WTVR CBS 6
Virginia Election Wrap-Up: Mark Warner Wins, Chesterfield Tax Hike Passes
- Title
- Virginia Election Wrap-Up: Mark Warner Wins, Chesterfield Tax Hike Passes
- Runtime
- 3:17
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
- Description
- Mark Warner is projected to win Virginia's Senate race as unofficial results show Chesterfield County voters narrowly approving a 1% sales tax increase.
- Title
- November 3 5:30pm Election Show
- Runtime
- 19:08
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
- Description
- Comprehensive election night coverage featuring key races in Central Virginia and voter turnout updates on Nov 3.
- Title
- Central Virginia Voters React to Midterm Results
- Runtime
- 1:41
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
- Description
- Central Virginia voters share their reactions to the midterm results and what they hope elected leaders will address.
- Title
- Midterm Voters Driven by Economy, Analyst Says
- Runtime
- 2:06
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
- Description
- Midterm voters focused on economic issues such as cost of living and gas prices, influencing election outcomes according to Dr. John Aughenbaugh, political scientist at Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond, Virginia.
- Title
- McGuire Declares Victory as Virginia's 5th District Race Remains Uncalled
- Runtime
- 0:30
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
- Description
- John McGuire declares victory, but the Associated Press has not called Virginia's 5th Congressional District race.
- Title
- Taylor Holds Small Lead, Declares Victory in Race for Virginia's 1st House District
- Runtime
- 2:23
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
- Description
- Shannon Taylor holds a slim lead and declares victory in Virginia's 1st House District race, attempting to flip a seat not held by a Democrat since the late 1970s.
- Title
- Democrats Gain Control of Congress in Midterm Elections
- Runtime
- 2:32
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
- Description
- Democrats won back control of both the House and the Senate in Tuesday's midterm elections, along with a number of gubernatorial races across the country, delivering a massive defeat to President Donald Trump.
- Title
- Top stories in Richmond, Virginia on Nov. 4, 2026
- Runtime
- 1:01
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
- Description
- Voters in Virginia approved constitutional amendments on reproductive freedom, same-sex marriage, and felon voting rights. Chesterfield County narrowly passed a 1% sales tax increase to fund schools, and one person died in a crash on Interstate 95 near Route 288.
- Title
- Warm Day Ahead in Richmond with Showers Possible Tonight
- Runtime
- 1:30
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
- Description
- Today's Richmond forecast calls for a warm day with highs near 78, partly sunny skies, and a chance of late-night showers. Cooler temperatures arrive this weekend.
- Title
- Virginia Midterm Election Analysis: Political Scientist Explains Key Shifts
- Runtime
- 3:19
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
- Description
- VCU political scientist John Aughenbaugh breaks down the midterm election results in Virginia, highlighting significant shifts across Virginia's key congressional districts and a shift in line with broader trends seen in this election cycle.
- Title
- Virginia voters approve key constitutional amendments
- Runtime
- 1:20
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
- Description
- Voters in Virginia approved amendments on the Reproductive Freedom amendment, same-sex marriage amendment, and an amendment to automatically restore voting rights to people with felony convictions once they are released from incarceration. Richmond and Chesterfield also voted on school construction tax increases; the result was close in Chesterfield, where yes held a narrow lead, while the yes vote was solidly ahead in Richmond, with some precincts and early votes still outstanding.
- Title
- Shannon Taylor Declares Victory in Virginia's First Congressional District
- Runtime
- 13:08
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
- Description
- Shannon Taylor declares victory in Virginia's First Congressional District after a close race.
- Title
- Joe Morrissey Unseats 16-year Incumbent in Petersburg City Council Race
- Runtime
- 1:41
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
- Description
- In Petersburg local elections, challenger Joe Morrissey defeats the longtime council incumbent in the fifth ward while Herb Colton Jr. secures a seat in the seventh ward. Official votes will be certified next week.
- Title
- AP Projects Sen. Mark Warner's Re-Election in Virginia
- Runtime
- 16:31
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
- Description
- Sen. Mark Warner, a Democrat, has been projected by the Associated Press to win re-election to the U.S. Senate representing Virginia. Warner has served in the Senate since 2009.
- Title
- Virginia Congressman Rob Wittman Awaits Final Election Vote
- Runtime
- 1:43
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
- Description
- Virginia Congressman Rob Wittman shares his thoughts as votes are finalized in a close race. He discusses voter concerns including fuel and housing costs, and the efforts of his campaign team.
- Title
- Virginia voters decide on same-sex marriage amendment
- Runtime
- 0:57
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
- Description
- Virginia voters are deciding whether to remove the state's constitutional ban on same-sex marriage.
Contact us with your story: newstips@wtvr.com
Connect with us!
Station Site: http://WTVR.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBS6News
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbs6/
X: https://x.com/CBS6
Threads: https://www.threads.net/@cbs6
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cbs6_rva
- Title
- Tuesday Evening Weather Update with Zach
- Runtime
- 3:12
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
- Description
- Get the latest weather update for Tuesday evening with Zach from WTVR CBS 6 in Richmond, Virginia.
- Title
- VSU Students Demand Safety Changes After Second Campus Shooting
- Runtime
- 2:09
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
- Description
- Virginia State University students call for more campus security after a male student was shot in the leg Monday — the campus's second shooting this semester. The investigation is ongoing.
- Title
- 102-Year-Old Petersburg Voter Delivers Election Day Message About Voting
- Runtime
- 1:51
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
- Description
- A 102-year-old Petersburg resident shares her message about voting, saying 'get out and vote while they're young cuz I'm old and still doing it', highlighting strong local voter turnout in city council races.
- Title
- Varina earns Week 10 Team of the Week honor
- Runtime
- 1:24
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
- Description
- Varina earns Week 10 Team of the Week honor
- Title
- Virginia Election Day, Warm Weather and Richmond Pickle Festival
- Runtime
- 18:48
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
- Description
- This November 3rd noon WTVR CBS 6 covers Virginia and national Election Day developments, a warm forecast with rain ahead, and Richmond's November 6–8 pickle festival.
- Title
- Chesterfield Voters Head to The Polls on Election Day: 'Our Voice Does Matter'
- Runtime
- 1:57
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
- Description
- Chesterfield voters cast their ballots on Election Day with issues including a proposed 1% sales tax increase to help fund school projects and the economy; women's rights and the country's security and border were also mentioned as important issues.
- Title
- Richmond voters weigh economy, school funding and taxes on Election Day
- Runtime
- 2:33
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
- Description
- Richmond voters weigh economy, school funding and taxes on Election Day
- Title
- Warm Springlike Weather in Central Virginia Before Rain Arrives Late Week
- Runtime
- 2:58
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
- Description
- Central Virginia experiences warm and mostly sunny weather on Tuesday with highs in the mid 70s. Rain is expected to arrive late Thursday into early Friday, Seasonable temperatures in the low 60s are expected over the weekend.
- Title
- Virginia Election Day: First Congressional District Has Highest Early Voting Turnout in State
- Runtime
- 2:16
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
- Description
- Virginia's First Congressional District had the highest early voter turnout of any congressional district in the state heading into Election Day.
- Title
- Virginia voters decide on marriage equality, reproductive and voting rights
- Runtime
- 2:13
- Date posted
- 4 days ago
- Description
- Virginia voters consider Amendment 2, which would remove the ban on same-sex marriage. Victoria Cobb of The Family Foundation of Virginia says the amendment would lay the legal groundwork for transgender rights and is concerned it lacks religious protections.
- Title
- Virginia Voters Could Help Decide Which Party Controls The U.S. House
- Runtime
- 2:38
- Date posted
- 4 days ago
- Description
- Competitive congressional elections across Virginia could influence the balance of power in the U.S. House this midterm cycle.
- Title
- Virginia Votes: Key Election Day Races and What They Mean
- Runtime
- 2:20
- Date posted
- 4 days ago
- Description
- WTVR CBS 6 Chief Washington Correspondent Joe St. George reports from Washington, D.C., on what Virginia's Election Day results could mean for the Commonwealth and beyond
- Title
- Virginia Election Day Preview: Key Ballot Measures and Races
- Runtime
- 4:05
- Date posted
- 4 days ago
- Description
- Virginia voters head to the polls to decide on key races and three constitutional amendments addressing felon voting rights restoration, marriage, and reproductive rights.
- Title
- Tom's Morning Weather: Warmer Days Ahead in Richmond, VA
- Runtime
- 1:11
- Date posted
- 4 days ago
- Description
- Tom's Morning Weather: Warmer Days Ahead in Richmond, VA
- Title
- Top stories in Richmond, Virginia | Election Day, Chesterfield Shooting, Powhatan Crash
- Runtime
- 1:12
- Date posted
- 4 days ago
- Description
- Today in Virginia: voters head to the polls for Senate, House and constitutional amendment ballots, a Chesterfield boy is hospitalized after a shooting, and a fatal crash claims a 15-year-old girl in Powhatan County.
- Title
- Boy wounded in Chesterfield shooting Monday night, police say
- Runtime
- 0:19
- Date posted
- 4 days ago
- Description
- Chesterfield police are investigating a Monday night shooting that wounded a young boy, who remains in stable condition at a hospital.
- Title
- At least 1 injured in Virginia State University shooting, sources say
- Runtime
- 0:21
- Date posted
- 4 days ago
- Description
- At least one person was injured after a shooting on the Virginia State University campus. Multiple shots were fired on the Virginia State University campus, and one person was shot in the leg and went to the hospital. according to Virginia Statewide Incidents
- Title
- Monday Evening Weather Update with Zach
- Runtime
- 3:08
- Date posted
- 4 days ago
- Description
- Zach provides the Monday evening weather update for Richmond, Virginia, with warmer temperatures and a mix of clouds and sunshine expected tomorrow.
- Title
- Why did Richmond CPS screen out cocaine report?
- Runtime
- 1:51
- Date posted
- 4 days ago
- Description
- A month before a baby girl died from cocaine toxicity, court testimony revealed the newborn had cocaine in her urine and the hospital reported her substance exposure to Richmond Child Protective Services.
But according to testimony from Dr. Robin Foster, a child-abuse expert at VCU Health, the report was screened out.
The baby was subsequently released from the hospital to her parents.
One month later, the infant, identified as L.C. in court records, was found unresponsive inside a Henrico County motel room near Richmond International Airport.
The medical examiner determined the baby died from cocaine toxicity and ruled the manner of death a homicide.
The child’s parents, Derrick Carter and Ashton Leeper, have been charged with second-degree murder and child neglect. The charges are allegations, and the criminal cases remain pending.
CBS 6 has been investigating what happened to the one-month-old girl. Now,...
- Title
- What's inside? Colonial Heights buries time capsule at Violet Bank to open in 100 years.
- Runtime
- 2:18
- Date posted
- 4 days ago
- Description
- Colonial Heights has buried a time capsule at the historic Violet Bank, to be opened in 2126, as the city marks its 100th anniversary.
- Title
- A newborn tested positive for cocaine. Why did Richmond CPS screen out the report?
- Runtime
- 3:53
- Date posted
- 4 days ago
- Description
- A newborn tested positive for cocaine. Why did Richmond CPS screen out the report?
- Title
- 🌀TRACKING ISAIAS: Watch live radar to monitor major hurricane
- Runtime
- 0:25
- Date posted
- 4 days ago
- Description
- Hurricane Isaias became a Category 3 storm early Friday and forecasters say it is expected to be a Category 2 hurricane when it reaches the Gulf Coast.
The CBS 6 Weather Authority is tracking the impact the storm may have on Central Virginia.
Isaias is expected to weaken after making landfall and dissipate into the atmosphere, sending rain toward Central Virginia.
There is a potential for strong thunderstorms on Sunday. As of Friday morning, Virginia is at a Marginal Risk, or level one, for severe weather on Sunday.
http://wtvr.com/weather/updatedrichmondweather
- Title
- Virginia voters face sales and use tax hike vote for school funding
- Runtime
- 1:51
- Date posted
- 4 days ago
- Description
- Voters in 47 Virginia localities, including Richmond and Chesterfield, would decide on a 1% sales and use tax increase dedicated to funding new school construction and major repairs over 20 years.
- Title
- 🌀TRACKING ISAIAS: Watch live radar to monitor major hurricane
- Runtime
- 0:00
- Date posted
- 4 days ago
- Description
- Hurricane Isaias became a Category 3 storm early Friday and forecasters say it is expected to be a Category 2 hurricane when it reaches the Gulf Coast.
The CBS 6 Weather Authority is tracking the impact the storm may have on Central Virginia.
Isaias is expected to weaken after making landfall and dissipate into the atmosphere, sending rain toward Central Virginia.
There is a potential for strong thunderstorms on Sunday. As of Friday morning, Virginia is at a Marginal Risk, or level one, for severe weather on Sunday.
http://wtvr.com/weather/updatedrichmondweather
- Title
- Warm Weather and Rain Chances Return to Central Virginia This Week
- Runtime
- 3:01
- Date posted
- 5 days ago
- Description
- Central Virginia will see mostly cloudy skies with highs in the mid-60s today, warming up through the week with rain chances Thursday and Friday.
- Title
- Judge Denies Bond for Man Charged in VUU Shooting
- Runtime
- 0:45
- Date posted
- 5 days ago
- Description
- A judge denied bond for Avantae Brooks, who faces charges of shooting a man during Virginia Union University's homecoming weekend.
- Title
- WTVR Latest Headlines and Weather: Monday, Nov. 2, 2026
- Runtime
- 2:15
- Date posted
- 5 days ago
- Description
- Today’s top stories include a fatal incident at a Chesterfield County Halloween party where a man died after being hit by a car, a GRTC bus driver stabbed in Richmond with non-life-threatening injuries, and a lawsuit by Virginia and Washington DC arguing President Trump's planned arch near Arlington National Cemetery would cause irreparable harm. The weather will be cool and cloudy with a few sprinkles possible, warming up with sunshine on Tuesday and a rain chance Thursday.
- Title
- Pope Leo XIV Becomes First Pope To Vote In U.S. Election
- Runtime
- 0:18
- Date posted
- 5 days ago
- Description
- Pope Leo XIV has become the first pope to vote in a U.S. election, casting a mail-in ballot.
- Title
- 9 Dead After Learjet Crashes and Erupts Into Flames in Palm Beach County
- Runtime
- 1:04
- Date posted
- 5 days ago
- Description
- Nine people died after a Bahamas-bound Learjet crashed and then erupted in a fireball in Palm Beach County, Florida, Sunday afternoon, officials said. The crash is the second deadliest in the United States this year, according to NTSB records, following June’s skydiving plane crash in Butler, Missouri, which killed 12.
- Title
- Vehicle Crashes Into Hanover County Fire Station on Route 33
- Runtime
- 0:17
- Date posted
- 5 days ago
- Description
- Hanover County firefighters are assessing damage after a vehicle crashed into Fire Station 8 along Route 33 Sunday morning. All vehicle occupants were taken to a hospital, and officials continue to evaluate the station's condition.
- Title
- Michigan Democrat Haley Stevens shocks party with late endorsement of Mike Rogers
- Runtime
- 2:37
- Date posted
- 5 days ago
- Description
- Michigan Democrat Abdul El-Sayed’s former opponent in the U.S. Senate primary, Haley Stevens, stunned party officials Sunday by endorsing Republican Mike Rogers after Democratic tensions boiled over days before the election that could determine the balance of power on Capitol Hill.
- Title
- Virginia SNAP benefits no longer cover soda and certain energy drinks
- Runtime
- 0:56
- Date posted
- 5 days ago
- Description
- Virginia is now testing whether excluding soda, diet soda, zero sugar soda, and certain energy drinks from EBT purchases supports healthier outcomes for SNAP recipients, starting November 1.
- Title
- Top stories in Richmond, Virginia on Nov. 2, 2026 | Fatal Crash, Bus Driver Stabbing, Arch Lawsuit
- Runtime
- 1:20
- Date posted
- 5 days ago
- Description
- On Nov. 2, 2026, a Halloween party crash in Chesterfield County leaves one dead and a child injured. A GRTC bus driver was stabbed in Richmond and hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries. Virginia and Washington DC filed a lawsuit to block the construction of President Trump's planned arch near Arlington National Cemetery.
- Title
- 1-year-old dies after being struck by heavy machinery in King William County, deputies say
- Runtime
- 0:19
- Date posted
- 5 days ago
- Description
- A 1-year-old child has died after being hit by heavy machinery in rural King William County, Virginia, deputies reported Sunday.
