Richmond community honors dog who was tied to a pole and burned alive
Celeste Chance, Contributing Writer Dozens of people came to Richmond Animal Care and Control Center last week to pay their respects to Tommie, the dog who died after he was burned alive at Abner Clay Park Feb. 15. RACC held a five-day memorial for the pit bull last week in lieu of a funeral that […]
Rams fall in overtime to Dukes
Jaron Nutter, Contributing Writer Women’s Basketball’s seven-game winning streak came to an end on Saturday when the Rams fell to Duquesne in overtime. The Rams led by 8 points with less than three minutes remaining in the fourth quarter before Duquesne went on a 10-2 run to send the game to overtime. In overtime, the […]
Rams are back-to-back A-10 champs
Andy Riddler, Contributing Writer Women’s Track and Field won its third straight Atlantic 10 title Feb. 24 at George Mason in Fairfax. The men’s team finished third for the second year in a row — narrowly missing out on a top-two finish. Women Junior distance runner Emily Mulhern was one of four Rams to win […]
A bill would have put test animals for adoption. VCU opposed it.
Rachel Richardson, Contributing Writer A bill that would require animal testing facilities to release animals for adoption instead of euthanizing them was killed in the General Assembly earlier this month after opposition from VCU. The bill would have required testing facilities offer dogs or cats that “do not pose a health or safety risk” to […]
Virginia moves to raise age to buy tobacco products
Serena Fischer, Capital News Service Legislation signed by Gov. Ralph Northam Feb. 21 will raise the legal age for purchasing and possessing tobacco and vaping products from 18 to 21. It is drawing mixed reactions from young adults who will be affected. On July 1, Virginia will join six other states in raising the tobacco […]
Music defines the world: black history throughout the years
Iman Mekonen, Contributing Writer Throughout history, African-Americans have turned to music to express emotion and creativity. Many artists have created unforgetting and game-changing albums that have redefined what it means to be a black musician in the music industry. Although there are many who fit the category, here are just a few examples. “Thriller” by […]
Efforts to ratify ERA fail on tie vote in house
Kal Weinstein, Capital News Service Despite a 24-hour vigil by advocates of the Equal Rights Amendment, House Republicans refused to allow a vote on ratifying the measure Thursday — officially killing the ERA for the year. The defeat comes to the dismay of many who thought Virginia would be the 38th state to ratify the […]
What’s happening: Feb. 27 events calendar
See something ICA Cinemas Series: “Black Mother” Wed., Feb. 27 “Black Mother” from New York artist Khalik Allah explores life in Jamaica by focusing on testimonies from the people who live there. RSVP at icavcu.org. 6-8 p.m., Institute for Contemporary Art (601 W. Broad St.) Free. Stand Up Science with Shane Mauss Thurs., Feb. 28 […]
‘39 Days to Go’: Marchers Demand Northam’s Resignation
Evie King, Capital News Service Arriving by bus from across the state, protesters gathered at the Capitol continuing to call for Gov. Ralph Northam’s resignation. Their reasons were printed in bold on signs participants carried: “No to racism. No to infanticide. Northam must go.” The Feb. 23 afternoon rally was held in response to Northam’s […]
An Ode to Self Care
Shaun Jackson, Staff Columnist RLWR : Cuz I Love You – Lizzo I’m having fun, I’m young and in my 20s and am terrified of wasting them. I am always honest when I tell girls I don’t want to be exclusive, but I usually always feel guilty after. Thoughts? I definitely get where you’re coming […]