Neo-Nazi members of The Base who plotted to bring firearms to pro-gun rally in Virginia sentenced to 9 years
Two members of the neo-Nazi organization The Base who were living in Delaware when they discussed bringing firearms to a pro-gun rally in Richmond were sentenced to nine years in prison on Thursday.
3 fraternity members indicted in VCU student's hazing death turn themselves in
Three fraternity members wanted in connection to the hazing death of a Virginia Commonwealth University student have turned themselves in to police.
Richmond Robert E Lee statue coming down Wednesday
Richmond’s controversial Robert E. Lee monument will finally be removed on Wednesday, according to the Associated Press.
Find out what’s inside the time capsule replacing the one underneath Richmond’s Robert E Lee monument
Virginia Governor Ralph Northam on Tuesday announced which items will be stored inside the time capsule that will replace the one located underneath Richmond’s contentious Robert E. Lee monument once it comes down.
1 dead, 4 injured after gunman opens fire in Richmond
One person is dead, and four are injured after a gunman opened fire at a Richmond apartment complex on Tuesday evening.
VCU launches independent review into Greek life after student dies in off-campus fraternity house
Virginia Commonwealth University announced Tuesday that they are launching an independent investigation into Greek life days after a student died in an off-campus fraternity house.
VCU student from Loudoun Co. dies in off-campus fraternity house
Adam Oakes, 19, of Sterling, died at an off-campus fraternity house at Virginia Commonwealth University on Saturday after what his family has described as a rush event where the teen reportedly drank a large quantity of alcohol.
Find out how to become an extra on ‘The Walking Dead: World Beyond’ in Virginia
“The Walking Dead: World Beyond” is back in Virginia for season two – and the production crew is looking for extras who can be in the Richmond area.
Virginia Governor Ralph Northam seeks $1M to probe racism claims at VMI
Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam has signed two criminal justice reform bills into law and proposed adding $1 million to the state budget to investigate the culture at the Virginia Military Institute after a newspaper article described allegations of racism.
Virginia residents say they'll appeal removal of Robert E. Lee statue in Richmond
Several Virginia residents have filed notice that they will appeal a ruling allowing the removal of a statue of Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee from its prominent place in the state's capital city.
Judge sides with Virginia, but Robert E Lee statue stays put for now in Richmond
A judge on Tuesday ruled in favor of the Democratic Virginia governor's plans to remove an enormous statue of Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee — but said the state can't immediately act on his order.
Judge to hold trial on Virginia Governor Ralph Northam's plans to remove Robert E Lee statue
A lawsuit seeking to prevent Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam from removing an enormous statue of Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee in Richmond is scheduled to go to trial Monday.
Stafford County cops say phone scammer swindled victims out of $8K
The Stafford County sheriff’s office is warning people to be wary about scam callers after a local couple was swindled out of $8,000.
Virginia House of Delegates approves budget focused on police reforms
The Virginia House of Delegates has approved a budget that includes funding for a host of criminal justice and police reforms amid national unrest over racial injustice and police brutality.
Virginia Senate approves sweeping police reform
The Virginia Senate approved wide-ranging police reform legislation Thursday that would prohibit the use of chokeholds, restrict no-knock search warrants, and expand the grounds to decertify law enforcement officials who commit misconduct.
Lawsuit filed to keep Kanye West off Virginia presidential ballot
A law firm with ties to prominent Democrats has filed a lawsuit attempting to keep rapper Kanye West off presidential ballots in Virginia.
Virginia judge won’t dismiss Robert E. Lee statue lawsuit; case heads for trial
A lawsuit seeking to prevent Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam’s administration from removing an enormous statue of Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee can proceed, a judge ruled Tuesday, clearing the way for a trial in the fall.
Richmond museum wants to house Robert E. Lee statue that has stood at US Capitol for more than a century
A Robert E. Lee statue that’s been in the U.S. Capitol for more than a century will likely be removed and turned over to a museum in Richmond.
Virginia capital moves forward with Black Lives Matter mural
Officials in Virginia’s capital city have approved a proposal for a 200-foot (61-meter) mural displaying the words “Black Lives Matter” to be painted near the state Capitol building.
Virginia state lawmakers to start special session amid pandemic
Virginia lawmakers will meet for a special session to address the economic impact of the coronavirus pandemic and widespread calls for criminal justice reform sparked by the death of George Floyd.