Central Virginia
Coverage of Central Virginia in the Nexus archive.
- Over 10,500 Central Virginia homes, businesses without power amid severe thunderstorms
Over 10,500 homes and businesses are without power in Central Virginia. This outage occurred on Sunday evening amid severe storms.
- WATCH: Central Virginia battered with hail amid severe storms
Sizable hail fell across portions of Central Virginia as severe storms swept through the region. The event was witnessed and captured on camera by 8News viewers.
- PHOTOS: Heavy rain, flooding sweeps across Central Virginia
Heavy rains caused flash flooding in Central Virginia on Tuesday. The event led to widespread flooding across the region.
- Flash flood warning issued in Central Virginia localities
A flash flood warning has been issued in several Central Virginia localities Monday evening.
- WRIC 8News mobile app launches bite-sized video feature
WRIC 8News has launched a short-form video feature on its free mobile app, allowing viewers to quickly access news, weather, sports, and traffic updates in Central Virginia.
- Nationwide child sexual abuse case may have victims in Central Virginia
Federal investigators are working to identify victims nationwide, including in Central Virginia, after a Nashville, Texas man was arrested on child sex crime charges.
- 8News named official home of the Washington Commanders in Richmond
WRIC 8News has been named the official home of the Washington Commanders in Richmond, providing exclusive local television coverage of Commanders preseason football and official team programming in Central Virginia.
- Conexus provides free vision screenings to students throughout Central Virginia
Conexus, a nonprofit organization, is providing free, state-mandated vision screenings to students in Central Virginia. Parents of children in certain grades will receive information from their schools about this initiative.
- Chesterfield launches 'Drones as First Responders' program
Chesterfield County has launched the Drones as First Responders (DFR) program, making it the first county in Central Virginia to implement this initiative.
- Flash flood warning issued in multiple Central Virginia localities
A flash flood warning has been issued in several Central Virginia localities Sunday afternoon. The alert covers multiple areas in the region.
- 1% sales tax increase could fund construction, renovations at dozens of Central Virginia schools
A proposed 1% sales tax increase is on the November ballot in Central Virginia to fund school construction and renovations.
- Richmond and AAA spokespersons give tips on fallen trees after storm
Richmond leaders have resolved several reports of fallen trees caused by storm damage in Central Virginia. The storm impacted the region this week, prompting responses from local authorities and AAA spokespersons.
- Downed power line closes portion of Richmond roadway
A portion of a Richmond roadway is closed after a power line came down following severe storms in Central Virginia. The closure occurred Wednesday morning.
- Over 7,000 Central Virginia homes, businesses without power amid severe storms
Over 7,000 Central Virginia homes and businesses are without power Wednesday morning due to severe storms that hit the region overnight.
- Over 4,000 Central Virginia homes, businesses without power amid severe storms
Over 4,000 homes and businesses in Central Virginia are without power on Tuesday evening due to severe thunderstorms. The storms are causing widespread power outages across the region.
- Severe thunderstorm warning, watch issued for Central Virginia
A severe thunderstorm warning is in effect for one locality in Central Virginia, with much of the area under a severe thunderstorm watch on Sunday afternoon.
- Over 42,000 Central Virginia homes, businesses without power amid thunderstorms
Over 42,000 Central Virginia homes and businesses lost power Saturday afternoon due to severe storms. The outage was caused by thunderstorms impacting the region.
- Petersburg man to serve 10 years in prison for trying to distribute methamphetamine
A Petersburg man will serve 10 years in prison for attempting to distribute methamphetamine in Central Virginia. The sentencing addresses drug distribution in the region.
- Has Richmond always been this hot? Take a look at temperatures over the years
Richmond is experiencing a heat wave in Central Virginia, prompting questions about whether the city has always been this hot. The article examines temperature trends over the years to address this question.
- One year since Petersburg flooding, businesses still feeling impacts
One year after severe storms caused flooding in central Virginia, parts of Petersburg remain underwater, displacing families and leaving businesses on Bank Street to clean up. The anniversary highlights ongoing impacts on local communities and businesses.
- Local businesses struggle with costs as gas prices are back on the rise
Central Virginia food trucks that rely on gas to operate are reevaluating their business models as the price of gas is on the rise again.
- Severe thunderstorm warning issued in multiple Central Virginia localities
A severe thunderstorm warning has been issued for multiple Central Virginia localities on Friday evening. The warning indicates potential for severe weather conditions in the affected areas.
- Severe thunderstorm warning issued in multiple Central Virginia localities
A severe thunderstorm warning is in effect for multiple Central Virginia localities on Thursday evening. The warning highlights potential severe weather conditions in the region.
- Severe thunderstorm warning issued in multiple Central Virginia localities
A severe thunderstorm warning has been issued for multiple Central Virginia localities on Tuesday evening. The warning highlights potential severe weather impacts in the region.
- Severe thunderstorm warning issued in multiple Central Virginia localities
A severe thunderstorm warning has been issued for multiple Central Virginia localities on Monday afternoon. The warning highlights potential severe weather conditions in the region.
- Flash flood watch issued for Central Virginia localities
A flash flood watch is in effect for Central Virginia due to anticipated rain from the National Weather Service in Wakefield.
- Over 24,000 Central Virginia homes, businesses without power amid severe storms
Over 24,000 Central Virginia homes and businesses lost power Sunday afternoon due to severe storms. The outages are affecting a significant portion of the region's population and infrastructure.
- Hopewell adapts overnight shelter to 24-hour cooling station amid dangerous heat
The city of Hopewell is converting its overnight shelter into a 24-hour cooling station to help residents cope with dangerous heat in Central Virginia during the Fourth of July holiday weekend.
- Richmond, surrounding counties urged to conserve water amid ongoing drought, heat wave
Richmond and surrounding counties are urged to conserve water due to a historic drought and heat wave. Triple-digit temperatures in Central Virginia have lowered water levels in the James River basin, the region's primary drinking water source.
- Dominion Energy gives tips to keep energy bill low in heat wave
Dominion Energy is providing tips to help customers manage energy bills during a heat wave causing triple-digit temperatures in Central Virginia. The advice aims to prevent energy costs from rising sharply amid extreme heat.
- How to keep your home cool ahead of Virginia heat wave
Temperatures in Central Virginia are rising due to an approaching heat wave, and experts recommend preparing homes to stay cool during near-record temperatures.
- Chinese restaurant in Richmond's Scott's Addition closed due to severe flooding
A Chinese restaurant in Richmond's Scott's Addition has closed until further notice due to severe flooding that battered Central Virginia Sunday night.
- Flash flood warning issued in Richmond, Henrico amid thunderstorms
A flash flood warning was issued for Henrico County and Richmond in Central Virginia on Sunday evening due to thunderstorms.
- Gas prices affect landscaping company's expenses. One app helps grow its business
Chris B, owner of Poetry In Motion landscaping service in Central Virginia, faces increased operating costs due to rising gas prices. A specific app has helped him and other business owners mitigate this burden and grow their businesses.
- Prince George County offers safety tips after storm sweeps across area
Prince George County provided safety tips following a storm that swept through Central Virginia. Officials reported that hazardous conditions persist in certain areas of the county.
- Severe thunderstorm warning issued for several Central Virginia localities
Several Central Virginia localities are under a severe thunderstorm warning issued Tuesday afternoon, with much of the area under a severe thunderstorm watch. The warnings highlight potential severe weather conditions affecting the region.
- Severe thunderstorm watch issued for several Central Virginia localities
A severe thunderstorm watch has been issued for multiple Central Virginia localities on Tuesday afternoon. Residents in the affected areas are advised to monitor weather updates due to potential severe weather conditions.
- Flash flood warning issued in Chesterfield, Tri-Cities amid severe storms
A flash flood warning has been issued for several Central Virginia localities, including Chesterfield County and the Tri-Cities, amid severe storms. The warning was issued Monday night for the affected areas.
- Over 4,000 Central Virginia homes, businesses without power due to severe storms
Over 4,000 homes and businesses in Central Virginia are without power Monday night due to severe thunderstorms. The storms have caused widespread power outages in the region.
- Severe thunderstorm warning issued for several Central Virginia localities
Several Central Virginia localities are under a severe thunderstorm warning issued Monday evening, while many others remain under a severe thunderstorm watch.