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Sentencing in Matko murder case could be delayed Video included

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He faces up to life in prison for the murder of Ryan Matko. But a move by Detavis King's attorney could delay his sentencing.

New stores open, Old spaces remain vacant Video included

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New retail stores are popping up in Richmond, just in the time for the holidays, but there's also plenty of "vacant" space that threatens to pull the economy downward.

Henrico zip code change drops city revenues Video included

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Richmond leaders say Henrico County's zip code change is partially to blame for its budget woes. The city faces a 10 million dollar shortfall.

FUGITIVE FRIDAY

Henrico authorities seek boy abducted by mother

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Our featured fugitive is wanted by Henrico County police for parental abduction of her 9-year-old son.

UPDATE: Miley Cyrus' tour bus crashes in Dinwiddie, killing driver Video included

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A bus carrying crew members of pop star Miley Cyrus' tour overturned this morning, killing one person and closing Interstate 85 at mile marker 55 for several hours.

Hanover commission opposes Providence Creek plan

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The Hanover County Planning Commission voted against a revised plan for the Providence Creek development off state route 54 near Interstate 95.

Class on Bible could be offered to Chesterfield students Video included

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Chesterfield teens may have an opportunity to study the bible in school.

November 19: Restaurant Report Video included

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A Richmond café tackles a social cause: it creates jobs for people with disabilities. With the same commitment, now it has also tackled some critical violations it received on its last health inspection.

Sheriff C.T. Woody accused of sexual battery Video included

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We have information just into our newsroom tonight that Richmond Sheriff C.T. Woody is being investigated for sexual battery.

12 ON YOUR SIDE

Tax dollars pay for offenders' hotel rooms Video included

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Your tax dollars pay for many services. But, you probably didn't know it includes motel rooms for sex offenders.

The East End Landfill deals with violations as it expands Video included

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The controversial plan to expand an East End landfill is a go! The Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) approved the plan today. "TEEL" can now quadruple the amount of trash it receives, even though

Swine flu vaccines on the way

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More swine flu vaccines are headed to the state.

Neighbors prepared to fight DEQ decision to expand East End Landfill Video included

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As we first reported last night, the Department of Environmental Quality is granting a permit to allow Henrico's East End Landfill to take in more waste, but tonight neighbors say they won't give up the fight to keep it from harming their neighborhood.

Manchester parent uses fight as learning lesson Video included

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A call for caution tonight from Chesterfield schools after Monday’s fight at Manchester High School. Officials hope to prevent further violence by having students and parents separate rumor from reality.

Restaurant and bar smoking ban will take effect December 1st Video included

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A new state law prohibiting smoking in most bars and restaurants takes effect in less than two weeks; today, a big reminder from the state Health Department about consequences for not complying for both restaurants and patrons.

Powhatan corrections officers won't be prosecuted

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A group of corrections officers charged with animal cruelty, will not face prosecution after all.

INTERVIEW

What is the protocol for safety at Manchester high school? Video included

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Controversy continues to surround a fight a Manchester high school in Chesterfield County that students have said was the result of issues involving race.

Hundreds of homeless gather for free medical services Video included

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Hundreds of homeless or low-income people gathered at the Greater Richmond Convention Center to get help with some much-needed services like medical care. It's the project's third year.

Arrest made in burglary of $150,000 in XXX DVDs

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Henrico County police say they arrested the man who stole $150,000 worth of x-rated DVDs from Taboo.

Ferrum shooting brings a new focus to hunting safety Video included

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The tragic shooting death of a Ferrum College student in an alleged hunting accident is putting new focus on hunting safety.

Clenbuterol: Deadly 'magic weight loss pill' Video included

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It's been dubbed Hollywood's big secret -- a magic weight loss pill, that can help you drop pounds in a matter of days.

Richmond city budget $10M short Video included

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Bad news out of City Hall; Richmond's budget for the current 2010 fiscal year is $10M short!  Mayor Dwight Jones says revenue collections are behind what was projected when the city adopted its official budget.

Strangers may be seeking strays and pets Video included

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A warning from a local SPCA: strangers may be swiping pets and strays in this area for medical research.

12 ON YOUR SIDE

Voter fraud charges Video included

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One of two Louisa county residents accused of voter fraud is talking to 12 On Your Side. The woman says she didn't know she was breaking the law and wants to tell her story.

Re-employment services office to open in Richmond Video included

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News if you're looking for a job. There's a new place in Richmond that can help you spruce up your resume. It can also connect you to potential employers.

Trapping is humane solution to feral cat colonies Video included

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It's a problem for nearly every community -- feral cat colonies. NBC12 highlighted the issue this summer, working alongside the Richmond SPCA.

Is all this rain from Ida?

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The tropical system called Ida is no longer but now we now have a very strong coastal storm in her place.

War hero's flagpole at odds with neighbors Video included

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Col. Van T. Barfoot is a rock star among veterans. In World War Two, he once took 17 enemy fighters captive and saved the lives of two of his own men. Now he's in another fight...to keep a flagpole in front of his house.

GRTC bus driver attacked and robbed Video included

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The driver was attacked last night around 6:45 at the Missouri Avenue bus stop in Highland Park. GRTC is calling her a hero tonight for her quick thinking during a difficult situation.

EDITORIAL

Educational Editorial: Virginians perceptions of school Video included

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This week the Thomas Jefferson Institute for Public Policy released a poll of Virginians perceptions of school choice.

12 ABOUT TOWN

Chris Brown, Funny Bone, Disney Live! tops 12 About Town Video included

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In this week's 12 About Town we find Chris Brown coming to town, Shangri-La Chinese Acrobats, Disney Live! and more.

Abstinence-only speaker stirs up controversy Video included

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Sex talk stirs up controversy at one Henrico county high school. A speaker touting abstinence-only met with students at Douglas Freeman High School against some teachers’ wishes.

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