Chris Jenkins
@chrisjenkinsrva.bsky.social
He/Him
Virginia native, elder millennial
Dad of two humans and a herd of animals.
Husband of an Erin.
Average photojournalist amongst giants with CBS6 WTVR in Richmond, Virginia.
Virginia native, elder millennial
Dad of two humans and a herd of animals.
Husband of an Erin.
Average photojournalist amongst giants with CBS6 WTVR in Richmond, Virginia.
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"Saturday Night Live" took notice of the now-viral raccoon who went into the ABC Store in Ashland, featuring the critter during the "Weekend Update" segment.
From a Virginia ABC Store to late-night comedy: 'Saturday Night Live' spoofs drunk raccoon
"Saturday Night Live" took notice of the now-viral raccoon who went into the ABC Store in Ashland, featuring the critter during the "Weekend Update" segment.
www.wtvr.com
December 8, 2025 at 3:25 PM
"Saturday Night Live" took notice of the now-viral raccoon who went into the ABC Store in Ashland, featuring the critter during the "Weekend Update" segment.
I don’t think it would be that big a deal to tug on Superman’s cape.
December 8, 2025 at 3:36 AM
I don’t think it would be that big a deal to tug on Superman’s cape.
That’s awesome!
James Madison's football team has secured a spot in the College Football Playoff, earning the No. 12 seed.
James Madison earns No. 12 seed in College Football Playoff as Sun Belt champions
James Madison's football team has secured a spot in the College Football Playoff, earning the No. 12 seed.
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December 8, 2025 at 12:52 AM
That’s awesome!
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Viola Ford Fletcher, one of the last survivors of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre in Oklahoma, has died. She was 111.
One of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre's last survivors, Viola Ford Fletcher, dies at age 111
Viola Ford Fletcher, one of the last survivors of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre in Oklahoma, has died. She was 111.
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November 24, 2025 at 11:42 PM
Viola Ford Fletcher, one of the last survivors of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre in Oklahoma, has died. She was 111.
If someone posted comments publicly, similar to those the current president posted about sedition and “punishable by death,” but referring to the current president rather then members of congress, would the Secret Service investigate?
November 21, 2025 at 1:09 PM
If someone posted comments publicly, similar to those the current president posted about sedition and “punishable by death,” but referring to the current president rather then members of congress, would the Secret Service investigate?
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The White House defended remarks by President Trump Thursday, after he suggested that Democratic lawmakers should be punished by death for a message urging the military to refuse unlawful orders.
White House says Trump wasn’t calling for executions after condemning Democrats’ military video
The White House defended remarks by President Trump Thursday, after he suggested that Democratic lawmakers should be punished by death for a message urging the military to refuse unlawful orders.
www.scrippsnews.com
November 20, 2025 at 10:36 PM
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A federal court on Tuesday blocked Texas from using its newly drawn 2025 congressional map, ruling that state lawmakers likely engaged in unconstitutional racial gerrymandering.
Federal court halts Texas’ new House map, orders return to 2021 districts
A federal court on Tuesday blocked Texas from using its newly drawn 2025 congressional map, ruling that state lawmakers likely engaged in unconstitutional racial gerrymandering.
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November 18, 2025 at 6:27 PM
A federal court on Tuesday blocked Texas from using its newly drawn 2025 congressional map, ruling that state lawmakers likely engaged in unconstitutional racial gerrymandering.
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A group of 17 transgender members of the Air Force is suing the U.S. government over what they say is the military's unlawful revocation of their early retirement pensions and benefits.
Transgender members of the Air Force sue over losing retirement pay
A group of 17 transgender members of the Air Force is suing the U.S. government over what they say is the military's unlawful revocation of their early retirement pensions and benefits.
www.scrippsnews.com
November 13, 2025 at 3:17 PM
A group of 17 transgender members of the Air Force is suing the U.S. government over what they say is the military's unlawful revocation of their early retirement pensions and benefits.
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The Supreme Court on Monday rejected a call to overturn its landmark decision that legalized same-sex marriage nationwide.
Supreme Court rejects call to overturn its decision legalizing same-sex marriage
The Supreme Court on Monday rejected a call to overturn its landmark decision that legalized same-sex marriage nationwide.
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November 10, 2025 at 2:53 PM
The Supreme Court on Monday rejected a call to overturn its landmark decision that legalized same-sex marriage nationwide.
I’m aware this is yelling into the abyss, but “Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story” has got to be one of the funniest movies of this century and one of the most under appreciated. I want every young person to watch “Walk The Line” then “Walk Hard.” So God damn good.
a man in a white shirt and black tie says i kinda like it
ALT: a man in a white shirt and black tie says i kinda like it
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November 9, 2025 at 12:24 PM
I’m aware this is yelling into the abyss, but “Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story” has got to be one of the funniest movies of this century and one of the most under appreciated. I want every young person to watch “Walk The Line” then “Walk Hard.” So God damn good.
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Officials announced Wednesday the FAA will reduce air traffic by 10% across 40 “high-volume” markets beginning Friday morning to maintain safety during the ongoing government shutdown.
FAA reducing air traffic by 10% across 40 'high-volume' markets during government shutdown
Officials announced Wednesday the FAA will reduce air traffic by 10% across 40 “high-volume” markets beginning Friday morning to maintain safety during the ongoing government shutdown.
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November 5, 2025 at 10:03 PM
Officials announced Wednesday the FAA will reduce air traffic by 10% across 40 “high-volume” markets beginning Friday morning to maintain safety during the ongoing government shutdown.
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RACE CALLED: State Sen. Ghazala Hashmi wins the race for Virginia lieutenant governor, AP projects.
Find the latest on the Virginia lieutenant governor's race: https://www.wtvr.com/news/local-news/virginia-lieutenant-governor-race-nov-4-2025
Find the latest on the Virginia lieutenant governor's race: https://www.wtvr.com/news/local-news/virginia-lieutenant-governor-race-nov-4-2025
November 5, 2025 at 1:29 AM
RACE CALLED: State Sen. Ghazala Hashmi wins the race for Virginia lieutenant governor, AP projects.
Find the latest on the Virginia lieutenant governor's race: https://www.wtvr.com/news/local-news/virginia-lieutenant-governor-race-nov-4-2025
Find the latest on the Virginia lieutenant governor's race: https://www.wtvr.com/news/local-news/virginia-lieutenant-governor-race-nov-4-2025
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RESULTS ARE IN: Former Congresswoman Abigail Spanberger (D) wins the race for Virginia governor, AP projects.
Find the latest Virginia election results: https://www.wtvr.com/election-results
Find the latest Virginia election results: https://www.wtvr.com/election-results
November 5, 2025 at 1:02 AM
RESULTS ARE IN: Former Congresswoman Abigail Spanberger (D) wins the race for Virginia governor, AP projects.
Find the latest Virginia election results: https://www.wtvr.com/election-results
Find the latest Virginia election results: https://www.wtvr.com/election-results
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Former Democratic Rep. Abigail Spanberger is projected to win the Virginia gubernatorial election; will be the state's first female governor after defeating Republican Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears.
Abigail Spanberger projected to win Virginia gubernatorial race, will be state's first female governor
Former Democratic Rep. Abigail Spanberger is projected to win the Virginia gubernatorial election; will be the state's first female governor after defeating Republican Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears.
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November 5, 2025 at 1:14 AM
Former Democratic Rep. Abigail Spanberger is projected to win the Virginia gubernatorial election; will be the state's first female governor after defeating Republican Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears.
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Flight operations at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport are temporarily halted due to an apparent security issue.
Flights halted at Reagan National amid apparent security issue
Flight operations at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport are temporarily halted due to an apparent security issue.
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November 4, 2025 at 6:16 PM
Flight operations at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport are temporarily halted due to an apparent security issue.
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Former Vice President Dick Cheney, who served from 2001-09, died on Monday at age 84, according to a family statement sent to multiple outlets.
Former Vice President Dick Cheney died at age 84, family says
Former Vice President Dick Cheney, who served from 2001-09, died on Monday at age 84, according to a family statement sent to multiple outlets.
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November 4, 2025 at 11:44 AM
Former Vice President Dick Cheney, who served from 2001-09, died on Monday at age 84, according to a family statement sent to multiple outlets.
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No matter which gubernatorial candidate wins Tuesday's election, history will be made as Virginia elects its first female governor.
Virginia to elect first female governor in state's 400-year history Tuesday
Virginia voters will make history Tuesday when they choose between two women vying to become the state's first female governor in its 400-year history.
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November 4, 2025 at 12:30 AM
No matter which gubernatorial candidate wins Tuesday's election, history will be made as Virginia elects its first female governor.
How bout them Bears! Wow. 🐻 🏈
November 2, 2025 at 9:39 PM
How bout them Bears! Wow. 🐻 🏈
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November is National Adoption Month and CBS 6 has again partnered with JFS Connecting Hearts and Virginia Kids Belong to help find every child in the Virginia foster system a loving family.
A Hand to Hold: Meet some of the children still looking for their forever family
November is National Adoption Month and CBS 6 has again partnered with JFS Connecting Hearts and Virginia Kids Belong to help find every child in the Virginia foster system a loving family.
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November 1, 2025 at 5:32 PM
November is National Adoption Month and CBS 6 has again partnered with JFS Connecting Hearts and Virginia Kids Belong to help find every child in the Virginia foster system a loving family.
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A judge ruled that the Trump administration cannot suspend Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits during the government shutdown, finding the move would likely violate federal law.
Judge says Trump administration can’t suspend SNAP benefits during shutdown
A judge ruled that the Trump administration cannot suspend Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits during the government shutdown, finding the move would likely violate federal law.
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October 31, 2025 at 6:08 PM
A judge ruled that the Trump administration cannot suspend Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits during the government shutdown, finding the move would likely violate federal law.
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The Virginia Senate approved a constitutional amendment on Friday that would allow the redrawing of the state's 11 congressional districts ahead of next year's midterm elections.
Virginia special session latest: Senate approves constitutional amendment to redraw congressional districts
The Virginia Senate approved a constitutional amendment on Friday that would allow the redrawing of the state's 11 congressional districts ahead of next year's midterm elections.
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October 31, 2025 at 4:28 PM
The Virginia Senate approved a constitutional amendment on Friday that would allow the redrawing of the state's 11 congressional districts ahead of next year's midterm elections.
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On this very special Halloween edition of Curious Commonwealth, @seanmcgoey.com asks: "I keep seeing houses in my neighborhood decked out with decorations every bit as insane for Halloween. Has Richmond always been like this?"
VPM News found the answer to be… no!
Read (and listen) if you dare 👻
VPM News found the answer to be… no!
Read (and listen) if you dare 👻
Curious Commonwealth asks: Has Richmond always been a Halloween town?
And is the answer a trick — or a treat?
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October 31, 2025 at 1:28 PM
On this very special Halloween edition of Curious Commonwealth, @seanmcgoey.com asks: "I keep seeing houses in my neighborhood decked out with decorations every bit as insane for Halloween. Has Richmond always been like this?"
VPM News found the answer to be… no!
Read (and listen) if you dare 👻
VPM News found the answer to be… no!
Read (and listen) if you dare 👻
“Bring Her Back”
Disturbing as hell. Not a “fun” scary movie. Very well done though. Oof. Gonna have to watch something funny before bed now. Oof.
Disturbing as hell. Not a “fun” scary movie. Very well done though. Oof. Gonna have to watch something funny before bed now. Oof.
October 30, 2025 at 3:44 AM
“Bring Her Back”
Disturbing as hell. Not a “fun” scary movie. Very well done though. Oof. Gonna have to watch something funny before bed now. Oof.
Disturbing as hell. Not a “fun” scary movie. Very well done though. Oof. Gonna have to watch something funny before bed now. Oof.