Across the county
Toxic Wastewater Leaks From Bankrupt Chesterfield Landfill
A bankrupt Chesterfield landfill is generating 65,000 gallons of toxic leachate daily, with state officials estimating a $173 million cleanup effort as the investigation continues into contamination flowing toward Swift Creek and the James River.
Midlothian cosplay designer heads to Comic-Con
Midlothian cosplay designer Lauren Wilkinson will showcase a DC-inspired design at San Diego Comic-Con 2026 in the Her Universe Fashion Show.
Lifelong Sports Passion Shapes Chesterfield Events Leader
Matt Mullen, Chesterfield County's assistant director for sports and events, draws on his lifelong sports passion and six years of experience in sports tourism to shape the county's athletic programs and attract major events.
Chesterfield's 2022 Bond Projects Now Taking Shape
Four years after voters approved Chesterfield's $540 million bond referendum, schools, public safety facilities, libraries, and parks across the county are now under construction or completed, with over $320 million already spent.
Chesterfield native visits every country, calls hometown home
Chesterfield County native Mike Browder has traveled to every country in the world and all 50 U.S. states, yet says his hometown remains his favorite place.
Chesterfield Homeowners Seek Solutions to Property Flooding
A Chesterfield County family is seeking relief after years of property flooding following heavy rain, with county and state agencies proposing a collaborative review.
What Chesterfield Homeowners Need to Know After Lightning Strikes
After multiple lightning-caused fires in July 2026, Chesterfield fire officials urge homeowners to call 911 immediately if struck and hire an electrician to inspect for hidden damage.
Subdivision Rezoning, Sawmill Station Bonds Head to Chesterfield Votes
Chesterfield County is advancing a residential subdivision rezoning, bond financing for the 860-home Sawmill Station development, and a school sales-tax referendum toward votes this week.
Meet Myra, Chesterfield's Narcotics Detection K9
Myra is a narcotics detection K9 officer with the Chesterfield County Sheriff's Office bringing specialized experience to the county's drug interdiction efforts.
Detached truck tire triggers crashes on I-95
A detached truck tire sparked a chain-reaction accident on Interstate 95 in Chesterfield County on Monday morning, triggering four separate crashes and injuring one person.