Charles Fishburne
Charles Fishburne
Charles Fishburne is a correspondent for WCVE Public Radio. He brings over 40 years experience as a broadcast journalist and news executive in Richmond, Washington D.C. and New York. Charles was also a long-time television news anchor and news director in Richmond.

Stories from Charles Fishburne...

Vithoulkas Sworn in as Henrico Manager

Henrico County has sworn in its first new county manager in 21 years, facing potential new taxes or layoffs or a meals tax to balance the budget. 

Investiture of John Vithoulkas as County Manager of Henrico

Attorneys Fight to Stop Execution of Man Who Says He Wants to Die

Former attorneys for a man facing the death penalty have asked the U.S. Supreme Court for a stay of execution. 

Knee Replacement Patients at Higher Risk of Gaining Weight

Patients who undergo knee replacement surgery may be at risk of gaining more weight than their peers who have not had the surgery, according to a five-year study led by a Virginia Commonwealth University professor. 

Richmonder Dies in Shooting Accident Involving 4-Year-Old

Police say a Richmond man has died after being  shot accidently by a four-year old relative. 

Three Virginia Crops Have Record Year

Despite turbulent weather in 2012, three Virginia crops recorded record high yields last year. 

Virginia Wine Sales Reach All-Time High

Virginia wine sales reached an all-time high last year, with dramatic increases in exports and tourism, as vineyards are becoming more and more a destination. 

House of Delegates Set to Vote on Gay Judge

The House of Delegates Courts of Justice Committee has certified the judicial candidacy of an openly gay interim judge for a full-time position on the bench at Manchester General District Court. 

State Parks Attendance Breaks Record

Virginia State Parks set a new attendance record last year.

Over The Counter Supplement May Help Prevent Alzheimer's

Researchers at the University of Virginia School of Medicine, and Northwestern University have discovered an over-the-counter nutritional supplement that may help prevent Alzheimer's disease.  Charles Fishburne has more in this Science Matters report.

Flu Hits Hard and Fast; Hampton Roads Hospitals Advising Masks for Visitors

Hospitals in Hampton Roads are urging patients and visitors to wear masks at their facilities to help stop the spread of flu. As Charles Fishburne reports, the season is definitely here already.