Richmond Free Press seeks to empower the African American community by contributing to the balance of news reporting and commentary in the Richmond, Virginia area

Feb 6, 2025 · Richmond Free Press seeks to empower the African American community by contributing to the balance of news reporting and commentary in the Richmond, Virginia area

Jan 17, 2025 · Home | Richmond Free Press. Lamar Jackson, Josh Allen face off for berth in AFC championship game Norfolk State names new football coaching staff under Vick

Feb 6, 2025 · RPS, elected officials stand firm against ICE deportation threats. Paula Phounsavath | 1/30/2025 6 p.m. Richmond Public Schools and other public officials addressed the RPS community’s concerns on Monday morning about potential U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raids on school grounds.Superintendent Jason Kamras said on YouTube that immigrant students should continue attending ...

1 day ago · Henrico County could experience significant changes to its water supply as local leaders assess their response to a water outage in Richmond that affected the region for days and consider measures to prevent a similar crisis in the future.

Jan 16, 2025 · The long-term effects of Richmond’s recent water crisis dominated discussion at Monday evening’s Richmond City Council meeting, as city officials promised accountability and residents urged action on issues worsened due to the crisis.

Feb 6, 2025 · Hundreds of protesters from across the state gathered at the Bell Tower in Capitol Square at noon as part of the nationwide “50 Protests, 50 States, 1 Day” movement, condemning policies enacted by the Trump administration, including mass deportations, anti-trans executive orders and efforts to dismantle federal agencies.

Jan 16, 2025 · Richmond School Board members unanimously updated their rulebook on meeting durations, limiting the time members can spend speaking on issues during Monday evening’s meeting.

Jan 30, 2025 · In sermon to Trump, Bishop Budde pleads for immigrants, transgender rights. Jack Jenkins/Religion News Service | 1/23/2025 6 p.m. President Donald Trump attended the inaugural prayer service at the Washington National Cathedral on Tuesday, Jan. 21, finishing off the festivities marking the beginning of his second term with an interfaith service filled with prayers and hymns — and a …

Nov 21, 2024 · As you leave Richmond and head an hour southwest into Amelia County, the city fades and the noise dims. Confederate flags snap in the wind, Trump banners hang from homes and watchful eyes follow strangers through small towns. For some, the quiet brings a feeling of calm, but for many Black passersby, it also brings unease — …