Jackson Ward is one of many Black neighborhoods across the U.S. that were demolished to make way for highway construction.
Why it matters: Richmond’s recent efforts to address the damage caused by the destruction — which displaced nearly 7,000 residents, many of whom had lived there for generations — have reignited conversations about reparations for these displaced families, as reported by WHRO.
Current status: A key element of this discussion revolves around a $1.3 million grant awarded to Richmond last year by the Department of Transportation. The grant is part of a larger $1 billion initiative aimed at “reconnecting” communities that were split by highways.
