Simone Cuccurullo
Anchor

She’s thrilled to come to Richmond after spending three years as an anchor and reporter in Fort Myers, Florida. There she covered devastating natural disasters such as hurricanes Irma and Dorian. Simone started her career as a morning anchor and reporter in Erie, Pennsylvania. She is a Philadelphia native and a die-hard Eagles fan. When she’s not at work you’ll likely find her trying out restaurants, going for a run, or reading a good book. Education: Temple University, Media Studies and Production
Updated: Jul. 5, 2023 at 9:19 PM EDT
|By Simone Cuccurullo
As the affiliate relations manager for NAMI Virginia, Shavonda Joyner hears about the mental health struggles Virginians face every day, but it wasn’t long ago that she felt lost too.
Updated: Jun. 7, 2023 at 12:41 PM EDT
|By Riley Wyant and Simone Cuccurullo
Richmond school leaders aren’t holding back their emotions tonight after a shooting that took place after a high school graduation killed two and injured five.
Updated: Apr. 11, 2023 at 6:02 PM EDT
|By Simone Cuccurullo
The "Warm Line" is essentially a step below a “hotline” designed to be used before a situation escalates into a crisis.
Updated: Feb. 10, 2023 at 10:19 AM EST
|By Simone Cuccurullo
Super Bowl LVII is just days away and central Virginia will be represented on the big stage in Glendale, Arizona.
Updated: Aug. 12, 2022 at 3:41 PM EDT
|By Simone Cuccurullo
The fifth annual Ultimate Backpack Supply Drive was once again a huge success.
Updated: May. 24, 2022 at 7:06 PM EDT
|By Simone Cuccurullo
Often times when people hear the word “stroke,” they associate the disease with older people. But statistics show that younger people, especially women, are becoming more at risk.
Updated: Mar. 28, 2022 at 6:07 PM EDT
|By Simone Cuccurullo
A Hopewell woman gives a new meaning to the term “triple threat.”
Updated: Mar. 22, 2022 at 8:03 AM EDT
|By Simone Cuccurullo
Students and staff gathered on campus Monday evening to celebrate the big win.
Updated: Mar. 17, 2022 at 9:42 PM EDT
|By Simone Cuccurullo
University of Richmond’s men’s basketball team defeated 5 seed Iowa at the Keybank Center in Buffalo, New York.
Updated: Feb. 1, 2022 at 11:26 PM EST
|By Simone Cuccurullo
While a shooting and search for a suspect unfolded Tuesday at Bridgewater College, students were told to shelter in place.
Updated: Jan. 5, 2022 at 11:36 AM EST
|By Simone Cuccurullo
The roads weren’t the only place seeing delays due to the weather. Amtrak Regional Rail customers have been sitting on their trains at a standstill for hours.
Updated: Aug. 25, 2021 at 7:52 AM EDT
|By Simone Cuccurullo
As parents prepare for the kids to head back to learning, the Ultimate Backpack Supply Drive asking for your help to donate to Richmond students in need.
Updated: Aug. 9, 2021 at 9:47 PM EDT
|By Simone Cuccurullo
It’s hard to believe, but there are only a few weeks to go until Central Virginia students head back to school.
Updated: Jul. 19, 2021 at 11:11 PM EDT
|By Simone Cuccurullo
The Richmond School Board has voted to proceed with their own plans instead of the city’s when it comes to building a new George Wythe High School.
Updated: Jun. 4, 2021 at 10:24 PM EDT
|By Simone Cuccurullo
A family is remembering and honoring their angel, 21-year-old Braxton “Brax” Baker, who died suddenly last year. The cause of her death has not been officially released.
Updated: May. 28, 2021 at 8:34 PM EDT
|By Simone Cuccurullo
The new school building will feature state-of-the-art facilities for teachers and students.
Updated: May. 25, 2021 at 9:36 PM EDT
|By Simone Cuccurullo
The fate of a casino in the city of Richmond lies in voters’ hands.
Updated: Apr. 27, 2021 at 9:21 PM EDT
|By Simone Cuccurullo
On Tuesday, the Richmond Highway Neighborhood Civic Association - formally known as the Jefferson Davis Neighborhood Civic Association - publicly endorsed the Urban One casino bid, in an industrial area off Commerce Road.
Updated: Mar. 15, 2021 at 11:19 PM EDT
|By Simone Cuccurullo
A vigil was held Monday for one of the two victims gunned down outside of a Henrico shopping center.
Updated: Dec. 30, 2020 at 10:07 PM EST
|By Simone Cuccurullo
Two people have developed facial swelling after vaccination during Moderna’s phase 3 trial.
Updated: Dec. 16, 2020 at 6:33 PM EST
|By Simone Cuccurullo
We're continuing our tour of some of the best Holiday Homes across Central Virginia
Updated: Dec. 10, 2020 at 6:31 PM EST
|By Simone Cuccurullo
Holiday Homes 2020 continues with 7396 Kelshire Trace in Mechanicsville.
Updated: Dec. 8, 2020 at 7:00 PM EST
|By Simone Cuccurullo
Al and Esther Thompson are the couple behind the beautiful display.
Updated: Nov. 17, 2020 at 9:04 PM EST
|By Simone Cuccurullo
Angel Tree is a Christmas tradition for thousands of families in Central Virginia, but it’s going to be a bit different due to the ongoing pandemic - that includes an even easier way to find a child in need.
Updated: Aug. 26, 2020 at 10:49 PM EDT
|By Simone Cuccurullo
Wednesday marked a huge community event for the city of Richmond.
Updated: Jul. 27, 2020 at 10:57 PM EDT
|By Simone Cuccurullo
Members of the Richmond City Council are expected to vote on criminal justice reform items during Monday night’s meeting.
Updated: Jul. 17, 2020 at 8:38 PM EDT
|By Simone Cuccurullo
An alarming new coronavirus trend is emerging, involving pediatric offices in the area. Doctors are finding an uptick in kids being diagnosed with the disease.
Updated: Jul. 14, 2020 at 9:35 PM EDT
|By Simone Cuccurullo
The Richmond Public Schools Board has approved fully virtual learning for the first semester this fall.