Aaron Thomas, 8News WRIC Richmond

Aaron Thomas

8News WRIC Richmond

Richmond, VA, United States

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Past articles by Aaron:

Local couple taking extra precautions on Dominican Republic honeymoon

After six Americans died under mysterious circumstances in the Dominican Republic one local couple is taking precautions seriously.. News, weather, sports, headlines for Central Virginia and beyond. → Read More

As rain continues, Richmond residents worry about flash flooding

As the rain continues, Richmond residents are worried about more flash flooding near their homes. . News, weather, sports, headlines for Central Virginia and beyond. → Read More

Vigil held for 9-year-old girl killed in shooting at Richmond park

Hundreds of people gathered at a vigil in Richmond on Thursday to remember the life of Markiya Dickson, a 9-year-old girl who was killed by a stray bullet at Carter Jones Park.... News, weather, sports, headlines for Central Virginia and beyond. → Read More

RPD community walk encourages residents to speak out against crime

Richmond Police held a community walk Tuesday night after revealing that almost 200 guns were stolen from cars in the city last year.. News, weather, sports, headlines for Central Virginia and beyond. → Read More

'Senseless vandalism' at Hopewell's new Riverwalk

The boardwalk is now experiencing instances of vandalism such as writings on equipment and even defacing signs. . News, weather, sports, headlines for Central Virginia and beyond. → Read More

High school seniors planning to enlist recognized at local ceremony

The Greater Richmond chapter of Our Community Salutes recognized more than 120 enlistees who chose to enter the armed forces, the largest number of participants since the first enlistee recognition.... News, weather, sports, headlines for Central Virginia and beyond. → Read More

'I still don't believe it': Man found shot in Fan District alley

A Richmond mother is grieving the tragic loss of her son over the weekend.. News, weather, sports, headlines for Central Virginia and beyond. → Read More

How locals, and their pets, can stay safe in the heat over Memorial Day weekend

Whenever it's hot, it's important to take a little extra time and effort to stay cool. The weekend's forecast is just a taste of what's to come as the summer months approach Central.... News, weather, sports, headlines for Central Virginia and beyond. → Read More

Excitement swells over major projects to be filmed in Virginia

Virginia's success as a location for film production continues with a Showtime series starring Ethan Hawke as abolitionist John Brown. "The Good Lord Bird" will start shooting this summer. . News, weather, sports, headlines for Central Virginia and beyond. → Read More

'I'm really shocked': 2019 Richmond Bacon Festival canceled

The 2019 festival was scheduled for June 9 at the 17th Street Farmers Market. → Read More

Future of the 'Ark of Colonial Heights' uncertain

Residents want to know what's next for the 'Ark of Colonial Heights.' . News, weather, sports, headlines for Central Virginia and beyond. → Read More

Grieving son desperate for answers after mother found murdered in Richmond home

The son of a mother found dead in her Richmond home is searching for answers into her untimely death. . News, weather, sports, headlines for Central Virginia and beyond. → Read More

'It's an embarrassment': Frustration swells over run-down hotel in Petersburg

Petersburg residents are fed up with driving into town and seeing a beat up hotel. . News, weather, sports, headlines for Central Virginia and beyond. → Read More

'Please tell me which way I need to go': Richmond apartment fire leaves families displaced

Heavy smoke and flames could be seen pouring from the second floor of a Richmond apartment complex Tuesday afternoon. . News, weather, sports, headlines for Central Virginia and beyond. → Read More

'We seem to have lost our soul': Local Jewish community responds to latest attack

The Jewish community in Richmond is echoing the sentiments from California's Rabbi, saying hate and terror won't keep them down. . News, weather, sports, headlines for Central Virginia and beyond. → Read More

Henrico County's longest-serving employee retiring after 73 years

Elvin Cosby is retiring from the Henrico County Department of Public Works after 73 years. . News, weather, sports, headlines for Central Virginia and beyond. → Read More

VSU recognized as 'School of the Month' by Tom Joyner Foundation

A Virginia university is gaining national attention in an effort to preserve the legacy of historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs). . News, weather, sports, headlines for Central Virginia and beyond. → Read More

'It is a desecration': Historic cemetery in Richmond hit by thieves, vandals

“It goes right to the core of what we do and how we want to protect this place,” Jeffry Burden, a caretaker said. . News, weather, sports, headlines for Central Virginia and beyond. → Read More

Historic cemetery in Richmond hit by thieves, vandals

Richmond police are investigating a case of theft at the historic Shockoe Hill Cemetery. . News, weather, sports, headlines for Central Virginia and beyond. → Read More

RPS Superintendent seeks feedback in 'Trust Town Hall' meeting

Richmond Public Schools Superintendent Jason Kamras held a 'Trust Town Hall' meeting because he said he understood that there is some distrust between RPS and the public. . News, weather, sports, headlines for Central Virginia and beyond. → Read More