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Richmond adopts resolution to restrict disclosure of residents’ immigration status

Richmond City Council unanimously approved a resolution on Sept. 28 directing Mayor Danny Avula’s administration to establish a citywide “Trust Policy” governing how city employees handle residents’ ...
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Black and Gold game gives first look at new VCU men’s basketball roster

Benney Koch, Staff Writer VCU men’s basketball gave fans their first look at a significantly different roster during the ...
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The great Richmond ‘Chud-Off’ held in Monroe Park

A time was had this past Saturday, as a crowd assembled in Monroe Park to watch around the judges table to behold a positive competition for those who feel like outsiders — Richmond’s first ever “Chud ...
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Richmond public transit ranking drops significantly

Richmond’s public transit has experienced a drop in ranking this year, from fourth in 2024 to 26th this year, according to the latest ConsumerAffairs evaluation.
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Two SGA members resign over discontentment with leadership

Two former VCU Student Government Association members resigned from the association last month over a series of grievances.
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Weenie wonderland: Dachtoberfest returns to Richmond

Short legs and long backs took over Richmond as dachshunds and their owners gathered for the fifth annual Dachtoberfest hosted by the Dachshund Enlightenment Foundation.
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Board of visitors approves 3.9% tuition increase

The VCU Board of Visitors voted on Friday to approve a 3.9% tuition increase for in-state undergraduate students. Housing fees and meal plans will see a 5% increase across the board: an extra $441-525 ...
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VCU beats GWU in first game of weekend series

Drew Clements, Contributing Writer VCU volleyball pulled off a decisive 3-0 victory over The George Washington University at ...
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VCU’s first-generation student population reaches a new high

Maddy Thurber, Staff Writer VCU’s class of 2030 has the most first-generation college students in university history. The university’s current first-year profile lists the number of first-generation ...
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Bears prove too much for shorthanded Rams squad

Ben Martindale, Sports Editor VCU field hockey matched up against the University of California on a hot October afternoon.
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Study shows anti-trans legislation causes distress among transgender individuals

A recent VCU study showed that anti-transgender legislation causes psychological distress to transgender individuals. This follows the Children’s Hospital of Richmond at VCU announcement to ...
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ELECTION: Virginians pass redistricting measure, giving Democrats 10-1 map

The people of Virginia voted on Tuesday to pass the mid-decade redistricting amendment by a nearly three point margin — allowing the General Assembly to redraw Congressional district lines in a way ...