Driver flees Hanover traffic stop, crashes in Henrico
Small fire kills 4 baby chicks at Henrico elementary school
Virginia Governor Holds Public Safety Readiness Briefing
Virginia General Assembly Budget Talks Stall Amid Partisan Divisions
Lifestyle
Former Bank Building to Become Richmond's Next Cheerleading and Tumbling Gym
Virtus Athletics to open in Scott's Addition neighborhood, offering cheer, tumbling, and community-building classes.

Ramadan Brings Prayer, Fasting, and Community for Muslims in Henrico
Mosques and businesses in the area celebrate the holy month with religious observances and traditional cuisine.
Virginia's Annual One Shot Turkey Hunt Returns for 10th Year
The Old Dominion One Shot Turkey Hunt offers exclusive hunting opportunities and a youth essay contest to connect young people to the outdoors.
Weather
Birthday Fireworks Spark Henrico House Fire
Family of five displaced after blaze damages home and destroys car

Water Restored After Unexpected Outage in Richmond Neighborhood
Repairs on a water main caused a prolonged loss of service for around 100 homes and a local school.
Chilly and Sunny Friday Ahead
Much warmer weather expected next week in Richmond, Virginia
Crime
Richmond Unveils Comprehensive Plan to Improve Shockoe Bottom Safety
New security measures include Flock cameras, increased patrols, and a community ambassador program

Man critically injured in Richmond shooting
Authorities seek information from neighbors after Hillside Court incident
Deputies Find Man Dead in Ditch on Saturday
Prince Edward County Sheriff's Office investigating the incident with no signs of foul play
Economics
Former Fed Governor Warsh Calls for Return to Central Bank's Core Role
Warsh argued the Fed's massive balance sheet should be a temporary crisis response, not a standing policy.

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.
Politics
Watermelon Mural in Richmond Sparks Debate Over Racist Imagery
Pro-Palestinian activists painted a mural depicting a Palestinian woman holding a watermelon, angering some Black residents who see it as a racist trope.

Richmond Protesters Join National Demonstration Against Iran War
Demonstrators rally in Monroe Park as part of nationwide day of action opposing ongoing conflict.
Sen. Tim Kaine Discusses Threats to U.S. Embassies, Homeland Security Shutdown, and Iran Conflict
The Virginia senator weighs in on escalating global tensions and the ongoing political standoff in Washington.