Petersburg, a historic city with a rich cultural heritage, is located on the Appomattox River. Known for its strong sense of community and commitment to education, Petersburg is undergoing a revitalization that is transforming the city.
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Lane of Ft. Lee Road closes after vehicle crashes into overpass in Petersburg
After a vehicle crashed into the Fort Lee Road overpass over Interstate 85 in Petersburg, the road's southbound lane will be closed. Read More
Central Virginia to see possible snow and sub-zero wind chill
A powerful winter storm is hitting the Gulf Coast states today and it is bringing unprecedented snow to many areas right along the extreme southern coast of the United States.... Read More
HBCU rivals VSU, VUU to faceoff in 30th Freedom Classic Festival
Longtime HBCU rivals, Virginia State University and Virginia Union University will return for another faceoff at the 2025 Freedom Classic Festival this weekend. Read More
Chesterfield man to spend decades in prison for deadly 2023 shooting in Hopewell
A Chesterfield County man has been sentenced to 40 years in connection to a deadly June 2023 shooting in Hopewell that killed a 28-year-old man. Read More
Colonial Heights man to deploy to California as part of American Red Cross' wildfire relief efforts
A Colonial Heights man is deploying to California as part of the American Red Cross' relief efforts for those impacted by historic Los Angeles wildfires. Read More