Maymont's 'most famous resident' dies at 105
To walk through Richmond's Maymont neighborhood is to experience the work of its most famous resident, Ida L. Cheatham, who died Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2025, at 105.
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In a press release, the company said tasks previously handled by humans will be turned over to artificial intelligence.
Richmond Ambulance Authority wants to talk to 911 callers again
The shift is one of “several things that we need to unwind” from Mayor Levar Stoney’s administration, said the head of the RAA.
DPU seeking new actor for its water mascot, JR
Applicants must be at least 5-foot-8, and comfortable around children.
Police chief paid $87 in court costs and attended driving school to resolve speeding ticket
RPD spokesman James Mercante said the case was handled by a substitute judge and a substitute prosecutor.
Virginia Rep cancels upcoming show after building sale falls through
'We don't have cash right now.'
In lawsuit, public housing residents say RRHA systematically hid rent waiver from poorest tenants
The class-action lawsuit says RRHA has been systematically overcharging its poorest residents by failing to offer them a federally required exemption from paying rent in certain hardship situations.
