WRIC-TV (Richmond, VA)

WRIC-TV, also known as channel 8, is a television station in Richmond, Virginia, that is affiliated with ABC. The station is part of Media General, which is based in Richmond and operates it as one of its main stations. While WRIC-TV is licensed to Petersburg, its studios are situated on Arboretum Place in Chesterfield County, although they use a Richmond mailing address. The transmitter for the station is located in Bon Air.

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#45905

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#8952

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Vance says it’s ‘pretty crazy’ he met Pope Francis right before he died

1 day ago | wric.com | Brett Samuels

(The Hill) — Vice President JD Vance on Wednesday reflected on his meeting with Pope Francis, which came just hours before the pontiff died earlier this week. “I thought a lot about that. It’s pretty crazy, actually,” Vance told reporters in India when asked about being one of the last officials to meet with the Pope. “Obviously, when I saw him, I didn’t know that he had less than 24 hours still on this Earth,” Vance added. “I think it was a great blessing. But, you know, he saw a lot of people.
‘A cooler, greener and more resilient Richmond’: City launches project to combat heat, expand green spaces

1 day ago | wric.com | Sara Molina

RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — Earth Day was celebrated around the world on Monday, and Richmond marked the occasion with the launch of a 5-year environmental initiative aimed at cooling down some of its hottest neighborhoods. It’s called “Cool the City” and it is a 5-year plan to plant over a thousand trees across Richmond and invest in environmental workforce development.
‘A loss felt deeply’: Richmond Catholics honor Pope Francis after his death

2 days ago | wric.com | Sara Molina

RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — Pope Francis, born Jorge Mario Bergoglio, led the Roman Catholic Church for more than 12 years until he died at the age of 88 on Easter Monday. Guiding over a billion Catholics globally, the loss was felt around the world. In Richmond, dozens gathered at the Cathedral of the Sacred Heart for a special honorary Mass led by Bishop Barry Knestout. “With the loss of a pope, there’s always that sadness—someone we know and care about being gone from us,” Knestout said.
Student loans in default to be referred to debt collection, Education Department says

2 days ago | wric.com | Annie Ma

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Education Department will begin collection next month on student loans that are in default, including the garnishing of wages for potentially millions of borrowers, officials said Monday. Currently, roughly 5.3 million borrowers are in default on their federal student loans. The Trump administration ’s announcement marks an end to a period of leniency that began during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Alert issued for pork product that may contain metal

2 days ago | wric.com | Laurel Stone

(WKBN) — The Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service has issued a public health alert for pork products after determining that they could be contaminated with metal. The alert affects pork carnitas products produced by Cargill Meat Solutions earlier this month, on April 1 and 2, and sold in Aldi stores nationwide.
Earth Day tips for taking care of your outdoor space

3 days ago | wric.com | Jennifer Manfrin

Protecting the earth for the future starts with your patio and backyard If Earth Day (tomorrow) has you pondering ways you can help the planet, you don’t have to leave the comfort of your home to make a difference. If you want to celebrate Earth Day, aim to reduce your carbon footprint. We turned to BestReviews home improvement expert Beth Allen for Earth Day tips on creating an outdoor living space that will help you make the world a bit greener.
Egg-spensive Easter: Sky-high egg prices spark crafty alternatives

5 days ago | wric.com | Sara Molina

RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — As Easter weekend approaches, a growing social media trend has people across the country — including in Richmond — preparing for the holiday in a more creative, cost-savvy way. The shift comes as egg prices remain elevated. Economists say it’s a trend fueled largely by ongoing supply issues. “We’re still dealing with the fallout from avian flu is the main reason,” said Stephen Day, an economics professor at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU).
‘It’s not a snitch thing, it’s a justice thing’: Investigators, loved ones beg witnesses to help solve 2021 Henrico murder

5 days ago | wric.com | Sierra Krug

HENRICO COUNTY, Va. (WRIC) — A grieving family is pleading for the public’s help as police need witnesses to come forward to help solve a four-year-old murder case where a 38-year-old man was shot in broad daylight. Caron Wilkins, a beloved 38-year-old Henrico man, was shot in broad daylight almost exactly four years ago. Henrico County Police think they know what happened, but they need witnesses to come forward to help make their case.
Trump official urges criminal probe of New York attorney general, who calls request ‘retaliation’

5 days ago | wric.com | Ben Finley |Jake Offenhartz |Michael R. Sisak

NORFOLK, Va. (AP) — In the summer of 2023, New York Attorney General Letitia James helped her niece buy a modest house in Norfolk, Virginia, by becoming a co-borrower on the mortgage loan. A top housing official in the Trump administration has now seized on a document in that transaction to argue that James should be prosecuted for bank fraud, asking the U.S. Justice Department in a letter to open a criminal investigation into the Democrat.
Save time and energy cleaning your pool with a cordless pool vacuum

6 days ago | wric.com | Lauren Corona

Cordless pool vacuums are efficient and effective cleaners When you own a pool, you must devote a sizable chunk of time to cleaning and maintaining it. You should aim to vacuum your pool weekly, to remove dirt and debris, and a cordless pool cleaner will make your life easier. They might not be as powerful as corded units, but the convenience might make you more likely to vacuum your pool regularly. We rounded up the best cordless pool vacuum models that’ll keep your pool pristine.