Wyndham
LATEST NEWS
RPS200 returns Monday, toting major academic growth
RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT) - It’s time to grab the backpacks as nearly 2,000 Richmond Public Schools students are returning to class Monday morning. “Wow, so feeling a lot better, not as much stress and anxiety as my first year,” Principal Angela Wright said. This is her second year...
No more life of luxury: Richmond drug kingpin to serve 15 years behind bars
A large-scale drug trafficking organization in Richmond and Petersburg has been effectively shut down as the leader was sentenced to 15 years in prison on Friday. Curtis James Dickerson, 55, of North Chesterfield, was found guilty of conspiracy to distribute cocaine and fentanyl and being a felon in possession of a firearm and ammunition.
Former 4-star Oklahoma DB Damond Harmon added to Liberty’s roster
Liberty has added a very talented defensive back to its roster ahead of the 2024 season as former Oklahoma defensive back Damond Harmon has enrolled at Liberty and will participate in training camp with the Flames. The 6’0”, 180 pound defensive back was a four star recruit by multiple recruiting...
Richmond spokesperson received $14K in severance pay
Former city spokesperson Petula Burks received more than $14,000 in severance pay when she left her position earlier this month. Burks departed amid questions about her use of a city credit card and after she’d been named in a whistleblower lawsuit. According to reports by the Richmond Times-Dispatch, the spokesperson had thousands of dollars in back charges — and had her card suspended by the city in 2023.
‘We still have a ways to go’: Global IT outage disrupts millions worldwide, affecting essential services
In a startling turn of events today, a global IT outage caused by a bug in a Microsoft software update sent shockwaves across the globe, affecting millions and highlighting our society's heavy reliance on advanced technology.
CDC: Deli meat could be cause for Listeria outbreak that infected 28 people, including two Virginians
Deli meat is being investigated as a possible cause for a Listeria outbreak in the U.S. that infected 28 people, including two Virginians, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
VCU Volleyball 2024: Coach Doyle Welcomes Talented Newcomers from U.S., Turkey, Netherlands, and Italy
RICHMOND, Va. – VCU Volleyball Coach Tim Doyle is excited to welcome eight talented newcomers to the program in the fall, aiming to build on last season's 17-13 performance. VCU's incoming class is the second-largest Doyle has ever recruited. The new players come from diverse backgrounds, including Poland, Italy,...
Richmond Raceway Beast of the East: Butch Shay Memorial Ultimate Heart of America Super Late Models Event
The Richmond Raceway, known as the Beast of the East, is gearing up for the 10th annual Butch Shay Memorial event featuring competition in four classes, including the Ultimate Heart of America Super Late Models ($7,500 to win). General admission is $25, with free entry for kids under 10. Pit...
Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments. It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency: our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. We strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation. Join us in shaping the news narrative together.