Several public-interest groups hold a Richmond press conference to warn about the potential hazards posed to children on playgrounds. One playground safety tip: Make sure children are closely supervised by someone you trust. Like a priest.
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A bear causes a little commotion when it shows up near the Carillon, but things calm down thanks to an animal-control officer's tranquilizer gun. Parents quickly place orders for their own now that school is out.
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