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Is your car ready for winter weather? All you need is a penny to check
RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — Before you head out in the snow, check your tire pressure and your tread. All you need is a penny. “The difference between the top of Lincoln’s head and the edge of the penny is...
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Gov. McAuliffe declares state of emergency ahead of winter weather
RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — At 8 a.m. Thursday, Governor Terry McAuliffe declared a state of emergency. The move authorizes state agencies to help local governments respond to the major winter storm...
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Expect snow to start falling between 10 a.m. and noon on Friday
RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — The waiting is almost over; the storm is forming along the Gulf Coast States and will be here tomorrow. Winter Storm Warnings are now in effect for all of us with Blizzard...
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Looming blizzard could rank near top 10 to hit Eastern U.S.
WASHINGTON (AP) — The National Weather Service says the blizzard about to hit the Eastern United States could rank near the top 10 ever to hit the region. Meteorologist Paul Kocin with the service’s...
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Richmond police officer helps grandmother, granddaughter in need
RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — A Richmond police officer helped a grandmother and her granddaughter when they were stuck at a gas pump without money. Police said it was a frigid night and the grandma and her...
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Deputy finds 2-year-old running on Oregon highway
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — An alert deputy rescued a 2-year-old boy who was running on Highway 101 outside Newport, Oregon on January 9. Deputy Jeremy Gautney was headed south on Highway 101 on his...
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Virginia State Police: More cars sliding off the road as snow continues to fall
RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — Virginia State Police are already responding to crashes and disabled vehicles throughout the state. As of 11 a.m., crashes are at a minimum and no fatalities have been reported....
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7 winter weather life hacks
(WATE) – Here are seven easy things to do that can make your life easier during winter weather. 1. Wet snow may be great for snowballs, but it makes shoveling the driveway difficult. The snow just...
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No sled? No problem! 20 do-it-yourself sleds
(WATE) — A sled might come in handy over the next week or so. But if you catch yourself without one, here are some alternative ideas. 1. Make your own sled This Instructables page shows you how to make...
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Power restored after accident causes outage in Shockoe Bottom
RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — Hundreds of people were without power this morning in Shockoe Bottom. Dominion Virginia Power says that the outage was caused by a car accident on Main Street. Crews have since...
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Thousands of flights cancelled, including most at Richmond International Airport
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VDOT, AAA and Virginia State Police address public ahead of storm: ‘Stay home’
RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — AAA, VDOT and Virginia State Police have been preparing all week for this weekend’s winter storm. On Thursday afternoon, the agencies held a joint news conference with one...
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Mayor Jones: Richmond has been preparing for winter storm for a week
RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — Mayor Dwight Jones said at a news conference Friday that the city has been getting ready for the storm for at least a week. In the basement of the Main Street Library, an...
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Amelia County Sheriff’s deputies searching for abduction suspect
AMELIA COUNTY, Va. (WRIC) — The Amelia County Sheriff’s Office is searching for a suspect after an abduction Thursday night. Authorities say that 43-year-old Dana Lee William is believed to have...
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GRTC on snow routes until Friday 8 p.m.
RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — Because of hazardous overnight conditions, GRTC does not plan to resume service on Saturday morning until 8 a.m. Road conditions will be thoroughly reviewed before any buses are...
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8News Daily Poll: What is your favorite snow activity?
RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — The snow is here and some kids (and adults) spent the day frolicking in the elements. Whether it is sledding, snowball fighting, or binge-watching television — snow days are...
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Lawmaker asks Governor to delay revoking gun permits
RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC/CNS) – A Republican state legislator is urging Democratic Gov. Terry McAuliffe to delay the revocation of reciprocal agreements Virginia has with 25 states on whether to honor their...
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