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'A killer dog next door': Chesterfield family demands justice after dog...

Editor's Note: This article and the attached videos contain graphic depictions of a deadly dog attack. Viewer discretion is advised. CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, Va. (WRIC) -- A Chesterfield County family is...

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Multi-vehicle crash caused delays on I-295

MECHANICSVILLE, Va. (WRIC) -- A multi-vehicle crash on Interstate 295 near Burnside Farms in Mechanicsville was impacting traffic. According to the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT), the...

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Dogs take flight, make a splash at Riverrock’s Ultimate Air Dogs competition

RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) -- Dogs of all sizes took to the skies and the water this weekend for the Dominion Energy's Riverrock Ultimate Air Dogs competition on Brown’s Island. From temperatures near 90...

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Richmond on track to turn Mayo Island into natural park

RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) -- The City of Richmond is on track to turn Mayo Island into a natural park following a unanimous decision at Thursday's Urban Design committee meeting. During an Urban Design...

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How does Virginia's governor election work and how is it different from other...

RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) -- With only a month away until the June 17 primaries, many Virginians question the state's unique rules for gubernatorial terms and elections. Since Virginia governors are not...

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Mayor Avula calls unexpected real estate property tax bills sent to residents...

RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) -- Mayor Danny Avula is calling the unexpected real estate property tax bills mailed out to Richmond residents with mortgages a "system error" on Saturday. Avula released a...

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Petersburg Police asking community for help to identify burglary suspect

PETERSBURG, Va. (WRIC) -- Petersburg police are asking for the community's help in identifying a suspect in connection with a string of recent church burglaries. Suspect in Petersburg Church...

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Single vehicle crash on I-95 leaves one person facing serious injuries

RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) -- One person is critically injured after a single vehicle crash that occurred Saturday evening. On Saturday, May 17, Virginia State Police (VSP), responded to southbound...

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Man injured after a shooting at a Chesterfield Wawa

CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, Va. (WRIC) -- A man is suffering from life-threatening injuries after a report of a shooting in the 7500 block of Midlothian Turnpike. On Saturday, May 17, Chesterfield Police...

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Three Lakes Nature Center in Henrico to reopen late summer

HENRICO COUNTY, Va. (WRIC) -- Renovations for the Three Lakes Nature Center in Henrico County are underway, with plans to reopen late summer. The upgrades will include an outdoor classroom, new...

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Vehicle crash caused delays on I-95 in Chesterfield

UPDATE: All lanes are open and the scene is clear. CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, Va. (WRIC) — A vehicle crash on Interstate 95 in Chesterfield County caused delays for drivers. The crash was first reported on...

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PHOTOS: Lebanese Food Festival returns to Henrico

HENRICO COUNTY, Va. (WRIC) -- The Richmond region community celebrated Lebanese culture at the 40th annual Lebanese Food Festival in Henrico County this weekend. According to an announcement from the...

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Things you didn't know were invented in Virginia

Update: This article has been updated to reflect the correct dates. RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) -- When you think of inventions, you may not think of the Commonwealth. While Virginia is often honored for its...

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Man hospitalized after being shot in Richmond's Northside

RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) -- A man is in the hospital after being shot in Richmond's Northside early Sunday morning. At around 2:30 a.m. on Sunday, May 18, Richmond Police Officers responded to the 4th...

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Juvenile injured in Henrico shooting, police investigate

HENRICO COUNTY, Va. (WRIC) -- The Henrico County Police Division is continuing to investigate after a juvenile was injured in a Sunday morning shooting. Just after 9:45 a.m. on Sunday, May 18,...

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Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority hosts fraud prevention event for seniors

CHARLES CITY, Va. (WRIC) -- Tomorrow Members of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated will be hosting an event aimed at helping seniors to avoid fraud. The event will be held Monday, May 19 at the...

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Chesterfield County Fire & EMS go door to door to install smoke detectors

CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, Va. (WRIC) -- Yesterday Chesterfield County Fire and EMS went door to door in one neighborhood to check residents smoke detectors and in some cases install one. According to a...

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Man dies after being shot in Richmond's East End

RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — A man is dead after police said he was shot in Richmond's East End on Sunday morning. Just before 10:55 a.m. on Sunday, May 18, Richmond Police Officers responded to the 1300...

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30-year-old man found dead with gunshot wound in Fluvanna County

RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) -- A 30-year-old man was found dead with a gunshot wound in the Kents Store area of Fluvanna County Sunday evening. At 6:14 p.m. on Sunday, May 18, deputies with the Fluvanna...

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Richmond International Airports took off with 3rd annual Aviation Career...

RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) -- Students from Varina and Highland Springs High Schools took to Richmond International Airports for the third annual Aviation Career Showcase. According to a Facebook post from...

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