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Chesterfield

One man is dead following a shooting outside Chippenham Hospital.

Police investigate deadly shooting outside Chippenham Hospital

Updated: 8 minutes ago
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By 12 On Your Side Digital Team
One man is dead following a shooting outside Chippenham Hospital.

Tri-cities

Major shake-up for Hopewell City Council as voters elect 5 new members

Major shake-up for Hopewell City Council as voters elect 5 new members

Updated: 9 hours ago
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By Maggie Glass
Hopewell voters elected five new members to City Council on Tuesday, and all incumbents who ran for re-election were voted out.

Henrico

Officers responded to the area of Skipwith and Anoka roads around 7:05 p.m. and found an...

Crash brings down power lines, closes Skipwith Road in Henrico

Updated: 11 hours ago
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By 12 On Your Side Digital Team
Officers responded to the area of Skipwith and Anoka roads and found an overturned vehicle and a snapped utility pole.

12 About Town

Barbie™: A Cultural Icon traces the 65-year history of Barbie® through fashion, media, and...

From Barbie to breaking barriers: 3 historic women to lead discussion at VMHC

Updated: 13 hours ago
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By Tate Eisworth
Three historic women are set to participate in a panel discussion at the Virginia Museum of History & Culture.

Chesterfield

The Chesterfield Public Library is seeking public input on the Ettrick-Matoaca Library expansion.

Chesterfield seeks community feedback for Ettrick-Matoaca Library expansion

Updated: 13 hours ago
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By Tate Eisworth
The Chesterfield Public Library is seeking public input on the Ettrick-Matoaca Library expansion.

Chesterfield

Chesterfield home catches fire after being struck by lightning.

Chesterfield house fire displaces 1 person

Updated: 13 hours ago
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By Tate Eisworth
Chesterfield Fire and EMS crews responded to a report of a house fire on Friday morning in the 12800 block of Donegal Drive.

State

Students march across the Radford University campus Friday following the university's decision...

Radford University students hold walkout over handling of sexual assault allegations

Updated: 14 hours ago
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By Ben Wolf
Students at Radford University held a walkout Friday as some student government leaders criticized how the administration has responded to sexual assault allegations on campus.

Hanover

Officers were called to an ABC store to apprehend an unusual suspect: a very intoxicated raccoon.

‘Remarkable’: Drunk raccoon leads to $250,000 for Hanover Animal Control

Updated: 14 hours ago
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By Taylor Bryan
Nearly a year after a drunk raccoon was captured in a Hanover County ABC store, a campaign tied to the animal has raised $250,000 for Hanover County Animal Control.

Richmond

Richmond police are looking for the driver involved in a deadly hit-and-run on Friday, Nov. 6.

Man arrested after deadly hit-and-run in Richmond

Updated: 15 hours ago
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By 12 On Your Side Digital Team
Richmond police say a 47-year-old man was arrested after a deadly hit-and-run on East Main Street on Friday morning.

Safety

Columbia Gas of Virginia, through the NiSource Charitable Foundation and in partnership with...

Columbia Gas donates hundreds of carbon monoxide alarms

Updated: 16 hours ago
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By Mya Harrison
Columbia Gas of Virginia, through the NiSource Charitable Foundation and in partnership with the Virginia Fire Chiefs Association, is donating nearly 600 carbon monoxide alarms to 15 fire and emergency departments across Virginia.
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Richmond

RVA Light figures out the next steps after a 3-alarm fire tore through the community hub.

Nonprofit figuring out next steps after 3-alarm fire damages resource hub

Updated: 17 hours ago
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By Desiree Montilla
The fire caused significant damage to the nonprofit's space.

State

Virginia State Police is investigating a double fatal crash on I-95 North.

Child, adult dead in I-95 crash overnight

Updated: 20 hours ago
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By 12 On Your Side Digital Team
Virginia State Police is investigating a double fatal crash on I-95 North.

12 Out the Door

Join Digital Anchor Amaya Mitchell for 12 Out the Door, weekdays at 10 a.m. — your news in...

12 Out the Door: Friday, November 6

Updated: 22 hours ago
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By Amaya Mitchell
12 Out the Door: Friday, November 6

Henrico

Henrico County Division of Fire is mourning the death of an 18-year veteran firefighter who...

Henrico Fire mourns death of 18-year veteran firefighter

Updated: Nov. 6, 2026 at 7:17 AM EST
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By 12 On Your Side Digital Team
Henrico County Division of Fire is mourning the death of an 18-year veteran firefighter who died off duty earlier this week.

Richmond

More than 60% of Richmond voters approved a 1% sales tax for local school construction on...

Richmond mayor outlines tax changes after voters approve school sales tax

Updated: Nov. 6, 2026 at 6:57 AM EST
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By Taylor Bryan
Richmond voters approved a 1% sales tax for school construction, and Mayor Danny Avula breaks down the timeline of when it'll go into effect.

24/7 First Alert Weather

Wintry weather on Sunday night and Monday could cause power outages in Central Virginia.

Here’s how to check and report power outages

Updated: Nov. 6, 2026 at 6:46 AM EST
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By 12 On Your Side Newsroom
Here's how to check and report power outages in your area.

Henrico

Henrico Police were called to the scene of a three-vehicle crash in the intersection of Gayton...

2 people taken to hospital after vehicle crashes into Henrico building

Updated: Nov. 6, 2026 at 6:40 AM EST
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By 12 On Your Side Digital Team
Henrico Police were called to the scene of a three-vehicle crash in the intersection of Gayton Road and Ridgefield Parkway.

Politics

Jackie McDonnough speaking at a forum with voters in August.

DSA-endorsed candidates win offices across U.S., including in Richmond

Updated: Nov. 5, 2026 at 9:11 PM EST
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By Maggie Glass
Jackie McDonnough, a longtime educator, defeated Ann Holton to represent the 6th District on the Richmond School Board.

Richmond

Lunch being served inside Lucille Brown Middle School

Richmond Public Schools facing cafeteria staff shortage

Updated: Nov. 5, 2026 at 8:10 PM EST
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By Madison McNamee
Richmond Public Schools faces shortage in cafeteria shortage. School nutrition director says about 30 positions are vacant division wide

Richmond

More than a dozen animal shelters are participating in "Rescue Roundup."

‘Rescue Roundup’: Animal shelters band together to help find new homes for pets

Updated: Nov. 5, 2026 at 8:01 PM EST
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By Cherisse Hoffman
More than a dozen animal shelters are participating in an adoption event at Richmond Animal League.

Richmond

Two people are dead and seven others were injured in a shooting in Shockoe Bottom early...

Shockoe Bottom mass shooting suspect pleads guilty to 2 charges

Updated: Nov. 5, 2026 at 7:06 PM EST
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By 12 On Your Side Digital Team
One of five men arrested in connection with a mass shooting in Shockoe Bottom has reached a plea deal on two charges.

Richmond

Winterworld at CarMax Park

Winter is coming: Inaugural WinterWorld schedule revealed

Updated: Nov. 5, 2026 at 6:27 PM EST
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By Tate Eisworth
804Live has released the event schedule for the inaugural WinterWorld at CarMax Park.

New Kent County

Virginia Derby to remain Kentucky Derby qualifying race for third straight year

Updated: Nov. 5, 2026 at 5:22 PM EST
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By Oliver Sabo
The Virginia Derby at Colonial Downs Racetrack has retained its designation as an official qualifying race on the Road to the Kentucky Derby.

RVA Parenting

Area families preparing for the holidays must book several popular regional Christmas events...

Holiday events in Richmond require early booking for 2026 season

Updated: Nov. 5, 2026 at 4:18 PM EST
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By Sarah Bloom
Area families preparing for the holidays must book several popular regional Christmas events ahead of time.

State

A line of people and a protest outside The State Corporation Commission Thursday afternoon.

SCC holds public hearing over Dominion Energy, NextEra Energy proposed merger

Updated: Nov. 5, 2026 at 3:26 PM EST
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By Henry Graff
A line of people and a protest happened outside The State Corporation Commission during a public hearing over the proposed Dmerger.

Hanover

Ashland police say four people have been arrested in a joint investigation for prostitution...

4 arrested in Ashland prostitution investigation

Updated: Nov. 5, 2026 at 2:58 PM EST
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By 12 On Your Side Digital Team
Ashland police say four people have been arrested in a joint investigation for prostitution activity.

Hanover

Hanover Sheriff's Office

Route 54 reopens after barricade situation in Hanover

Updated: Nov. 5, 2026 at 2:18 PM EST
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By 12 On Your Side Digital Team
Deputies said a woman safely left the home unharmed.

12 Out the Door

Join Digital Anchor Amaya Mitchell for 12 Out the Door, weekdays at 10 a.m. — your news in...

12 Out the Door: Thursday, November 5

Updated: Nov. 5, 2026 at 9:58 AM EST
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By Amaya Mitchell
Welcome to 12 Out the Door!

Richmond

Volunteers and advocates gathered for a watch party centered around the reproductive rights...

Lawsuit challenges Virginia reproductive rights amendment after voters approve it

Updated: Nov. 5, 2026 at 6:03 AM EST
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By Maggie Glass
The amendment centers on abortion rights and other reproductive health care.

Richmond

Jackie McDonnough speaking at a forum with voters in August.

‘I feel humbled;’ Jackie McDonnough elected to Richmond School Board

Updated: Nov. 4, 2026 at 10:02 PM EST
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By Maggie Glass
McDonnough said moving forward her priorities include more transparency around where city money is going, looking at facilities plans, and getting the community involved with local meetings.

Henrico

Henrico Police say a missing 75-year-old man has been found safe.

Missing Henrico man found safe

Updated: Nov. 4, 2026 at 8:52 PM EST
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By 12 On Your Side Digital Team
Henrico Police say a missing 75-year-old man has been found safe.

Politics

(File photo) Construction at Richmond High School for the Arts

1% sales tax for schools passes for some localities

Updated: Nov. 4, 2026 at 6:56 PM EST
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By Madison McNamee
Voters had mixed reactions Wednesday after 1% sales tax was approved by a wide margin in Richmond, but narrowly in Chesterfield.

Safety

Trooper injured in I-95 multi-vehicle, work zone crash earlier this year.

VDOT, State Police urge drivers to slow down and move over after recent crashes

Updated: Nov. 4, 2026 at 6:13 PM EST
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By Cherisse Hoffman
Transportation and law enforcement officials said first responders and highway workers put their lives on the line whenever they pull over to assist at scenes.

Politics

Morrissey says his focus is on improving aging infrastructure in Petersburg.

Joe Morrissey wins Petersburg City Council seat, unseating 16-year incumbent

Updated: Nov. 4, 2026 at 6:00 PM EST
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By Oliver Sabo
Former state Sen. Joe Morrissey’s political journey continues as he won a seat on Peterburg’s City Council on Tuesday night.

Chesterfield

Chesterfield Police is investigating after a man died and a child was severely hurt in a...

Court document reveals new details after man died, child hurt in hit-and-run

Updated: Nov. 4, 2026 at 5:09 PM EST
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By Desiree Montilla
Jorvin Del Cid is scheduled to be back in court on Jan. 6, 2027.

Elections

Fresh off an election night win, Representative-Elect Shannon Taylor is laying out her top...

Virginia Democrats celebrate victories while Republicans look for new ways to win

Updated: Nov. 4, 2026 at 2:32 PM EST
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By Henry Graff
Fresh off an election night win, Representative-elect Shannon Taylor is laying out her top priorities for the moment she gets to Washington.

Chesterfield

Virginia State Police say one person is dead after a crash on I-95 Tuesday night, November 3.

1 dead in Chesterfield crash on I-95

Updated: Nov. 4, 2026 at 11:50 AM EST
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By 12 On Your Side Digital Team
Virginia State Police say one person is dead after a crash on I-95 Tuesday night, November 3.

12 Out the Door

Join Digital Anchor Amaya Mitchell for 12 Out the Door, weekdays at 10 a.m. — your news in...

12 Out the Door: Wednesday, November 4

Updated: Nov. 4, 2026 at 10:00 AM EST
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By Amaya Mitchell
Welcome to 12 Out the Door!

Traffic

Check traffic in Central Virginia before you start traveling.

4 lanes closed on Downtown Expressway

Updated: Nov. 3, 2026 at 6:38 PM EST
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By 12 On Your Side Digital Team
The Richmond Metropolitan Transportation Authority says two recent crashes have closed four eastbound lanes on the Downtown Expressway.

Acts of Kindness

Joe Sharpe, owner of Java Joe’s RVA, provides much more than coffee to the hospital.

Coffee shop owner brewing hope inside hospital

Updated: Nov. 3, 2026 at 5:51 PM EST
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By Ashley Hendricks
Right outside the gift store at Bon Secours St. Francis Medical Center in Midlothian you’ll find what looks like an average coffee shop.

State

An unnamed Luray Police Department member was found dead by suicide after Virginia State...

Luray officer dies by suicide after ‘serious allegations’

Updated: Nov. 3, 2026 at 3:12 PM EST
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By WHSV Newsroom
An unnamed Luray Police Department member was found dead by suicide after Virginia State Police obtained a search warrant to search their home.

Richmond

Officials said a crash caused the power outage at the pump station.

Richmond water pressure returning to normal after crash; hit-and-run driver arrested

Updated: Nov. 3, 2026 at 7:51 AM EST
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By 12 On Your Side Digital Team
When checking Dominion’s power outage website, around 900 people are being affected by this outage.

Tri-cities

Richmond community members largely support the city's decision to reevaluate its Flock license...

Petersburg installs Flock surveillance cameras as other communities cut ties

Updated: Nov. 3, 2026 at 6:24 AM EST
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By 12 On Your Side Digital Team
While several local communities have moved to end their contracts with Flock, the company’s cameras are now being installed across Petersburg.

Crime

VSU Campus on lockdown after shooting

Lockdown lifted after shooting on VSU campus

Updated: Nov. 3, 2026 at 5:58 AM EST
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By 12 On Your Side Newsroom
VSU on Lockdown After Campus Shooting

Henrico

Wittman campaigns alongside Republican leaders day before election

Wittman campaigns alongside Republican leaders day before election

Updated: Nov. 3, 2026 at 12:46 AM EST
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By Maggie Glass
House Speaker Mike Johnson and former Gov. Glenn Youngkin were there to support Wittman.

Entertainment

The tree is apart of the park's WinterWorld event starting Nov. 19.

45-foot-tall tree unveiled ahead of WinterWorld at CarMax Park

Updated: Nov. 2, 2026 at 9:58 PM EST
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By 12 On Your Side Digital Team
The tree traveled all the way from upstate New York to be displayed in the ballpark.

State

Gov. Spanberger greeted students and staff at Glen Lea Elementary over the school intercom...

Virginia governor pledges overhaul of outdated K-12 school funding formula

Updated: Nov. 2, 2026 at 4:27 PM EST
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By Nathaniel Cline
She also argued that a modernized funding formula could help Virginia’s schools better address monetary gaps and meet student needs.

Chesterfield

Chesterfield County Police Department

Man arrested after deadly hit-and-run in Chesterfield

Updated: Nov. 2, 2026 at 4:22 PM EST
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By 12 On Your Side Digital Team
A 19-year-old Chesterfield man is dead and a 12-year-old boy is in critical condition after being struck by a truck early Sunday morning

Richmond

Richmond police

Man wanted in Richmond shooting arrested in South Carolina

Updated: Nov. 2, 2026 at 4:10 PM EST
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By 12 On Your Side Digital Team
A Chesterfield man wanted in a shooting on East Grace Street in Richmond was arrested in South Carolina.

Sports

VCU Rams

Here’s how to watch VCU men’s basketball season opener

Updated: Nov. 2, 2026 at 3:20 PM EST
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By 12 On Your Side Digital Team
CW Richmond will air the VCU men’s basketball season-opening game against Little Rock on Monday, Nov. 2.
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