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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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Brawl at Federal Prison Under Investigation | Richmond News
A major brawl erupted at FCI Petersburg Medium Saturday morning, involving multiple inmates and prompting swift staff intervention. Several detainees received…
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GLP-1 Drugs May Hold Key to Addiction Treatment | Richmond News
GLP-1 drugs, famous for weight loss and diabetes, are revealing surprising potential as addiction treatments—especially for alcohol. New studies of over…
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Broad Street Through the Years | Richmond News
Broad Street in Richmond has been a living timeline—transforming from chaotic traffic hubs with concrete dividers and pre-emptor signals to festive holiday…
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Richard Bland College’s Career-Focused Certificates | Richmond News
Richard Bland College is reimagining education by launching high-demand certificate programs like Uncrewed Aerial Systems and fine arts, designed to fast-track…
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Trump Pushes for Permanent DST | Richmond News
Trump’s pushing for permanent Daylight Saving Time with the Sunshine Protection Act, which could mean no more “falling back” in winter—but it’s a double-edged…
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Nichols Brothers Expand Real Estate Empire | Richmond News
The Nichols brothers just dropped $1.2 million on a sleek 3,500 sq ft office building in Scott’s Addition — right across the street from their own HandCraft…
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Acton Academy Moves Into Historic Dairy Barn | Richmond News
Acton Academy West End is set to transform a historic 1944 dairy barn into its new seven-acre campus, expanding from 60 to potentially 150 students while…
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Richmond’s Big Development Decisions | Richmond News
Chesterfield supervisors face big decisions this week: approve an age-restricted 160-home community on former school land, or reject it for a family-friendly…
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Tokyo Market Reborn as Haru | Richmond News
Tokyo Market is reborn as Haru: Japanese and Korean Market, set to reopen under new ownership in late August or early September. The beloved Carytown staple…
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Death Literacy and the Doulas Who Guide Us | Richmond News
Death literacy is more than just knowing facts—it’s about emotionally and practically preparing for the end of life. Inspired by personal tragedies, like a…
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Woman Shot in Richmond Neighborhood | Richmond News
A woman was grazed by gunfire Sunday evening in Richmond’s Gilpin Court, prompting a major police response as officers traced the incident to West Charity…
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African Youth Choir Brings Culture to Richmond | Richmond News
Richmond erupted with color and rhythm as the Pan African Cultural Arts Foundation brought South Africa’s youth choir to Maymont Park for KidzFest — a free…
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Richmond’s Egyptian Festival Brings Culture to Life | Richmond News
Richmond’s Egyptian Festival brought the magic of Egypt to life this past weekend, with two days of free food, music, henna, and culture at a historic Coptic…
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Richmond Shooting Investigation Update | Richmond News
A woman was shot near Gilpin Court in Richmond on Sunday, Aug. 23 — not critically injured, but the incident remains under active investigation. Police are…
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Water Lanterns Bring Peace to Dorey Park | Richmond News
Hundreds of glowing water lanterns floated through Dorey Park, turning Saturday night into a serene celebration of connection and peace. Since 2018, this…
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Shooting in Richmond's Gilpin Court | Richmond News
A shooting erupted in Richmond’s Gilpin Court Sunday night around 5:45 PM, leaving a woman injured but not life-threatening; she’s hospitalized. Police now…
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School Reopens After Mold Cleanup | Richmond News
Barack Obama Elementary is reopening soon—most mold tests are clear, but the art room and media center are being sealed off for extra cleanup due to porous…
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Chesterfield’s First Black County Administrator | Richmond News
Chesterfield County is turning a historic page as Kevin Catlin becomes its first Black county administrator, stepping into the role with deep gratitude and a…
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Hanover’s Data Center Divide | Richmond News
Hanover’s Planning Commission just approved a massive “Iron Horse” data center campus—5 to 2—sparking fierce backlash from locals who fear it’ll ruin their…
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Mold Mystery Solved at Obama Elementary | Richmond News
Mold mystery solved at Barack Obama Elementary — a hidden wet pipe above ceiling tiles in a supply closet was the culprit. After an HVAC failure triggered mold…
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Intimacy in the Shadow of Slavery | Richmond News
New research by award-winning historian Melvin Patrick Ely reveals a far more complex picture of life in the pre-Civil War South, where enslaved people often…
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Virginia Museum Tour Alert | Richmond News
Virginia Museum of History and Culture is hosting exclusive “We the People” highlight tours on August 22nd at 11:30 AM—perfect for adults and families wanting…
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RVA Duck Fest Reimagines Inclusive Fun | Richmond News
RVA Duck Fest rocked CarMax Park with a wildly inclusive twist—no duck races, but tons of live music, games, and a “Silent Duck Disco” for sensory-friendly…
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Military Son Returns Without Father | Richmond News
A U.S. resident for 19 years, handyman Luis Manuel Aviles was arrested in Key West while leaving his home — just as his son, a deployed Navy sailor, was hoping…
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Richmond’s Oddities Expo Was Wild | Richmond News
The Oddities & Curiosities Expo in Richmond was a wild, welcoming celebration of the weird and wonderful—think creepy fashion, vintage medical gear, taxidermy…
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Barack Obama Elementary Mold Crisis | Richmond News
Barack Obama Elementary is racing to reopen after mold and rodent issues forced a school delay—caused by a hidden leaky pipe above ceiling tiles that triggered…
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Virginia Black Expo Celebrates Year-Round Support | Richmond News
Virginia Black Expo just wrapped its sixth year in Richmond, drawing thousands to Main Street Station for a vibrant celebration of Black-owned businesses and…
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Mad Skillz Gives Kids Fresh Shoes | Richmond News
Grammy winner Mad Skillz dropped fresh kicks for kids ahead of the school year, hitting malls in Virginia with a simple rule: bring your kid. He helped 13…
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LGBTQ+ Adults Now 12 Percent of U.S. Population | Richmond News
New data reveals 25.6 million LGBTQ+ adults in the U.S.—about 12% of all adults—showing a massive, growing presence across the country. Breakdowns reveal 7%…
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Mold Crisis at Obama Elementary | Richmond News
Barack Obama Elementary tackled a mold issue head-on after a leaky pipe caused elevated levels—cleaning it up wasn’t enough, they went all-in with air…
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Virginia Winemakers Rise in the Shadows | Richmond News
Virginia’s hidden wine heroes are finally getting their moment—thanks to a new documentary that uncovers the passion, grit, and community behind the state’s…
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Chesterfield CTC Gets Major Upgrade | Richmond News
Chesterfield County just dropped nearly $10 million on a massive overhaul of its Career and Technical Center at Hull—transforming 42,000 square feet of old…
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USPS Mail-In Ballot Rules Spark Debate | Richmond News
The USPS is enforcing new mail-in ballot rules requiring states to notify them 60 days before an election—otherwise, ballots won’t be sent. This mirrors a…
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Iran's Stalemate and Regional Tensions | Richmond News
Iran’s president defends a recent U.S. deal as vital for economic stability, rejecting claims it’s a surrender while warning neighbors against supporting new…
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20 Years of Shoes for School Kids | Richmond News
For the first time in two decades, Third Street Bethel AME Church’s New Shoes for Back to School program hit a milestone—distributing over 1,200 free pairs of…
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RVA Duck Fest Raises Funds for Autism | Richmond News
RVA Duck Fest drew over 8,000 families to CarMax Park this past Saturday — ditching the river race for a splashy new twist: the Chuck-a-Duck contest, complete…
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Zelenskyy Exposes Fedorov Fallout | Richmond News
Zelenskyy breaks silence on firing Fedorov, blaming missteps in defense spending and info leaks — including a Starlink mix-up with Trump — while warning of a…
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Trailblazer Nancy Kassebaum Baker | Richmond News
Nancy Kassebaum Baker, the trailblazing Kansas senator who broke gender barriers and championed independent, progressive values, has died at 94. Elected in…
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Red Sedan Chase Ends in Woods | Richmond News
A Virginia State Trooper caught a high-speed chase after a red sedan opened fire on another vehicle, leading to a crash and three suspects fleeing into the…
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First Drag Race Queen at Oldest Lesbian Bar | Richmond News
For the first time ever, RuPaul’s Drag Race queen Crystal Envy took the stage at Babes of Carytown, the oldest lesbian bar on the East Coast, to celebrate Drag…
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Gunfight, Chase, and Crash in Prince George | Richmond News
A Virginia State Trooper witnessed a wild shootout and high-speed chase on Puddledock Road Saturday night—two cars exchanging gunfire, a crash near Red Hill…
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1619 Legacy: Healing Through History | Richmond News
Hampton kicks off African Landing Commemoration Week with a powerful tribute to the first Africans who arrived in English North America in 1619, honoring their…
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Mold Crisis at Obama Elementary | Richmond News
Parents at Barack Obama Elementary are in uproar as mold and air quality issues force the school year start to stall—students may not return until test results…
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Cannon’s Legacy Lives On Through Giving | Richmond News
The Ride On Cannon Foundation’s sixth annual back-to-school backpack giveaway delivered over 250 packed backpacks—and tons of joy—with cotton candy, games, and…
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Gunfire at Richmond House Party | Richmond News
Late Friday night in Richmond’s Swansboro West neighborhood, a house party turned deadly when gunfire erupted around 9 or 10 PM, leaving a man and woman…
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Regional Baby Name Trends Rising | Richmond News
Baby name trends are holding steady with Olivia and Liam dominating the national charts for the seventh year in a row, but regional flair is making waves—names…
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Massive Blue Marlin Caught Off Falmouth | Richmond News
Captain Damon Sacco and his crew from Massachusetts pulled in a jaw-dropping 1,260-pound Atlantic blue marlin off Falmouth—over eleven feet long and a rarity…
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Google Invests $10M in Water Infrastructure | Richmond News
Google’s pouring $10 million into water infrastructure upgrades near its data centers, with a major focus on the Roanoke River and Chesapeake Bay watersheds…
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Virginia’s Tech Fail, Camps, and Tattoos | Richmond News
Virginia’s child support tech project crashed and burned, swallowing $52 million—officials are now digging into the mess. Meanwhile, summer camps are sparking…
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Police Pack Backpacks for Students | Richmond News
Henrico Police turned school supplies into community bridges with their “Stuff the Backpack” event, handing out free backpacks, gear, and even haircuts to…
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Car Crash at Hanover Manor Claims Life | Richmond News
Car Crash at Hanover Manor Claims Life | Richmond News
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Tragedy on Thompson Street | Richmond News
Tragedy on Thompson Street | Richmond News
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SUN Bucks Deadline Approaches | Richmond News
Virginia’s SUN Bucks program is here to help families keep healthy eating habits alive over summer break—eligible kids get $120 to buy fresh food, and you can…
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Virginia Black Expo Celebrates Black Excellence | Richmond News
Virginia Black Expo 2024 packed Main Street Station with over 150 vendors, food trucks, and speakers, celebrating Black excellence as a movement—not just an…
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Ashland Crash Claims Life of 89-Year-Old | Richmond News
A car slammed into a building in Ashland on August 21, leaving one person dead and another seriously injured. The victim, 89-year-old Polly Raines, died from…
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Shooting on East 35th Street in Richmond | Richmond News
Two people, a man with life-threatening injuries and a woman with non-life-threatening wounds, were shot Friday night around 11:30 PM on East 35th Street in…
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Richmond’s Rise in Schools and Cuisine | Richmond News
Richmond’s rising star shines bright—two high schools snagged national acclaim on U.S. News & World Report’s best schools list, while the food scene sizzles…
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Weather Watch: Storms and Sunshine Ahead | Richmond News
Weather’s heating up with scattered thunderstorms possible this afternoon, but Sunday through Tuesday promise sunny skies and comfy 80s. A cold front hits…
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Tragic Crash on I-64 Claims Life | Richmond News
Tragic Crash on I-64 Claims Life | Richmond News
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Double Shooting on East 35th Street | Richmond News
Early Saturday morning on East Thirty-fifth Street, a party turned deadly in the Swansboro West neighborhood with a double shooting—one victim in critical…