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"It is deeply concerning that federal agents would enter and use Hammond’s property without permission - especially when the Federal Courthouse is located just one block west of our police headquarters," the mayor said.

Midwest mayor kicks ICE agents off of city property

"It is deeply concerning that federal agents would enter and use Hammond’s property without permission - especially when the Federal Courthouse is located just one block west of our police headquarters," the mayor said.

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Richmond Times-Dispatch @richmond.com · 3h

The controversy over Democrat Jay Jones' 2022 text messages envisioning violence against the speaker of the House and his children is likely to be a key topic.

Spanberger, Earle-Sears meet tonight in only debate

The controversy over Democrat Jay Jones' 2022 text messages envisioning violence against the speaker of the House and his children is likely to be a key topic.

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Richmond Times-Dispatch @richmond.com · 6h

We’re coming up on one of Richmond’s favorite events, the Richmond Folk Festival.

Food options at Richmond Folk Festival

We’re coming up on one of Richmond’s favorite events, the Richmond Folk Festival.

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Richmond Times-Dispatch @richmond.com · 7h

Our staff writers share picks and previews for the top local games in Week 7 of the high school football season.

High school football picks, game previews for Week 7: Playoff implications abound

Our staff writers share picks and previews for the top local games in Week 7 of the high school football season.

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Richmond Times-Dispatch @richmond.com · 7h

Scenic Virginia has announced the winners of its annual photo contest.

Winners of Scenic Virginia's 2025 photo contest

Scenic Virginia has announced the winners of its annual photo contest.

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Richmond Times-Dispatch @richmond.com · 7h

Who is the greatest deep-ball threat QB in the 804?

Texas tough: Manchester's Abernethy's training leading him and Lancers in quest for title

Who is the greatest deep-ball threat QB in the 804?

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Richmond Times-Dispatch @richmond.com · 8h

“I’m still speechless,” she said. “Snoop is that person. He is very genuine. He really wants to help people. His authenticity, you can feel it.”

Richmond’s rapping Grannie drops a new video — with Snoop Dogg

“I’m still speechless,” she said. “Snoop is that person. He is very genuine. He really wants to help people. His authenticity, you can feel it.”

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Richmond Times-Dispatch @richmond.com · 8h

Independence Hydrogen opens a Petersburg plant, capturing hydrogen that’s otherwise an unused byproduct of BLEACHTECH’s plant in the southern part of the city.

Youngkin: new hydrogen plant marks a Virginia energy milestone

Independence Hydrogen opens a Petersburg plant, capturing hydrogen that’s otherwise an unused byproduct of BLEACHTECH’s plant in the southern part of the city.

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Richmond Times-Dispatch @richmond.com · 19h

Israel and Hamas agreed to the "first phase" of his peace plan to pause fighting and release at least some hostages and prisoners, U.S. President Donald Trump said Wednesday.

Israel, Hamas agree to 'first phase' of plan to end fighting, release hostages, Trump says

Israel and Hamas agreed to the "first phase" of his peace plan to pause fighting and release at least some hostages and prisoners, U.S. President Donald Trump said Wednesday.

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Richmond Times-Dispatch @richmond.com · 21h

The federal health department has not paid the United Network for Organ Sharing for months of work worth $10 million, a UNOS spokesperson said.

Richmond organ transplant contractor furloughs 90 employees during shutdown

The federal health department has not paid the United Network for Organ Sharing for months of work worth $10 million, a UNOS spokesperson said.

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Richmond Times-Dispatch @richmond.com · 23h

A Richmond region Fortune 500 firm, Owens & Minor Inc., is getting a lot smaller, with an agreement to sell the business that accounts for three-quarters of of its revenue.

Owens & Minor sells largest unit in major shift in focus

A Richmond region Fortune 500 firm, Owens & Minor Inc., is getting a lot smaller, with an agreement to sell the business that accounts for three-quarters of of its revenue.

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Richmond Times-Dispatch @richmond.com · 1d

Deputies with the Hanover County Sheriff's Office responded at 7:38 a.m. Tuesday to a crash involving two vehicles on Verdon Road in Beaverdam.

King William woman, 31, dies in Hanover crash

Deputies with the Hanover County Sheriff's Office responded at 7:38 a.m. Tuesday to a crash involving two vehicles on Verdon Road in Beaverdam.

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Richmond Times-Dispatch @richmond.com · 1d

VCU received a report that the Theta Chi fraternity physically battered prospective members.

Unrecognized fraternity at VCU reportedly hazed students

VCU received a report that the Theta Chi fraternity physically battered prospective members.

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Richmond Times-Dispatch @richmond.com · 1d

That represents 6% of the $1.4 billion in investments Avula said are planned for the region’s water infrastructure in the next decade.

In letter to Youngkin, Avula requests $80M in state funds for water infrastructure projects

That represents 6% of the $1.4 billion in investments Avula said are planned for the region’s water infrastructure in the next decade.

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Richmond Times-Dispatch @richmond.com · 1d

President Donald Trump wants at least nine colleges to agree to a broad set of political, educational and financial principles in exchange for federal funding. Democratic leaders call it extortion.

If UVa signs Trump's 'compact,' it will risk state funding, Democrats threaten

President Donald Trump wants at least nine colleges to agree to a broad set of political, educational and financial principles in exchange for federal funding. Democratic leaders call it extortion.

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Richmond Times-Dispatch @richmond.com · 1d

Chief Edwards said the drop in non-fatal shootings was "the story of the summer."

Richmond police chief says about 1,000 fewer major crimes in the city this year

Chief Edwards said the drop in non-fatal shootings was "the story of the summer."

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Richmond Times-Dispatch @richmond.com · 1d

Former FBI Director James Comey has pleaded not guilty to lying to Congress five years ago. The case has amplified concerns Trump's Justice Department is being weaponized.

Comey pleads not guilty to Trump Justice Department case accusing him of lying to Congress

Former FBI Director James Comey has pleaded not guilty to lying to Congress five years ago. The case has amplified concerns Trump's Justice Department is being weaponized.

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Richmond Times-Dispatch @richmond.com · 1d

As peaceful and quiet days carry on in Portland, President Donald Trump continues to assert that the city is a “never-ending disaster.”

Is President Trump right when he calls Portland war-ravaged?

As peaceful and quiet days carry on in Portland, President Donald Trump continues to assert that the city is a “never-ending disaster.”

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Richmond Times-Dispatch @richmond.com · 1d

During a Sep. 24 hearing, Jimmy Robinson — an attorney representing the city — abruptly announced that Burks had lost her city-issued cellphone while traveling through a New York airport.

Officials won’t answer questions about Petula Burks’ missing cellphone, apparent violations of records laws

During a Sep. 24 hearing, Jimmy Robinson — an attorney representing the city — abruptly announced that Burks had lost her city-issued cellphone while traveling through a New York airport.

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Richmond Times-Dispatch @richmond.com · 1d

After a stage 4 cancer diagnosis at just 34 years old, Justin Golden is on this year's Richmond Folk Festival lineup.

Justin Golden returns to Richmond Folk Festival amid cancer battle

After a stage 4 cancer diagnosis at just 34 years old, Justin Golden is on this year's Richmond Folk Festival lineup.

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Richmond Times-Dispatch @richmond.com · 1d

He calls for providing "much more comprehensive support and oversight."

Youngkin says state will work on child welfare gaps

He calls for providing "much more comprehensive support and oversight."

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Fixing gaps in Virginia’s child welfare system where deaths of children already involved with social services is a continuing issue, will be a priority in the months ahead, Gov. Glenn Youngkin said.

State opens a second $15 million block of funds for workforce housing

Fixing gaps in Virginia’s child welfare system where deaths of children already involved with social services is a continuing issue, will be a priority in the months ahead, Gov. Glenn Youngkin said.

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Richmond Times-Dispatch @richmond.com · 1d

This weekend, spooky season begins with Carnival of 5 Fires and pumpkin patches open all over town.

Top 5 picks for this weekend's Richmond Folk Festival

This weekend, spooky season begins with Carnival of 5 Fires and pumpkin patches open all over town.

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Richmond Times-Dispatch @richmond.com · 1d

Federal prosecutors say Linda Natelle Brown stole over $1.5 million from Virginia’s state employee charity campaign, using the funds for luxury expenses. She pleaded guilty and faces sentencing in February.

Portsmouth woman admits to stealing more than $1.5 million from state government’s charity drive

Federal prosecutors say Linda Natelle Brown stole over $1.5 million from Virginia’s state employee charity campaign, using the funds for luxury expenses. She pleaded guilty and faces sentencing in February.

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Richmond Times-Dispatch @richmond.com · 1d

Gov. Glenn Youngkin says he will not submit further appointments to state boards and commissions to the General Assembly for confirmation until January, when the legislature convenes for its regular 60-day session.

Youngkin won't send appointments to assembly until January

Gov. Glenn Youngkin says he will not submit further appointments to state boards and commissions to the General Assembly for confirmation until January, when the legislature convenes for its regular 60-day session.

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