving in, mainly after midnight. Only a few spotty showers expected before that. A rumble of thunder is possible. Lows near 60°. (Rain Chance: 30%, increasing to 80% after midnight)
Queen Harrison Claye Track Invitational inspires student athletes
HENRICO, Va. (WWBT) - Student athletes filled Hermitage High School’s track and field Saturday for the Queen Harrison Track Classic Invitational. Hosted by Olympian Queen Harrison Claye, this two-day event gives athletes a chance to compete against students throughout the state and other states. The top three finishers in their event got a picture with Harrison Claye.
12 of 13 pro-Palestinian protesters arrested at VCU arraigned, next hearings scheduled
Twelve of the 13 people arrested after a pro-Palestinian protest at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) on Monday were arraigned on two misdemeanor charges each Friday morning.
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