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Sunday, May 25th, 2025
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Good morning, Richmond. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 25th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday morning, Richmond volunteers painted a new street mural at Laburnum Avenue and Hermitage Road to slow traffic and improve safety for pedestrians and cyclists—organized by the Office of Equitable Transit and Mobility and inspired by Linwood Holton Elementary students. City officials say this cost-effective project meets safety needs faster than traditional traffic plans. 6 News
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Authorities responded to a house fire today on Robious Road near Middlothian Turnpike just before 8:30 a.m., and firefighters contained the blaze in 45 minutes with no injuries reported. 12 On Your Side
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Deputies in Hanover County began a death investigation on May 24th at about 10:30 a.m. after a suspicious vehicle call led them to a Mechanicsville gas station where they found a man’s body inside his car—his name has not yet been released as officials work to notify his family. 6 News
- ➤ Chesterfield police are searching for a suspect in an overnight shooting on the 2400 block of Vicki Ct that left one man severely injured; officers responded at 11:38 p.m. on Saturday and took the victim, who had a gunshot wound, to a local hospital. The suspect is described as a male in gray pants, a black coat and a face mask — anyone with information is asked to come forward. 12 On Your Side
- ➤ Police responded at 10:30 a.m. today at a Sheetz station on Pole Green Road where they found a man dead in his vehicle, and officials say there is no sign of foul play while his identity is being withheld until next of kin are notified. 12 On Your Side
- ➤ A man was shot in the back after an argument in a downtown Richmond apartment building late Friday night and was taken to a nearby hospital with non-life-threatening injuries—police have detained a suspect. 6 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Starting July 1, Virginia will require all car occupants to buckle up in the back seat to reduce deaths during busy summer travel. Mom Christy King worked with Representative Karen Keys-Gamarra & the DMV to pass the law & hopes the change saves lives. 12 On Your Side
- ➤ In Richmond, protests following George Floyd’s death led to promised police reforms such as a civilian review board, but critics say the changes are falling short of expectations. UVA Professor Brian N. Williams warned that momentum is shifting back to pre-Floyd practices—raising concerns about funding cuts and limited oversight power. Richmond Times-Dispatch
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Publix recalled its Greenwise Pear, Kiwi, Spinach & Pea Baby Food pouches after tests found lead levels at 13.4 parts per billion, which is above the FDA limit. The recalled products produced by Bowman Andros in Mount Jackson were removed from over 1,400 stores, and customers can return them for a full refund as no illnesses have been reported. 6 News
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7-11 PM — Richmond Music Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience the captivating sounds of A Place To Bury Strangers as they perform tracks from their latest album.
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Elle Christine Live Performance
7-10 p.m. — Harry's at Hofheimer — Check website for entry cost — Enjoy an intimate night of heartfelt indie-folk music with Elle Christine and her band.
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Chris Leggett Live Performance
8 p.m. — Richmond Music Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience local talent with Chris Leggett and the Copper Line on stage supporting The Pink Stones & Ma'aM.
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