Posts Tagged Richmond
‘I can’t count anymore’ A conversation about gun violence following Richmond mass shooting
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on June 7, 2023
A shooting outside a high school graduation in Richmond has left a father and son dead, and five others injured. It’s a mass shooting, and police believe the shooter was targeting one person he knew. Mallory Noe-Payne spoke with community members about gun violence in the city and has this report.
Mental health support is available from Richmond Behavioral Health. Call 804-819-4100.
What the future holds for Richmond’s former Confederate monuments
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on December 23, 2022
Richmond removed the last of its Confederate monuments earlier this year. Heading into 2023, Mallory Noe-Payne has this look at what the future holds for all of the city’s statues now that they’ve come down.
Richmond receives grant for Shockoe Bottom history site
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on December 20, 2022
Richmond’s efforts to commemorate and educate about the city’s role in the domestic slave trade have received a large financial boost: 16 million dollars from the Mellon Foundation’s Monuments Project. As Mallory Noe-Payne reports, the largest chunk will go towards the creation of a new interpretive center.
Richmond and Henrico Health Districts expand home vaccinations to all
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 25, 2022
Over 72% of Virginians are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. That number is even higher for Adults – 82%. Efforts to vaccinate the rest are continuing. Jahd Khalil tells us about a new program in Richmond.
As Lee pedestal comes down, the question how to display altered monuments comes to the fore
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on December 6, 2021
Work to remove the pedestal that held up the statue of Robert E Lee on Richmond’s Monument Avenue started Monday. Workers removed the statue three months ago. Its final home hasn’t been decided yet. Jahd Khalil reports that when it comes to the monuments, context is everything.
Virginia Supreme Court Rules State Can Remove Lee Statue
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on September 2, 2021
After a year and a half of legal battles the Supreme Court of Virginia cleared Virginia Governor Ralph Northam to remove a statute of Confederate General Robert E. Lee from downtown Richmond Thursday. Brad Kutner has more.
Richmond Begins Removing Confederate Monuments
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on July 2, 2020
Contractors prepare to remove the statue of Stonewall Jackson Wednesday. (Credit: Mallory Noe-Payne / RADIO IQ)
Contractors began removing Confederate monuments located on city-owned land in Richmond Wednesday afternoon. Mallory Noe-Payne reports.
Richmond City Council Moves to Rename Lee Memorial Bridge
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on June 23, 2020
A view of the Robert E. Lee Memorial Bridge from underneath. The bridge spans across the James River. (Credit: Ben Schumin / Creative Commons / Wikimedia Commons)
After years of deliberation over Confederate icons, Richmond city council members voted last night to set the wheels in motion for the process of renaming the Robert E. Lee Memorial Bridge. Cat Modlin-Jackson has the story.
After Another Night of Unrest in Richmond, Mayor Stoney Outlines Public Safety Revisions
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on June 22, 2020
Credit: City of Richmond Facebook Page
Richmond Mayor Levar Stoney outlined a plan to revise public safety Tuesday afternoon. His presentation came after weeks of demonstrations and repeated clashes between police and protestors. Cat Modlin-Jackson has the story.
Protestors Demand More than an Apology, After Police Tear Gas Demonstrators
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on June 2, 2020
Natalie Andre’ addresses Richmond police chief William Smith. (Credit: Mallory Noe-Payne / RADIO IQ)
Hundreds gathered on the steps of Richmond City Hall Tuesday to hear the apology of Mayor Levar Stoney. That’s after the city’s police force fired tear gas into a peaceful rally Monday evening. Mallory Noe-Payne reports.
“We’re Here to Represent the 2nd Amendment” Pro-Gun Rally in Richmond Ends Without Violence
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on January 20, 2020
Thousands of pro-gun advocates flocked to the streets of Richmond Monday. (Credit: Michael Pope)
Some 22,000 supporters of gun rights voiced their opposition today/Monday to legislation being considered by the General Assembly.
And, though they were less conspicuous, people calling for more restrictions on guns were also there.
Michael Pope and Mallory Noe-Payne share some of the voices around today’s/Monday’s rally at the state capitol.
“Credible Threats” Lead to Emergency Declaration, Weapons Ban Ahead of Rally
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on January 15, 2020
Governor Ralph Northam, along with Richmond Mayor Levar Stoney and other state officials, announce security the security plans. (Credit: Michael Pope)
Governor Ralph Northam is declaring a state of emergency in advance of rallies planned for the state capitol Monday.
Michael Pope reports.
Conference in Richmond Brings Together Transgender Community
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on October 18, 2019
Hundreds of members, and allies, of the transgender community will be in Richmond this weekend for one of the only trans conferences on the East Coast. Mallory Noe-Payne has details.
Virginia is a Leader in Saving Animals’ Lives
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on July 3, 2019
Brittany Pierri, with the Richmond SPCA, is pictured with Jake Roos of Norfolk Animal Care Center. The Norfolk facility transfers animals to the Richmond facility. (Credit: Richmond SPCA)
Across Virginia fewer dogs and cats are being killed at shelters than ever before. In fact, 88% of dogs and cats in shelters now avoid euthanization. But animal welfare advocates want more. Mallory Noe-Payne reports.
Data Shows Racial Disparity in Richmond Policing
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 12, 2019
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Black residents in Richmond are more likely to be stopped by police than white residents. That’s according to data the police department has handed over to a grassroots group pushing for more police accountability. Mallory Noe-Payne reports.
Electric Scooters Sneak into Virginia Markets
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on October 5, 2018
Reporter Mallory Noe-Payne takes a Bird Scooter for a spin. (Credit: RADIO IQ / Mallory Noe-Payne)
Earlier this week, Virginia Beach began confiscating electric scooters, saying they violate city code. The two-wheeled machines are being dropped off in cities across Virginia, by a company called Bird Scooters. Mallory Noe-Payne went to chase one down.
Lawmakers Take Up Call to End Cash Bail Bonds
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on May 8, 2018
Credit: Roy Luck / Flickr
Richmond is taking steps to end its cash bail system, and now some state lawmakers are pushing for similar changes in other parts of the state. Mallory Noe-Payne reports.
A Space Designed for Maximum Impact
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 19, 2018
Virginia Commonwealth University’s new Institute of Contemporary Art is a modern building in the heart of Richmond. (Credit: VCU ICA)
The corner of Broad and Belvidere is one of Richmond’s busiest intersections, and it’s about to get a bit busier. The intersection is now home to Richmond’s newest, and long anticipated, art museum. Mallory Noe-Payne reports.
At CodeRVA, High School Mimics the Workplace
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 12, 2018
Most of the school is a big open air office space, located in an industrial part of Richmond. (Credit: Mallory Noe-Payne / RADIO IQ)
There’s a push to get students excited about computer science and tech. A new public high school in Richmond is tapping into that trend. But the school, called CodeRVA, isn’t just relying on innovative curriculum. It’s also an entirely different model of teaching, where school is a workplace. Mallory Noe-Payne reports.
A Christmas Conversation With John Waters
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on December 19, 2017
Credit: James Callahan
Filmmaker, comedian and writer John Waters is returning to Richmond’s Byrd Theatre with an all new, live Christmas show. Reporter Brad Kutner spoke with the so-called “Pope of filth” about the holidays and his favorite Christmas traditions ahead of this show.
The Changing Role Of Libraries In Virginia
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on November 27, 2017
The Library of Virginia in Richmond (Credit: Jason Fuller)
The kids are probably out of school for a few days this week. For some families, that might mean finding some distraction at the local library. With so many other avenues for reading and buying books, not to mention other entertainment choices, have public libraries lost their significance in 2017? Jason Fuller has the story.
A Thanksgiving-Season Tradition On Wheels
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on November 27, 2017
A match during Turducken Ten. (Credit: Brad Kutner)
It’s not thanksgiving without turkey, stuffing and family, but some folks in Richmond take it a step further. For them, it’s not the Thanksgiving season without the annual Turducken bike polo tournament. Brad Kutner reports.
The Eighties Return to Richmond
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on November 16, 2017
Gigi Gits, a Richmond celebrity in the 80’s.
Much has been written about the decades when America’s baby boomers came of age. Now, as children raised in the 80’s step into leadership roles, some are looking back on that decade, and the Virginia Historical Society in Richmond is hosting a new show. Sandy Hausman reports.
GWAR: Richmond’s Home-Grown Metal Rock Band
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on October 27, 2017
Matt McGuire, head fabricator for GWAR, holds a set piece for one of the band’s performances. (Credit: Brad Kutner)
Blood, guts, and space alien monsters bent on destroying earth. That’s what the metal band GWAR is known for internationally. It’s certainly not everyone’s cup of tea. But for those in Richmond, where the band calls home, it’s much, much more than noise. Brad Kutner reports.
Richmond Preps for 13th Annual Folk Festival
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on October 12, 2017
Credit: Venture Richmond
Upwards of 200,000 people are expected to descend on Richmond this weekend for the 13th annual Folk Festival — three days of continuous music, dance, and food. Mallory Noe-Payne has details.
The Search For Paw Paw, North America’s Most Mysterious Fruit
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on October 9, 2017
James River Park System employee Andrew Alli holding a cut paw paw. (Credit: Brad Kutner)
If you’ve ever walked along the James River, you might have spotted a weird, oblong green or brown fruit hanging from a tree or rotting on the ground. But, the only thing weirder than the taste of this mysterious fruit is its story. Brad Kutner reports.
‘This is the Beginning of Bringing People Together,’ Residents Express Optimism After Richmond Rally
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on September 18, 2017
Adria Scharf of the Richmond Peace Education Center hosting a unity rally at Richmond’s Maggie Walker statue. (Credit: Mallory Noe-Payne / RADIO IQ)
About half a dozen Neo-Confederates came from out of state to Richmond Saturday, stirring tensions and drawing hundreds of counter protesters. Many of the anti-racism protesters began their day at a unity rally at the city’s Maggie Walker monument. Mallory Noe-Payne covered the rally and has this report.
Va News Topics: New Richmond High School, Amazon to Virginia Beach?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on September 11, 2017
Credit: Virginia Public Access Project
Despite some apparent disadvantages, Virginia Beach has joined the competition for Amazon’s new headquarters. And, a new high school in Richmond is breaking with tradition to try and give its students a head start on the future. Those have been among the most read stories over the past week on the Virginia Public Access Project’s Va News link at vpap.org. More now from Fred Echols.
Richmond Commission Now Directed To Consider Removing Confederate Monuments
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on August 21, 2017
Credit: AP Photo / Steve Helber
A commission considering the future of Richmond’s Confederate monuments now has new orders. Last week, Mayor Levar Stoney directed the commission to include an examination of removal or relocation of the monuments. Mallory Noe-Payne reports.
Congress Votes to Defund Dog Experiments at Richmond’s VA Hospital
Posted by dmjones101 in Virginia's News on July 27, 2017
Virginia Congressman Dave Brat sponsored the legislation to strip funding from painful experiments on dogs happening in Richmond’s VA Hospital. ( Credit J. Scott Applewhite/AP)
The Veterans Affairs hospital in Richmond has come under fire for using dogs in painful medical testing. Now a Congressman has stepped in to eliminate funding for the program. Mallory Noe- Payne has more.
Governor Kicks Off ‘Virginia is for Computer Science Lovers’ Campaign
Posted by dmjones101 in Virginia's News on July 25, 2017
Virginia launched a new PR campaign Monday to draw attention to the state’s quickly growing computer science industry. The campaign ties in neatly with Richmond Tech Week, which also kicked off Monday. Mallory Noe-Payne has more details.
GRTC in Richmond Launches Training Program for Mechanics
Posted by dmjones101 in Virginia's News on July 25, 2017
Credit U.S. Air Force photo/Tech. Sgt. James Hodgman
Public transportation plays a big role in a community — helping people get to and from work and school. But now Richmond’s public transport agency is trying something new: workforce development. Mallory Noe-Payne has more.
Richmond Public Transport Partners with Tech Company to Serve Elderly, Disabled
Posted by dmjones101 in Virginia's News on July 21, 2017
The disabled and elderly often rely on public transportation to get them where they need to go. Now, Richmond officials are hoping to make things a bit easier by partnering with a local tech start-up. Mallory Noe-Payne has details.
Richmond Mayor Calls for ‘Context’ to Confederate Monuments
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on June 22, 2017
Richmond Mayor Levar Stoney gestures during a news conference at City Hall Thursday, June 22, 2017. Stoney announced the formation of a commission tasked with redefining the narrative of the Confederate statues on Monument Avenue. (Credit: AP Photo / Steve Helber)
The mayor of Virginia’s capital city is weighing in on how to deal with Confederate monuments. Richmond mayor Levar Stoney announced Thursday he’d like to revamp Monument Avenue. The broad tree-lined boulevard in Richmond features memorials to several Confederate generals.
Virginia Cities Top List of Millennial Growth
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on June 9, 2017
Richmond and the Hampton Roads areas topped a list of cities attracting millennials. (Credit: AP Photo / J. Scott Applewhite)
It’s no surprise that millennials are flocking to America’s cities. But it may be a surprise which urban centers top the list. New data shows two Virginia cities are the most popular destinations in the country. Mallory Noe-Payne has more.
Black Restaurant Week Kicks Off in Richmond
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 6, 2017
Ajay Brewer, owner of Brewer’s Cafe. Credit: Kelley Libby
Today kicks off Black Restaurant Week in Richmond. The city’s Office of Minority Business Development is encouraging the public to support the event, which promotes Richmond tourism and the city’s diverse food culture. Kelley Libby reports.
Virginians Take to the Streets in March on Monument
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on January 16, 2017
Marchers this weekend took to Monument Avenue in Richmond. (Credit: Kelley Libby / WVTF / RADIO IQ)
This past Saturday, over 1,000 Richmonders streamed down Monument Avenue in solidarity with the Women’s March on Washington, planned for this weekend. The March on Monument drew a crowd of advocates from all corners of the Richmond social justice community. Nicki Stein was there and filed this report.
Lawmakers to Consider Extra Funding For Historically Black Cemeteries
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on January 4, 2017
The four cemeteries include East End Cemetery, a children’s cemetery and what may be a cemetery for black Confederate soldiers. (Credit: Mallory Noe-Payne / WVTF / RADIO IQ)
After integration, historically black cemeteries around the state fell to the wayside, often unkempt, uncared for, and forgotten. Now a state lawmaker is hoping to bring them some much-needed attention. Mallory Noe-Payne has more.
A Little Thanksgiving Inspiration
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on November 28, 2016
Credit: Fire, Flour and Fork
If you don’t already have your Thanksgiving meal prepped and ready to go, don’t worry — it’s not too late. Reporter Mallory Noe-Payne attended a “Friendsgiving” in Richmond and brings us this last-minute inspiration.
Urban Agriculture Taking Root in Richmond
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on November 11, 2016
Credit: Futurilla / Creative Commons
Nearly a third of Virginia is farmland. But farms don’t always have to be in the countryside, they can on rooftops in cities and in small neighborhood gardens. One group in Richmond is training the next generation of URBAN farmers. As Mallory Noe-Payne reports, they’re now offering a federally-approved certificate in urban farming.
Virginia Moves Forward with Plans for Slave Site Memorial
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on October 11, 2016
Delegate McQuinn (left) and other state and local politicians plant a tree at the historical site of a slave market and jail in Richmond. (Credit: Mallory Noe-Payne / WVTF)
The architecture firm responsible for the new National Museum of African American History and Culture in D.C. has been brought on board to lead another historical project, this time here in Virginia. Mallory Noe-Payne reports.
Meet Virginia’s Newest Citizens: Attending a Naturalization Ceremony
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on October 5, 2016
Rafah Al Ameri stands alongside about 60 new citizens, saying the Pledge of Allegiance for the first time as Americans (Credit: Mallory Noe-Payne / WVTF)
This election year, illegal immigration has often been a talking point. So much so, it’s easy to lose sight of the country’s legal immigration process. In 2014, the U.S. welcomed almost 700,000 new citizens. It’s not an easy process, and for many it takes years. Mallory Noe-Payne attended a naturalization ceremony and filed this report.
State Gives Housing Grants to Richmond, Blacksburg
Posted by Payton Knobeloch in Virginia's News on June 22, 2016
Credit Mallory Noe-Payne
The Governor announced Wednesday the first of a new type of grant, state dollars going towards housing and community development projects. The first two recipients of the Vibrant Community Initiative are in Richmond, and Blacksburg. Mallory Noe-Payne has this report.
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