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All lanes of I-295 closed after tractor trailer crash, fire
HENRICO, Va. (WRIC) — All lanes of Interstate 295 north are closed Tuesday morning after an accident. The accident happened near Pocahontas Parkway/Route 895 at mile marker 25 on I-295 north. Traffic...
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Openly transgender swimmer at Harvard believed to be a first
CAMBRIDGE, Mass. (AP) — Schuyler Bailar was a star recruit for the women’s swimming team at Harvard University, a tough competitor with a shot at winning titles. But Bailar is opting to forgo such...
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Recycling gets a whole lot easier in Richmond
RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — Recycling in Richmond is going to get a whole lot easier starting Wednesday. New 95-gallon recycling carts will begin arriving at people’s homes today. 57,000 of the new bins...
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Total Quality Logistics’ new sales office will bring 50-75 jobs to Chesterfield
CHESTERFIELD, Va. (WRIC) — Total Quality Logistics (TQL) is opening a new sales office in Chesterfield, bringing dozens of new jobs with it. TQL is moving into the new office, which will be located...
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Misty Copeland is American Ballet Theatre’s first black female principal dancer
A dream became reality today for ballerina Misty Copeland as she became the first black female principal dancer in the 75-year history of the American Ballet Theatre. It is one of the highest honors...
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McDonald’s selling McLobster at select locations
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) – McDonald’s is now selling Lobster, but only in select locations. A spokesperson says lobster rolls are being offered at some restaurants in Maine, New Hampshire, Massachusetts,...
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Police: Mother charged for leaving son, 4, tied to a bush
SPRING VALLEY, N.Y. (AP) — Police say a Rockland County mother who couldn’t handle her 4-year-old son tied the boy to a bush while she went into an apartment to babysit. Spring Valley Police Chief Paul...
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Black bear who visited downtown Richmond returned to the wild
RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — A wayward young black bear that made its way to downtown Richmond has been safely transported and released into the wild southeast of the Richmond area. District Wildlife...
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If you had $75,000, how would you tote it around while traveling?
RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — The TSA tweeted a photo today from Richmond International Airport of a traveler carrying $75,000 on board, but many of you say this is a violation of privacy. We asked our legal...
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Fireworks and keeping it safe
RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — Independence Day is traditionally a day of celebration, cookouts, all things red, white, and blue, and of course, fireworks. And, it’s all fun and games until someone gets hurt....
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Saving Sweet Briar makes good, and better, on rescue plan
SWEET BRIAR, Va. (AP) — The nonprofit group that led the drive to save Sweet Briar College says it has delivered $5 million to the women’s school. Saving Sweet Briar Inc. says it delivered the first...
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Mainly sunny and hot today; scattered thunderstorms possible Thursday through...
RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — The rain and thunderstorms from last night have moved out and our skies are clearing. We will be seeing mainly sunny skies today and it will be hot but a touch less humid with...
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Man shot in hand after argument in Richmond; police looking for suspect
RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — Police are investigating after a shooting in Richmond on Wednesday morning. Officers were called to the 3200 block of 5th Avenue for reports of a shooting. Authorities say the...
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Masked man wanted by Henrico Police after armed robbery Tuesday
HENRICO COUNTY, Va. (WRIC) — Police in Henrico are searching for a masked man who robbed a Wendy’s on Labrunum Avenue late Tuesday. According to police, the man walked into the restaurant around 10:30...
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New Virginia laws set to take effect Wednesday
RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC/AP) — Several new laws are set to take effect Wednesday in Virginia. Here are a few highlights: Social media: Employers cannot ask employees or prospective employees for the...
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Report: TV Land pulls reruns of ‘The Dukes of Hazzard’
(MEDIA GENERAL) – A report from the New York Post says TV Land has pulled reruns of the TV series “The Dukes of Hazzard” from its network. While TV Land has not issued a comment, it appears the show,...
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Darth Vader cleaning a highway in Virginia
BLACKSBURG (WSLS 10) – One of the most infamous villains in movie history will soon be cleaning a highway near you. A sign along U.S. 460 near the Toms Creek Road Bridge in Blacksburg said the highway...
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Amazing photos capture crow hitching ride on eagle’s back
(WRIC) — It’s not only birds of a feather that flock together. A crow was photographed on the back of a bald eagle in a vary rare mid-flight ride. The eagle was hunting for a snack in Seabeck,...
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Brazilian couple’s frightening cliffhanging photos will make your heart stop
Leonardo Pereira admitted that he was afraif the first time he ever dangled from this almost 3,000-foot cliff of Pedra da Gavea in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. “The first time I was a bit scared,” Pereira...
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No peas, please! Obama dips into guacamole debate
Give peas a chance? When it comes to guacamole, no way, says President Barack Obama. He dipped into the great guacamole debate Wednesday after The New York Times suggested adding fresh green peas to...
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