Across the county
Community Cup Soccer Tournament Returns to Chesterfield
The Community Cup, a free regional soccer tournament featuring food trucks, live entertainment, and first responder engagement, returns to River City Sportsplex on October 3, 2026.
Chesterfield keeps 88 Flock cameras under 2029 contract
Chesterfield County operates 88 Flock Safety license plate cameras through a 2029 contract, generating crime-solving results but sparking privacy concerns among residents and advocates.
Chesterfield County Fair launches heat-relief measures for visitors
The Chesterfield County Fair is implementing steps to help attendees cope with hot weather during the event.
Brush Fire in Matoaca Area Flares Up, Creates Smoke
A brush fire that ignited on Church Road in Chesterfield County's Matoaca area over the weekend flared up again Tuesday, continuing to generate smoke in the region as crews work to contain it.
Second CareNow Urgent Care Location Opens in Chesterfield
CareNow has opened a second urgent care location in Chesterfield County, expanding HCA Virginia's footprint in the region.
Schultz, Former Fairfax School Board Member, Runs in Chesterfield
Elizabeth Schultz, a former Fairfax County School Board member, is running for the Chesterfield County School Board Clover Hill District seat in a special election expected this November.
Police Service Aide Program Opens Law Enforcement Career Path
Chesterfield's Police Service Aide program, launched in 2020 as the first of its kind in Virginia, has produced 40 sworn officers and hired over 137 aides total, offering a structured pathway for young residents to gain law enforcement experience before becoming eligible for full police officer status.
Judge Allows Chesterfield Police to Continue ICE Partnerships Amid Legal Challenge
A federal judge has blocked Virginia's law that would have restricted Chesterfield police and other local agencies from cooperating with Immigration and Customs Enforcement, allowing existing partnerships to continue while the legal challenge proceeds.
Former Chesterfield Teacher Sentenced to 400+ Years for Child Sex Abuse
A former Chesterfield teacher was sentenced to more than 400 years in prison after being convicted of child sex abuse charges.
Chesterfield launches September suicide prevention campaign
Chesterfield County launches a "Talk, Listen, Call 988" suicide prevention campaign during National Suicide Prevention Month in September, emphasizing open conversation and access to crisis support.