Crime
23-Year-Old Magazine Editor Killed in Alleged Hit-and-Run Crash
Hope Cartwright was remembered as an "exceptional" and "charming" young journalist by her colleagues.
3 Henrico Men Charged After Shooting at Buffalo Wild Wings
Incident left 18-year-old critically injured in Mechanicsville restaurant parking lot
Two Killed, Seven Injured in Shockoe Bottom Mass Shooting
Authorities believe at least two shooters were involved in the late-night incident.
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
Economics
Richmond, Pittsburgh Become Less Affordable as Renters Flock to Cheaper Cities
Influx of out-of-town renters drives up prices in once budget-friendly markets
Virginia Lawmakers Scramble to Address Soaring Energy Bills
Governor Spanberger and state legislators propose measures to help residents cope with rising costs.
Richmond Power Bills Soar After Rate Hike and Deep Freeze
Dominion Energy customers face double-digit increases due to base rate increase and record-setting cold snap.
Politics
Virginia Lawmakers Push for Medicaid Funds Bill to Aid Schools
Bill would establish Medicaid navigator positions and require training to help school districts maximize Medicaid reimbursements.
Virginia Passes Rideshare Background Check Expansion Bill
Legislation aims to standardize screening process across transportation apps
Richmond Residents Rally Against Flock License Plate Readers
Protesters argue the surveillance technology threatens community safety and privacy
Health
Virginia Bill Aims to Ban Toxic Chemicals in Cosmetics
Proposed legislation would prohibit use of formaldehyde, methylene glycol and other harmful ingredients.
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?
