One person flown to hospital after Chesterfield crash
One person was flown to the hospital via helicopter after a Monday evening crash in Chesterfield County.
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Hanover Humane Society concerned over potential impacts of proposed warehouse development
The Hanover Humane Society is raising concerns about the impacts a proposed warehouse development could have on the animals in its care.
Staffer at center of Richmond's solar panel controversy speaks, says he's just a scapegoat
The staffer at the center of the controversy that put an end to Richmond's solar panel project says he's just being used as a scapegoat, as he had little to do with the proposal in the first place.
'I don't think they understand': Mother drops off film to be developed, Walgreens says it went missing
A Henrico family is questioning Walgreens after the film they dropped off to be developed went missing.
34-year-old woman thrown from truck, killed in Brunswick crash
A 34-year-old woman is dead after state police say she was ejected from her truck during a crash in Brunswick County on Saturday.
7 hospitalized after crash involving GRTC bus in Chesterfield
Seven people are in the hospital after a crash involving a bus in Chesterfield County on Monday
Tractor-trailer crashes shut down I-95 North in Hanover
All northbound lanes of Interstate 95 are closed in Hanover County on Monday evening due to two tractor-trailer crashes.
The 8-Bit Show: Crunchyroll talks fall 2026 Anime and what’s coming to New York Comic Con
Host Hekla Petursson chats with Tim Lyu from Crunchyroll about the fall 2026 anime season, how you can get started on your anime journey, and the shows we are loving!
Virginians considering enshrining reproductive rights in state constitution
Virginians will see three proposed constitutional amendments on their ballot when they go to vote in this year’s midterm elections. One of them would enshrine abortion and other reproductive rights in the state constitution.
Virginia secures legal victory in fight to defend in-state tuition for undocumented, refugee students
Virginia was handed a significant legal victory in its fight to defend its law that allows qualifying undocumented and refugee students to pay in-state tuition rates.
Powhatan restaurant Mabel's to close later this month
A Powhatan County restaurant known for its elaborate milkshakes and burgers is closing its doors later this month.
Detached trailer driver charged after crashing into Chesterfield Fire engine while responding to fire
A detached trailer driver is facing charges after crashing into a Chesterfield County Fire and EMS engine while responding to a Monday morning fire.
Spanberger gets delivery of Virginia pumpkins to celebrate October
Gov. Abigail Spanberger welcomed the fall harvest with a delivery of Virginia-grown pumpkins to the Executive Mansion on Monday.
New Kent leaders reject proposed 2-year data center moratorium
New Kent County leaders rejected a proposed two-year moratorium last week that would have temporarily blocked new data centers from being built in the county for two years.
Henrico childcare facility director found guilty of failure to report abuse
The director of a Henrico childcare facility was found guilty on one of two charges of failure to report abuse and neglect after an employee at that facility was charged with the assault and battery of seven children in July.
Kids These Days RVA: Shining a light on infant loss with Yellow Butterfly Box creator
Yellow Butterfly Box creator Michelle Brown is turning her pain into purpose. After experiencing pregnancy loss, Brown started Yellow Butterfly Box to help moms and families heal. She puts together "hope boxes" filled with self-care items to remind moms that they are loved. Kids These Days RVA hosts Katie Wells and…
8News learns about container gardening with Lewis Ginter
8News got a visit from two special guests with Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden on Monday to talk about container gardening.
8News gets sneak peek of 2nd annual Francine Fest
8News got a visit from a special guest on Monday to talk about the 2nd annual Francine Fest and how people can help celebrate Richmond's beloved Lowe's cat.
Richmond Fire Department gears up for National Fire Prevention Week
The Richmond Fire Department is gearing up to observe one of the nation's oldest public health observances, National Fire Prevention Week.
Man faces 100 additional child sexual abuse material charges in Orange
A man is facing 100 additional child sexual abuse material (CSAM) charges in Orange County after he was already charged with animal sex crimes over the summer.
Richmond's beloved Sunday Bagel pop-up opens storefront in Jackson Ward neighborhood
Richmond's beloved Sunday Bagel pop-up has opened a storefront in the Jackson Ward neighborhood.
Virginia approves $98 million transmission line project for Eli Lilly's facilities in Goochland
Virginia has approved a $98 million transmission line project to power pharmaceutical giant Eli Lilly's facilities in Goochland County.
Human remains found off I-95 in Henrico, police say
Human remains were found in a wooded area just off Interstate 95 in Henrico County on Sunday, according to police.
Human remains found off I-95 in Henrico, police say
Human remains were found in a wooded area just off Interstate 95 in Henrico County on Sunday, according to police.
Human remains found in Middlesex County amid search for 61-year-old man
Human remains were found in Middlesex County Sunday evening as search efforts remain underway for a 61-year-old man who went missing two weeks ago.
Richmond's 2nd Street Festival celebrates historic Jackson Ward
Richmond's 2nd Street Festival returned for its 38th year over the weekend to celebrate the River City's historic Jackson Ward and its culture and history.
New jury duty scam out of Chesterfield getting more elaborate for less money
A new jury duty scam out of Chesterfield is making it even harder to spot the red flags in these common tricks. Scammers aren't just after thousands of dollars anymore, they're taking whatever they can get.
67-year-old driver injured after head-on crash in Prince George
A 67-year-old woman was injured after a head-on crash Sunday afternoon in Prince George.
71-year-old man charged with DUI after wrong-way crash with Virginia State Police car
A man was charged with driving under the influence after a wrong-way crash into a state trooper on Interstate 295 in Prince George County early Sunday morning.
60-year-old pedestrian killed in Dinwiddie crash
A 60-year-old man died Friday evening after he was hit by a car on Route 1 in Dinwiddie.
Man shot at motel in Richmond's North Side
A man was hospitalized after a shooting at a motel in Richmond's North Side on Saturday night.
Richmond selects local firm to turn city-owned parking lot into affordable housing
Richmond has selected a local developer to help turn a city-owned parking lot into nearly 200 units of affordable housing.
Experts share importance of sexual misconduct education amid investigation at Trinity Episcopal
Advocates are sharing the importance of education and accountability as an investigation into sexual misconduct at Trinity Episcopal School continues.
Heights Church to provide 1,000 Christmas gifts to children in Greater Richmond area
Christmas is coming a bit early this year for 1,000 children across the Greater Richmond region.
39-year-old man dead, 3 people detained after shooting in Henrico
One person is dead and three people were detained after a shooting Friday evening in Henrico County.
PHOTOS: 5th annual Dachtoberfest at Richmond Raceway
The 5th annual Dachtoberfest filled the Richmond Raceway with dozens of smiles and short legs on Saturday.
Prince George police ask public for information after shots fired at apartment complex
Police are asking the public for information after a shooting incident early Saturday morning at an apartment complex in Prince George.
Chesterfield police employee accused of misusing Flock cameras renews debate over license plate camera safeguards
The arrest of a Chesterfield County police employee accused of misusing the department’s Flock automatic license plate reader (ALPR) system is reigniting debate over how the technology should be used in Virginia.
Man hospitalized after shooting in Richmond's South Side
A man has been hospitalized after a shooting in Richmond's South Side early Saturday morning.
Avula says solar panel project's 'legitimacy' is at risk due to potential conflict of interest
Mayor Danny Avula is reversing course on a proposed solar panel project due to a potential conflict of interest that may threaten its "legitimacy."
New documents detail moments leading up to VDOT shooting
New documents reveal the moments leading up to a shooting that left two Virginia Department of Transportation contractors dead while they were on the job and how law enforcement tracked down the suspect.
Richmond DPU supervisor stole $18,000 worth of wire, sold it for fraction of the cost: OIG
A now-former supervisor with Richmond's Department of Public Utilities (DPU) stole nearly $18,000 worth of wire spools from the city over the course of several months and sold them for a fraction of their cost, per a new report from the city's Office of the Inspector General (OIG).
Legendary AAU basketball coach Tony Squire reflects on nearly 40-year career
Legendary Richmond AAU basketball coach Tony Squire reflects on his historic career and how he introduced AAU basketball to the Greater Richmond area.
Local breast radiologist urges women not to skip mammograms during Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month — a time to educate people about breast cancer, the most commonly diagnosed cancer in women.
24-year-old arrested after nearly $50K stolen in computer fraud
A 24-year-old Wisconsin man has been arrested after nearly $50,000 was stolen from a Hanover resident through computer fraud.
Department of Wildlife Resources' annual 'Restore the Wild' artwork competition submissions now open
Break out the paint, pencils or pastels -- submissions to the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources' (DWR) annual "Restore the Wild" artwork competition opened Thursday.
The Setlist: Band Angine de Poitrine entertains Iron Blossom crowd behind elaborate costumes
Still thinking about Iron Blossom Music Festival? So are The Setlist hosts Melissa Chase and Anson Kessinger. One band that caught chase's attention was experimental rock duo Angine de Poitrine. Behind polka-dot papier-mache masks, the pair entertained the crowd on Sunday, Sept. 27 at Midtown Green for the 4th annual…
Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden stops paying health benefits for employees on strike
The Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden has stopped paying health benefits for all employees who went on strike over what they say are unfair labor practices.
Fourth arrest made in connection to August VSU shooting
An 18-year-old Richmond man was arrested Friday in connection to the August shooting at Virginia State University (VSU) that injured five people.
The Political Recap: President Trump using taxpayer dollars for ads?
Capitol Bureau reporter Tyler Englander breaks down what you missed in Virginia politics this week.
'Trashed Panda' is back: Ashland's drunk raccoon gets Halloween merch
Nearly a year after a drunken raccoon turned a Hanover County ABC store into its personal playground, the infamous "Trashed Panda" is back from the dead — this time in Halloween-themed merch.
8News stretches with Midtown Yoga for Fitness Friday
8News got a visit from a special guest with Midtown Yoga for this Fitness Friday.
Over $200K in illegal drugs seized across Virginia in one week: VSP
Over $200,000 worth of illegal drugs were recovered last week by Virginia State Police (VSP) as part of its crime suppression operations.
8News gets sneak peek of Taste the Music 2026
8News got a visit from a special guest with Music Orchard Richmond on Friday for a sneak peek of their upcoming "Taste the Music" event.
Chesterfield intelligence investigator accused of misusing Flock cameras, police say
After an "exhaustive criminal investigation," a Chesterfield County intelligence investigator is accused of misusing the Flock automatic license plate camera (ALPR) system after police say she invaded people's privacy using police databases.
Great 8 Events: 2nd Street Festival returns
The 38th annual 2nd Street Festival is taking over Richmond's Jackson Ward neighborhood on Oct. 3 and Oct. 4.
Nearly $30M in Shoosmith Landfill transfers under scrutiny as former owners become fugitives
A new fight in the bankruptcy case of the troubled Shoosmith Landfill is putting nearly $30 million in transfers made prior to the bankruptcy filings under scrutiny -- and indictments of the former owners are also complicating the investigation.
Henrico leaders plan New Market Heights Trail to preserve historic battlefield
Henrico County leaders announced plans Thursday to preserve the land with the New Market Heights Trail, marking the battle's 162nd anniversary.
Woman charged with indecent exposure after incident at Richmond middle school
A woman was charged with indecent exposure and disorderly conduct after an altercation with students at Martin Luther King Middle School on Wednesday.
'It is unacceptable': NAACP demands action after Nolan Wells deepfake targets Huguenot football player
The NAACP branches of Richmond and Chesterfield are calling out what they say is a pattern of racial incidents, after a Chesterfield County student posted an altered image targeting a Richmond student.
All About Books: 'The Librarians' Director Kim Snyder reveals impacts of banned books in documentary
Director Kim Snyder sat down on All About Books with Deanna Allbrittin to discuss what prompted her to make the documentary "The Librarians", what she's learned and the warning she has for viewers.
New bills aim to prevent sexual assaults on college campuses, support survivors amid Cornell rape allegations
As a gang rape allegation at Cornell University makes national headlines, two new bills introduced by U.S. Sen. Tim Kaine (D-Va.) aim to prevent sexual assaults on college campuses and support student survivors.
21-year-old man shot multiple times, killed in Mecklenburg
A man is dead after he was shot multiple times in Mecklenburg County on Wednesday.
8Sports Blitz: Week 6 Scores and Highlights
Week 6 of the high school football season kicked off on Thursday, Oct. 1. How did Central Virginia schools stack up this week?
Richmond leaders introduce changes to proposed solar project
City leaders are exploring all options to bring solar energy to Richmond after city council voted to reject the resolution.
Up to $15,000 reward offered for answers in Richmond man's death
Months after a 38-year-old Richmond man was killed in Henrico County, the FBI is offering up to $15,000 for information leading to the arrest of the man believed to be responsible.
Trinity Episcopal students accused of sexual misconduct, sharing photos of others without consent
Several Richmond high schoolers are at the center of an investigation into alleged criminal sexual misconduct, nonconsensual sharing of photos and other concerning behaviors.
'System failed them': Inconsistencies in CPS practices can be deadly
A one-month-old died from cocaine toxicity even after Child Protective Services was notified she was born with substances in her system. Baby L. C. died in June at a motel in Henrico. Her parents are now both charged with homicide.
Gov. Abigail Spanberger unveils new energy plan
Governor Abigail Spanberger (D-Virginia) is unveiling Virginia’s new energy plan.
Child hospitalized after elementary school bus crashes in Prince George
A child is in the hospital after a school bus carrying dozens of elementary schoolers was involved in a crash in Prince George County on Thursday.
16-year-old boy accused of killing 17-year-old girl in Richmond
A 16-year-old boy is facing murder charges after a 17-year-old girl was shot and killed inside a Richmond apartment on Sunday.
Loose emu caught in Prince George, authorities searching for owner
A runaway emu gave animal control officers in Prince George County a workout on Thursday.
Virginia to get 11 new historical highway markers, 5 in Central Virginia
The Virginia Department of Historic Resources (DHR) has approved 11 new historical highway markers, including five in Central Virginia.
20-year-old wanted on a dozen charges arrested by Henrico Police
A 20-year-old man previously wanted on a dozen charges, including abduction, burglary and malicious wounding, has been arrested by Henrico County authorities.
83-year-old inmate dies after being found unresponsive at Richmond County correctional center
An 83-year-old inmate died after being found unresponsive at Haynesville Correctional Center in Richmond County in late September.
Derek Hough of 'Dancing with the Stars' waltzing into Richmond for festive holiday tour
Derek Hough of “Dancing with the Stars” is waltzing into Richmond with his new holiday live dance production in early December.
Allianz Richmond Marathon weekend completely sells out
All three distances of the Allianz Richmond Marathon weekend have sold out.
Submissions open for 2027 Remarkable Women Contest
Do you know an inspiring woman making a difference in Central Virginia? You can nominate them for the chance to be honored as a 2027 Remarkable Woman.
33-year-old New York man dies in fiery Cumberland crash
A 33-year-old New York man died Monday after a Tesla caught fire in a single-vehicle crash in Cumberland County.
8News gets sneak peek of new play 'Dog Mom' to help support shelter animals
8News was joined by several special guests with the new play "Dog Mom" on Thursday to talk about how people can support shelter animals and local theater.
8News' Matt DiNardo launches specialty cookies to benefit heart disease research
8News got a visit from chief meteorologist Matt DiNardo, one of Central Virginia’s five “Leaders of Impact,” to discuss the launch of specialty cookies benefiting heart disease research.
61-year-old Glen Allen man killed in single-vehicle crash in Hanover
A 61-year-old Glen Allen man is dead after a single-vehicle crash in Hanover County late Friday night.
Virginia farmers can move more hay under temporary drought exemption
Farmers across the commonwealth can now transport larger bales of hay Thursday under a state carrier exemption during a statewide shortage due to the drought.
Mother-daughter duo shares special connection to Henrico Doctors' NICU babies
In the quiet halls of the Henrico Doctors' Hospital Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), where every tiny cry marks a monumental milestone, Nurse Shaunique Songui moves softly through her night shift.
Higher costs to hunt, fish in Virginia go into effect on Oct. 1
Starting Oct. 1, Virginia has increased hunting, fishing and trapping licenses by $5.
Richmond survivor turns painful past into fashion show for domestic violence awareness
As National Domestic Violence Awareness Month begins, a Richmond woman is using her experience as a survivor to empower others.
Missing 17-year-old King George girl could be in danger
A missing 17-year-old girl who was last seen getting into an Uber in King George County could be in danger.
Man fighting for life after shooting in Richmond's Northside
A man is fighting for his life after a shooting in Richmond's Northside on Wednesday.
'It is scary': Richmond recovery advocates weigh in on highly potent opioid
A new class of synthetic opioids is raising alarms in hospitals and in the drug recovery field.
Jim Ukrop’s family remembers his lasting legacy in Richmond
The family of Jim Ukrop is sharing his legacy after his death last week.
Rabid bat found inside someone's bedroom in Hopewell
A bat found inside a Hopewell resident's bedroom has tested positive for rabies, state health officials said.
VSU hit with lawsuit claiming discrimination against Christian student groups
Virginia State University is facing a federal lawsuit after two student Christian groups say they’re being discriminated against. They claim the university updated its policy and put the school minister in charge of overseeing the two groups, but not other religious groups.
Local nonprofit Sylvia's Sisters provides Richmond-area schools with period products
A local nonprofit is providing Richmond-area students with access to period products.
Two feral cats test positive for rabies in Lancaster in September
A second feral cat has tested positive for rabies in Lancaster County within the month of September.
8Sports Blitz Podcast and Great 8 Rankings: Week 6
Week Six of the 2026 high school football season kicks off on October 1st, and each week the 8Sports team releases the 8Sports Blitz Great 8 Rankings and Podcast. This week Midlothian debuted in the rankings.
8News Reel Talk: 'Primetime' movie review
In this episode of 8News Reel Talk, Julia Broberg is joined by Liz Carey to discuss Lance Oppenheim's "Primetime."
1-month-old died from cocaine toxicity at Henrico motel, medical examiner says
The death of a one-month-old girl was caused by cocaine toxicity, and her manner of death has been ruled a homicide, according to the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner. The baby's parents were arrested and charged following her death in June at a Henrico County motel.
2 dead, plus accused gunman, after triple shooting at United Rentals in Manassas
Jennie Dean Elementary School was placed on a "secure the building" status Wednesday morning, prompting police activity and road closures in Manassas.
'Wave of Light' event to help women cope with pregnancy, infant loss
October is National Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month. A special guest joined 8News at 9 on Wednesday to share about a business helping women cope with loss ahead of an event on Remembrance Day.
ArtoberVA to celebrate local arts, culture all October
A celebration of arts and culture will return this October with opportunities to enjoy the local art scene all month long.