Lawmakers are clearing the way for use of the psychedelic mushroom compound psilocybin as a potential medical treatment, once a formulation is approved by the Food and Drug Administration. Senate Bill 379 directs the state Board of Pharmacy to reschedule psilocybin...
Richmond has achieved a perfect score of 100 on the 2024 Municipal Equality Index (MEI), a comprehensive assessment of LGBTQ+ inclusion in municipal policies, services, and laws. Released annually by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation (HRC), this year’s MEI evaluated 11 cities and towns in Virginia, with Richmond standing proudly alongside nine...
Richmond has $3 million up for grabs—money meant to improve the city, boost its neighborhoods, and maybe even change a few lives. But here’s the twist: for once, city hall isn’t the ones calling the shots. Instead, they’re turning to the people, asking a deceptively simple question: what do you want? It’s a bold move, giving the public the reins...
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 America. Led by our first female president, I envisioned a nation turning the page on...
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 reached a point where billionaires, including the world’s wealthiest man, could buy...
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 areas placed him far ahead of former city councilor Michelle Mosby, who maintained a...
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 instead of nervously refreshing your news feed at home, why not join the downtown...
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 way up to—and on—Election Day. More information HERE. If you haven't already...
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 aspirations to deeply personal stories of civil rights and family history. He went...
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 tribute to Palestine and all communities worldwide fighting for their existence....
