Police chief fires officer, releases video of shooting death
March 23, 2023 GMTFAIRFAX, Va. (AP) — A northern Virginia police officer was fired Thursday after fatally shooting a man last month who had allegedly stolen two pairs of sunglasses from a busy shopping mall. Police also released video of the deadly encounter.
Judge denies defense bid to prevent release of Otieno’s body
March 23, 2023 GMTRICHMOND, Va. (AP) — A Virginia judge has denied a request from attorneys for one of seven sheriff’s deputies charged in the death of a mental patient to prevent the man’s body from being released until they decide whether they will seek an independent autopsy.
Otieno family attorneys push back against officers’ defense
March 22, 2023 GMTRICHMOND, Va. (AP) — As a video was released publicly this week showing sheriff’s deputies and employees of a Virginia mental hospital pinning Irvo Otieno to the floor, attorneys for several of the defendants charged with second-degree murder in his death began to weigh in to defend their clients.
Video shows Irvo Otieno pinned to floor before his death
March 22, 2023 GMTDINWIDDIE, Va. (AP) — A large group of sheriff's deputies and employees of a Virginia mental hospital pinned patient Irvo Otieno to the floor earlier this month until he was motionless and limp, then began unsuccessful resuscitation efforts, newly obtained surveillance video shows.
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Prosecutor to release video of death of man in custody
March 18, 2023 GMTDINWIDDIE, Va. (AP) — Prosecutors plan next week to release the video that led authorities in Virginia to charge seven deputies and three state mental hospital employees with second-degree murder in the death of a handcuffed and shackled man.
7 deputies charged with murder in the death of Irvo Otieno
March 17, 2023 GMTDINWIDDIE, Va. (AP) — Video from a state mental hospital shows a Black Virginia man who was handcuffed and shackled being pinned to the ground by seven deputies who are now facing second-degree murder charges in his death, according to relatives of the man and their attorneys who viewed the footage Thursday.
Tredegar: Q4 Earnings Snapshot
March 16, 2023 GMTRICHMOND, Va. (AP) — RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Tredegar Corp. (TG) on Thursday reported a loss of $3.9 million in its fourth quarter.
The Richmond, Virginia-based company said it had a loss of 11 cents per share.
Virginia deputies charged in man’s death at mental hospital
March 14, 2023 GMTRICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Seven Virginia sheriff's office employees have been charged with second-degree murder in connection with the death of a 28-year-old man at a state mental hospital last week, a local prosecutor said Tuesday.
George Mason beats Richmond 62-57 in A-10 Tournament
March 8, 2023 GMTNEW YORK (AP) — Josh Oduro had a double-double and Ronald Polite put George Mason ahead with a 3-pointer with 47 seconds left in a 62-57 win over Richmond in the second round of the Atlantic 10 Conference Tournament.
McClellan becomes 1st Black woman for Virginia in Congress
March 8, 2023 GMTWASHINGTON (AP) — Democrat Jennifer McClellan, holding the receipt for a poll tax her father once had to pay tucked into the pages of a family Bible, was sworn into the U.S.
Gaines and George Mason knock off Richmond 62-60
March 4, 2023 GMTRICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Davonte Gaines scored the game-winning layup with four seconds left and racked up 23 total points to lead George Mason past Richmond 62-60 on Saturday in an Atlantic 10 Conference regular-season ending game.
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Reynolds’ 33 lead Saint Joseph’s (PA) over Richmond 83-67
March 2, 2023 GMTPHILADELPHIA (AP) — Erik Reynolds II tied a career-high 33 points and Saint Joseph's (PA) beat Richmond 83-67 on Wednesday night.
Reynolds added five rebounds for the Hawks (14-16, 8-10 Atlantic 10).
Lumber Liquidators: Q4 Earnings Snapshot
March 1, 2023 GMTRICHMOND, Va. (AP) — RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — LL Flooring Holdings, Inc. (LL) on Wednesday reported a fourth-quarter loss of $15.1 million, after reporting a profit in the same period a year earlier.
On a per-share basis, the Richmond, Virginia-based company said it had a loss of 53 cents.
Bagby wins Democratic primary for blue-leaning Senate seat
February 27, 2023 GMTRICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Democratic Del. Lamont Bagby defeated two opponents in a firehouse primary Sunday to advance to a March special general election for the blue-leaning, Richmond-based 9th Senate District of Virginia against GOP nominee Stephen Imholt.
Baldwin’s 18 points lead VCU past Richmond 73-58
February 25, 2023 GMTRICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Adrian Baldwin Jr.'s 18 points helped VCU defeat Richmond 73-58 on Friday night.
Baldwin also contributed five rebounds, eight assists, and four steals for the Rams (22-7, 13-3 Atlantic 10 Conference).
Appeals court upholds N. Carolina Outer Banks bridge plan
February 23, 2023 GMTRALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — A federal appeals court upheld on Thursday the decision by state and U.S. transportation officials to build a toll bridge connecting North Carolina's mainland and the northern Outer Banks.
Virginia special election set to fill McClellan Senate seat
February 23, 2023 GMTRICHMOND, Va. (AP) — A special election has been set for March 28 to fill the vacancy in the Virginia Senate created by Richmond Democrat Jennifer McClellan's election to the U.S.
Brink’s: Q4 Earnings Snapshot
February 22, 2023 GMTRICHMOND, Va. (AP) — RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Brink's Co. (BCO) on Wednesday reported fourth-quarter profit of $47.7 million.
The Richmond, Virginia-based company said it had net income of $1.01 per share.
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Allen Park Cabrini 50, Summerfield 41
Ann Arbor Gabriel Richard 47, Macomb Lutheran North 25
McClellan wins special election for Virginia’s 4th District
February 22, 2023 GMTRICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Virginia voters on Tuesday elected Democrat Jennifer McClellan, a veteran state legislator from Richmond, to fill an open seat in the U.S. House of Representatives, where she will make history as the first Black woman to represent the state in Congress.
Burton scores 20, Richmond beats Saint Louis 81-78
February 22, 2023 GMTRICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Tyler Burton scored 20 points to help Richmond defeat Saint Louis 81-78 on Tuesday night.
Burton added nine rebounds and four steals for the Spiders (14-14, 7-8 Atlantic 10 Conference).
Apple Hospitality REIT: Q4 Earnings Snapshot
February 21, 2023 GMTRICHMOND, Va. (AP) — RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Apple Hospitality REIT Inc. (APLE) on Tuesday reported a key measure of profitability in its fourth quarter. The results topped Wall Street expectations.
The real estate investment trust, based in Richmond, Virginia, said it had funds from operations of $74.5 million, or 33 cents per share, in the period.
Supreme Court won’t revive lawsuit over NSA surveillance
February 21, 2023 GMTWASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court on Tuesday declined to revive an ACLU lawsuit challenging a portion of the National Security Agency’s warrantless surveillance of Americans’ international email and phone communications.
Richmond’s Mooney stepping away to undergo heart surgery
February 17, 2023 GMTRICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Richmond coach Chris Mooney said Friday he is stepping away from the Spiders for the remainder of the season to undergo heart surgery.
Mooney, 50, said the procedure will be performed next week at the University of Virginia Medical Center to remove an aneurysm in his ascending aorta.
Drame has 16, La Salle takes down Richmond 68-62
February 16, 2023 GMTPHILADELPHIA (AP) — Hassan Drame scored 16 points as La Salle beat Richmond 68-62 on Wednesday night.
Drame shot 6 for 9, including 4 for 5 from beyond the arc for the Explorers (13-13, 7-6 Atlantic 10 Conference).
VEC: Many claimants must prove they didn’t appeal too late
February 15, 2023 GMTRICHMOND, Va. (AP) — The Virginia Employment Commission recently notified almost 17,000 individuals that their unemployment benefit appeals will not be heard unless they can prove by Thursday that they did not file them too late.
Panel quashes bill allowing murder charges for drug dealers
February 13, 2023 GMTRICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Virginia Senate Democrats on Monday defeated legislation for a second time this session that would have allowed prosecutors to charge drug dealers with second-degree murder if a user dies of an overdose.
Burton puts up 23, Richmond downs Loyola Chicago 74-71
February 11, 2023 GMTRICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Tyler Burton had 23 points in Richmond's 74-71 win against Loyola Chicago on Saturday night.
Burton added five rebounds for the Spiders (13-13, 6-7 Atlantic 10 Conference).
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DA says libel case against N. Carolina Attorney General over
February 10, 2023 GMTRALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — A North Carolina prosecutor said Thursday that campaign-related charges won't be pursued further against Attorney General Josh Stein or his aides, one day after an appeals court ruled the political libel law her office was seeking to enforce is most likely unconstitutional.
Adams, George Washington defeat Richmond 107-105 in 2OT
February 9, 2023 GMTWASHINGTON (AP) — Brendan Adams scored 35 points, including six in double overtime, as George Washington knocked off Richmond 107-105 on Wednesday night.
Adams also contributed six assists for the Colonials (12-12, 6-5 Atlantic 10 Conference).
Universal Corp.: Fiscal Q3 Earnings Snapshot
February 8, 2023 GMTRICHMOND, Va. (AP) — RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Universal Corp. (UVV) on Wednesday reported net income of $41.7 million in its fiscal third quarter.
On a per-share basis, the Richmond, Virginia-based company said it had profit of $1.67.
Appeals court backs North Carolina AG Stein on libel law
February 8, 2023 GMTRALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — A federal appeals court sided again with North Carolina's attorney general on Wednesday, saying a 1931 libel law is most likely unconstitutional. Josh Stein has sought to block a fellow Democrat from using the law to prosecute him over a 2020 campaign commercial.
Dominion Energy: Q4 Earnings Snapshot
February 8, 2023 GMTRICHMOND, Va. (AP) — RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Dominion Energy Inc. (D) on Wednesday reported a fourth-quarter loss of $42 million, after reporting a profit in the same period a year earlier.
The Richmond, Virginia-based company said it had a loss of 7 cents per share.
Performance Food: Fiscal Q2 Earnings Snapshot
February 8, 2023 GMTRICHMOND, Va. (AP) — RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Performance Food Group Co. (PFGC) on Wednesday reported fiscal second-quarter profit of $71.1 million.
On a per-share basis, the Richmond, Virginia-based company said it had profit of 46 cents.
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Genworth Financial: Q4 Earnings Snapshot
February 6, 2023 GMTRICHMOND, Va. (AP) — RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Genworth Financial Inc. (GNW) on Monday reported fourth-quarter net income of $175 million.
On a per-share basis, the Richmond, Virginia-based company said it had net income of 35 cents.
Samuel, Richmond net 14, Seton Hall tops DePaul 69-64
February 5, 2023 GMTNEWARK, N.J. (AP) — Tyrese Samuel and Kadary Richmond both scored 14 points to help Seton Hall defeat DePaul 69-64 on Sunday.
Samuel had seven rebounds for the Pirates (15-9, 8-5 Big East Conference).
Richmond defeats Fordham 68-58
February 5, 2023 GMTRICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Matt Grace scored 21 points as Richmond beat Fordham 68-58 on Sunday.
Grace also contributed five rebounds for the Spiders (12-12, 5-6 Atlantic 10 Conference). Tyler Burton added 18 points while going 5 of 7 and 7 of 10 from the free throw line, and he also had eight rebounds.
Senate Democrats kill Youngkin-backed bill on school awards
February 3, 2023 GMTRICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Virginia Senate Democrats this week voted down a priority measure for Republican Gov. Glenn Youngkin that would have required student and parental notification about certain scholastic awards.
Farell scores 18, St. Bonaventure beats Richmond 66-62
February 2, 2023 GMTRICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Yann Farell had 18 points and St. Bonaventure beat Richmond 66-62 on Wednesday night.
Farell was 7 of 10 shooting (4 for 5 from distance) for the Bonnies (12-11, 6-4 Atlantic 10 Conference).
Virginia AG opposes prosecuting women seeking abortions
February 1, 2023 GMTRICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Speaking at an annual anti-abortion rally and march in Richmond, Republican Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares said Wednesday that he opposes the idea that women should be prosecuted for seeking abortions.
Altria: Q4 Earnings Snapshot
February 1, 2023 GMTRICHMOND, Va. (AP) _ Altria Group (MO) on Wednesday reported fourth-quarter net income of $2.69 billion.
The Richmond, Virginia-based company said it had net income of $1.50 per share. Earnings, adjusted for pretax gains, were $1.18 per share.
NewMarket: Q4 Earnings Snapshot
January 31, 2023 GMTRICHMOND, Va. (AP) _ NewMarket Corp. (NEU) on Tuesday reported fourth-quarter profit of $90.5 million.
On a per-share basis, the Richmond, Virginia-based company said it had profit of $9.26.
The holding company for manufacturers of petroleum additives and lubricants posted revenue of $682.6 million in the period.
Michigan Prep Basketball Poll
January 30, 2023 GMTThe top 10 teams in the Michigan Associated Press high school basketball poll, with records in parentheses. Totals are based on 15 points for a first-place vote, 14 for second,etc.:
Virginia police: 4 juveniles charged in 16-year-old’s death
January 29, 2023 GMTCHESTERFIELD, Va. (AP) — Four young people have been charged with second-degree murder for the fatal shooting of a 16-year-old in central Virginia this past week, police announced on Sunday.
Chesterfield County Police said the four, whose names won’t be released because they are juveniles, had been arrested in relation to the death of Tyce J.
Brea sparks Dayton to 86-60 victory over Richmond
January 28, 2023 GMTDAYTON, Ohio (AP) — Koby Brea scored 18 points off of the bench to lead Dayton past Richmond 86-60 on Saturday.
Brea finished 6 of 7 from 3-point range for the Flyers (14-8, 6-3 Atlantic 10 Conference).
Morrissey’s Petersburg casino bill clears early hurdle
January 27, 2023 GMTRICHMOND, Va. (AP) — A bill that would let Petersburg hold a public referendum on a proposed $1.4 billion casino while blocking Richmond from a second shot at a project rejected in 2021 has cleared an early hurdle.
Wednesday’s Scores
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Luis’ 23 lead UMass over Richmond 85-76
January 26, 2023 GMTAMHERST, Mass. (AP) — RJ Luis' 23 points helped UMass defeat Richmond 85-76 on Wednesday night.
Luis added seven rebounds and five assists for the Minutemen (12-8, 3-5 Atlantic 10 Conference).
Lawyer defends North Carolina’s transgender care exclusions
January 25, 2023 GMTRALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — A lawyer representing the leaders of North Carolina's state employee health plan defended its exclusion of gender-affirming treatments on Wednesday before a federal appeals court, facing a barrage of criticisms from its chief judge.
Atlantic Union: Q4 Earnings Snapshot
January 24, 2023 GMTRICHMOND, Va. (AP) _ Atlantic Union Bankshares Corporation (AUB) on Tuesday reported fourth-quarter net income of $70.5 million.
The Richmond, Virginia-based bank said it had earnings of 90 cents per share.
Confederate general’s remains moved to Virginia hometown
January 24, 2023 GMTCULPEPER, Va. (AP) — The remains of a Confederate general unearthed from beneath a monument at the center of a Virginia intersection have been reinterred at a cemetery in his hometown.
Last month, Richmond, which served as the Confederacy’s capital for most of the Civil War, removed the statue of Confederate Gen.
New trial sought over stop after jury mostly favors police
January 23, 2023 GMTRICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Attorneys representing a U.S. Army lieutenant who was pepper-sprayed, struck and handcuffed during a traffic stop have filed a motion for a new trial after a jury found mostly in favor of the police officers.
Watkins scores 15 as VCU defeats Richmond 74-62
January 21, 2023 GMTRICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Jamir Watkins led VCU over Richmond on Friday night with 15 points off of the bench in a 74-62 victory.
Watkins also contributed 10 rebounds for the Rams (15-5, 6-1 Atlantic 10 Conference).
Bills to limit inmate fees advance in Virginia Senate
January 20, 2023 GMTRICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Legislation that would give inmates in Virginia prisons free phone calls and email access and reduce the costs of food and other commissary items in local jails won approval Friday from a Democrat-led Senate committee.
Tuesday’s Scores
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Allen Park 50, Dearborn Heights Crestwood 39
Allen Park Inter-City Baptist 44, Southfield Christian 39
Jury mostly backs police sued by soldier over a traffic stop
January 17, 2023 GMTNEWPORT NEWS, Va. (AP) — A federal jury in Virginia on Tuesday found mostly in favor of two police officers who were sued by a U.S. Army lieutenant after he was pepper sprayed, struck and handcuffed during a traffic stop.
Burton’s double-double leads Richmond past Davidson 61-57
January 12, 2023 GMTDAVIDSON, N.C. (AP) — Tyler Burton's 17 points and 12 rebounds helped Richmond defeat Davidson 61-57 on Wednesday night.
Burton added five steals for the Spiders (10-7, 3-1 Atlantic 10 Conference).
Roche’s late 3 lifts Richmond over Duquesne, 75-73
January 8, 2023 GMTRICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Tyler Burton led Richmond with 23 points and Jason Roche scored the game-winning 3-pointer with eight seconds left as the Spiders beat Duquesne 75-73 on Saturday night.
Burton also contributed eight rebounds for the Spiders (9-7, 2-1 Atlantic 10).
Trial set for Black soldier suing police over violent stop
January 7, 2023 GMTNORFOLK, Va. (AP) — A U.S. Army lieutenant who was pepper sprayed, struck and handcuffed by police in rural Virginia, but never arrested, will argue to a jury that he was assaulted and falsely imprisoned and that his vehicle was illegally searched.
Duquesne wins 79-70 against VCU
January 5, 2023 GMTPITTSBURGH (AP) — Jimmy Clark III scored 17 of his 26 points in the second half and Duquesne beat VCU 79-70 on Wednesday night.
Clark added six rebounds and five steals for the Dukes (12-4). Rodney Gunn Jr.
Burton scores 26, Richmond beats George Washington 73-63
January 5, 2023 GMTRICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Tyler Burton had 26 points in Richmond's 73-63 win over George Washington on Wednesday night.
Burton also had seven rebounds and four steals for the Spiders (8-7). Jason Nelson scored 11 points and added five rebounds.
Man convicted in police killing could get more prison time
January 2, 2023 GMTRICHMOND, Va. (AP) — A man who was sentenced to serve 36 years in prison for the murder of a Virginia State Police special agent could get additional time in prison after being convicted in two prison assaults.
NYC nurses, hospitals resume contract talks; some reach pact
January 2, 2023 GMTNEW YORK (AP) — A possible strike by thousands of New York City nurses loomed Monday even as nurses at one hospital reached a tentative agreement hours before their contract was set to expire.
The pact affecting 4,000 nurses at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital awaits ratification.
Review: A reporter at a dying paper solves a serial murder
January 2, 2023 GMT“Dogtown,” by Howard Owens (Permanent Press)
Willie Black is a multi-racial, 60-year-old reporter who covers the night-cops beat for a dying Richmond, Virginia, newspaper. He smokes, drinks, and falls in love too much, knows the sleazy side of his city as well as he knows his own face, and is fiercely dedicated to a profession that has not been kind to him.
Polite’s 22 lead George Mason past Richmond 62-58
December 31, 2022 GMTFAIRFAX, Va. (AP) — Ronald Polite scored 22 points as George Mason beat Richmond 62-58 on Saturday.
Polite shot 6 of 9 from the field and 9 for 10 from the line for the Patriots (9-5). Josh Oduro scored 10 points and added 12 rebounds.
Eastern Kentucky hosts Dye and Queens
December 31, 2022 GMTQueens Royals (11-3, 1-0 ASUN) at Eastern Kentucky Colonels (7-6)
Richmond, Kentucky; Saturday, 4 p.m. EST
FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK LINE: Eastern Kentucky -1; over/under is 149
NYC nurses give 10-day strike notice as talks continue
December 31, 2022 GMTNEW YORK (AP) — Thousands of nurses in New York City notified eight hospitals on Friday that they will go on strike in 10 days unless contract agreements are reached.
Friday was the last scheduled day of negotiations as the contracts were set to expire on Saturday.
Suspect in killing of Indiana cop seeks to represent himself
December 29, 2022 GMTRICHMOND, Ind. (AP) — A man facing a death penalty charge in the fatal shooting of an Indiana police officer has asked a judge to represent himself, and his appointed attorney wants to withdraw from the case.
Burton’s 20 lead Richmond past Coppin State 83-65
December 29, 2022 GMTRICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Tyler Burton scored 20 points as Richmond beat Coppin State 83-65 on Wednesday night.
Burton also contributed eight rebounds for the Spiders (7-6). Jason Roche scored 16 points while shooting 4 for 8 from beyond the arc and 4 of 4 from the free throw line, and added three steals.
Virginia state Sen. McClellan wins Democratic nomination
December 22, 2022 GMTFALLS CHURCH, Va. (AP) — Virginia state Sen. Jennifer McClellan has overwhelmingly won the Democratic nomination to succeed the late A. Donald McEachin in Congress, party officials said Thursday.
McClellan won the nomination 85% of the vote in Tuesday’s firehouse primary over Sen.
CarMax: Fiscal Q3 Earnings Snapshot
December 22, 2022 GMTRICHMOND, Va. (AP) _ CarMax Inc. (KMX) on Thursday reported fiscal third-quarter net income of $37.6 million.
On a per-share basis, the Richmond, Virginia-based company said it had profit of 24 cents.
Burton scores 29, Richmond downs Bucknell 81-71
December 22, 2022 GMTRICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Tyler Burton scored 29 points and Richmond beat Bucknell 81-71 on Wednesday night.
Burton had five rebounds for the Spiders (6-6). Matt Grace scored 20 points and made 4 of 6 3-pointers.
DeLoach’s 18 help VCU take down Navy 74-52
December 22, 2022 GMTRICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Jalen DeLoach had 18 points in VCU's 74-52 win against Navy on Wednesday night.
DeLoach also contributed six rebounds for the Rams (9-4). Jamir Watkins was 7 of 13 shooting, including 1 for 3 from distance, and went 3 for 3 from the line to add 18 points.
Projects examining Richmond’s history win $16M in funding
December 20, 2022 GMTRICHMOND, Va. (AP) — The former Confederate capital has secured an $11 million grant to build an interpretive center that city officials hope will someday be part of an ambitious, long-envisioned memorial campus honoring the memory of enslaved people.
Democrats to select congressional nominee in Va. district
December 20, 2022 GMTDemocrats in a Richmond-based congressional district are voting Tuesday to select a nominee for the seat held by the late Donald McEachin.
The party is holding a firehouse primary at eight voting sites throughout the state's 4th Congressional District.
Bringing a dog along for a holiday stay? Make sure to plan
December 19, 2022 GMTNEW YORK (AP) — Traveling with dogs can be stressful. Throw in holiday home stays at one of the most chaotic times of the year and double that stress for humans and animals alike — especially when hosts have pets of their own.