2026 Short List announced for Newlin Music Prize
Fans can vote for their favorite local albums as part of the annual award
Virginia Lawmakers Scramble to Address Soaring Energy Bills
Virginia House Passes Bill Mandating Paid Sick Leave
Weather
Chilly and Sunny Friday Ahead
Much warmer weather expected next week in Richmond, Virginia

StormTracker8: Warmer Temperatures on the Way Through Wednesday
Sunny skies and above-freezing temps expected in Richmond, VA this week.
Windy and Very Cold Weather Hits Richmond
Snow-covered trees and limbs could cause power outages and road closures
Entertainment
Film Documentary to Spotlight Penny Lane Pub Owner in Richmond, VA
"Big Scouse" will look into the living legacy of Terry O'Neill, the man who founded Penny Lane in downtown Richmond.

Richmond Hip-Hop Artist, UR Professor Mad Skillz Wins First Grammy: 'This Is for Virginia'
The 51-year-old artist's album 'Words For Days Vol. 1' took home the award for Best Spoken Word Poetry Album.
Civil War opera 'Intelligence' brings history to life in Norfolk
The opera tells the story of a white woman and the enslaved woman she recruited to spy on the Confederate White House.
Health
Popular Hair Products for Black Women Contain Toxic Formaldehyde
Decades-long use of chemical hair straighteners linked to health issues like cancer and hair loss

Cannabis Hyperemesis Syndrome Cases Surge in Virginia
What is this condition and why is it on the rise?
From Employee to Employer: The Story of Dr. Bose
Rheumatologist shares her journey from working at the VA to opening her own private practice
Crime
Uber Passenger Describes Terrifying I-95 Chase in Richmond
Chelsey Trammel was caught in the middle of a wild police pursuit that caused multiple crashes on Valentine's Day.

Brazilian Au Pair Sentenced to 10 Years for Murder Scheme
Juliana Peres Magalhães plotted with lover to kill his wife and another man
Brazilian Au Pair Faces Sentencing in Murder Scheme
Juliana Peres Magalhães pleaded guilty to manslaughter in the killing of Joseph Ryan.
Lifestyle
Richmond's Most Romantic Spots Revealed by Readers
From scenic overlooks to cozy neighborhood bars, locals share their top picks for romance in the city.

Buddhist Monks Conclude 2,300-Mile 'Walk for Peace' on National Mall
The group of two dozen monks from Texas completed their 109-day pilgrimage to Washington, D.C. with a closing ceremony at the Lincoln Memorial.
Buddhist Monks Conclude 'Walk for Peace' on National Mall
The 2,300-mile pilgrimage began in Texas 109 days ago and ended at the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C.