Sgt. Harry Younge died in a Tokyo prison fire. 80 years later, his niece has brought him home.
Sgt. Harry Younge died in a Tokyo prison fire. 80 years later, his niece has brought him home.
Sgt. Harry Younge died in a Tokyo prison fire. 80 years later, his niece has brought him home.
Richmond Times-Dispatch
August 6, 2026
After nearly two decades of research and advocacy, a Richmond woman helped identify the remains of her uncle, a World War II airman who had been missing for generations. His return culminated in a full military burial at Arlington National Cemetery, fulfilling a promise she made to her mother.
6-year-old John Modi has a lot of things on his mind. His cancer isn't one of them.
Sgt. Harry Younge died in a Tokyo prison fire. 80 years later, his niece has brought him home.
Sgt. Harry Younge died in a Tokyo prison fire. 80 years later, his niece has brought him home.
Richmond Times-Dispatch
July 17, 2026
Three years of leukemia treatment later, 6-year-old John Modi is spending the summer enjoying childhood and giving back to the community that supported him. As this year’s Anthem LemonAid ambassador, he is helping raise money for pediatric cancer patients and their families at Children’s Hospital of Richmond.
Chimborazo Elementary replaces parking lot play area with new student-designed playground
Sgt. Harry Younge died in a Tokyo prison fire. 80 years later, his niece has brought him home.
Chimborazo Elementary replaces parking lot play area with new student-designed playground
Richmond Times-Dispatch
July 9, 2026
After years of advocacy, Chimborazo Elementary students helped design a new playground that was built with support from community volunteers, Kaboom! and the CarMax Foundation. The new space gives students more room to play while reflecting ideas they contributed during the design process.
Extreme temperatures may impact Fourth of July travel for Virginians
Extreme temperatures may impact Fourth of July travel for Virginians
Chimborazo Elementary replaces parking lot play area with new student-designed playground
Richmond Times-Dispatch
July 2, 2026
Millions of Virginians are expected to travel over the Fourth of July holiday period, with most taking to the roads despite dangerously high temperatures across the state. Officials are urging drivers to prepare their vehicles for extreme heat, plan around peak traffic times and use extra caution on heavily traveled routes.
Travel influencers showcase Richmond this week
Extreme temperatures may impact Fourth of July travel for Virginians
RACC hopes to open new Cary Street location next spring
Richmond Times-Dispatch
June 24, 2026
Travel creators from more than 25 countries gathered in Richmond for TBEX North America, a global conference designed to showcase the region's food, history and culture to international audiences. The event is expected to generate widespread online exposure while positioning Richmond as a premier travel destination ahead of America's 250th anniversary.
RACC hopes to open new Cary Street location next spring
Extreme temperatures may impact Fourth of July travel for Virginians
RACC hopes to open new Cary Street location next spring
Richmond Times-Dispatch
June 22, 2026
Richmond Animal Care and Control is transforming a new West Cary Street adoption center into a community-focused space featuring free-roaming cats, local art and public gathering areas. The project aims to increase adoptions, ease overcrowding at the city's main shelter and reshape how residents view municipal animal shelters.
Richmond kitten journeys to Pennsylvania for mysterious facial wounds
Doctors worried measles will 'spread like wildfire' after spring break
UT entrepreneur has a plan to use underwater AI to restore coral reefs
Richmond Times-Dispatch
June 17, 2026
A rescue kitten with severe facial injuries underwent months of specialized veterinary treatment after arriving at Richmond Animal League from a Virginia animal shelter. Despite extensive injuries that required care across two states, the kitten recovered and was ultimately adopted into a permanent home.
UT entrepreneur has a plan to use underwater AI to restore coral reefs
Doctors worried measles will 'spread like wildfire' after spring break
UT entrepreneur has a plan to use underwater AI to restore coral reefs
The Knoxville News Sentinel
May 6, 2026
University of Tennessee student Max Gallinek advanced to the National Finals of the Red Bull Basement competition with Reefy AI, a startup using AI-powered underwater sound technology to help restore damaged coral reefs. Inspired by his passion for scuba diving, Gallinek aims to revitalize marine ecos
The Knoxville News Sentinel
May 6, 2026
University of Tennessee student Max Gallinek advanced to the National Finals of the Red Bull Basement competition with Reefy AI, a startup using AI-powered underwater sound technology to help restore damaged coral reefs. Inspired by his passion for scuba diving, Gallinek aims to revitalize marine ecosystems by recreating the sounds of healthy reefs to attract marine life back to degraded areas.
Doctors worried measles will 'spread like wildfire' after spring break
Doctors worried measles will 'spread like wildfire' after spring break
Doctors worried measles will 'spread like wildfire' after spring break
Knoxville News Sentinel
February 17, 2026
With spring break travel set to rise, health officials warn that measles outbreaks in neighboring states could reach Tennessee, where vaccination rates remain below the 95% herd immunity threshold. Local data and expert insight reveal who is most at risk, the potential public health and economic imp
Knoxville News Sentinel
February 17, 2026
With spring break travel set to rise, health officials warn that measles outbreaks in neighboring states could reach Tennessee, where vaccination rates remain below the 95% herd immunity threshold. Local data and expert insight reveal who is most at risk, the potential public health and economic impact of a single case, and how immunization gaps in Knox County schools could allow the virus to spread.
See bears at castle in Prague
See bears at castle in Prague
Doctors worried measles will 'spread like wildfire' after spring break
Knoxville News Sentinel
August 18, 2025
As part of my study abroad reporting program in Prague, this video package explores the bears living in the moats of the Cesky Krumlov castle and their role as a centuries-old city tradition. Drawing on interviews with visitors and tourists, the package highlights public interest in the bears and ex
Knoxville News Sentinel
August 18, 2025
As part of my study abroad reporting program in Prague, this video package explores the bears living in the moats of the Cesky Krumlov castle and their role as a centuries-old city tradition. Drawing on interviews with visitors and tourists, the package highlights public interest in the bears and explores their significance within the Czech Republic's cultural heritage.