Chesapeake VA

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (WAVY) – A Virginia Beach police officer was involved in a vehicle crash Monday afternoon. Police confirmed the officer was responding to an emergency call when his patrol car was struck. The crash happened just before 1 p.m. on March 30, in the 2000 block of Lynnhaven Pkwy. Both the officer and […]

Visitors at Paradise Creek Nature Park in Portsmouth will have to wait until fall 2026 to complete the full loop trail as the city works to replace a closed wetland footbridge.

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — Virginia Beach police said Tuesday they arrested someone during the “No Kings” rally held Saturday at Town Center. According to the Virginia Beach Police Department, officers arrested Jessica Brooke Pinsky, 40, of Virginia Beach, in connection with the event. Police said Pinsky was...

HAMPTON, Va. — Authorities are continuing to investigate a tragic crash on I-64 in Hampton that left a one-year-old child dead and a 14-year-old girl facing serious charges. According to the Virginia State Police, the crash happened on March 23 near the 261-mile marker on Interstate 64 East. Investigators said the...

A sweet staple of the Virginia Beach community has served its final batch of pastries. Plaza Bakery, an establishment that has been operating for more than six decades, officially closed its doors.

CHESAPEAKE, Va. (WAVY)– An accidental fire has burned down a shed in the Portlock section of Chesapeake Tuesday morning. According to officials, firefighters were called to the 4000 block of Everett Street just after 11 a.m. for the report of a residential structure fire. Crews arrived on scene within three minutes...

Raising Cane’s is entering April with expansion on its mind, as the Louisiana-based chicken chain prepares to open two new locations and reopen four renovated restaurants. The company confirmed the openings and reopenings to USA TODAY on March 30, the same month it opened its 1,000th restaurant. In a statement,...

A breakfast sandwich at Doc Taylor’s Restaurant in Virginia Beach has achieved cult status among locals and visitors alike. This cozy spot serves up a morning creation so impressive that people happily queue up for the chance to wrap their hands around it. Breakfast sandwiches are everywhere these days,...

HAMPTON, Va. (WAVY)– Police are seeking the assistance of the public in locating a robbery suspect. Aaron Russell,34, is wanted in the city of Hampton. He is described as a black male with black hair and brown eyes. He is 6’3 and weighs 220 pounds. Police did not...

Starting May 1, 2026, new toll rates will take effect on the Chesapeake Expressway. Drivers can save money by joining the Chesapeake Expressway Discount Program. For 2-axle vehicles, the peak weekend discounted toll will be $2.50 instead of the regular $10.00. For 3 or more axles, the discounted rate will be $3.75...