• Richmond News Today — May 13, 2026
    May 13 2026
    Richmond city leaders denied a permit for an outdoor event space in Lavender Hill, ending a seven-month delay, while a report exposed over $5.6 million in financial mismanagement due to weak internal controls. A domestic dispute in Chesterfield County led to a shooting, and a man was seriously injured in a motorcycle crash in Henrico County, highlighting public safety concerns.
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  • Richmond News Today — May 12, 2026
    May 12 2026
    Richmond's U.S. Supreme Court redistricting case and measles outbreak in Buckingham County dominate today's update, with legal and public health impacts under scrutiny. A fatal crash in Prince Edward County and calls for safer streets in Richmond highlight ongoing safety concerns and community responses.
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  • Richmond News Today — May 11, 2026
    May 11 2026
    Richmond's Local Wire update covers the tragic death of a Richmond Army soldier in Morocco, a giraffe birth at the Metro Richmond Zoo, and two fatal I-95 crashes. The episode also highlights a domestic shooting in Chesterfield County and a stabbing charge in Petersburg.
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  • Richmond News Today — May 10, 2026
    May 10 2026
    Richmond saw a shooting in Southside and fire concerns in Hopewell, while the city installs a Pedestrian Hybrid Beacon and a paralyzed Virginia Union grad walks across the stage. Buckingham County warns of suspected measles cases as officials urge residents to seek medical help.
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  • Richmond News Today — May 09, 2026
    May 9 2026
    Richmond police are investigating the fatal shooting of a 31-year-old mother during a confrontation, while a Chesterfield County man faces charges after abandoning his passenger at a crash scene. City leaders also face backlash over a stalled event space proposal and a controversial redistricting court ruling that has reignited debates over electoral boundaries.
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  • Richmond News Today — May 08, 2026
    May 8 2026
    Richmond faces a deadly police shooting investigation and a murder case involving twin boys' drowning, while also preparing for a potential cybersecurity attack targeting local schools. The city also issues a health alert over a hantavirus outbreak linked to a cruise and announces state funding for tourism marketing.
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  • Richmond News Today — May 07, 2026
    May 7 2026
    Richmond officials and the Virginia Supreme Court are closely watching developments following an FBI raid on State Sen. L. Louise Lucas’s office and a legal battle over redistricting. A 16-year-old teen, Susanne Bolling, is being recognized for her historical role in protecting Marquis de Lafayette, while Richmond Police launch a new initiative to incentivize security cameras for community safety.
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  • Richmond News Today — May 06, 2026
    May 6 2026
    Richmond — A Chesterfield mother is dealing with the aftermath of her used car catching fire, while a motorcyclist faces critical condition after a Chesterfield County crash. A 23-year-old from Portsmouth is charged with reckless driving after a high-speed pursuit in New Kent.
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