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Richmond removing Confederate statues, Mississippi retires state flag By AFP Washington - A campaign in the United States to remove symbols of the pro-slavery Civil War South gained momentum on Wednesday as workers began taking down statues in the Virginia city that was the Confederate capital and Mississippi retired the state flag.

Richmond bracing for repeat of Charlottesville at gun rally By Karen Graham Richmond - State officials and U.S. hate-monitoring groups are warning about the potential for violence ahead of a gun-rights rally in Virginia that’s expected to draw a mix of militias, firearms advocates and white supremacists to Richmond.

Op-Ed: Metalsmith eager to share her vision at Craneway Crafts Fair Special By Jonathan Farrell Richmond - As the opening day of The Craneway Crafts Fair is approaching fast, metalsmith and artist Aimee Golant is utilizing her talents to promote 'Art for Prayer and Peace: A Bridge to Oneness.'

Craneway Crafts Fair is now namesake of KPFA holiday fundraiser Special By Jonathan Farrell Richmond - Salvaging hardy materials from the discarded or overlooked is not new. Yet recreating and re-imagining a building to house a new purpose is a trend these days.

Bay Area man convicted of assault over reclining airline seat By Nathan Salant Los Angeles - A San Francisco Bay Area man was convicted Wednesday of assaulting an airline passenger aboard a delayed flight from Los Angeles after he became enraged when the victim reclined the back of her seat.

Op-Ed: Listener supported KPFA will have its annual holiday crafts fair Special By Jonathan Farrell Berkeley - In a media landscape that is held by only a few conglomerates, it is reassuring to know that there are still some independent local media outlets out there. Among them is KPFA radio at 94.1 FM.

RCMP reports of perilous trap found at high-school in Richmond By Milad Doroudian Richmond - A dangerous trap constructed out of nails was found yesterday at the Steveston-London Secondary school, which had the authorities and staff on alert.

Crack a cold one — Beer cans are 80 years old this week By Karen Graham For many beer lovers, nothing is more enjoyable on a hot summer's day than reaching into an ice-filled cooler and pulling out a cold one. The "crack" as the can is opened, along with the first icy sip of beer is most satisfying.

California refinery city sends industry-backed candidates packing By Nathan Salant Richmond - Voters in the Northern California city of Richmond rejected four refinery-backed candidates in Tuesday's city council election despite $3 million in Chevron-funded campaign advertising.

Virginia patient does not have Ebola By Karen Graham Richmond - A woman being evaluated at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) Medical Center in Richmond, Va. has tested negative for the disease say state health officials on Tuesday.

Raven blamed for vicious attacks on cars By Kesavan Unnikrishnan Police in Richmond, Maine say a raven confused by its own reflection has attacked at least three cars, causing hundreds of dollars in damage.

A Gwar-themed restaurant may be coming to Richmond, VA By Owen Weldon The legendary metal band, Gwar, is in the process of raising money because they aim to open a Gwar-themed restaurant in Virginia.

8-year-old Killed While Defending His Sister from a Rapist By W.V. Fitzgerald Richmond - 8-year-old Martin Cobb and his 12-year-old sister were playing when she was attacked. Martin was killed while attempting to defend his big sister.

International Buddhist Temple, Richmond, BC Special By Joseph Boltrukiewicz Richmond - International Buddhist Temple in Richmond, BC, is a piece of an Oriental world in the area of Greater Vancouver. It's a world of its own with colours, music, scent of incense and atmosphere of something different within an easy reach for everybody.

'A girl in the picture' shares her life story of survival Special By Joseph Boltrukiewicz Richmond - Phan Thị Kim Phúc, known as "the girl in the picture", international peace symbol and global peace ambassador, came to Richmond's The Way Community Church to share her personal stories of survival from atrocities of Vietnam War.

Photo Essay: Steveston Fish Market Special By Joseph Boltrukiewicz Richmond - Steveston Fish Market (and its part called Fisherman's Wharf) is a small shopping area to buy and sell fresh caught fish (not processed in any way) in Steveston Village in Richmond, BC.

Gary Johnson visits students on nationwide college tour Special By Emma Burge Libertarian Presidential Candidate Gary Johnson has his work cut out for him if he wants to make out with a decent percentage come election day.That's why he is doing all he can to appeal to young voters nationwide.

Op-Ed: Who killed Jessie Gilbert? By Alexander Baron London - On July 26, 2006, 19 year old Jessie Gilbert fell from the 8th floor window of her hotel room in the Czech Republic. Five years ago today, her father was acquitted of repeatedly raping her.

Search for missing British student Jonny Dorey in Richmond, VA By Gemma Fox Richmond - A massive search is under way in the US east coast state of Virginia for a British student who has been missing for 12 days.

U.S. Marshals arrest Georgia fugitive in Chesterfield, Virginia By W.V. Fitzgerald Richmond - The U.S. Marshals Service fugitive task force arrested a Chesterfield man wanted in connection with the shooting of a woman and her daughter in Georgia.

On the ground celebrating Olympic festivities in Richmond, BC Special By Joseph Boltrukiewicz Richmond - At the end of a sunny but cold day, the Olympic torch came to Richmond, British Columbia, beginning its way in New Westminster and traveling in Delta before ending up at Minoru Park in Richmond.

Strip club owner charged with threatening police in Richmond, VA By W.V. Fitzgerald Richmond - After the Virginia Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) board revoked the alcohol license at Club Velvet, the controversial owner, Sam Moore, now faces a new charge of threatening a police officer.

Richmond Officials Criticized Over Snowstorm Response Special By W.V. Fitzgerald Richmond - Richmond City officials are facing criticism for a slow response to the snowstorm. For many in Richmond, Virginia, the response to the recent snowstorm is slow and in some neighborhoods seems nonexistent

Snow Storm Slams Central Virginia Special By W.V. Fitzgerald The second major snow storm of the season hit Virginia yesterday causing accidents and stranding travelers. The snow is expected to stick around for several days.

NCAAF: USC 's Aaron Corp will Transfer By Kristofor Molson University of Southern California Trojans' back up quarterback Aaron Corp will transfer to Richmond after losing the starting job last season.

Op-Ed: Rape at Richmond High School, so where are the protesters? By Oscar Brooks A 15 year old girl was raped Saturday night on the campus of Richmond High School. A senseless rape after a homecoming dance has put Richmond, California on the map. But where are the protesters? Where is the public outcry?

Five suspects arrested in connection with gang rape of teen girl By Kay Mathews Richmond Police Lt. Gagan describes the suspects as "monsters." The D.A.'s office is seeking life sentences for those who have been arrested and charged with rape in concert [gang rape]. The victim, a 15-year-old girl, remains hospitalized.

45 Richmond, Va. Area Jobs to be Lost To Mexico By W.V. Fitzgerald St. Louis-based Belden will close its Richmond area plant in Midlothian laying off 45 people. They have announced plans to transfer operations to their Mexico plant.

Richmond officer shot to death after funeral By Bob Norman The Officer was killed after attending the funeral of two children who had died in a car accident.

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