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Police say the 14-year-old suspect is already in custody in another jurisdiction on unrelated...

Teen charged in shooting death of Richmond 13-year-old

Updated: Mar. 24, 2023 at 3:44 PM EDT
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By NBC12 Weather
Police have charges on file for a 14-year-old boy regarding the shooting death of 13-year-old Marquan “Quan” Mitchell-Nash.

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Hurricane Isabel packed winds of 73 mph in Richmond. (Source: NBC12)

Top 5 worst hurricanes to impact Central Virginia

Updated: Jun. 4, 2020 at 5:12 PM EDT
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By NBC12 Weather
This list factors in the amount of damage caused and the number of deaths the storms caused.

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Important message from NBC12 meteorologists on Hurricane Florence

Updated: Sep. 10, 2018 at 6:24 PM EDT
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By NBC12 Weather
Before complaining about disruptions to the regular broadcast schedule, understand Richmond is our home and we want everyone to take this storm seriously and be prepared.

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First Alert: Chris strengthens, Beryl degenerates to a tropical wave

Updated: Jul. 8, 2018 at 6:48 PM EDT
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By NBC12 Weather
A tropical system developed into Hurricane Beryl on Friday, but it's not expected to become a threat to the U.S. mainland,

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First Alert: Summertime heat building

Updated: Jul. 2, 2018 at 6:48 PM EDT
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By NBC12 Weather
Our extended string of hot days has begun, and will peak this weekend through Monday over the mid-Atlantic and Northeast. So far this month of June we've had just a handful of days with 90-degree plus temperatures, so overall we've been pretty lucky. High pressure ridging that's building over the East will assure us of our first real multi-day taste of summer, but hey, it's Richmond, and this is normally what summer is all about. While temperatures will be hot (low to mid 9...

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FIRST ALERT FORECAST: The heat intensifies on Sunday and Monday

Updated: Jul. 1, 2018 at 9:43 AM EDT
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By NBC12 Weather
Get the latest forecast from the NBC12 First Alert Weather team.

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FIRST ALERT WEATHER DAY Tuesday; Heat and storms

Updated: Jun. 18, 2018 at 9:48 PM EDT
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By NBC12 Weather
Get ready for summer's first batch of REALLY hot weather: Next Monday and Tuesday, June 18 and 19, the heat will soar.

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FIRST ALERT: Alberto makes landfall in the Florida Panhandle

Updated: May 28, 2018 at 5:52 PM EDT
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By NBC12 Weather
Alberto expected to make landfall in the Florida Panhandle on Monday

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Wettest May ever: 10 inches of rain have fallen with more on the way

Updated: May 23, 2018 at 10:34 AM EDT
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By NBC12 Weather
With a weak warm front hanging around Northern Virginia, there's some concern a complex of storms could roll out of the blue ridge and head toward Richmond.

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FIRST ALERT: Flooding rain event over, but watching the rivers

Updated: May 20, 2018 at 12:43 PM EDT
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By NBC12 Weather
It's a little early, but the tropics just MIGHT get off to an early start this season. And that tropical moisture could fuel lots of rain in Virginia this week.

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FIRST ALERT: Severe thunderstorm watch until 7 p.m.

Updated: May 10, 2018 at 5:36 PM EDT
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By NBC12 Weather
While many areas will miss out on rain, there's a chance that a few storms could reach severe levels.

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LIVE UPDATES: Tornado warnings in parts of Virginia

Updated: Apr. 15, 2018 at 11:34 PM EDT
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By NBC12 Weather
Sunday is a FIRST ALERT WEATHER DAY for the potential for strong to severe thunderstorms late in the day, mainly from around sunset through the overnight hours.

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FIRST ALERT WEATHER DAY SATURDAY: Rain and sleet/snow possible

Updated: Apr. 7, 2018 at 9:02 PM EDT
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By NBC12 Weather
Signs of some wet snow this Saturday over parts of Virginia are still showing up in the models, although there are significant differences between the two major models, the GFS and Euro, as to snow chances for Richmond.

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FIRST ALERT WEATHER DAY: Strong to severe storms possible Wednesday

Updated: Apr. 4, 2018 at 9:21 AM EDT
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By NBC12 Weather
FIRST ALERT WEATHER DAY for Wednesday because of marginal to slight severe storms risk The Storm Prediction Center (SPC) has put parts of eastern and central Virginia under varying risks for a few severe thunderstorms Wednesday mid-day through late afternoon. Here is their risk map. Note that the RVA area is under "Marginal", while eastern areas are a category higher with "Slight" The threat will be the result of a cold front moving across the regions d...

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FIRST ALERT WEATHER DAY: Snow possible southwest of RVA

Updated: Mar. 24, 2018 at 8:29 AM EDT
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By NBC12 Weather
More Snow This Weekend? That is a possibility. The European model has been consistent over the last couple of days showing a fast moving low pressure system approaching from the west. At the same time, cold air is expected to dive south into Virginia from the north.

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FIRST ALERT WEATHER DAY: Spring snow Wednesday

Updated: Mar. 21, 2018 at 7:57 AM EDT
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By NBC12 Weather
Richmond Virginia expected 1 to 3" of snow with higher amounts North and West.

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FIRST ALERT WEATHER DAYS: Watch for icy spots on roads Tuesday morning

Updated: Mar. 12, 2018 at 11:26 PM EDT
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By NBC12 Weather
March came in like a lion over the Eastern United States with a powerful storm that wreaked havoc from the Mid-Atlantic states up through New England.

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FIRST ALERT: Winds continue through early Saturday

Updated: Mar. 3, 2018 at 8:31 AM EST
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By NBC12 Weather
While there will be rain on Thursday in RVA, we expect it will be "normal" rain. Expect rain to be light or moderate during the morning and midday.  In the afternoon, there MIGHT be a rumble of thunder. But with the forecast trending toward a offshore storm staying CLOSE to the coast, we now expect winds to be quite strong on Friday.  In fact, the National Weather Service might issue a Wind Advisory for parts of our area on Friday

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FIRST ALERT: March could roar in with rain and increasing wind

Updated: Feb. 27, 2018 at 6:00 PM EST
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By NBC12 Weather
As we move into the month of March, a notable change in the overall weather pattern is expected to take place that will ultimately bring temperatures down closer to where they should be at this time of year.

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FIRST ALERT WEATHER DAY: Wintry mix possible Saturday afternoon mainly northern Va

Updated: Feb. 17, 2018 at 10:30 AM EST
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By NBC12 Weather
We're watching SATURDAY for a chance of Snow and some cold rain.  Northern VA and DC have a MUCH better chance than we do in #RVA but it's worth watching.

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FIRST ALERT: Super Bowl Sunday rain

Updated: Feb. 3, 2018 at 6:15 AM EST
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By NBC12 Weather
Super Bowl Sunday will bring Virginia and the mid-Atlantic a decent-sized storm that will have the potential for soaking rainfall and even a little snow or sleet.

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FIRST ALERT WEATHER DAY: Scattered snow showers possible Tuesday

Updated: Jan. 30, 2018 at 5:08 AM EST
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By NBC12 Weather
First Alert Weather Day for later Monday night through early Tuesday for the possibility of snow-showers along with the return of arctic air on brisk northwesterly winds.

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FIRST ALERT: Arctic chill set to return early February

Updated: Jan. 23, 2018 at 5:25 PM EST
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By NBC12 Weather
This January thaw has been nice, and for the most part (a couple cooler snaps mixed in too) will be sticking around into the first day or two of February, but all the signs are pointing to an abrupt return to the deep freeze starting around February 5th or 6th. Once that big eastern trough in the jet stream redevelops, it could stay for quite awhile. Shades of early January? It's too soon to tell on that, but it does appear fairly certain that this warm/mild pattern will be on it...

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FIRST ALERT WEATHER DAY: Strong storms possible

Updated: Jan. 23, 2018 at 9:10 AM EST
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By NBC12 Weather
A strong cold front will be moving through central Virginia on Tuesday morning. Showers are likely with the potential for some thunderstorms as well. While widespread severe weather is not anticipated, there will be strong enough dynamics in the atmosphere such that a few of these storms could turn severe with damaging wind gusts being the main threat. Even an isolated tornado can't be totally ruled out.

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FIRST ALERT WEATHER DAY: Snow day today

Updated: Jan. 17, 2018 at 9:44 PM EST
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By NBC12 Weather
A FIRST ALERT WEATHER DAY has been issued for overnight Tuesday into Wednesday morning for snow

Cold temperatures, fog combine for icy scenes

Updated: Jan. 16, 2018 at 9:40 AM EST
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By NBC12 Weather
What you're seeing out there this morning is actually ice fog - because of the low temperature, the moisture from the fog is sticking to roads, trees and the grass.

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First Alert: Near-record warmth, then another deep freeze

Updated: Jan. 12, 2018 at 5:24 AM EST
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By NBC12 Weather
Wow! The temperature changes in the forecast are pretty amazing. Warm temperatures will be peaking Friday, with record and near record levels hit, followed by an abrupt return to very cold weather beginning Saturday night and Sunday.

First Alert Weather Days through weekend for bitter cold temperatures

Updated: Jan. 6, 2018 at 2:36 PM EST
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By NBC12 Weather
With snow on the ground and arctic air returning to the area, the stage is set for VERY cold temperatures over the next 3 days.

Water main break impacts Chesterfield neighborhood

Updated: Jan. 2, 2018 at 6:39 AM EST
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By NBC12 Weather
Crews said early Tuesday they were in the "wrapping up stages" for the break in the neighborhood on Eastwood Drive, just off Providence Road.

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FIRST ALERT WEATHER DAY: Bundle up for a bitterly cold New Year's Eve

Updated: Dec. 31, 2017 at 7:09 AM EST
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By NBC12 Weather
Another surge of cold, arctic air is expected to arrive in central Virginia during the New Year's Holiday Weekend. In fact, we are expecting temperatures to remain below freezing throughout the day on New Year's Eve and by the time you head outside Sunday evening to celebrate the arrival of 2018, it's going to be frigid.

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What will the weather be like on Christmas?

Updated: Dec. 21, 2017 at 3:22 AM EST
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By NBC12 Weather
What will it be like on Christmas?

Snow cancels Sunday church services

Updated: Dec. 10, 2017 at 9:37 AM EST
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By NBC12 Weather
Several activities have been canceled or postponed due to the snow Saturday, with many churches canceling Sunday services.

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FIRST ALERT: Storm winding down tonight

Updated: Dec. 9, 2017 at 4:42 PM EST
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By NBC12 Weather
Quick bursts of 2 to 4 inches of snow are expected through 10 p.m. Friday.

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FIRST ALERT: Thanksgiving Forecast

Updated: Nov. 22, 2017 at 5:21 AM EST
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By NBC12 Weather
Our holiday blog post with the latest Thanksgiving Day weather outlook!

Tracking Nate: Nate weakened to tropical storm

Updated: Oct. 8, 2017 at 8:52 AM EDT
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By NBC12 Weather
Nate weakened to a tropical storm, as of 8 a.m., with sustained winds of 45 mph.

Tracking Nate: Nate expected to be Cat. 2 when it makes landfall

Updated: Oct. 7, 2017 at 11:11 AM EDT
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By NBC12 Weather
Nate is expected to be a Category 2 hurricane when it makes landfall on the Gulf Coast.

Tracking Nate: Parts of Gulf Coast under a hurricane warning

Updated: Oct. 6, 2017 at 5:38 PM EDT
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By NBC12 Weather
A Hurricane Warning is now in place along parts of the Gulf Coast as Nate is expected to make landfall near Mississippi and Alabama as a Category 1 hurricane on Sunday.

Tropical Storm Nate expected to strengthen; track heads west

Updated: Oct. 5, 2017 at 5:21 PM EDT
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By NBC12 Weather
Tropical Storm Nate has formed near the coast of Nicaragua and may eventually make landfall near New Orleans.

Maria moves away from East Coast

Updated: Sep. 27, 2017 at 10:31 PM EDT
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By NBC12 Weather
Maria is expected to weaken back to Tropical Storm strength on Thursday as it begins to move northeast across the Northern Atlantic Ocean towards the British Isles.

Space station visible Monday evening as it flies across Central VA

Updated: Sep. 25, 2017 at 7:01 AM EDT
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By NBC12 Weather
The International Space Station flies across Central Virginia skies quite often, but the timing and weather conditions don't always align for it to be easily seen.

Maria still a Category 3, moves away from Bahamas

Updated: Sep. 22, 2017 at 11:36 PM EDT
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By NBC12 Weather
Hurricane Maria remained a Category 3 storm on Friday morning with winds of 125 mph.

Maria remains a strong Category 3 storm

Updated: Sep. 21, 2017 at 11:56 PM EDT
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By NBC12 Weather
The track of the center of the storm is expected to remain offshore of the East Coast of the U.S., but coastal areas will likely see high surf, beach erosion and a high risk of rip currents.

Hurricane Maria heads toward Puerto Rico; Jose stays off shore

Updated: Sep. 19, 2017 at 11:46 PM EDT
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By NBC12 Weather
After losing some strength overnight, Hurricane Maria is back to a Category 5 storm on Tuesday.

Maria becomes a Category 5 hurricane; Jose weakens

Updated: Sep. 18, 2017 at 10:47 PM EDT
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By NBC12 Weather
Hurricane Jose -- a Category 1 storm -- is tracking off shore on Monday morning, but Virginia's beaches will see rough surf,

FIRST ALERT WEATHER: Maria develops, threatens Caribbean

Updated: Sep. 16, 2017 at 7:14 PM EDT
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By NBC12 Weather
Tropical Storm Maria has been named as of the 5 pm Saturday, 9/16/17 advisory from the National Hurricane Center (NHC).

Tracking Jose: Upgraded to hurricane; could impact OBX, VA coast

Updated: Sep. 15, 2017 at 5:23 PM EDT
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By NBC12 Weather
Jose has been upgraded to a hurricane again as of the 5pm Friday advisory...It's made a turn to the northwest and that motion is expected to continue into the day Saturday.

Outer Banks now in the 'Cone Zone' for Jose

Updated: Sep. 14, 2017 at 11:38 AM EDT
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By NBC12 Weather
Jose is a Tropical storm now, with sustained winds at 70mph. While it's anticipated to stay over the ocean, the Outer Banks are in the Cone Zone by Monday night/Tuesday morning. Expect rough surf and rip currents.

Tracking Jose: East Coast threat not over yet

Updated: Sep. 13, 2017 at 8:15 AM EDT
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By NBC12 Weather
A change in overnight computer models has once again given uncertainly about Hurricane Jose.

Tracking Jose: Hurricane could get closer to U.S. by Sunday

Updated: Sep. 12, 2017 at 8:02 AM EDT
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By NBC12 Weather
As Irma continues to weaken, we are now focusing on what could eventually happen with Jose.

Irma weakens to a tropical depression

Updated: Sep. 11, 2017 at 10:47 PM EDT
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By NBC12 Weather
Irma has weakened to a tropical depression as it moves through Georgia on Monday evening.

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