RICHMOND POLITICS

Richmond’s Housing Crisis: Can Mayor Avula’s Plan Make a Difference?

by RVA Staff | COMMUNITY, JUSTICE, RICHMOND NEWS, RICHMOND POLITICS

In 2020, a teacher in Richmond could afford a home on their salary. Today, that same teacher would need to nearly double their income just to keep up with soaring housing prices. The cost of living in Richmond isn’t creeping up—it’s skyrocketing, and for many...

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Opinion | The Mourning After: Facing the Fallout of Election 2024

Reflections on America’s new reality and the long road ahead Like many, I had high hopes for this year’s presidential election. When Kamala Harris stepped into the race as the Democratic candidate, I felt a sense of renewed joy, hope and optimism for...

Trump’s Re-Election and the Rise of the Untouchable Billionaire Elite

As a longtime Democrat, a Richmond local, and someone who’s worked in media for over two decades, watching the election results come in hit hard—and not only because of who won. There’s something deeper going on here. Part of me held onto the hope that we hadn’t...

Dr. Danny Avula is Richmond’s New Mayor

In January, Dr. Danny Avula will make history as the first immigrant to serve as mayor of Virginia's capital. Avula clinched the Richmond mayoral race by winning six of the city's nine districts, showcasing strong, widespread support. His decisive lead across key...

It’s Election Day: Here’s Where to Grab a Drink and Watch the Madness Unfold

Alright, Richmond, it’s that special day again—Election Day! Time to choose our latest lineup of “public servants.” Anxious? Of course you are! If you're not clutching your I Voted Sticker like a lifeline, you're probably three drinks ahead of the rest of us. So...

How to Vote and Register on Election Day in Virginia – It’s Not Too Late!

Missed Virginia’s voter registration deadline? No worries—you can still register and vote on Election Day thanks to Virginia’s new same-day registration law. Starting with the 2022 General Election, the General Assembly passed a law allowing voters to register all the...

Did Tavares Floyd Mislead RVA Magazine and the Richmond Community?

In June, we interviewed Tavares Floyd, then an emerging candidate in the Richmond 6th District City Council race, during which he announced his run to us for the first time. Floyd came forward as a passionate advocate for systemic reform, connecting his political...

Photos | Richmond Halloween Parade 2024 by Michael Simon

The Richmond Halloween Parade returned for its 19th year, hosted by All The Saints Theater Company. A Richmond tradition, this parade has always been more than just a celebration—it’s a platform for protest. This year's theme, A Funeral March for Silence, served as a...

Richmond Election 2024: Check Out Our Latest Poll Numbers

As we approach Election Day in Richmond, we find ourselves not only voting for new leadership across the board but also nearing the end of our Richmond Elections Reader’s Poll, which has given the RVA Magazine community a platform to voice their...

Mechanicsville Woman/Ted Cruz Supporter Says Obama Ruined Christmas, Muslims Ruined Country

By Brad Kutner

Ted Cruz rolled through Mechanicsville last Friday and managed to wow a few county folks before asking them for money - and among them was Tom and Nancy who think Obama ruined Christmas and the Muslims are ruining our country. The folks at CSPAN were on the scene to capture the voices of voters (or possible voters) and in an incredible, baseless...

VCU students rally, die in on Broad St., in solidarity with Martese Johnson [VIDEO]

By Craig Zirpolo

Virginia Commonwealth University students rallied in the heart of Richmond on Wednesday in solidarity with Martese Johnson, a black University of Virginia student who was injured when ABC agents arres Virginia Commonwealth University students rallied in the heart of Richmond on Wednesday in solidarity with Martese Johnson, a black University of...

Watch Lots Of RVA-Famous Folks Dance To Pharrell’s “Happy” In New Viral Video

By RVA Staff

That new Pharrell single, "Happy," sure is a lot of fun, right? So much fun, apparently, that all of RVA had to get into the act in this new video from local production company JI Live. Featuring everybody from Mayor Dwight C. Jones to legendary muralist Ed Trask, plus the NBC 12 news crew, the VCU Rams mascot, and a whole lot of other people...

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