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Dogs impacted by Florence arrive at Richmond SPCA

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Dam breach at Wilmington Duke Energy plant; coal ash could spill

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Carolinas farms could take billions in losses from Florence

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Prince Willam County Police probe fatal crash involving a 17-year-old boy

Prince William County police are investigating a fatal crash that happened early Saturday morning.
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NWS confirms 10th tornado touched down in Virginia

With more than a dozen tornado warnings issued across several counties in Virginia, weather service teams have spent this week trying to determine if any more tornadoes touched down.
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'It's perfect': Chesterfield County renames road in honor of fallen soldier

Chesterfield County on Friday honored the service and sacrifice of a local native and Army hero by renaming a road in his honor.
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Fatal crash in Chesterfield overnight

A man is dead after a single vehicle crash early Saturday morning.
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Elementary school students go viral for protecting flag

"I just watched the most amazing act of patriotism."
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Florence, wet summer causes damage to Virginia farms

When the alarms went off on Darlene Bowlin’s phone Monday afternoon, she drove across her family farm to check on her elderly mother.
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Henrico County
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Despite uncertainties, HCPS looking towards future with plans to build new high schools

Henrico County Public Schools announced on Thursday plans to build two new high schools in the district, replacing two of the oldest schools in Henrico and giving them a modern feel.
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Positively Richmond: Capture the flag lets athletes, officers connect with Bellwood ES students

In an attempt to bridge the gap between pro athletes, officers and the community, athletes and officers joined third and fifth graders from Bellwood for a quick game on Friday.
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Giant tree snaps, causes damage outside home near Maymont

A huge tree outside of a home on Meadow Street, not too far from Maymont Park, has cracked and caused damage to homes and cars in the area.
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Firefighter injured in Richmond apartment fire

A Richmond firefighter is suffering from a minor ankle injury, after responding to an apartment fire.
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Coast Guards suspends Helicopter search for missing swimmer in Duck

Multiple agencies are looking for a missing swimmer in the Town of Duck.
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Ohio adult club loses liquor license after drugs, lap dances purchased with food stamps

Agents began investigating the Twenty Two Fifty, Inc., also known as Sharkey's, in May of 2017.
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At least 47 dogs died after grooming at PetSmart, investigation claims

A new investigation is raising questions about the safety of dogs at PetSmart.
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Officials: Girl stabs boy with scissors after science class

Police say the girl has been arrested and the weapon was recovered.
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Washington Huddle Week 3 Social Media HQ

The Sportswrap's Nathan Epstein takes us to the Social Media Headquarters where fans and players weigh in on the Redskins on the September 21, 2018 airing of the Washington Huddle.
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Inside the Huddle: Sept. 21, 2018

The Sportswrap's Brian Parsons takes us inside the Huddle on the Sept. 21, 2018 airing of The Washington Huddle.
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Washington Huddle: Jake's Fantasy Takes Sept. 21

From "The Athletic"-- the top rated fantasy analyst in the country is Jake Ciely, with Jake's Fantasy Takes. September 21, 2018 airing of the Washington Huddle.
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Darren Perry joins the Washington Huddle on Sept. 21

The Sportswrap's Bruce Rader sits down with two time Super Bowl champion Darren Perry, who was on the Packers coaching staff the past eight years.
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Richmond
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Dogs impacted by Florence arrive at Richmond SPCA

With Florence causing major damage in the Carolinas, dogs left at animal shelters in hurricane-affected areas made their way to Richmond on Friday.
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Investigation finds Maryland culpable in death of player

An independent investigation into the death of University of Maryland football player Jordan McNair has determined that trainers on the scene did not follow proper procedures after he collapsed on the field.
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'It's everywhere': Parents, students share frustration with mold found at Charles City HS

After mold was found in a local high school cafeteria, 8News spoke to students and parents at Charles City High School about the hazardous conditions.
Positively Richmond: Capture the flag lets athletes, officers connect with Bellwood ES students

In an attempt to bridge the gap between pro athletes, officers and the community, athletes and officers joined third and fifth graders from Bellwood for a quick game on Friday.

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Firefighter injured in Richmond apartment fire
Prince Willam County Police probe fatal crash involving a 17-year-old boy
Officials: Girl stabs boy with scissors after science class
Dog rescued from townhome fire in Henrico; family displaced
Fatal crash in Chesterfield overnight

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27-year old charged with attempted murder after Richmond shooting
Woman admits affair with 15-year-old on Divorce Court, alleged dad of newborn
Reward offered in Richmond man's unsolved murder
5-year-old found wandering in street holding meth pipe, mother arrested
Former college student found guilty for role in teen's death

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Coast Guards suspends Helicopter search for missing swimmer in Duck
Ohio adult club loses liquor license after drugs, lap dances purchased with food stamps
At least 47 dogs died after grooming at PetSmart, investigation claims
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