RVA News
The 2026 BET Awards delivered one of the night’s most emotional moments with a star-studded tribute honoring the life and legacy of D’Angelo. The legendary neo-soul icon was celebrated by his children, members of The Vanguard, and a lineup of powerhouse performers including RAYE, Durand Bernarr, BJ The Chicago Kid, Ari Lennox, and George Clinton. […]
Last night’s BET Awards gave hip-hop fans another reminder of why Clipse remains one of the most respected rap duos to ever touch the mic. RELATED: Eva Marcille, Muni Long, Teyana Taylor, Lizzo & More Bring Red Carpet Fashion Virginia’s own Clipse had a huge night at the 2026 BET Awards, winning Album of the […]
National Hamburger Day is bringing plenty of burger specials to Richmond, Virginia on Thursday (May 28, 2026, with both local restaurants and national chains offering discounts, freebies and limited time deals for burger fans across the city. LOCAL: Fight Breaks Out At John Marshall High School Graduation Eazzy Burger in Richmond’s Scott’s Addition neighborhood is […]
CEO of HOORAE, producer, actress, and writer Issa Rae was among the featured speakers at the Big Dipper Innovation Summit, a three day event that brought together founders, investors, creatives, technologists, and policy leaders to discuss the future of business, technology, and culture. During her session titled “From the Mirror to the Boardroom,” Rae shared […]
Cousinz Festival is officially back for its third year, building on the momentum of a sold out 2025 event with another major celebration of Hip Hop and R&B culture. Set for Saturday, September 5, 2026 at the Norfolk Scope Grounds, the one day experience continues to position itself as a must attend event for urban […]
ANNANDALE, Va –Former Virginia Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax and his wife, Cerina Fairfax, were found dead inside their Annandale home early Thursday. Police say it appears to be a murder-suicide. Investigators say the couple had been going through a tough divorce but were still living under the same roof. Their two teenage kids were home […]
NEW YORK – Apr 1, 2026 – BET today announced the greenlight of OG STORIES premiering spring 2026, a bold new original conversation series hosted by record executive, film producer, director, and actor Damon Dash. Rooted in BET’s pillars of community, culture, and connection, the unfiltered docuseries gives voice to the OGs, the cultural architects, […]
There is big news coming out of Richmond as two familiar voices from iPowerRichmond are getting some well deserved recognition. CLICK HERE TO VOTE Beloved radio personalities DJ Dollaz and Big Nat have both been nominated in the annual Style Weekly Best of Richmond awards, highlighting the impact they continue to have on the city’s […]
VA's Own Mad Skillz wins the GRAMMY for Best Spoken Word Poetry Album for his innovative project, "WORDS FOR DAYS."
Virginia’s culture, creativity, and small-business community will take center stage during Governor-elect Abigail Spanberger’s inaugural weekend with the Made in Virginia Market, a free, public celebration happening Friday, January 16, 2026, from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. ET at 17th Street Market in downtown Richmond. The evening will be headlined by Pusha T, giving the […]
Hundreds of demonstrators gathered in Richmond on Saturday to protest the fatal shooting of Renee Good, a U.S. citizen who was killed during an encounter with a federal ICE agent in Minneapolis earlier in the week. The Richmond demonstration was part of a wave of protests held nationwide as communities demanded accountability and justice in […]
