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Sahara Sriraman

Richmond

Reporter and Multimedia Journalist at WRIC-TV (Richmond, VA)

@8News reporter | @VCU alumna | RTs ≠ endorsements

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  • 1 week ago | wric.com | Katelyn Harlow |Sahara Sriraman

    HENRICO COUNTY, Va. (WRIC) — Following low water pressure reported by many in Henrico County on Thursday, the county announced that the issues are due to a water main break in Richmond. Water tanks have filled overnight to continue providing water service. According to a Henrico County spokesperson, a water main break at Canal and 8th Streets in Richmond on Thursday, May 29, caused reports of low water pressure throughout the county.

  • 1 week ago | wric.com | Sahara Sriraman

    RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — Central Virginia has recently seen an increase in reports of human trafficking, according to Safe Harbor, a local organization dedicated to supporting survivors. Alexandria Wall, Director of Human Trafficking Services at Safe Harbor, said the rise reflects both a growing number of survivors coming forward and increased referrals from police, social workers and other frontline professionals. “Traffickers know how to target victims and their insecurities.

  • 1 week ago | wric.com | Sahara Sriraman

    GLEN ALLEN, Va. (WRIC) — Richmond’s annual Indian-Sri Lankan Food Festival kicked off today along with the sizzling sound of dosa batter and the rich aroma of curry spices. Held annually at the Tabernacle Pentecostal Church in the heart of Glen Allen, the festival drew hundreds of attendees on Saturday May 24, along with the beat of traditional music which created a vibrant atmosphere for attendees. The festival left many eager to experience the bold flavors and rich heritage of South Asia.

  • 2 weeks ago | wric.com | Sahara Sriraman

    RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — If you’re hitting the road or catching a flight this Memorial Day weekend, you’re far from alone. AAA projects more than 1 million Virginians will travel over the holiday weekend — about 30,000 more than last year. Though this marks the smallest holiday travel increase in nearly a decade, roads and airports are still expected to be packed. Nationwide, over 45 million Americans are expected to travel, making this year the second busiest Memorial Day weekend on record.

  • 2 weeks ago | wric.com | Sahara Sriraman

    RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — A bill that could have made African American history count as a required social studies credit in Virginia high schools was vetoed last month by Governor Glenn Youngkin. The decision drew sharp criticism from educators, lawmakers and scholars who say the move perpetuates the marginalization of Black history in public education.

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Sahara Sriraman
Sahara Sriraman @SaharaSriraman
1 Nov 24

RT @VCUPD: Our detectives continue to seek information on this case. Thank you to @SaharaSriraman for helping spread the word. Anyone wit…

Sahara Sriraman
Sahara Sriraman @SaharaSriraman
14 Aug 24

Classes start next week, only freshman are on campus right now according to VSU.

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8News WRIC Richmond @8NEWS

BREAKING: Four people shot on Virginia State University's campus https://t.co/AN0VQY3h8R

Sahara Sriraman
Sahara Sriraman @SaharaSriraman
29 May 24

RT @RAAEMS: Thanks to @SaharaSriraman and @8NEWS for coming out and raising awareness about how dangerous hot cars can be for kids as we co…