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Mayor Danny Avula has declared that Richmond will not renew its contract with Flock Safety for license-plate reading technology. This decision follows a review of the contract and reflects a regional trend as other localities in Virginia also move away from the company.

Christa Pike has been discharged from the hospital and is now recovering in a Tennessee prison after a botched lethal injection. The state has paused further executions pending an independent review of the incident.

Authorities released body camera footage showing the home life of Justine May and her daughters weeks before the girls were found dead. Emory and Harlow Deacon were discovered starved to death during a welfare check, leading to homicide charges against their mother.

Mia Shay St Hilaire, a 12-year-old girl, died after consuming a Twix milkshake contaminated with hazelnut residue at a London cafe. The cafe operator has pleaded guilty to multiple charges related to allergen management.

A person has died in Birmingham, Alabama, after a tree fell on a home during Hurricane Isaias. The storm, which made landfall as a Category 2 hurricane, brought strong winds and heavy rain, leading to multiple incidents across the region.

The court revealed that two Ole Miss students died from substance-related causes, prompting an investigation into a local vape shop's sales of narcotics. Aidan Hamilton and Robert Strang's deaths have raised concerns about the safety of kratom-based products.

A sheriff's deputy in Alabama sustained minor injuries when a tree fell while responding to storm damage from Hurricane Isaias. The incident occurred during a dangerous situation with multiple downed trees on U.S. Highway 231.

An 84-year-old woman was killed when her vehicle fell from a high-rise parking garage in downtown Honolulu. The incident occurred when her car broke through a retaining wall and fell five stories, landing on its roof on the sidewalk.

Richmond is bracing for significant rainfall from Saturday night through Sunday, with potential downpours and strong winds. A First Alert Weather Day has been issued due to the risk of severe weather.

A man has died from a stabbing incident on Midlothian Turnpike in Richmond. Police discovered the victim while responding to an accident and are seeking information from the public.

A local man was spotted on a boat off Dauphin Island as Hurricane Isaias approached, demonstrating his willingness to face the storm's dangers. The hurricane is expected to make landfall with maximum winds of 110 mph and significant storm surge.

Several concert dates for Usher and Chris Brown have been abruptly removed from their tour schedule, including a show in Columbia, SC. The cancellations come as Chris Brown faces legal troubles, with no official reason provided for the event removals.

The Richmond Folk Festival is back this weekend at Brown's Island, marking the site's temporary reopening during a $30 million renovation. The free event features diverse musical performances and attracts visitors from across the country, despite potential rain on Sunday.

Denise Gorondy-Toderico, a Hanover resident, shares her inspiring recovery story in the award-winning documentary 'Everforward.' After surviving a traumatic brain injury from a hit-and-run in 2016, Denise aims to motivate others facing challenges.

Dr. Mehmet Oz, head of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, defends the Trump administration's rural health care spending amidst criticism over significant cuts. The debate highlights conflicting views on health care funding and its impact on states.

Governor Abigail Spanberger visited Glen Lea Elementary to celebrate the school's achievement of full state accreditation, a significant improvement from last year. The visit highlighted the overall success of Henrico County Public Schools, which saw all schools earn full accreditation this year.

A federal judge has approved AT&T's $177 million settlement related to data breaches affecting millions of customers. Affected individuals may receive payments ranging from $6.50 to $5,000 based on their claims.

A UVA Health doctor suggests that shorter antibiotic courses may be effective for common infections like pneumonia and UTIs. Dr. Amy Mathers emphasizes the importance of not stopping antibiotics prematurely and encourages patients to discuss the possibility of shorter treatment durations with their doctors.

As Hurricane Isaias approaches the Gulf Coast, Verizon is offering unlimited calling, texting, and data to affected customers in Alabama, Florida, and Mississippi from October 9 to 15. The initiative aims to support those in impacted areas without requiring any action from customers.

Katie Zacharia has reportedly been selected to succeed Karoline Leavitt as White House press secretary. Zacharia, a communications adviser for Truth Social, is set to take on the role following Leavitt's departure in August.