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Walmart and Aldi Produce Pulled Due to Listeria Concerns
Due to possible listeria concerns, officials have recalled several types of produce (including):. According to a recent Patch article, the FDA says the produce was "sold at both Walmart stores and Aldi supermarkets between July 5 and 12." "According to officials, the products were sold in 13 states, including Connecticut,...
WAVY-TV 10 recognized as top employer for internships
RICHMOND, Va. (WAVY) – WAVY-TV 10 has been named a top employer for interns in Virginia. WAVY Internship Coordinator Stephanie Cooke traveled to Richmond Thursday to be recognized on a day Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin proclaimed Virginia Intern Day. Speakers included Newport News Mayor Barry Duval, who now leads the Virginia Chamber of Commerce. He […]
1 Million Virginians Struggle to Affordable Housing: The Urgent Need for Affordable Solutions in Southwest and Southern Virginia
The affordable housing crisis in Southwest and Southern Virginia affects nearly one million residents, particularly essential workers, emphasizing the urgent need for more affordable housing and targeted solutions like the 5000 Families pilot program to provide stability and support for families with school-age children. Affordable Housing Crisis in Southwest and Southern Virginia – Urgent Need […]
FEC greenlights Rep. Good’s recount fund request
The Federal Election Commission Thursday to approve Rep. Bob Good’s (R-Va.) request to use general election funds to seed his recount fund following his contentious Republican primary loss in Virginia’s 5th Congressional District. But in order to use the funds to cover recount expenses, he must first ask the donors for their approval. “Good for…
Northern Long-eared bats delayed Henrico park's multi-million dollar expansion
An undeveloped 73-acre site at Glover Park in Glen Allen will soon be home to two full-size turf baseball fields, a 1.75-acre turf dog park, a 5k trail, and two playgrounds, among other amenities.
Kaine to tour Charlottesville small businesses Friday, host roundtable
U.S. Sen. Tim Kaine will attend a canvass launch and phone bank at the Democratic Party of Virginia Coordinated Campaign office in Charlottesville to fire up volunteers for Democrats up and down the ticket. Kaine is running for re-election to the U.S. Senate in November’s election. This year he marks...
NASCAR Cup Series on break
(Richmond, VA) — The NASCAR Cup Series is on a break. The field returns to action on August 11th for the Cook Out 400 at Richmond Raceway. Kyle Larson leads the standings after a victory in the Brickyard 400 last weekend at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Chase Elliott, Tyler Reddick, Denny Hamlin and Ryan Blaney round out the Top-Five.
Hopewell Fire Marshal: Soccer complex fire caused by fireworks
The fire that significantly burned the Atwater Soccer Complex was caused by discarded firework material, according to the Hopewell Fire Marshal’s Office. A fire at the complex located at 200 Atwater Road in Hopewell broke out around 11 p.m. on July 14, “causing significant damage to the entire building and its contents,” officials said. The City of Hopewell Fire and EMS responded to the scene within six minutes of receiving a call for service and managed to get the fire under control within 35 minutes of arrival.
Virginia appeals court rules judge wrongly dismissed asset forfeiture challenge
A Virginia court erroneously ruled authorities could keep $35,293 seized from a Chesterfield County auto repair shop by setting the bar too high for the owner to prove the cash wasn’t connected to a crime, according to a state Court of Appeals opinion released this week. The case dealing with asset forfeiture laws centers on […]
BizSense Beat: July 26, 2024
BizSense Beat is a weekly collaboration between VPM News and Richmond BizSense that brings you the top business stories during NPR's Morning Edition on Fridays. Here’s a recap of the top stories for the week of July 26, 2024:. Reported by Richmond Bizsense’s Jonathan Spiers. Developers of Richmond’s...
Daughter of late Supreme Court Justice Scalia appointed to Virginia Board of Education
The daughter of the late Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia has been appointed by Republican Gov. Glenn Youngkin to serve on the Virginia Board of Education, drawing criticism from some Democrats who called the appointment politically motivated. Meg Bryce, a psychology educator who unsuccessfully ran last year for an at-large...
‘He was struggling’: Firefighter crashes fire engine, admits to drinking 18 beers before shift
PETERSBURG, Va. (WWBT/Gray News) - A Virginia firefighter is on administrative leave following a crash involving a fire engine he was driving and a parked car. The reported collision occurred Tuesday afternoon when a fire engine being driven by 34-year-old Petersburg firefighter Aaron Michael Hinspater crashed into a parked car near the intersection of Sycamore and Bank Streets.
Lower rain chances today, weekend sunshine
RICHMOND, Va. -- There are areas of low clouds, fog and drizzle around this morning. It is muggy with temps in the 60s and 70s. Clouds will give way to some sun today. A passing cold front may trigger a few showers or thunderstorms. The best chance of rain this afternoon will be south of Richmond. It will turn gradually less humid this afternoon into this evening. Highs will be in the low to mid 80s.
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