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WTVR CBS 6 News Richmond, Virginia @cbs6-richmond.bsky.social · 50m

GeNienne Samuels emcee'd the 11th Annual Fresh Start Breakfast, stressing the need for community members to step up in support of the work done for the most critical needs of those that need it most.

Richmond woman gets fresh start after Central Virginia Legal Aid Society helps erase $16,000 debt

GeNienne Samuels emcee'd the 11th Annual Fresh Start Breakfast, stressing the need for community members to step up in support of the work done for the most critical needs of those that need it most.

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WTVR CBS 6 News Richmond, Virginia @cbs6-richmond.bsky.social · 1h

U.S. President Donald Trump announced on social media Wednesday that Israel and Hamas had agreed to a "first phase" of a deal to secure peace in Gaza.

President Trump announces Israel and Hamas agree to 'first phase' of a peace deal in Gaza

U.S. President Donald Trump announced on social media Wednesday that Israel and Hamas had agreed to a "first phase" of a deal to secure peace in Gaza.

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WTVR CBS 6 News Richmond, Virginia @cbs6-richmond.bsky.social · 1h

A Dinwiddie County mother left her traditional job to start her own permanent jewelry business, allowing her to better care for her 8-year-old son who has autism while giving back to the community that supported her family.

Dinwiddie mom creates jewelry business to spend more time with son who has autism

A Dinwiddie County mother left her traditional job to start her own permanent jewelry business, allowing her to better care for her son who has autism while giving back to the autism community.

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WTVR CBS 6 News Richmond, Virginia @cbs6-richmond.bsky.social · 2h

The Richmond Folk Festival returns to the riverfront for its 21st year, celebrating folk music and community over three days.

Virginia’s most popular folk festival celebrates 21 years of bringing artists together

The Richmond Folk Festival returns to the riverfront for its 21st year, celebrating folk music and community over three days.

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WTVR CBS 6 News Richmond, Virginia @cbs6-richmond.bsky.social · 2h

Richmond Police Chief Rick Edwards announced significant decreases in non-fatal shootings during a news conference, highlighting a 33% reduction during Operation Safe Summer and a 16% decrease year-to-date compared to 2024.

Richmond police report 33% drop in summer shootings, chief proposes gun-free zone in Shockoe Bottom

Richmond Police Chief Rick Edwards announced significant decreases in non-fatal shootings during a news conference, highlighting a 33% reduction during Operation Safe Summer.

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WTVR CBS 6 News Richmond, Virginia @cbs6-richmond.bsky.social · 3h

Henrico parents oppose redistricting proposal moving Maybeury Elementary students to different middle school, citing community concerns.

School leaders explain redistricting proposal that's upset some Henrico parents

Henrico parents oppose redistricting proposal moving Maybeury Elementary students to different middle school, citing community concerns.

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WTVR CBS 6 News Richmond, Virginia @cbs6-richmond.bsky.social · 3h

Thursday, fans gathered at Francine Fest, a fundraiser event held at the Mainline Brewery in Richmond.

Community comes together to celebrate Francine's return to Richmond! 🐱❤️

Thursday, fans gathered at Francine Fest, a fundraiser event held at the Mainline Brewery in Richmond.

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WTVR CBS 6 News Richmond, Virginia @cbs6-richmond.bsky.social · 4h

Former Democratic Congresswoman Abigail Spanberger and Republican Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears are set to meet Thursday in what is their first and likely only debate.

What's really at stake when Spanberger and Earle-Sears debate Thursday night?

Former Democratic Congresswoman Abigail Spanberger and Republican Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears are set to meet Thursday in what is their first and likely only debate.

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WTVR CBS 6 News Richmond, Virginia @cbs6-richmond.bsky.social · 4h

A multi-vehicle crash on Interstate 95 North in Richmond is causing miles of backups.

Multi-vehicle crash on I-95 North in Richmond causes miles of delays

A multi-vehicle crash on Interstate 95 North in Richmond is causing miles of backups, according to VDOT.

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WTVR CBS 6 News Richmond, Virginia @cbs6-richmond.bsky.social · 4h

A woman was charged for bringing a loaded gun to Highland Springs High School Wednesday morning, according to Henrico Police.

Henrico woman charged for bringing loaded gun to Highland Springs High School

A woman was charged for bringing a loaded gun to Highland Springs High School Wednesday morning, according to Henrico Police.

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WTVR CBS 6 News Richmond, Virginia @cbs6-richmond.bsky.social · 5h

Mainline Brewery in Richmond will host a “Francine Fest” community event on Wednesday to celebrate the homecoming.

Francine Fest will celebrate Richmond's most famous cat

Mainline Brewery in Richmond will host a “Francine Fest” community event on Wednesday to celebrate the homecoming.

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WTVR CBS 6 News Richmond, Virginia @cbs6-richmond.bsky.social · 6h

An officer was injured while police were arresting a Chesterfield County man at Richmond International Airport on Tuesday morning.

Officer injured while trying to arrest man after alleged assault at Richmond International Airport

An officer was injured while police were arresting a Chesterfield County man at Richmond International Airport on Tuesday morning.

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WTVR CBS 6 News Richmond, Virginia @cbs6-richmond.bsky.social · 6h

A man suffered life-threatening injuries in a stabbing in Petersburg on Wednesday, Crime Insider sources tell Jon Burkett.

Man suffers life-threatening injuries in Petersburg stabbing, Crime Insider sources tell Jon Burkett

A man suffered life-threatening injuries in a stabbing in Petersburg on Wednesday, Crime Insider sources tell Jon Burkett.

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WTVR CBS 6 News Richmond, Virginia @cbs6-richmond.bsky.social · 7h

💔 The Hanover County Sheriff's Office has identified the woman killed in a crash on Tuesday morning.

Sheriff's office IDs woman killed in Hanover wreck

The Hanover County Sheriff's Office has identified the woman killed in a crash along Verdon Road on Tuesday morning.

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WTVR CBS 6 News Richmond, Virginia @cbs6-richmond.bsky.social · 7h

The Hanover County Sheriff's Office has identified the woman killed in a crash along Verdon Road on Tuesday morning.

Sheriff's office IDs woman killed in Hanover wreck

The Hanover County Sheriff's Office has identified the woman killed in a crash along Verdon Road on Tuesday morning.

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WTVR CBS 6 News Richmond, Virginia @cbs6-richmond.bsky.social · 9h

Days after her return to Richmond was announced, beloved Lowe's cat Francine is continuing to make an impact.

Richmond Animal Care and Control selling 'Team Francine' shirts to benefit trap, neuter, return organization

Days after her return to Richmond was announced, beloved Lowe's cat Francine is continuing to make an impact.

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WTVR CBS 6 News Richmond, Virginia @cbs6-richmond.bsky.social · 13h

Morning showers will become widely scattered, with late day clearing. The high will be in the mid 70s.

Expect scattered morning showers with late day clearing in Richmond

Morning showers will become widely scattered, with late day clearing. The high will be in the mid 70s.

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WTVR CBS 6 News Richmond, Virginia @cbs6-richmond.bsky.social · 13h

Henrico County parents and community members gathered Tuesday night to share their thoughts on a controversial school redistricting proposal that could affect 11 schools in the district.

Henrico parents give feedback on school redistricting plans at community meeting

Henrico County parents and community members gathered Tuesday night to share their thoughts on a controversial school redistricting proposal that could affect 11 schools in the district.

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WTVR CBS 6 News Richmond, Virginia @cbs6-richmond.bsky.social · 15h

Screams, chainsaws, and ritual chanting are just some of the sounds you'll hear coming from the woods at one of Virginia's newest Halloween scary spots — the Nefarious Haunt Experience.

Haunted Halloween trail opens at Virginia winery with scare actors and escape elements

Screams, chainsaws, and ritual chanting are just some of the sounds you'll hear coming from the woods at one of Virginia's newest Halloween scary spots — the Nefarious Haunt Experience.

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WTVR CBS 6 News Richmond, Virginia @cbs6-richmond.bsky.social · 20h

A girl was stabbed in the back of her head during an incident that also involved gunfire Tuesday night in South Richmond, Crime Insider sources tell Jon Burkett.

Girl stabbed, shots fired during fight in Richmond, Crime Insider sources say

A girl was stabbed in the back of her head during an incident that also involved gunfire Tuesday night in Richmond, Crime Insider sources tell Jon Burkett.

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WTVR CBS 6 News Richmond, Virginia @cbs6-richmond.bsky.social · 21h

Henrico Police are still searching for suspects after a 19-year-old was shot and killed at an apartment complex off Fairfield Avenue over the weekend.

Doorbell video shows men police want to question in fatal Henrico shooting

Henrico Police are still searching for suspects after a 19-year-old was shot and killed at an apartment complex off Fairfield Avenue over the weekend.

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WTVR CBS 6 News Richmond, Virginia @cbs6-richmond.bsky.social · 23h

The Virginia Department of Health (VDH) did not use millions of federal dollars meant for healthcare facility oversight in recent years, according to the federal government.

Federal government says Virginia didn’t use millions meant for nursing home oversight: 'Really troubling'

The Virginia Department of Health (VDH) did not use millions of federal dollars meant for healthcare facility oversight in recent years, according to the federal government.

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WTVR CBS 6 News Richmond, Virginia @cbs6-richmond.bsky.social · 1d

Dinwiddie toppled long-standing Varina for the #1 spot on the CBS 6/910 The Fan High School Coaches Poll for Week 7.

Dinwiddie dethrones Varina on CBS 6/910 The Fan high school football poll

Dinwiddie toppled long-standing Varina for the #1 spot on the CBS 6/910 The Fan High School Coaches Poll for Week 7.

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WTVR CBS 6 News Richmond, Virginia @cbs6-richmond.bsky.social · 1d

Richmond novelist David Baldacci's joint $13-million donation with VCU and Library of Virginia will help foster civil discourse initiative promoting nonpartisan political dialogue.

David Baldacci hopes $13 million donation helps heal our political divide

Richmond novelist David Baldacci's joint $13-million donation with VCU and Library of Virginia will help foster civil discourse initiative promoting nonpartisan political dialogue.

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WTVR CBS 6 News Richmond, Virginia @cbs6-richmond.bsky.social · 1d

Gov. Glenn Youngkin is calling on Democratic leadership to tell Jay Jones to step down from the attorney general race after text messages surfaced showing Jones making violent comments about a Republican lawmaker and his children.

Youngkin calls for Democratic leaders to tell Jay Jones to step down from AG race

Gov. Glenn Youngkin is calling on Democratic leadership to tell Jay Jones to step down from the attorney general race after his 2022 text messages surfaced.

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