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Execution delayed for Harvey family killer
RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — Ricky Gray is appealing his case to the Supreme Court. Gray was sentenced in 2006 for the New Year’s Day murder of the Harvey family in Richmond. Last month, the federal court...
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Senate resolution commemorates Moses Malone
RICHMOND – During his 20 years in the NBA, Moses Malone received thunderous applause from arenas full of fans. On Thursday, four months after his death, the NBA legend received another show of...
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GOP lawmaker sees backlash after comparing slavery to abortion
RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — It’s a comparison that’s evoked outrage and support. “The evil of slavery became institutionalized in America, it was our national sin,” Morris said. “Every era has it’s evil,...
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Tip helps RPD nab armed robbery suspect
RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — Acting on a tip from the public, Richmond police detectives on Friday arrested a suspect who robbed two convenience stores and attempted to rob another at knifepoint. Michael S....
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Chief Durham: Violent crime is down in Richmond
RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — Despite lingering negative perception, violent crime in Richmond is lower than it’s been in 45 years. That’s the word from the city’s top cop today as Richmond Police Chief...
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Kid’s Corner: Alien Worlds and Androids
RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — Have you ever had a fascination with extraterrestrial, or maybe you enjoy the occasional sci-fi movie? Maybe you want to stay a little bit closer to home and learn about robots...
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8News at the Box Office
RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — Kevin Hart and Ice Cube are once again sporting badges, while one of the stars of The Office is getting serious in his latest film. Here’s a look at what’s new at the Box...
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Legal experts: Mayor’s letter is “political cover”
RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — There’s growing concern regarding overlaps between Richmond City Hall and Mayor Dwight Jones’ church. On Thursday, the mayor asked Virginia State Polic for help in the...
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8News Daily Poll: Will Richmond or VCU win today’s Capital City Classic?
RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — The 75th annual Capital City Classic tips off Saturday afternoon as the Richmond Spiders’ men’s basketball team hosts town rival VCU at the Robins Center. Dating back to 1976,...
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Justices will hear ex-Virginia Gov. McDonnell’s appeal
WASHINGTON (WRIC) – The Supreme Court will hear former Virginia governor Bob McDonnell’s appeal of his public corruption convictions. The justices said Friday that they will review lower court rulings...
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Virginia Tech rallies past Georgia Tech 78-77
By MATT WINKLEJOHN Associated Press ATLANTA (AP) – Seth Allen’s free throw with three seconds left lifted Virginia Tech to a 78-77 win over Georgia Tech on Saturday, capping a furious free throw...
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Lewis scores career-high 29; VCU beats Richmond 94-89 in OT
By HANK KURZ Jr. AP Sports Writer RICHMOND, Va. (AP) – Melvin Johnson scored six of his 17 points in overtime and VCU beat Richmond 94-89 on Saturday for its eighth consecutive victory. JeQuan Lewis...
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Nashville family gets sold-out tickets after meeting Adele in London
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) — A Nashville family who met Adele over the holidays was mentioned by the British superstar on a recent talk show appearance. Leslie, Howard and Jamie Kirshner were traveling...
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Tennessee Powerball winners: no big changes to lives
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The small-town Tennessee couple that bought one of three magic tickets splitting the world-record $1.6 billion Powerball jackpot says they don’t plan to quit their jobs or buy a...
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N.Y. man vows to fight second brain cancer diagnosis: ‘I will beat this again’
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) – Skaters didn’t break the record, but 150 Buffalonians came out to support Make-A-Wish and Nathan Brundage, who led the group on the ice bike. Brundage from Niagara Falls said,...
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8News Poll: Are you ready for snow?
RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — Central Virginia hasn’t seen much snow this winter — until today The region is getting morning flurries, but after 1 p.m., we’ll gradually be clearing skies out, and see a high...
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Once-homeless man with smooth voice is back on the airwaves
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Five years after a homeless man’s silky voice won him Internet fame, he’s on the air again at the same Ohio radio station where he began his career before addiction pushed him to...
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Panda cub Bei Bei making debut at National Zoo
WASHINGTON (AP) – Panda cub Bei Bei is making his public debut at the National Zoo in Washington. The cub, who was born Aug. 22, is making his official debut Saturday, though zoo members have been able...
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Virginia colleges, universities grounding hoverboards
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) – University and college campuses across Virginia are grounding flying skateboards – more commonly known as hoverboards. The University of Virginia, Virginia Tech and several other...
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Iran releases Americans in breakthrough prisoner exchange
VIENNA (AP) — Four Americans detained in Iran will be coming home and seven Iranians in U.S. custody also will win their freedom in a breakthrough swap negotiated by the longtime foes, officials in...
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