Iran War Fuels Surge in EV and Hybrid Sales Across Europe and US
Rising gasoline prices from the Iran conflict are driving increased consumer interest in electric and hybrid vehicles.
Gasoline Price Hike from Iran War Could Push Consumers Toward EVs, Hybrids
Immigrants Detained in Trump-Era Crackdown on Campus Activism Slowly Released
Crime
Richmond Vape Shops Hit by Spike in Break-Ins After Enforcement Crackdown
Owners allege discrimination as businesses shuttered by Operation Vaporize face rising burglaries

Flags to Be Lowered for ODU Shooting Victim
Lieutenant Colonel Brandon Shah killed in campus attack
Driver flees Hanover traffic stop, crashes in Henrico
Small fire kills 4 baby chicks at Henrico elementary school
Lifestyle
Virginia Governor's Cup Heralds a Rising Star
Gala crowd celebrates an ideal vintage and the growth of the Old Dominion's wine

Valley Road Vineyards Wins Top Honor at Virginia Governor's Cup Gala
The 44th annual event celebrated the best wines in the Commonwealth.
Richmond Kicks Off Annual Neighborhood Cleanup Program
City's Department of Public Works to visit 15 neighborhoods twice on Saturdays through November.
Weather
Washington DC Airports Grounded Due to Chemical Smell
Flights halted for over an hour at airports serving DC, Baltimore, and Richmond

Sunny and Windy Friday Ahead in Richmond
Severe weather possible early next week as temperatures swing from warm to cold
Birthday Fireworks Spark Henrico House Fire
Family of five displaced after blaze damages home and destroys car
Economics
Richmond Gas Prices Surge Over 60 Cents in a Month
Geopolitical tensions and seasonal factors drive up fuel costs in the region.

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
Politics
Virginia Lawmakers Reject Online Casino Gambling Expansion
NAAiG Applauds Thoughtful Decision

Virginia Democrats Push Sweeping Gun Control After Taking Office
Lawmakers in Richmond advance new firearm restrictions as West Virginia explores expanding gun rights
Gun Activists Hand Out AR-15 Magazines at Virginia Capitol Ahead of Ban
Activists distribute high-capacity magazines in challenge to pending legislation