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City
Learn more about how our Municipal Equality Index score has changed over time
We compare our previous Municipal Equality Index scores from the Human Rights Campaign... plus, how that score might change.
May 17, 2023 02:31 PM
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
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City
New traffic signals coming to these Richmond intersections
The city is installing Pedestrian Hybrid Beacons around town — learn what they are, how they work, and where to expect them to show up in the near future
May 16, 2023
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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City
Improvements coming to Kanawha Plaza
City will hold public meeting on May 22 to share proposed pedestrian improvements around the US-60 Downtown Expressway Gateway
May 5, 2023
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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City
DMV unveils new look licenses and IDs
The new designs feature callbacks to Virginia’s nature and architecture as well as enhanced security features
April 25, 2023
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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City
When Lincoln came to Richmond
As the Civil War came to and end, Lincoln and Tad’s tour of Richmond heralded peace.
March 31, 2023
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Outdoors
Celebrate International Dark Sky Week
Protect the night by taking some simple actions Saturday, April 15-Saturday, April 22
March 22, 2023
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608 Dayten Rose
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Development
Chesterfield launches 42-acre Springline at District 60 development
The county began demolition of the Spring Rock Green shopping center to transform it into a retail destination
March 21, 2023
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Airports and Transportation
Public Works starts citywide traffic signal retiming project
Changes to signalized intersections will improve safety, air quality, and traffic flow
March 14, 2023
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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City
Here’s a breakdown of Mayor Stoney’s budget proposal
The $3 billion budget focuses on money towards housing, education, services, and city employees
March 7, 2023
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Robin Schwartzkopf
A two way, narrow bike lane with bicycle symbols and arrows indicating directions.
Travel and Outdoors
How much of your day can you spend on a bike in Richmond?
We take a look at our bicycling infrastructure and how we can make the area more bikeable.
February 27, 2023
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
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Airports and Transportation
City lands $8 million for street safety improvements
Money from the Virginia Highway Safety Improvement Plan will go towards improvements for high-injury streets
February 23, 2023
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Government
City provides updates on Richmond Master Plan
Annual report on Richmond 300 comes with updates on zoning, expanded housing, and growth
February 21, 2023
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Government
Nearly $1 million granted to create safe streets in Richmond
Hello, new speed safety cameras.
February 10, 2023
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Sarah Leonhardt
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City
5 things to know about the City Charter Review Commission
The city has taken a piecemeal approach to the charter for almost two decades. This year, that changes.
January 20, 2023
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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City
See how the City of Richmond is allocating $17 million in surplus revenue
City Council approved the Mayor Levar Stoney’s plans to send funds towards the police, DPW, local groups, and more
December 15, 2022
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Outdoors
CRLC receives funds to support purchase of Mayo Island
The City of Richmond has eyed the conversion of the island into public open space for nearly 40 years.
December 13, 2022
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Robin Schwartzkopf
Shovels stuck in the dirt at a groundbreaking.
City
Henrico and Chesterfield approve bond referendums on Election Day
These questions asked voters where they wanted certain project money allocated.
November 10, 2022
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Katie Potter
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Government
What you need to know about the City Center Innovation District Request for Interest
The city is looking for a development team to reinvigorate the downtown area.
November 9, 2022
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Robin Schwartzkopf
Broad Street facing east is seen from the middle of the street.
Airports and Transportation
GRTC orders study for North-South rapid bus line
A study to determine a North-South equivalent of the Pulse will include public engagement sessions.
November 7, 2022
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Government
VCU and VCU Health embark on Quest 2028
The new strategic plan unites the university and health system with shared community goals
October 27, 2022
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Katie Potter
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Development
City submits grant application for Reconnect Jackson Ward project
Get application details and what to expect if federal funding comes through.
October 26, 2022
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Robin Schwartzkopf
Three people jump in a freeze-frame shot in front of Dogtown Dance Theatre.
Arts
Studio Two Three to buy Dogtown Dance Theatre building
The arts nonprofit will host community events, classes, and resident artist studios out of the Manchester location.
October 24, 2022
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Robin Schwartzkopf
A street view of a partially-constructed building on Franklin Street near VCU.
Development
Let us answer your Richmond construction questions
If you’ve driven past high fences, work crews, and cranes and wondered what’s going on, don’t worry. Leave the investigating to us.
October 21, 2022
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Development
Your guide to understanding development news in Richmond, VA
Become a development terminology expert fast than you can say “Special use permit for a mixed-use zone.”
October 14, 2022
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Sarah Leonhardt
A woman in a headset sits in front of a computer display.
Government
New system will improve emergency response in Richmond, VA
The Dept. of Emergency Communications will change how they conduct 911 calls to provide more information to callers.
October 10, 2022
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Robin Schwartzkopf
A GRTC bus at a stop with a small shelter and bench.
Airports and Transportation
GRTC announces bus stop improvements plan in Richmond, VA
Currently, 5% of active local bus stops have a shelter and 21% have seating.
September 28, 2022
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Development
RVA Diamond Partners chosen for Diamond District development project
The Thalhimer-based firm was chosen by the city after nearly a year of deliberations.
September 13, 2022
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Katie Potter
Broad Street facing east is seen from the middle of the street.
Business
10 Arts District tenants receive state grants
Venture Richmond awarded $10,000 to ten different businesses that opened between Jan. 1 and May 15, 2022.
September 8, 2022
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Robin Schwartzkopf
The Richmond skyline as seen from the James River
Government
Three proposed zoning changes in Richmond, VA
The city is looking to revise short-term rental regulations, eliminate parking space minimums, and permit accessory dwelling units.
August 17, 2022
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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