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Richmond News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Hosted by Corey with the Story, Richmond News Today delivers daily coverage of everything happening in Richmond with fast, focused updates on local news, government, business, public safety, weather, and the stories shaping the city. From policy decisions to community developments, the show keeps you informed on what matters most across Richmond. Each short episode highlights what matters most—including key updates, local trends, and stories shaping the city—produced by AI for speed…
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Virginia Tests Get Smarter, Faster, Cheaper | Richmond News
Virginia’s education department is revamping its student testing system, set to launch by the 2027-2028 school year, with a smarter, more affordable approach…
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Wayne Covil Inducted Into TV Hall of Fame | Richmond News
Wayne Covil, the legendary journalist who’s anchored Central Virginia’s Tri-Cities news for over three decades, is being honored with a spot in the National…
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Workers Demand Fair Pay at Botanical Garden | Richmond News
Workers at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden are staging a public boycott, demanding fair wages and better treatment after two years of stalled negotiations and no…
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Fireworks Fired Wrong at Game | Richmond News
A botched fireworks display at a Richmond Flying Squirrels game sent sparks and projectiles flying toward fans and the dugout after Roman candles were loaded…
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Virginia Targets Illegal Vapes and Kratom | Richmond News
Virginia’s Attorney General Jay Jones has launched a new enforcement unit targeting illegal vape products, THC, and kratom — a bold move fueled by new state…
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Man Sentenced 19 Years for Child Abuse Material | Richmond News
A 40-year-old man from Henrico County, Phillip Michael Taft, has been sentenced to 19 years and 7 months in federal prison for distributing child sex abuse…
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Tree Hill Farm Revival Faces Tribal Pushback | Richmond News
Tree Hill Farm in Varina is back on the table after nearly two decades of dormancy, with Brookfield Residential now stepping in to revive the massive mixed-use…
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Dominion-NextEra Merger Review Begins | Richmond News
The State Corporation Commission is moving forward with reviewing the massive Dominion-NextEra merger, despite Clean Virginia’s push to pause—arguing the…
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Fusion Power Gets Big Government Boost | Richmond News
The Department of Energy just poured $1.7 billion into 18 fusion startups, signaling that clean fusion energy is no longer sci-fi—it’s a national priority…
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Henrico's 2045 Plan Takes Shape | Richmond News
Henrico County just finalized its 2045 comprehensive plan — a five-year labor of love shaping the county’s future — after navigating fierce community debates…
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Crown Coins Casino Scandal Exposed | Richmond News
Crown Coins Casino is a digital mirage—players win big, but can’t cash out, leaving thousands, even hundreds of thousands, stranded. The BBB warns it’s…
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Diamond District’s First Vertical Building Breaks Ground | Richmond News
Construction has officially begun on the first vertical building in the ambitious Diamond District development — a six-story apartment complex called Dōma with…
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CFS Secures $1B for Commercial Fusion | Richmond News
Commonwealth Fusion Systems just smashed records with a $1 billion funding round, fueling their race to build the world’s first commercial nuclear fusion power…
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Tree Hill Farm’s Heritage Clash | Richmond News
A long-dormant $200 million development on Virginia’s historic Tree Hill Farm is roaring back to life—this time with a new developer, Brookfield Residential…
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Legal Battles Across Virginia | Richmond News
When tragedy strikes, justice seeks answers — from a hospital’s alleged failure to monitor a dying patient to an elevator plunge that left a Hilton guest…
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The Crossings Golf Club Revival | Richmond News
The Crossings Golf Club is getting a major makeover after Henrico County sold it to McConnell Golf for zero dollars — but that’s not a loss, it’s a win…
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We May Be Right Bring Billy Joel Magic | Richmond News
Get ready to belt out every Billy Joel classic like you’re front row at Madison Square Garden—because We May Be Right is bringing the full Piano Man experience…
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Judge Blocks Minnesota’s Prediction Market Ban | Richmond News
A federal judge has blocked Minnesota’s new ban on prediction markets, sparing platforms like Kalshi and Polymarket from immediate shutdown as legal battles…
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Free Latin Jazz Concert in Richmond | Richmond News
Get ready to groove under the stars at Richmond’s First Baptist Church Summer Outdoor Concert on July 30th, from 6 to 8 PM on Monument Avenue Courtyard — free…
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Expanding Freedom Through History | Richmond News
The Shockoe Institute unveils its bold new exhibit “Expanding Freedom,” confronting America’s brutal slavery past and its lingering impact on modern society…
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That 1 Mailman Comedy Show | Richmond News
Get ready to laugh till you cry at “That 1 Mailman & Friends” — hitting the Funny Bone Comedy Club in Richmond on July 30th from 7 PM to 8:30 PM. Tickets are…
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Severe Storms Hit Louisa County | Richmond News
Severe storms slammed Louisa County, Virginia, late Sunday night, toppling thousands of trees and leaving widespread damage in their wake. High winds ripped…
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Fire Ravages Queensmere Apartments | Richmond News
Fire Ravages Queensmere Apartments | Richmond News
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Fire Devastates Rodney’s Auto Business | Richmond News
A devastating fire tore through Major League Auto in Dinwiddie County, wiping out the business and multiple vehicles — and with it, Rodney’s entire livelihood…
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Virginia SNAP Crisis Hits Families Hard | Richmond News
Virginia’s SNAP program is in crisis, with over 100,000 fewer people receiving benefits amid stricter rules and confusion — straining food banks and leaving…
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Virginia Nursing Homes in Crisis | Richmond News
Virginia’s nursing home oversight panel kicks off under new leadership amid a crisis of delayed inspections — 58% of facilities are overdue, despite efforts to…
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Mother and Son Drown in Chesterfield Pond | Richmond News
A heartbreaking tragedy unfolded in Chesterfield County when a 30-year-old mother, Maria Elena López Solís, and her 12-year-old son, Jonathan, drowned in a…
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Former Delegate Sentenced for PPP Fraud | Richmond News
Former Virginia House candidate Sheila Bynum-Coleman just got sentenced to two years in prison for fraudulently siphoning over $225,000 in pandemic-era small…
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LGM Bags Bring Calm to Crisis Moments | Richmond News
When a nine-year-old boy with autism suggested a clear backpack filled with sensory tools to calm emergency responders, it sparked a nationwide movement. Now…
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Virginia’s Creative Boom | Richmond News
GRAMMY-winning rapper Mad Skillz and Tony Award-winning producer B.K. Fulton drop knowledge in Richmond, Virginia, during a dynamic Q&A hosted by the Virginia…
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Dōma Breaks Ground in Richmond's Diamond District | Richmond News
Richmond’s Diamond District is officially heating up with the groundbreaking of Dōma, the first new apartment building in the revitalization zone—featuring 276…
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Former Dean Sues Over Social Media Post | Richmond News
A former Dean of Students in Chesterfield County, Virginia, is suing her school board for $13 million after a fiery Facebook post referencing conservative…
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Ultrasound Breakthrough for Brain Cancer | Richmond News
Scientists at UVA Health are revolutionizing brain cancer treatment by using focused ultrasound to temporarily crack open the blood-brain barrier, letting…
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Route 1 Closed Due to Fire | Richmond News
Route 1 in Dinwiddie County is fully shut down near Weakley Road after a fire—VDOT’s urging drivers to find alternate routes to avoid traffic chaos while crews…
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Diamond District Gets Its First Building | Richmond News
The Diamond District in Richmond is finally waking up—with groundbreaking on Dōma, an $80M apartment complex offering 276 units, a rooftop gym, pool, and 20%…
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Father of Four Died in Jail After Warning Signs | Richmond News
A father of four died just days after being arrested on a misdemeanor charge, his family blaming neglect and bias for his preventable death in a Missouri jail…
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Interlochen's Dark Past Exposed | Richmond News
A damning investigation into Michigan’s prestigious arts school Interlochen has uncovered 70 alumni accounts of sexual misconduct spanning decades, involving…
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Fair Season Hits Central Virginia | Richmond News
Fair season is rolling into Central Virginia with a lineup of county fairs packed with rides, games, live music, and local flavor—from Chesterfield’s August…
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Four-Car Crash on I-95 in Richmond | Richmond News
A major four-vehicle pile-up on I-95 South in Richmond around 3:37 PM left two people injured, including one needing hospital treatment. The crash involved a…
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Farm Equipment, Fatal Distractions, and a Family's Plea | Richmond News
In Virginia, farm equipment shares roads with drivers — and the cost of distraction is deadly. Between 2015 and 2024, 42 crashes killed 19 people. The Doyle…
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Seniors Still Struggling After Darby House Fire | Richmond News
Seniors displaced by the Darby House fire are still reeling as a July 31 deadline looms, with many stranded in expensive hotels or without permanent housing…
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Dominion Parade Starts at Children's Hospital | Richmond News
Get ready for the Dominion Energy Christmas Parade’s biggest twist yet—this year, it kicks off right at Richmond’s Children’s Hospital on December 5th at 10…
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Virginia Nursing Homes Get New Oversight Roadmap | Richmond News
Virginia’s Department of Health unveils a bold three-phase plan to overhaul nursing home oversight, ensuring safer, higher-quality care for all residents…
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Henrico Police Seek Answers in Teen Shooting | Richmond News
A 16-year-old boy died from a gunshot wound at the intersection of Balmoral Ave and Fernwood St on May 30th around 10:39 PM. Henrico County Police are still…
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Fireworks Fiasco at Flying Squirrels Game | Richmond News
A botched fireworks display at a Flying Squirrels baseball game in Richmond turned chaotic when roman candles were loaded upside down, sending sparks flying…
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Major Traffic Jam on I-95 South | Richmond News
Traffic chaos erupts on I-95 South in Richmond after a multi-vehicle crash near mile marker 78.6—two lanes are shut down, backups stretch over three miles, and…
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Family’s Home Destroyed by Fire | Richmond News
A devastating fire tore through a Chesterfield County home Sunday night, forcing a mom and her two young kids to flee — but miraculously, no one was hurt…
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Teen Shot at J.R. Tucker High | Richmond News
A chilling tragedy unfolded in Henrico when a 16-year-old J.R. Tucker High School student was fatally shot late May 30th—police responded to gunfire, found the…
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Dumpster Fire at Bee Green Recycling | Richmond News
A dumpster fire at Bee Green Recycling in the East End sent smoke billowing Wednesday morning—no flames inside the warehouse, but firefighters had to clear and…
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Trump to Reveal Dulles Airport Overhaul | Richmond News
President Trump is set to unveil a $22 billion overhaul of Washington Dulles International Airport, ditching decades-old, crash-prone “people movers” for a…
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Commanders Bring Big Football to Richmond | Richmond News
Richmond just got a major sports upgrade—8News is now the official home for the Washington Commanders, bringing all three preseason games starting August 14th…
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Two Men Sentenced for Major Drug Bust | Richmond News
Two Richmond men just got locked up for life after being caught in a massive drug ring trafficking fentanyl, meth, heroin, and cocaine. Roddell Chappell, 40…
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Fatal Head-On Collision in Richmond County | Richmond News
A fatal head-on crash in Richmond County claimed the life of a Farnham resident, whose identity is being withheld pending family notification. Emergency crews…
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Buck Moon Rising: Nature’s Celestial Reminder | Richmond News
Catch the mystical Buck Moon peaking Wednesday morning — and don’t stress if you miss the exact moment, it’ll glow full for hours around it. Named for deer…
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Buffalo Soldier Portrait Unveiled at Fort Lee | Richmond News
Fort Lee honored its namesake with a powerful tribute: unveiling a portrait of Private Fitz Lee, the first Medal of Honor recipient to serve with the 10th…
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Carytown Watermelon Festival Returns | Richmond News
Carytown Watermelon Festival is back for its 44th year — a free, sun-drenched celebration with 3,000+ watermelons, 80 musicians, 100+ vendors, food trucks, a…
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Hyundai Crashes on I-85, Driver Killed | Richmond News
Hyundai Crashes on I-85, Driver Killed | Richmond News
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Black Founders of the Revolution | Richmond News
A new PBS documentary, “Declarations: Black Americans and the Revolutionary War,” uncovers the forgotten heroism of Black patriots like Abraham Skipwith, one…
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Brewvies Blends Beer and Indie Film | Richmond News
Brewvies is a grassroots movement blending indie cinema and local craft beer, started by filmmaker Ryan Cudahy. Each monthly event pairs a fresh brew with a…
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Virginia’s Haunted Campuses Exposed | Richmond News
Sharon Pajka, an English professor with a lifelong fascination for the eerie, unveils her new book “Haunted Colleges and Universities of Virginia,” a chilling…