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The U.S. Postal Service said Wednesday that it is ending discounts that shipping consolidators such as UPS and DHL use to get packages to the nation's doorsteps, in a move meant to help the Postal Service slow losses but that could see the higher costs passed on to consumers.

US Postal Service squeeze on shipping consolidators could raise consumer costs The U.S. Postal Service said Wednesday that it is ending discounts that shipping consolidators such as UPS and DHL use to get packages to the nation’s doorsteps.

The Virginia Department of Health (VDH) issued a reminder on Wednesday that September is National Su***de Prevention Month, while also providing information about available resources.

September is National Su***de Prevention Month, VDH reminds

The Social Security Administration is making it easier for Americans to fill out forms online. Here's what to know.

Social Security digitizes, removes signature requirements for several forms The Social Security Administration is making it easier for Americans to fill out forms online. Here’s what to know.

The storm is expected to make landfall in the coming hours as forecasters raised threats of potentially deadly storm surge, widespread flooding and destructive winds on the northern U.S. Gulf coast.

Hurricane Francine targets the Louisiana coast

The Orange County Sheriff's Office announced on Tuesday that a man who has been wanted for attempted murder since August of last year, has been apprehended.

Man wanted for attempted murder in Orange County apprehended The Orange County Sheriff’s Office announced on Tuesday that a man who has been wanted for attempted murder since August of last year, has been apprehended.

This year marks the 23rd anniversary of Sept. 11, 2001, when those throughout the United States remember and honor the people who lost their lives or were injured in the tragic terrorist attacks that occurred in New York City, N.Y., Arlington, Va., and Shanksville, Pa.

In memory and respect for the nearly 3,000 victims of the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001, Governor Glenn Youngkin has ordered all U.S. and Virginia flags in front of all local, state and federal buildings across the Commonwealth to fly at half-staff on Wednesday, Sept. 11.

Looking to get out of the city and connect with nature? Here's a list of places where you can hike that are less than a two-hour drive from Richmond.

LIST: Fall hikes less than 2 hours from Richmond Looking to get out of the city and connect with nature? Here’s a list of places where you can hike that are less than a two-hour drive from Richmond.

This year marks the 23rd anniversary of Sept. 11, 2001, when those throughout the U.S. are remembering and honoring people who lost their lives or were injured in the tragic terrorist attacks on American soil.

Serving those who served: 9/11 remembrance events happening across Central Virginia This year marks the 23rd anniversary of Sept. 11, 2001, when those throughout the U.S. are remembering and honoring people who lost their lives or were injured in the tragic terrorist attacks on Am…

Singer and songwriter Frankie Beverly, who fronted the soul/funk band Maze, has died at 77, his family announced.

Soul singer Frankie Beverly dies at 77

"To the owner of the snack bag, the impact is likely incidental. But to the ecosystem of the cave it had a huge impact."

Small bag of Cheetos had 'huge' impact on caverns: NPS “To the owner of the snack bag, the impact is likely incidental. But to the ecosystem of the cave it had a huge impact.”

Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump faced off in a fiery debate Tuesday night, clashing on key issues from abortion to the economy.

Who spoke more during the presidential debate: Trump or Harris?

Daylight savings time will come to an end on Nov. 3 this year. How much daylight will those in the Richmond area lose after they "fall back" an hour this fall?

How much daylight will Richmond lose when daylight savings time ends this fall? Daylight savings time will come to an end on Nov. 3 this year. How much daylight will those in the Richmond area lose after they “fall back” an hour this fall?

Among the various topics touched on during Tuesday's presidential debate was the inheritance former President Donald Trump received from his father.

How much did Trump inherit from his father? Among the various topics touched on during Tuesday’s presidential debate was the inheritance former President Donald Trump received from his father.

A woman is injured after police say she was stabbed in Richmond's Southside Tuesday night.

Woman stabbed in Richmond’s Southside A woman is injured after police say she was stabbed in Richmond’s Southside Tuesday night.

Governor Glenn Youngkin has ordered all U.S. and Virginia flags in front of all local, state and federal buildings across the Commonwealth to fly at half-staff on Wednesday, Sept. 11.

Here’s why flags are at half-staff in Virginia

Just five weeks before Election Day in November, Republican Sen. J.D. Vance of Ohio and Democratic Gov. Tim Walz of Minnesota will face off in a vice presidential debate hosted by CBS News.

When is the vice presidential debate between Vance and Walz?

Former president Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris will go head-to-head for the first time Tuesday night in Philadelphia.

Harris and Trump face off in debate

The Virginia Department of Transportation is warning the public about leaving children in the car even with fall temperatures in the air. Temperatures as low as 60 degrees outside are still dangerous for anyone left inside the car as temperatures can rise quickly causing vehicular heatstroke.

Don’t be fooled by low temps, VDOT warning of ‘vehicular heatstroke’ ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) – The Virginia Department of Transportation is warning the public about leaving children in the car even with fall temperatures in the air. Temperatures as low as 60 degre…

A drug approved to treat obesity in adults and teens is safe and effective for use in kids as young as 6 when combined with diet and exercise, a small new study shows. Liraglutide lowered body mass, slowed weight gain and improved health markers in kids ages 6 through 11, according to research presented Tuesday [...]

Weight-loss drug Saxenda effective for kids as young as 6, study shows A drug approved to treat obesity in adults and teens is safe and effective for use in kids as young as 6 when combined with diet and exercise, a small new study shows. Liraglutide lowered body mass…

Policy and staffing proposals are common "across the ideological spectrum." So what makes Project 2025 different?

Policy wish lists aren’t new: What makes Project 2025 unique? Policy and staffing proposals are common “across the ideological spectrum.” So what makes Project 2025 different?

Three Hanover residents are trying to keep su***de prevention top of mind year-round. From art exhibits to organizing walks to su***de prevention courses, they don't want to shy away from this subject that many find difficult to discuss.

‘Nobody walks alone’: How residents in Hanover are recognizing Su***de Prevention Awareness Month Three Hanover residents are trying to keep su***de prevention top of mind year-round. From art exhibits to organizing walks to su***de prevention courses, they don’t want to shy away from thi…

The internet is rife with debate over an Ohio town, with even former President Trump jumping on the extreme claims during Tuesday's debate.

Police: No local reports of pets being eaten in Springfield, Ohio, despite online claims The internet is rife with debate over an Ohio town, with even former President Trump jumping on the extreme claims during Tuesday’s debate.

8News Sports Director Nolan Knight sat down in the WRIC NOW livestreaming studio to discuss the triumphs and tragedies of this week in football.

8Sports Knight-Cap: Hokies bounce back in Week 2, Virginia wins again

The University of South Carolina women’s team and the University of Connecticut men’s team were honored during separate ceremonies in the East Room.

Biden welcomes college basketball champions to White House

A family pet that went missing two years ago was finally found hundreds of miles away.

Florida dog missing for two years found in Oklahoma A family pet that went missing two years ago, was finally found hundreds of miles away.

Taylor Swift is endorsing Kamala Harris’ presidential run, saying she’s backing the vice president because “she fights for the rights and causes I believe need a warrior to champion them.”

Taylor Swift endorses Harris Taylor Swift is endorsing Kamala Harris’s presidential run, saying she’s backing the vice president because “she fights for the rights and causes I believe need a warrior to champ…

Health officials confirmed the meat was contaminated with listeria — the bacteria that causes food poisoning.

How to check if your grocery store carry recalled Boar's Head deli meat

The emergence of Vice President Kamala Harris as the Democratic nominee presented a re-set in an election that appeared to be tilting in favor of former President Donald Trump earlier this summer.

Who do you think "won" tonight's debate? You can cast your vote on our website via the link below.

Who won the Trump-Harris presidential debate? The emergence of Vice President Kamala Harris as the Democratic nominee presented a re-set in an election that appeared to be tilting in favor of former President Donald Trump earlier this summer.

"We are listening to our guests and bringing this fan-favorite menu innovation out of the vault after three years," said Chris Brandt, chief brand officer at Chipotle.

Chipotle brings back ‘top requested menu item’ for a limited time “We are listening to our guests and bringing this fan-favorite menu innovation out of the vault after three years,” said Chris Brandt, chief brand officer at Chipotle.

On Tuesday, Sept. 10, a Henrico County judge found the second and final person charged in a chain-reaction crash that led to the death of Claire Wenzel in 2022 not guilty of reckless driving.

‘She lit up a room’: Loved ones of 26-year-old killed in Henrico crash call for change as legal battle ends