The Tri-Cities

4/20/2026 5:12:53 AM

One dead after gunfire erupts in Petersburg neighborhood

Early Morning Shooting in Petersburg Under Active Investigation PETERSBURG, Va. — Local authorities are actively investigating a shooting that occurred in the early hours of the morning, sendin...

3/27/2026 1:16:53 AM

Hopewell's Kitten Boom: A Local Push to Stop Rabies in Its Tracks

Hopewell Animal Shelters Brace for Annual "Kitten Season" Influx As spring arrives in the Tri-Cities, local animal shelters are preparing for the predictable surge in feline arrivals known as "kitt...

1/25/2026 8:16:56 PM

Hopewell Activates Cold Weather Shelter for Frigid Nights

Hopewell Activates Emergency Shelter as Winter Storm Threatens Region With a blast of wintry weather forecast to bring freezing temperatures, sleet, and potential snow to Central Virginia, offi...

1/8/2026 8:18:24 PM

Two people escape as kitchen blaze destroys Petersburg residence

Two Petersburg Residents Displaced After Early Morning Fire on Grigg StreetPETERSBURG, Va. — An early morning fire on Grigg Street has left two individuals without a home, according to local emergency...

12/21/2025 8:04:51 PM

Generous Gift Funds Next-Gen Tech for Local Firefighters

Hopewell Fire Department Elevates Emergency Response with Drone Fleet Upgrade A significant financial contribution has propelled a local fire department's aerial capabilities into a new era. The Ho...

11/26/2025 10:19:33 PM

Man arrested for alleged indecent act in Virginia Dollar Tree

Chesterfield Man Faces Charges in Disturbing Retail Incident A Chesterfield County man is in custody following a deeply concerning event that allegedly occurred inside a local discount store, sendi...

9/11/2025 1:12:42 AM

West Bank Street abruptly closes tomorrow, rerouting downtown traffic.

Petersburg Businesses Express Frustration Over Sudden Road ClosureLocal entrepreneurs along West Bank Street in Petersburg are voicing significant concerns after being given minimal notice of a major ...

8/12/2025 1:21:17 AM

Hopewell Leaders Seek Dismissal of Racial Bias Case Amid Legal Battle

Hopewell Councilors Seek Dismissal of Racial Discrimination LawsuitCity councilors in Hopewell, Virginia, have filed a motion requesting a federal court to dismiss a racial discrimination lawsuit agai...

3/31/2026 9:07:32 AM

Neighbors Shaken as Suspicious Blaze Engulfs Local Home

Neighboring Businesses on Edge Following Suspicious Petersburg BlazePETERSBURG, Va. — A intense house fire that erupted early Tuesday morning has left nearby business owners shaken, with authorities n...

2/8/2026 8:15:56 PM

Violent Stabbing in Petersburg Leaves One Man Seriously Wounded

Petersburg Police Charge Suspect in Daylight Stabbing IncidentAuthorities in Petersburg have formally charged a local man following a violent altercation that left one individual hospitalized with ser...

1/23/2026 4:16:37 PM

Hopewell's Housing Crisis: Where Did Millions for Mold and Safety Actually Go?

Hopewell Housing Authority Secures Major Funding to Tackle Widespread Mold IssuesResidents in several Hopewell public housing communities can expect long-awaited repairs after the local housing author...

12/30/2025 8:14:15 AM

Don't let winter catch you unprepared—essential safety tips inside.

Health Officials Urge Proactive Steps as Winter Storm Approaches With forecasts predicting a significant winter weather event, regional health authorities are issuing a strong call for public p...

12/3/2025 4:01:25 AM

Historic Church Narrowly Saved from Devastating Heater Blaze

Firefighters Battle Overnight Blaze at Historic Tri-Cities ChurchA significant overnight fire at a prominent Petersburg church drew a major emergency response, with crews working for hours to contain ...

10/21/2025 5:02:49 AM

Five years on, Petersburg drive-by killing remains an unsolved mystery.

Fifth Anniversary of Unresolved Petersburg Shooting Reignites Community Calls for JusticePETERSBURG, Va. — This week marks a somber milestone for a local neighborhood as it observes the fifth annivers...

9/1/2025 7:07:07 PM

Savor Fine Wines at St. Pete's Newest Luxury Lounge

Petersburg Welcomes New Social Hub with Upscale Wine Lounge OpeningThe city's social scene gained a sophisticated new destination this weekend with the grand opening of an upscale wine lounge. The est...

8/10/2025 3:19:46 AM

Hopewell leaders defend controversial firing of top official amid legal battle

Here’s the rewritten article in the requested format:```htmlCity of Hopewell Responds to Lawsuit Over Former City Manager's TerminationThe City of Hopewell has officially responded to a lawsuit filed ...

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5/17/2026 3:20:10 PM

Napoleon Solo Shocks the Field in a Wild 151st Preakness Stakes Stunner

Napoleon Dominates the Preakness With a Stunning Solo VictoryThe middle jewel of American thoroughbred racing delivered a definitive statement this weekend, as the three-year-old colt Napoleon crossed...

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5/17/2026 3:19:23 PM

Forward Progress Halted on Antelope Valley Fire That Triggered Evacuation Alerts

Evacuations Ordered as Corral Fire Burns Near Antelope ValleyA rapidly spreading vegetation fire in the Antelope Valley region has prompted mandatory evacuation orders, threatening rural communities a...

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5/17/2026 3:18:53 PM

WHO issues urgent global warning after discovery of rare Ebola strain in Africa

Global Health Organization Declares New International Emergency as Deadly Virus Surges in AfricaThe global health body has issued its highest alert level, deeming the rapidly escalating viral outbreak...