In fact, out of six direct mayoral elections since Richmond adopted the system in 2003, only two winners have claimed an ...

After a Richmond man spent over 40 years in prison for the abduction, rape and murder of a 3-year-old in 1975, crimes which ...

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Richmond officials said they are “moving forward with the next steps” towards awarding the wrongfully-incarcerated Marvin ...

As Mayor of Richmond, I partnered with the City Council to confront tough challenges and get things done. In both roles, I learned the importance of clear and consistent communication, as well as ...

RICHMOND, Va. —L. Douglas Wilder’s historic political career has included many firsts. Most notably, in 1989, he became the first Black American elected governor of a state.

Democrats’ hold on Virginia has weakened in recent years, pushing it closer to a swing state status. Kamala Harris carried the state in 2024 by fewer than six points, down from Joe Biden’s 10 ...

RICHMOND, Va. (7News) — With just over a month until Virginia’s crowded June 2025 primary, voters are gearing up to shape the commonwealth's political future. Offices at stake in November’s ...