Schools, nonprofits hustle to feed over a half million Va. students: ‘It’s incredible’
Hannah Eason, Capital News Service Richmond school bus driver Tyrone McBride is still driving a big, yellow bus through Richmond neighborhoods, but these days, he’s transporting boxes of food for kids in need. “It gets me out of the house,” said McBride, who has been a school bus driver for 18 years, “and you know, […]
Vaila’s View: A list of the best (worst) films of the 21st century
Vaila DeYoung, Contributing Writer Objectively bad movies are some of the best to watch because of their absurdity, hilariousness and often-poor acting. They are definitely something to be treasured in film history, due to their lack of self awareness, weak technological approaches and overall incoherence. Given recent circumstances, now is the perfect time to stay […]
Northam issues stay-at-home order; Stoney limits access to parks, James River
Eduardo Acevedo, News Assistant Gov. Ralph Northam issued an executive order on Monday requiring Virginians to stay inside their homes, with some exceptions, during a press conference in Virginia’s most recent response to the COVID-19 outbreak. The executive order went into effect Monday and remains in “full force” until June 10. There are 1,020 confirmed […]
‘It’s not the same’: VCU graduates express disappointment regarding combined December ceremony
Katharine DeRosa, Contributing Writer As the number of confirmed coronavirus cases continues to rise in Virginia, many VCU seniors are reeling from the cancellation of May’s commencement ceremony and wishing for another option from the university. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, which has now infected more than 121,700 people and caused 2,053 deaths in the […]
Coronavirus hits music industry, causing artists to delay releases and concerts
Iman Mekonen, Spectrum Editor Fabiana Acosta, Contributing Writer As the impact of COVID-19 grows with the rising number of confirmed cases worldwide, many musicians are delaying album release dates and tours in the name of safety precautions, like avoiding travel and mass gatherings. Artists such as Lady Gaga, Haim, Alicia Keys and Billie Eilish have […]