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Body-camera footage from the 2023 Richneck Elementary School shooting has been released, showing a 6-year-old boy cursing at officers and admitting he stole his mother's gun. The video, unsealed after a First Amendment motion, depicts the child taunting police after shooting teacher Abby Zwerner, who remains injured with a bullet in her chest.
Body-camera footage released by the Virginian-Pilot shows a 6-year-old boy cursing at police and admitting he stole his mother's gun after shooting a teacher at Richneck Elementary School in Newport News, Virginia, on Jan. 6, 2023. The video, which was unsealed after a First Amendment motion, depicts the child telling officers, 'I don't care about going to jail.' The incident led to the ousting of the school district's superintendent and prison time for the boy's mother, Deja Taylor. The injured teacher, Abby Zwerner, received a $10 million civil judgment against the former assistant principal, Ebony Parker, whose criminal child neglect charges were dismissed.
On October 7, 2026, seven educational facilities in Franklin County, Virginia, were placed on lockdown or hold-in-place status following a threat call targeting Franklin County High School. Local law enforcement and the FBI investigated the incident, which was ultimately deemed unsubstantiated. All students and staff were confirmed safe, and lockdowns were lifted by 1:00 PM.
Starting Oct. 1, 2026, new laws in the D.C. region ban dynamic grocery pricing in Maryland, enforce stricter vehicle registration rules, and reduce paid family leave in Washington, D.C. Virginia expands automatic sealing of misdemeanor records, while Maryland increases penalties for out-of-state license plates.
A 37-year-old employee at a United Rentals facility in Manassas, Virginia, shot three coworkers on Wednesday morning, killing two before dying by suicide during a police standoff on Interstate 81. Authorities identified the gunman as Marvin Grant, who had warned a colleague that 'three people are going to die' before opening fire. The two deceased victims were identified as Richard Lamot, 48, and Christopher Serrano, 33, while a third victim remains in stable condition. The incident triggered a statewide manhunt and school lockdowns, with no clear motive established as of the latest reports.
Dozens of new laws take effect across the D.C. region on Oct. 1, 2026, impacting consumer pricing, healthcare eligibility, and law enforcement. Key changes include Maryland’s ban on dynamic grocery pricing, Virginia’s restriction on Medicaid for certain noncitizens, and stricter vehicle registration rules. Washington, D.C., reduces family leave benefits while expanding pet protections for renters.
A 37-year-old employee fatally shot two coworkers at a United Rentals facility in Manassas, Virginia, on Wednesday morning before killing himself during a police standoff on Interstate 81. The suspect, Marvin Grant, had warned a colleague that three people would die before opening fire. Two victims, Richard Lamot and Christopher Serrano, died at the hospital, while a third survivor remains in stable condition. Police confirmed no officers used force during the final confrontation.
Two U.S. Navy aviators ejected from a two-seater aircraft during landing operations on the USS Dwight D. Eisenhower off Virginia on Monday evening. Four sailors were injured, with one requiring hospital transport. The Navy described the incident as a 'mishap' but withheld details on the aircraft type or cause.
Two US Navy aviators ejected safely and four sailors were injured during a landing mishap on the USS Dwight D. Eisenhower off Virginia on Monday. The Navy described the incident as a 'mishap' during aircraft recovery operations, with all personnel receiving medical care. No aircraft type or cause was disclosed.
Roanoke County Police are searching for three individuals following a robbery and shooting in the Cave Spring area. A victim was found with a gunshot wound and is currently stable. Authorities have not released suspect descriptions or specific details of the incident but stated there is no ongoing danger to the public.
James E. 'Jim' Ukrop, the former CEO of Ukrop’s Super Markets and a key figure in Richmond’s civic development, has died at age 89. He transformed a Depression-era grocery store into a regional chain before selling it in 2010. Ukrop is remembered for his deep involvement in local education, arts, and downtown revitalization, leaving a legacy of active community engagement and philanthropy.
Jim Ukrop, the former leader of Ukrop’s Super Markets and a pivotal figure in Richmond’s civic development, has died at age 89. He transformed a Depression-era grocery store into a regional chain before selling it in 2010. Ukrop is remembered for his deep involvement in local education, arts, and downtown revitalization, leaving a legacy of active community engagement.
Identical twins Travan and Travis Jasper, who grew up in extreme poverty in Richmond, Virginia, have returned to their hometown to co-direct the emergency department at Chippenham Hospital. Their decision stems from a traumatic experience at age 12, when a dismissive doctor treated their dying uncle poorly, prompting the brothers to vow to become better physicians. After attending Stanford and the University of Chicago, they began their new roles in April 2026, aiming to provide compassionate care to the community that raised them.
A developing nor'easter is causing significant coastal flooding in Hampton Roads, Virginia, leading to school closures and road delays. The National Weather Service forecasts 2-3 feet of inundation in areas like the Oceanfront and Ocean View by Wednesday evening. Norfolk Public Schools and York County School Division have canceled classes and activities for Thursday, September 24, due to impassable roads and widespread flooding. Essential personnel are advised to report on time despite the closures.
Lisa Bradford, a 54-year-old Northern Virginia real estate agent, was found shot dead inside her Aldie home on September 22. Her husband, Roger Bradford, 60, was arrested in Pennsylvania hours later after a multi-state manhunt. Authorities charged him with first-degree murder and use of a firearm in a felony. Investigators are still searching for the weapon and determining the motive, noting the couple was facing divorce.