Final Campaign Finance Reports Filed Prior To Election

With unfettered control of Virginia government possible for Republicans in next week’s state Senate races and Democrats bracing to prevent it, spending by the two parties has topped 6.4 million in the past four weeks. Charles Fishburne reports.

Tourism Expenditures Up in Tri Cities

Tourists spent 7.7% more in the Tri-Cities last year than they did in 2009.

Richmond City DPU Hands Out Weatherization Kits For Seniors

With cold weather coming, the City of Richmond will be handing out free weatherization kits for seniors tomorrow. Charles Fishburne reports.

Virginians Pleased With Statewide Representatives But Don't Want Tolls

A new poll released yesterday shows that while Virginians are frustrated with the economy and the leadership in Washington, they overwhelmingly support their statewide representatives. A majority doesn't
favor tolls on interstate highways, but would prefer them over a gasoline tax increase. Craig Carper reports.

Chesterfield Fire Officials Identify Victim of House Fire, Say Smoke Detectors Not Working

Chesterfield County fire officials have identified the man who died in a house fire Sunday night, but may never know the cause. Charles Fishburne reports.

United Way Concludes Week of Action Tomorrow

United Way of Richmond kicked off its 2011 campaign on Monday with Slaughter Fitz-Hugh, co-founder of the Richmond-based IT company CapTech Consulting as Chairman.

Richmond Offices At Risk in USPS Financial Crisis

The U.S. Postal Service says it’s broke and is asking Congress for help. But some lawmakers are insisting on reforms, including the shutdown of little-used post offices in Richmond and across the nation. Elizabeth Wynne Johnson has more.

New Storm Forming In the Atlantic

There is a new tropical storm forming in the Atlantic, raising the questions, “is another one coming?” Charles Fishburne reports.

Business News: Angels for Hire Assists the Children of Aging Parents

Starting a new business in a recession. Angels for Hire started last fall, has apparently found a niche.

UVA Named One of the Best Colleges in the Country for Student Financial Aid

The University of Virginia has been named one of the best colleges in the country for financial aid in the annual Princeton Review.