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Lawson, Brett

Brett Adams Lawson, 61, of Richmond, VA, passed away peacefully on Monday, October 19, 2026, at VCU Medical Center, surrounded by family as they sang Amazing Grace. He was born on November 24, 1964, in Pittsburgh, PA, to the late…

Jones, Larry

Larry Jones passed away in his sleep on November 2nd, 2026 in Richmond, Virginia at the age of 77.

Gross, Barbara

Barbara Louise Gross, 91, of Richmond, VA, passed away peacefully on October 22, 2026. Born in Washington, D.C., she was the daughter of Charles and Jeanette Hutsler.

Green, William

William Earl Green died at home on October 19, 2026. Born in Brunswick County on March 5, 1948, he was the son of Booker T. Weddington and Mary Green. William Earl (Bill) was a deep listener, a sharp dresser, a…

Letter: Support your local news media

In today's society of sound bites on social media and cable TV news, the ordinary citizen feels like a whisper when the rest of the world has a megaphone. That is why it is refreshing to be able to have…

Letter: Hypocrisy at its finest

I am appalled at the amount of public attention state Sen. Louise Lucas is receiving for serious allegations involving running a business involving medical marijuana. Over the past few years, Trump has pardoned several people already convicted of drug trafficking,…

The Culture Edit, Nov. 9

Anthony Ippolito and Inde Navarrette may not be household names today, but they could be players in the 2026 Oscar race.

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Elaine Luria, center, celebrates with her daughter Violette, left, and her husband Robert Blondin, right, after declaring victory in Virginia’s 2nd District at the Holiday Inn Virginia Beach - Norfolk in Virginia Beach, Va., on Nov. 3, 2026.

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A person becomes emotional as Democratic congressional candidate Shannon Taylor speaks during an election night party, Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2026, in Henrico, Va.

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Democratic congressional candidate Shannon Taylor speaks to members of the press following an election night party, Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2026, in Henrico, Va.

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Democratic congressional candidate Shannon Taylor gives her victory speech at an election night party, Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2026, in Henrico, Va.

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A sign can be seen during an election night party, Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2026, in Henrico, Va.

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Florida safety DJ Coleman defends as Georgia quarterback Gunner Stockton carries the ball during the first quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Oct. 31 in Atlanta.

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Miami quarterback Darian Mensah hands the ball off to running back Mark Fletcher Jr. during the third quarter at Kenan Stadium on Oct. 31 in Chapel Hill, N.C.

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People cast their midterm election ballots Tuesday at a polling station in New York City.

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Voters cast their midterm election ballots Tuesday at a polling station in Ann Arbor, Mich.

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People wait to vote in the midterm elections Tuesday at the Anderson Munger Family YMCA in Los Angeles.

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An election protection volunteer stands outside a polling station Tuesday in Addison, Texas.

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A person walks past the U.S. Capitol building in Washington on Election Day.

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An election official processes ballots Tuesday in Renton, Wash.

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Wisconsin head coach Luke Fickell reacts with a referee during the third quarter against Iowa on Oct. 31 at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City, Iowa.

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Indiana tight end Parker Elmore celebrates with Indiana place kicker Paddy McAteer, right, after McAteer hit a 60-yard field goal to force overtime against Minnesota on Oct. 31 at Memorial Stadium in Bloomington, Ind.

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Charlotte guard Kon Knueppel, left, forward Grant Williams, center, and guard Coby White sit on the bench during the first half against Washington on Oct. 26 at the Spectrum Center in Charlotte, N.C.

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Richmond police and a Richmond Ambulance Authority vehicle responded to Barack Obama Elementary School on Tuesday after someone made a threat against the school, which was being used as a polling place for Election Day.

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Brewers first baseman Jake Bauers, center, cheers during a parade through downtown Milwaukee on Oct. 30, celebrating the team's World Series Championship.

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New York Yankees second baseman Jazz Chisholm Jr. watched his home run total drop from 31 in 2025 to only 19 in 2026. He still stole 41 bases last season.

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Pitcher Tarik Skubal posted a 12-7 record with a 2.73 ERA over 158 2/3 innings with the Los Angeles Dodgers and Detroit Tigers in 2026.

How to dog-proof your car

Husky Liners reports on dog-proofing your car with tips like using custom floor liners, seat covers, and cleaning hacks to keep vehicles safe from muddy paws and fur.

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A happy mixed-breed dog smiling as he sticks his head out the family car's window on a sunny summer day.

Judge tosses Trump’s $10B lawsuit over Epstein letter

A judge in Miami threw out Trump’s $10 billion defamation lawsuit against The Wall Street Journal and Rupert Murdoch, saying the president was “grasping at straws” in challenging reporting on a birthday letter sent to Jeffrey Epstein.

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San Diego Padres pitcher Joe Musgrove missed all of the 2026 regular season due to setbacks in his recovery from Tommy John surgery.

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The New York Yankees won 93 regular season games despite not having injured right fielder Aaron Judge for most of the year.

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The Los Angeles Dodgers will need a healthy Shohei Ohtani if they want to return to the World Series in 2027.

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Democratic congressional candidate Shannon Taylor arrives at J.R. Tucker High School on Election Day, Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2026, in Henrico, Va.

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Chicago Blackhawks defenseman Bowen Byram dives in front of New York Islanders left wing Emil Heineman with out a stick on Oct. 8 at UBS Arena in Elmont, N.Y.

Yellow Roses in a Vase

, 1882, Gustave Caillebotte (French, 1848-1894), oil on canvas, 21 x 18 1/4 in. Dallas Museum of Art, The Eugene and Margaret McDermott Art Fund, Inc., in honor of Janet Kendall Forsythe, 2010.13.McD.

Valle Buona, Monet

Valle Buona, Near Bordighera, 1884, Claude Monet (French, 1840-1926), oil on canvas, 25 3/8 x 36 in. Dallas Museum of Art, gift of the Meadows Foundation, Incorporated, 1981.127.

Apple Harvest, Pissarro

Apple Harvest, 1888, Camille Pissarro (French, born Danish West Indies [present-day US Virgin Islands], 1830-1903), oil on canvas, 24 x 29 1/8 in. Dallas Museum of Art, Munger Fund, 1955.17.M

Mont Saint-Michel, Setting Sun

, 1897, Paul Signac (French, 1863-1935), oil on canvas, 26 x 32 1/8 in. Dallas Museum of Art, The Eugene and Margaret McDermott Art Fund, Inc., bequest of Mrs. Eugene McDermott in honor of Bill Booziotis, 2019.67.25.McD.…

Brioche with Pears, Manet

Brioche with Pears, 1876, Edouard Manet (French, 1832 – 1883), oil on canvas, 18 1/8 x 22 in. Dallas Museum of Art, gift of the Wendy and Emery Reves Foundation, 2024.R.2. Image courtesy Dallas Museum of Art

Still Life: Bouquet and Compotier, Matisse

Still Life: Bouquet and Compotier, 1924, Henri Matisse (French, 1869-1954), oil on canvas, 29 1/4 x 36 1/2 in. Dallas Museum of Art, The Eugene and Margaret McDermott Art Fund, Inc., in honor of Dr. Bryan Williams, 2002.19.McD.

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Philadelphia Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni leaves the field after a game against the Washington Commanders on Nov. 1 at Northwest Stadium in Landover, Md.

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New York Giants head coach John Harbaugh watches game play against the New Orleans Saints on Oct. 18 at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J.

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Kentucky quarterback Kenny Minchey passes during the fourth quarter against Vanderbilt on Oct. 24 at Kroger Field in Lexington, Ky.

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Kentucky head coach Will Stein celebrates an interception during the third quarter against Vanderbilt on Oct. 24 at Kroger Field in Lexington, Ky.

Susan Smith during a court hearing. Convicted child killer Susan Smith, scheduled for a parole hearing 30 years after she let her car roll into a lake with her two toddler sons strapped inside, will remain in prison if the lead trial prosecutor has his way

Susan Smith during a court hearing. Convicted child killer Susan Smith, scheduled for a parole hearing 30 years after she let her car roll into a lake with her two toddler sons strapped inside, will remain in prison if the…

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South Carolina head coach Shane Beamer reacts against Oklahoma on Oct. 31 at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium in Norman, Okla.

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Michigan quarterback Tommy Carr celebrates after scoring a touchdown during the second half against Rutgers on Oct. 31 at SHI Stadium in Piscataway, N.J.