Tyler Thrasher, 8News WRIC Richmond

Tyler Thrasher

8News WRIC Richmond

Richmond, VA, United States

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NFL Sources: Former Commanders QB Taylor Heinicke signs with Atlanta Falcons

The Atlanta Falcons have acquired free agent and former Washington Commanders QB Taylor Heinicke, according to NFL sources. → Read More

Railroad-crossing repair projects scheduled for multiple Chesterfield routes next week

A series of railroad crossing repair projects have been scheduled by CSX on multiple routes in Chesterfield County beginning next week. Find out which roads will be impacted here. → Read More

U.S. House election results — Virginia Congressional District 4

Voters across Central Virginia will go to the polls on Tuesday, Feb 21, to cast their ballots in Virginia’s 4th Congressional District special election. Return to this page for updated election results in the race between second-time candidate Republican Leon Benjamin and Democratic State Senator Jennifer McClellan. → Read More

Former VCU basketball star Bones Hyland traded from Denver Nuggets to LA Clippers, ESPN sources

The Denver Nuggets have opted to trade former Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) point guard Bones Hyland to the LA Clippers for second-round picks in 2024 and 2025, according to ESPN sources. → Read More

‘Heavy, dense fog a factor’: Pedestrian hit, killed crossing parkway in King George County

A pedestrian was hit and killed in King George County in mid-January, according to Virginia State Police. → Read More

Country music star Riley Green to perform in Central Virginia this July

American country music star Riley Green is set to perform as part of Atlantic Union Bank After Hours this July in Central Virginia. → Read More

Investigation, police presence at Shell gas station on Oaklawn Boulevard near Hopewell, I-295 exit overnight

Those driving by a gas station in Prince George County near Hopewell saw a heavy police presence overnight. 8News is working to learn more about the incident. → Read More

How to avoid pipes bursting in your home during artic air surge in Virginia

We may not see the temperatures climb back above freezing until Monday. That would be a prolonged period of extremely cold temperatures for Central Virginia and could lead to some pipes in your homes possibly bursting. → Read More

Chesterfield emergency crews respond to house fire starting in fireplace; 1 adult, 2 pets impacted

Chesterfield Fire crews were called to action during a house fire in Chester Monday night. According to Chesterfield Fire, there were heavy smoke and fire conditions in the attic coming from the fireplace. → Read More

Busch Gardens to permanently close popular Mäch Tower ride in January

One of the most well-known rides at Busch Gardens is closing permanently — the Mäch Tower. Busch Gardens announced the ride’s closure and stated the Mäch Tower will take its last plunge on Jan. 8. → Read More

MSU Bulldogs head coach Mike Leach dies at 61 in Mississippi due to complications from heart condition

BREAKING: Mississippi State University Head Football coach Michael Charles “Mike” Leach died Monday, Dec. 12, following complications from a heart condition, the school confirmed. Leach was 61 years old. → Read More

PHOTOS: Rep. Donald McEachin through the years

After a lengthy battle with colorectal cancer, Democratic U.S. Rep. Donald McEachin has died at 61 years old. Rep. McEachin, who was recently reelected after winning Virginia’s 4th Congressional District race on Nov. 8, was a Richmond native and former Virginia state lawmaker. 8News has collected photos of McEachin through the years. → Read More

Man killed in motorcycle crash on I-95, Temple Road exit ramp in Chesterfield

Virginia State Police is investigating a deadly multi-vehicle crash on North I-95. On Nov. 21, at 8:53 a.m., police said a 2006 Honda motorcycle came off of the exit ramp for Temple Road and collided with a 1996 Toyota Avalon and a 2019 Freightliner. → Read More

King William County Public Schools closed the rest of the week due to spike in illness

King William County Public Schools have closed for the rest of the school week due to a spike in illnesses, according to a message from the district. → Read More

University of Virginia confirms identities of three football players killed in shooting

Lavel Davis, Jr., D’Sean Perry and Devin Chandler were killed in the shooting on the night of Sunday, Nov. 13. The University of Virginia held a press conference this morning and confirmed the identities of the victims, all three of whom were members of UVA’s football team. → Read More

Multi-vehicle crash causing delays on I-95 North in Chesterfield

A multi-vehicle crash is causing delays on I-95 North. The north left shoulder, left lane and center lane are closed, according to the Virginia Department of Transportation. → Read More

Pedestrian hit, killed in crash on Dumfries Road in Prince William County

On Oct. 28, around 9:45 p.m., investigators responded to the area of Dumfries Road and Green Tree Lane to investigate a crash involved a pedestrian. The investigation showed the driver of a 2013 Hyundai Sonata was driving northbound on I-95 and exiting on to eastbound Dumfries Road, according to police. → Read More

Multiple sheds, trailer burglarized at Woodbridge church, various lawn-care equipment stolen

Police said the suspects broke into the trailer through the window, which was found undamaged. Entry was also made into multiple sheds through a rear panel area, also found undamaged, according to police. → Read More

Man injured in Woodbridge shooting on Orangewood Drive, Prince William Police say

The Prince William County Police Department is currently investigating a shooting that left one man injured. → Read More

Family surprisingly finds flying squirrel in toilet of their Powhatan home

The owner of a Powhatan animal and wildlife removal service encountered a shocking surprise on Thursday morning, when he received a curious call from a client. → Read More