Democrat fundraising platform ActBlue is the subject of investigations by Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares and 18 other state attorneys general for potential fraudulent and illicit financial activity.Preview: Richmond Police need help investigating a bicycle crash. The RPD said yesterday it wants any video you may have of Tuesday's crash on Patterson Ave. Elementary School Principal Gregory Muzik was riding a bike when he was hit by a car. The driver remained on the scene, and no charges have been announced. There's no word on what specifically police are looking for.
A woman is alive today thanks to first responders in Chesterfield County. Ashley Lawrence was in Richmond yesterday to meet the people who saved her life after a farming accident last summer in Amelia County. Lawrence wound up losing her leg, but she's grateful to be alive. She tells 8News donating blood is very important, and it helps people in the littlest ways.
A look at the recent numbers shows Virginians are seeing some financial improvements in 2025. In February, inflation increased by the least amount since August of 2024. It remains to be seen if the Federal Reserve will cut rates at their next meeting. Gas prices in the United States have fallen for three consecutive weeks, with the average price at about $3.03 per gallon. This marks the lowest average price for March in four years, reflecting a trend that began during President Trump's first term. Numbers also show this is the sixth week in a row that mortgage rates have dropped.