Anti-abortion rally at state Capitol sparks discussion among Virginians
Andrew Kerley, Audience Editor Editor’s note: Subject matters could be offensive or disturbing to some readers. March for Life held a rally on Feb. 1 at the state Capitol. Since then, advocates on both sides of the issue continue to speak up as the General Assembly continues in session until Feb. 25. Some organizations include […]
‘Death of A Pledge: the Adam Oakes Story’: Adam Oakes’ family sues Delta Chi for $28 million
Selna Shi, News Editor Adam Oakes’ family filed a civil lawsuit against 11 members of the Delta Chi fraternity, alumni advisor to the fraternity and the national Delta Chi fraternity, according to Courtney White, president of the Love Like Adam Foundation and Adam Oakes’ cousin. The Oakes family is suing for $28 million in damages, […]
Richmond residents donate supplies to Syria and Turkey
Katie Farthing, Staff Writer Richmond residents are sending donations to Turkey and Syria after a 7.8 magnitude earthquake with over 60 major aftershocks hit on Feb. 6 and has resulted in over 46,000 deaths, as of Feb. 20, according to ABC News. Another 6.4 magnitude earthquake hit Turkey and Syria on Monday evening and resulted […]
VCU police officer uses physical force on civilian during speed enforcement
Varsha Vasudevan, Staff Writer Selna Shi, News Editor A VCU Police officer stopped Paul Willis IV, a Black man, for speeding and later used force on him on Feb. 4, according to the released body-worn camera footage. Willis was driving at 50 mph in a 25 mph zone and did not immediately stop for the […]
VCU student dies in traffic incident, university campaigns safety initiatives
Varsha Vasudevan, Staff Writer Sarah Hagen, Contributing Writer VCU student Mahrokh Khan died after being hit by a vehicle while crossing the street on the morning of Jan. 27, according to a VCU statement. Khan was crossing the road at the intersection of Laurel and West Main streets and was transported to VCU Medical Center […]