Friday, May 24 2013 7:41 AM EDT2013-05-24 11:41:59 GMT
A registered Henrico sex offender is back in hot water after being indicted by a grand jury Tuesday. 25-year-old Robert Anthony Woodard is charged with three counts of contributing to the delinquencyMore >>
A registered Henrico sex offender is back in hot water after being indicted by a grand jury Tuesday.More >>
Friday, May 24 2013 7:36 AM EDT2013-05-24 11:36:29 GMT
Source: WAVY
A Suffolk mom will spend her weekends behind bars after police say she mooned her son's bus last November. Our sister station in Norfolk reports that Lisa Grant was convicted of disorderly conduct thisMore >>
A Suffolk mom will spend her weekends behind bars after police say she mooned her son's bus last November. More >>
Friday, May 24 2013 7:27 AM EDT2013-05-24 11:27:02 GMT
Friday evening, friends and family will pause to remember the man killed in a shooting earlier in the week. 21-year-old Larry Pittman was shot around 1:30 a.m. Tuesday near Creighton Court. A vigil willMore >>
Friday evening, friends and family will pause to remember the man killed in a shooting earlier in the week. More >>
Friday, May 24 2013 7:21 AM EDT2013-05-24 11:21:02 GMT
Richmond police are investigating a deadly shooting that happened Thursday night. Investigators say a 28-year-old man was found dead in a home on Keswick Avenue. There's, not a lot of information beingMore >>
Richmond police are investigating a deadly shooting that happened Thursday night.More >>
Friday, May 24 2013 7:12 AM EDT2013-05-24 11:12:55 GMT
A Richmond teen was shot multiple times at his apartment Thursday night. He's in critical but stable condition at Chippenham Hospital. Police say a van pulled up Thursday night, and a 15-year-old stumbledMore >>
A Richmond teen was shot multiple times at his apartment Thursday night.More >>
Friday, May 24 2013 2:31 AM EDT2013-05-24 06:31:07 GMT
Jodi Arias (Source: CBS 5 News)
It is now in the hands of the 12 jurors to decide if Jodi Arias will live her life behind bars or if she'll be executed. The defense and prosecution gave their closing statement Tuesday afternoon andMore >>
The judge has declared a mistrial in the penalty phase of the Jodi Arias trial. The jury announced late Thursday afternoon that they could not reach a unanimous decision on life or death for Arias.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 11:47 PM EDT2013-05-24 03:47:58 GMT
Embattled "ROC" pastor Geronimo Aguilar is expected to be extradited to Texas Friday morning to face 7 felony counts in two child sex abuse cases. Pastor G temporarily stepped down as the ROC's seniorMore >>
Pastor G temporarily stepped down as the ROC's senior pastor Thursday. The man who called for Pastor G to resign is now admitting he once faced charges of his own.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 11:26 PM EDT2013-05-24 03:26:17 GMT
Richmond scout leaders reacted Thursday after the Boy Scouts of America's National Council voted to allow homosexuals into the organization. The majority of its 1,400 members agreed to let gay boys joinMore >>
Richmond scout leaders reacted Thursday after the Boy Scouts of America's National Council voted to allow homosexuals into the organization. The majority of its 1,400 members agreed to let gay boys join as scouts but gay adults are still banned from leadership roles.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 11:15 PM EDT2013-05-24 03:15:04 GMT
Two restaurants that usually earn better scores on their health inspections had problems with pests in this edition of the NBC12 Restaurant Report. Al Kawthar Oasis Restaurant at 1517 West Broad StreetMore >>
Two restaurants that usually earn better scores on their health inspections had problems with pests in this edition of the NBC12 Restaurant Report.
Thursday, May 23 2013 10:59 PM EDT2013-05-24 02:59:32 GMT
There are several ways you can help with the tornado victims in Oklahoma. When Amanda Weiner of Saxon shoes saw the destruction the tornado in Oklahoma left behind, she felt compelled to take action. "IMore >>
There are several ways you can help with the tornado victims in Oklahoma.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 8:11 PM EDT2013-05-24 00:11:38 GMT
A man broke into a Richmond Southside by coming in through the roof, then left without stealing a thing. Now, police are hoping surveillance video will help them identify the burglar. Police say theMore >>
Police are investigating a bizarre situation in South Richmond, where a man "dropped" into a crime. The suspect entered the RadioShack on Sheila Lane through the ceiling. More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 6:40 PM EDT2013-05-23 22:40:26 GMT
Huguenot Trail is closed in Powhatan between St. Mary's Way and Judes Ferry Road due to a tractor trailer crash. The crash occurred before 2:30 p.m. Thursday and is now in the clean up stage. Still, RouteMore >>
Huguenot Trail is back open after a tractor trailer crash in Powhatan closed the road between St. Mary's Way and Judes Ferry Road Thursday afternoon.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 6:07 PM EDT2013-05-23 22:07:26 GMT
Many parents do their best to save money entertaining and clothing their children. Here is how to save at many local shops around town - and it won't cost you a dime. It's been five years since Kate HallMore >>
Along with money-saving articles, RichmondMom.com offers the savvy saver card. It was created to save you money while helping local businesses make it through the recession.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 6:05 PM EDT2013-05-23 22:05:07 GMT
Repair work on Josh Wilson's wheelchair-accessible van is underway. The van was a wreck after Josh's former caregivers crashed it and stole thousands from him. Insurance repaired the van, but it wasn'tMore >>
Repair work on Josh Wilson's wheelchair-accessible van is underway. Lufteknic is doing a lot of sanding and removing and replacing parts - and they now know why Josh's van was running rough and cutting off in traffic.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 5:55 PM EDT2013-05-23 21:55:50 GMT
A Virginia State University student body president charged with hazing is now off the hook. Brandon Randleman actually plead guilty to the misdemeanor charge, but then said the Petersburg CommonwealthMore >>
A Virginia State University student body president charged with hazing is now off the hook. Brandon Randleman actually plead guilty to the misdemeanor charge, but then said the Petersburg Commonwealth Attorney pressured him to do it.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 5:55 PM EDT2013-05-23 21:55:11 GMT
Butterflies LIVE! Friday, May 24 - Sunday, October 13, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Cost: Included with regular garden admission Event Website: http://www.lewisginter.org/ Copyright 2013 WWBT NBC12. All rightsMore >>
Hundreds of live butterflies take flight in Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden's glass Conservatory. The Butterflies LIVE! exhibit is back by popular demand and features showy tropical species. Visitors can walk among the butterflies in the North Wing of the Conservatory. The exhibit also features special plantings to provide food for the butterflies, allowing visitors to get an "up-close" and personal view of these fascinating creatures.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 5:51 PM EDT2013-05-23 21:51:05 GMT
Louisa Commonwealth's Attorney Rusty McGuire is crediting man's best friend with busting a burglary case. A Louisa deputy responded to the Country Corner Market on February 8 after the owner found theMore >>
Louisa Commonwealth's Attorney Rusty McGuire is crediting man's best friend with busting a burglary case.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 5:50 PM EDT2013-05-23 21:50:44 GMT
Hanover officials reveal there are two separate pay structures when it comes to county employees and school employees, even though county supervisors appoint members to the school board. Now, the crossingMore >>
Hanover government documents show pay caps county employees, but when it comes to Hanover's school district employees, there is a different set of rules.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 5:48 PM EDT2013-05-23 21:48:58 GMT
The Varina High School student accused of abducting his classmate is ordered to stay in jail. On Thursday, a judge denied bond for 18-year-old Austin Martin. Martin is facing four charges including abductionMore >>
Austin Martin is facing four charges including abduction and possessing a firearm on school property.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 5:47 PM EDT2013-05-23 21:47:57 GMT
Richmond is growing faster than Chicago, Phoenix and San Diego, according to the latest U.S. Census figures released Thursday. The Capital has the biggest population growth in Central Virginia, addingMore >>
Richmond is growing faster than Chicago, Phoenix and San Diego, according to the latest U.S. Census figures released ThursdayMore >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 2:05 PM EDT2013-05-23 18:05:30 GMT
A water leak forced the evacuation of a VCU Medical Center building in downtown Richmond Thursday morning. The water leak started on the 4th floor of the West Hospital building on 12th and Broad streetsMore >>
A VCU Medical Center building in downtown will be closed for the rest of the day, after a water line break.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 1:50 PM EDT2013-05-23 17:50:24 GMT
Pastor Geronimo Aguilar has temporarily stepped down from his positions as President of the Board and Pastor at the Richmond Outreach Center due to child sexual abuse charges. The move was announced inMore >>
Pastor Geronimo Aguilar has temporarily stepped down from his positions as President of the Board and Pastor at the Richmond Outreach Center due to child sexual abuse charges.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 1:19 PM EDT2013-05-23 17:19:31 GMT
Heating and air company Michael and Son Services is breathing new life into a historic building that's been vacant for years. The company just broke ground on its planned renovations for the H.W. RobinsonMore >>
Heating and air company Michael and Son Services is breathing new life into a historic building that's been vacant for years.
Thursday, May 23 2013 12:39 PM EDT2013-05-23 16:39:00 GMT
A dozen elementary school students were taken to the hospital after a school bus crashes in Petersburg. The bus was attempting to make a left turn onto Johnson Road From N. Blvd around 8:20 a.m. Thursday,More >>
The bus was attempting to make a left turn onto Johnson Road From N. Blvd around 8:20 a.m. Thursday, when it was struck by another vehicle.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 12:23 PM EDT2013-05-23 16:23:15 GMT
Kmart strikes again! They've released a new video on YouTube to show off savings on gas at select Kmarts. Of course, the video is hilariously controversial: Watch on Mobile: This new commercial followsMore >>
Kmart strikes again! They've released a new video on YouTube to show off savings on gas at select Kmarts. Of course, the video is hilariously controversial.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 10:27 AM EDT2013-05-23 14:27:05 GMT
A Hanover school crossing guard's paycheck is sparking a big debate. NBC 12 discovered he makes more, per hour, than the highest paid teacher in the county. Elton Wade is also a member of the Board ofMore >>
A Hanover crossing guard makes more, per hour, than the highest paid teacher in the county. Elton Wade is also a member of the Board of Supervisor.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 10:11 AM EDT2013-05-23 14:11:01 GMT
Richmond Police say a man stabbed to death Saturday was 54-year-old Ricky Jones. Jones was stabbed around 8:41 p.m. on East 29th Street and taken to VCU Medical Center where he died. Police arrestedMore >>
Richmond Police say a man stabbed to death Saturday was 54-year-old Ricky Jones. More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 9:29 AM EDT2013-05-23 13:29:05 GMT
New information is surfacing about the deadly shooting of a 10-year-old girl in Crozet this week. Maggie Hollifield's family is calling her death a horrible accident. Albemarle County Police say a 14-year-oldMore >>
The family of a 10-year-old girl killed in Crozet this week is calling her death a horrible accident.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 9:27 AM EDT2013-05-23 13:27:52 GMT
22-year-old Brandon Randleman
The VSU student government president accused in a hazing scene, heads to court Thursday. 22-year-old Brandon Randleman will be in a Petersburg Court. Randleman's lawyer is expected to ask a judge toMore >>
The VSU student government president accused in a hazing incident heads to court Thursday.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 9:14 AM EDT2013-05-23 13:14:58 GMT
A Varina High School student could get out of jail Thursday after being accused of abducting one of his classmates at gunpoint. This is 18-year-old Austin Martin's first offense, but the four chargesMore >>
A Varina High School student could get out of jail Thursday, after being accused of abducting one of his classmates at gunpoint. More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 9:12 AM EDT2013-05-23 13:12:56 GMT
A severe crash on I-195 sent one man to the hospital around midnight Thursday. This happened right before the exit to get to City Stadium. Police say the driver was going southbound when he hit the railMore >>
A severe crash on I-195 sent one man to the hospital around midnight Thursday. More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 8:57 AM EDT2013-05-23 12:57:16 GMT
Despite rounds of opposition, Hanover County supervisors approved plans for 172 upscale apartments in the King's Charter area. That is according to the Richmond Times-Dispatch. The Charleston Ridge CommunityMore >>
Despite rounds of opposition, Hanover County supervisors reportedly approved plans for 172 upscale apartments in the King's Charter area. More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 8:56 AM EDT2013-05-23 12:56:26 GMT
Richmond Police are telling us about a disturbing discovery in the Oak Grove neighborhood. A welfare check turned up an animal covered in it's own waste. Animal control says this happens more than youMore >>
Richmond Police say a welfare check in the Oak Grove neighborhood turned up an animal covered in it's own waste.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 7:24 PM EDT2013-05-22 23:24:13 GMT
Defense attorneys are presenting their side of a case against a Richmond mother accused of starving her two-year-old son to death. The defense team argues two-year-old D'Sean Williams had an undiagnosedMore >>
Closing arguments in the case of the Richmond mom accused of starving to death her two-year-old son will be delayed until Friday because of a scheduling conflict for the judge.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 6:33 PM EDT2013-05-22 22:33:06 GMT
The Ashland Town Council voted to up the cost of cigarettes and hotel rooms. A three-cent tax hike on cigarettes, and a two-percent raise on the hotel tax was passed Tuesday evening. The increase willMore >>
A three-cent tax hike on cigarettes, and a two-percent raise on the hotel tax was passed Tuesday evening. The increase will fund a three-percent pay raise for Ashland town employees, including police.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 11:15 PM EDT2013-05-22 03:15:09 GMT
A survey by USA Today reveals that Richmond is the third most tattoo'ed city in America. Only people in Las Vegas and Miami have more tattoos than we do. With so much "ink being done" here, there areMore >>
A survey by USA Today reveals that Richmond is the third most tattoo'ed city in America. Only people in Las Vegas and Miami have more tattoos than we do. With so much "ink being done" here, there are bound to be mistakes - or at least regrets. More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 11:05 PM EDT2013-05-22 03:05:09 GMT
A close call for some kayakers on the James River Tuesday night. Rescue crews pulled one injured man left stranded on a rock. The man says he broke his hand and was stranded for two hours in the middleMore >>
Rescue crews pulled one injured man left stranded on a rock. The man says he broke his hand and was stranded for two hours in the middle of the river.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 11:00 PM EDT2013-05-22 03:00:21 GMT
A drug king will spend three years in jail after he tried to sell a huge amount of marijuana to a local, undercover cop. 39-year-old Winston Nugent was convicted of transporting more than 15 pounds ofMore >>
A drug king will spend three years in jail after he tried to sell a huge amount of marijuana to a local, undercover cop.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 7:01 PM EDT2013-05-21 23:01:20 GMT
An emotional day in court Tuesday in the trial of the Richmond mother accused of starving to death her two-year-old son. The prosecution continued to present its case against Ashley Williams, who is chargedMore >>
An emotional day in court Tuesday in the trial of the Richmond mother accused of starving to death her two-year-old son.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 6:42 PM EDT2013-05-21 22:42:26 GMT
Among the most horrifying scenes in the vast destruction were two elementary schools which took direct hits from the twister - taking some of the youngest lives in this tragedy, but sparing others. TheMore >>
Tornado watches and warnings are common in Virginia -- and the images from Oklahoma are a brutal reminder of the need to be prepared.More >>
The Boy Scouts of America's national leadership will vote Thursday whether to allow openly gay Scouts in its ranks, a critical and emotionally charged moment for one of the nation's oldest youth organizations...More >>
The Boy Scouts of America threw open its ranks Thursday to gay Scouts but not gay Scout leaders - a fiercely contested compromise that some warned could fracture the organization and lead to mass defections of members and...More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 11:47 PM EDT2013-05-24 03:47:58 GMT
Embattled "ROC" pastor Geronimo Aguilar is expected to be extradited to Texas Friday morning to face 7 felony counts in two child sex abuse cases. Pastor G temporarily stepped down as the ROC's seniorMore >>
Pastor G temporarily stepped down as the ROC's senior pastor Thursday. The man who called for Pastor G to resign is now admitting he once faced charges of his own.More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 3:09 PM EDT2013-05-17 19:09:44 GMT
Fugitive Fridays tracks down Central Virginia's most wanted. Take a look at the photos and see if you can help police track down these suspects.More >>
Fugitive Fridays tracks down Central Virginia's most wanted.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 11:15 PM EDT2013-05-24 03:15:04 GMT
Two restaurants that usually earn better scores on their health inspections had problems with pests in this edition of the NBC12 Restaurant Report. Al Kawthar Oasis Restaurant at 1517 West Broad StreetMore >>
Two restaurants that usually earn better scores on their health inspections had problems with pests in this edition of the NBC12 Restaurant Report.
Thursday, May 23 2013 12:23 PM EDT2013-05-23 16:23:15 GMT
Kmart strikes again! They've released a new video on YouTube to show off savings on gas at select Kmarts. Of course, the video is hilariously controversial: Watch on Mobile: This new commercial followsMore >>
Kmart strikes again! They've released a new video on YouTube to show off savings on gas at select Kmarts. Of course, the video is hilariously controversial.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 11:26 PM EDT2013-05-24 03:26:17 GMT
Richmond scout leaders reacted Thursday after the Boy Scouts of America's National Council voted to allow homosexuals into the organization. The majority of its 1,400 members agreed to let gay boys joinMore >>
Richmond scout leaders reacted Thursday after the Boy Scouts of America's National Council voted to allow homosexuals into the organization. The majority of its 1,400 members agreed to let gay boys join as scouts but gay adults are still banned from leadership roles.More >>
The director of the Smithsonian's Hirshhorn Museum has announced his resignation after the museum's board declined to move forward with plans to create an inflatable pavilion at the museum. Hirshhorn Director Richard...More >>
Police say the death of a 22-year-old Alexandria man who was shot in a confrontation with an off-duty sheriff's deputy has been ruled a homicide.More >>
Police say the death of a 22-year-old Alexandria man who was shot in a confrontation with an off-duty sheriff's deputy has been ruled a homicide.More >>
A Kansas City animal shelter is caring for a puppy that authorities say survived in a locked car that was impounded for nearly a month in a city lot.More >>
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