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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.
Bank says dispute over Justice family loans has cost it more than $48 million in interest
Martinsville-based Carter Bank & Trust says it has been losing out on interest income on the loans held by West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice, his family and their companies since mid-2023. The post Bank says dispute over Justice family loans has cost it more than $48 million in interest appeared first on Cardinal News.
Developers: Temp casino open 'within a year' of Petersburg voters' approval
PETERSBURG – The co-developers of the proposed $1.4 billion casino complex have shared specifics about what they are planning almost immediately should Petersburg voters greenlight their plans on a Nov. 5 referendum. The Cordish Companies and Bruce Smith Enterprise, Petersburg’s partners in the Live! Casino & Hotel Virginia said a temporary site will...
UVA Health discuss vascular condition that could affect athletes
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (CBS19 NEWS) -- With the Summer Olympics kicking off this week, UVA Health discusses a vascular condition that could affect athletes. Marfan syndrome affects connective tissue throughout the body, including the heart, blood vessels, bones, joints, lungs and eyes. People with Marfan are at high risk of developing aneurysms because the connective tissue of the arteries is weaker and not able to handle stress as well.
Crescent Halls renovations wrap up
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) - An affordable high-rise in Charlottesville has completed rehabilitation. Almost everything at Crescent Halls, which houses people over 62 years-old and individuals with disabilities, is now brand new. The Charlottesville Housing Redevelopment Authority, or CHRA, collaborated with those who live in the building for the redesign. “Everything...
Energy debates divide localities: Gas plant controversy in Chesterfield and solar farm proposal in Richmond
In a region grappling with the challenge of meeting energy demands while preserving natural resources, two communities find themselves at opposite ends of a debate on energy development.
What’s Next: 2024 Presidential Election
Washington (DC News Now) — With the announcement of Biden stepping down and Kamala Harris stepping up, how does this change the dynamic of the 2024 presidential race? Larry Sabato, Director of the Unversity of Virginia’s Center for Politics shares his reaction to the change and what this could mean for Virginia.
Pinpoint Weather: Pleasant weekend ahead
ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) – Slightly less humid air will move into the region this weekend. Rain chances are small, but a very isolated shower or storm is possible in the mountains. Any rain will be light with less than a tenth of an inch expected. Many areas will receive...
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