Lawmakers looking to drive energy costs down
RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — Richmond resident Aaron Gibson and his wife recently made some improvements to their 100-year-old home in Richmond. Gibson says just adding insulation to the roof cut down on...
View ArticleWhat you should know before using a space heater
RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — In December of 2014, a massive fire destroyed a home in Jackson Ward. Firefighters believed a space heater was to blame for the blaze. Space heater fires are extremely...
View Article8News Daily Poll: How much snow will the impending winter storm bring to...
RICHMOND, Va. — It’s been the topic of conversation all week across Central Virginia: How much, if any, snow is on the way? 8News meteorologists are anticipating a significant amount of accumulation...
View ArticleIt’s the law: Don’t leave your pets out in the cold without shelter
(WRIC) — With winter upon us, it’s a good time to remind pet owners about the dangers and legal consequences of leaving animals outside without shelter. It’s not just dangerous for animals, it’s...
View ArticleMan charged in Petersburg quadruple murder to appear in court
PETERSBURG, Va. (WRIC) — The man accused of killing four people in Petersburg is due in court Thursday. Alexander Hill, Jr.’s hearing is set for 9 a.m. today. In his last court appearance, Hill asked...
View ArticleRichmonders raid supermarkets, hardware stores ahead of winter storm
RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — Richmonders are wasting no time stocking up on supplies in preparation for the threat of potential winter weather.Sleds are completely sold out at Pleasants. Hardware on Broad...
View ArticleFriends and neighbors plan benefit event for survivors of fatal Chesterfield...
CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, Va. (WRIC) — Friends and neighbors are holding a benefit concert on Sunday, January 24, for the Chesterfield family who lost five loved ones in a house fire. 74-year-old Richard...
View ArticleZaxby’s hiring for new Richmond location
RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — Zaxby’s restaurant is now hiring for their newest location, which opens next month at 5816 West Broad Street in Richmond. There are more than 40 positions available. Anyone...
View ArticleShots fired into Richmond home overnight
RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — Police are investigating after shots were fired into a Richmond home overnight Thursday. Authorities say it happened on North Avenue just after 1 a.m. Police say they have...
View ArticleSeveral people displaced after house fire in Richmond
RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — Several people are without a place to stay this morning after a house fire in Richmond. Fire officials say crews responded to the fire in the 4300 block of Hanover Avenue at...
View ArticleState Police: Crashes, disabled vehicles plague Virginia interstates
(WRIC) — Crashes and disabled vehicles continue to plague interstates in the Commonwealth this morning. Northern Virginia is seeing the worst of it so far. As of 6:00 a.m. Thursday, Virginia State...
View ArticleVDOT planning ahead for threat of severe winter weather
RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — VDOT crews are out in full force ahead of this weekend’s statewide winter storm that’s expected to bring heavy snow and sleet to the area. “Crews are in 24-hour operations with...
View ArticleVirginia National Guard prepared to assist with response to snow storm
SANDSTON, Va. (WRIC) — The Virginia National Guard has been authorized to bring up to 500 soldiers, airmen and members of the Virginia Defense Force to assist as needed with Virginia’s response to the...
View ArticleUR moves weekend basketball games due to inclement weather threat
RICHMOND, Va. – Due to the impending inclement weather, this weekend’s men’s basketball game at the University of Richmond will be moved to Monday, January 25, at the Robins Center. The men’s...
View ArticleFormer security guard found guilty of involuntary manslaughter in man’s death...
RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — The former security guard accused of killing a man at the VCU pharmacy has been found guilty of involuntary manslaughter. 67-year-old George Brown was convicted Thursday of...
View ArticleHenrico Fire crews rescue dog stranded on icy pond
HENRICO COUNTY, Va. (WRIC) — Fire crews rescued a dog stuck on an icy pond in Henrico’s West End on Thursday. Officials say that first responders were called to the 4800 block of Saddleridge Court at...
View ArticleBe prepared: Winter weather resources
RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — Snow is coming — that much we know. What we sometimes don’t know are the resources available here at wric.om and in the region. Let this list guide you through your snowy days....
View ArticleJudge denies motion to suppress evidence in Hannah Graham murder trial
ALBEMARLE COUNTY, Va. (WRIC) — The man accused in the abduction and murder of both UVa. student Hannah Graham and Virginia Tech student Morgan Harrington appeared in court today. In Jesse Matthew,...
View ArticleRichmond hospitals prep for winter storm
RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — Local hospitals are getting ready for whatever comes their way during the storm. Today 8News spoke with representatives of all three area health systems. HCA Virginia Health...
View Article2 facing attempted capital murder charges after fleeing traffic stop in...
HANOVER COUNTY, Va. (WRIC) — Two people have been charged with attempted capital murder after a Hanover County Sheriff’s deputy was injured during a traffic stop Thursday afternoon. According to the...
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