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Tractor-trailer driver charged with involuntary manslaughter after Augusta woman killed in I-64 crash in Albemarle
wric.comTractor-trailer driver charged with involuntary manslaughter after Augusta woman killed in I-64 crash in AlbemarleA tractor-trailer driver has been charged with involuntary manslaughter after an Augusta County woman died following a crash on Interstate 64 in Albemarle County early Tuesday morning.
Squirrel-O-Ween returning with haunted hayrides, live music at CarMax Park
wric.comSquirrel-O-Ween returning with haunted hayrides, live music at CarMax ParkThe Flying Squirrels’ most anticipated Halloween event is returning this weekend.
A New Leash on Life: Trick or treat or myth? Halloween pet safety
wric.comA New Leash on Life: Trick or treat or myth? Halloween pet safetyTrick or treat…or myth? On this week’s episode of A New Leash on Life, host Jessica Kirk sat down with Richmond SPCA’s Director of Communications Dori McGuire about how you can ke…
Florida man pleads guilty to shooting horse over money
wric.comFlorida man pleads guilty to shooting horse over moneyA Florida man is heading to prison after he shot a horse when he didn’t get the money he demanded for work
Taylor Swift, Lyle Lovett and more inducted into Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame
wric.comTaylor Swift, Lyle Lovett and more inducted into Nashville Songwriters Hall of FameGeorge Strait was also honored with the Career Maker Award.
Helium shortage sparks warning from US industry leader
wric.comHelium shortage sparks warning from US industry leaderThe federal government’s decision to designate helium as a critical material could unlock new financing opportunities.
Richmond's beloved Valhalla Rising Bakery to close due to owner's health struggles
wric.comRichmond’s beloved Valhalla Rising Bakery to close due to owner’s health strugglesThe baker of Billy Bread will close Valhalla Rising Bakery in Richmond on Saturday due to ongoing health struggles.
Petersburg apartment residents wait to return after complex closes over unsafe conditions
wric.comPetersburg apartment residents wait to return after complex closes over unsafe conditionsResidents at the Plaza at Bank Street in Old Towne Petersburg are wondering when they will be allowed back into their building.
Nicki Minaj's role in Trump's political circle divides fans
wric.comNicki Minaj’s role in Trump’s political circle divides fansIn 2020, during his first term, Minaj said she would not “jump on the Donald Trump bandwagon.”
StormTracker8: Wonderful weather this week
wric.comStormTracker8: Wonderful weather this weekHighs will be in the low 70s and mostly sunny skies will be overhead.
Three suspects in infant's death appear together in court for the first time
wric.comThree suspects in infant’s death appear together in court for the first timeThe three suspects charged in connection with the death of a 1-month-old were all in court together for the first time on Monday. The baby’s parents and their roommate were all charged after …
Kids These Days RVA: Another food recall? How to keep your kids safe
wric.comKids These Days RVA: Another food recall? How to keep your kids safeAfter a string of food recalls over the summer, Kids These Days RVA hosts Katie Wells and Delaney Hall were left with one question: how do I protect my child?
'I am not guilty': Sen. Louise Lucas maintains innocence after federal charges filed against her
wric.com‘I am not guilty’: Sen. Louise Lucas maintains innocence after federal charges filed against herVirginia State Senator Louise Lucas (D-Portsmouth) said Monday she will not resign and will plead not guilty to federal charges filed against her last week.
'This didn't have to happen': 5-year-old fatally shoots himself after finding gun in Henrico apartment, man charged
wric.com‘This didn’t have to happen’: 5-year-old fatally shoots himself after finding gun in Henrico apartment, man chargedA 26-year-old man has been charged after police said a 5-year-old boy accidentally shot and killed himself on Saturday.
One-on-one with Sen. Mark Warner, Democratic nominee for Virginia’s U.S. Senate seat
wric.comOne-on-one with Sen. Mark Warner, Democratic nominee for Virginia’s U.S. Senate seatWith Election Day next week, 8News is sitting down with the two candidates running in Virginia’s U.S. Senate election.
PHOTOS: Chesterfield home destroyed by early morning fire
wric.comPHOTOS: Chesterfield home destroyed by early morning fireA Chesterfield County home was destroyed in a fire early Monday morning.
New York singer Gus Dapperton to make stop at Richmond's The Broadberry
wric.comNew York singer Gus Dapperton to make stop at Richmond’s The BroadberryNew York-based singer-songwriter and producer Gus Dapperton is making a stop at The Broadberry in Richmond in March 2027.
Hanover to host free recycling, shredding events
wric.comHanover to host free recycling, shredding eventsHanover County is hosting two free recycling and shredding events in the coming weeks.
VMHC showing 'Barbie: A Cultural Icon' through January 2027
wric.comVMHC showing ‘Barbie: A Cultural Icon’ through January 2027Barbie now has a Dreamhouse in Richmond!
'Why now?' Powhatan residents to vote 'yes' or 'no' on 1% sales tax for schools
wric.com‘Why now?’ Powhatan residents to vote ‘yes’ or ‘no’ on 1% sales tax for schoolsPowhatan County residents will be voting “yes” or “no” on a 1% sales tax increase ahead of Election Day on Nov. 3. One man hopes the last thing you see before casting your ballot is a sign he made…
Richmond Public Schools to use 'secure alternate network' through Chromebooks after cybersecurity incident
wric.comRichmond Public Schools to use ‘secure alternate network’ through Chromebooks after cybersecurity incidentRichmond Public Schools will use a secure alternate network accessible through Chromebooks after a cybersecurity incident that left schools offline and without email access for days.
22-year-old man charged after shooting during homecoming weekend at VUU
wric.com22-year-old man charged after shooting during homecoming weekend at VUUA 22-year-old man is facing several charges after a shooting during homecoming weekend at Virginia Union University (VUU) left two people injured Saturday night.
Man charged with improper gun storage after 5-year-old boy found shot dead in Henrico
wric.comMan charged with improper gun storage after 5-year-old boy found shot dead in HenricoA 26-year-old man is facing charges regarding firearm storage and access after a 5-year-old boy was found shot dead in Henrico County on Saturday.
25-year-old Powhatan man dead after crashing into deer
wric.com25-year-old Powhatan man dead after crashing into deerA 25-year-old Powhatan County man is dead after his motorcycle crashed into a deer on Sunday.
24-year-old man killed after SUV crashes into trees in Amelia
wric.com24-year-old man killed after SUV crashes into trees in AmeliaA 24-year-old man is dead after his large SUV veered off an Amelia County roadway and crashed into trees Sunday afternoon.
Open enrollment begins: What Medicare beneficiaries need to know for 2027
wric.comOpen enrollment begins: What Medicare beneficiaries need to know for 2027From GLP-1 drug prices to higher deductibles, several Medicare changes could affect seniors’ wallets in 2027.
Trump's midterms entourage: Who's on Air Force One?
wric.comTrump’s midterms entourage: Who’s on Air Force One?President Donald Trump has clocked about 70 hours aboard Air Force One so far this month, racing from rally to rally across the United States to try to bolster his Republican Party in the midterm e…
Spanberger signs executive order to address AI cybersecurity risks
wric.comSpanberger signs executive order to address AI cybersecurity risksThe commonwealth is taking steps to prevent and respond to artificial intelligence (AI)-related cyberattacks after Gov. Abigail Spanberger (D) signed an executive order Friday.
Nicki Minaj tells Trump she’ll support him if he runs again
wric.comNicki Minaj tells Trump she’ll support him if he runs againNicki Minaj joined President Donald Trump at a campaign rally Sunday and said that she would support him if he chose to run again.
StormTracker8: Pleasant Monday; Above average temperatures this week
wric.comStormTracker8: Pleasant Monday; Above average temperatures this weekThe sunshine will be with us again and highs will be pleasant near 70.
PHOTOS: PeruFest returns for celebration of Peruvian culture with food, dance and more!
wric.comPHOTOS: PeruFest returns for celebration of Peruvian culture with food, dance and more!Community members came together to celebrate the return of PeruFest in Henrico County on Sunday.
2 dead, driver arrested after 30-person Halloween bike ride struck in California
wric.com2 dead, driver arrested after 30-person Halloween bike ride struck in CaliforniaTwo people are dead after a driver allegedly struck a group of roughly 30 bicyclists participating in a Halloween ride in California.
It's back! McDonald's McRib returns soon, but only in select markets
wric.comIt’s back! McDonald’s McRib returns soon, but only in select marketsIt’s getting cold again, which means the McRib is coming back.
PHOTOS: 16th year of Pug-O-Ween features various costume contests and more!
wric.comPHOTOS: 16th year of Pug-O-Ween features various costume contests and more!Richmond’s Pug-O-Ween returned for its 16th year, featuring some of the cutest furry friends in costumes as well as photo booth opportunities and more!
Latest shooting at VUU follows string of campus incidents
wric.comHomecoming attendee describes ‘scary moment’ following shots fired on VUU’s campusA shooting at Virginia Union University (VUU) last night that left two people with non-life-threatening injuries is just the latest in a string of incidents at the school.
PHOTOS: 21st annual Richmond Zombie Walk in Carytown
wric.comPHOTOS: 21st annual Richmond Zombie Walk in CarytownThe undead crept through Carytown on Saturday afternoon during Richmond’s 21st annual Zombie Walk.
Shooting injures 12 at Florida football game, police seeking information and videos
wric.comShooting injures 12 at Florida football game, police seeking information and videosTwelve people, including six minors, were injured in a shooting outside a college football celebration.
The 3 approaches to daylight saving time considered this year, and what happened to them
wric.comThe 3 approaches to daylight saving time considered this year, and what happened to themThere were three possible approaches the U.S. could have taken this year regarding seasonal time change. Instead, our clocks will fall back as usual next month.
SNAP winners and losers: Which states are facing possible funding cuts?
wric.comSNAP winners and losers: Which states are facing possible funding cuts?Time is ticking for states to slash their error rates or risk losing a sizable amount of federal funding for SNAP.
28 people injured after porch collapses in Williamsburg
wric.com28 people injured after porch collapses in WilliamsburgWILLIAMSBURG, Va. (WAVY) — Twenty eight people were injured after a back porch collapsed Friday night, Oct. 23, in Williamsburg. Dispatchers received a report of a structure collapse in the 200 blo…
Male minor shot, killed in Henrico apartment building
wric.comMale minor shot, killed in Henrico apartment buildingA male minor was shot and killed in a Henrico County apartment complex on Saturday afternoon.
Mother of cold case victim calls for justice on 5 year anniversary of son's killing
wric.comMother of cold case victim calls for justice on 5 year anniversary of son’s killingFive years after the death of 24-year-old Dylan Poonsammy, his family is still looking for answers.
VCU Police, School of Pharmacy host Drug Take Back Day event at Monroe Park
wric.comVCU Police, School of Pharmacy host Drug Take Back Day event at Monroe ParkVirginia Commonwealth University (VCU) Police and the School of Pharmacy held a Drug Take Back Day event on Saturday to promote medication safety and community wellness.
Plant Native! Festival celebrates all things green at Henrico's Dorey Park
wric.comPlant Native! Festival celebrates all things green at Henrico’s Dorey ParkA celebration of native plants and all things green returned to Henrico’s Dorey Park on Saturday.
Man hospitalized with life-threatening injuries after stabbing in Richmond
wric.comMan hospitalized with life-threatening injuries after stabbing in RichmondA man was hospitalized with life-threatening injuries after being stabbed in Richmond on Saturday morning.