MyHappenings – Things To Do In Hampton Roads
Hey MyTVZ family! Looking for something fun, different, and a little vibey this week? Here are 3 events happening around Hampton Roads you don’t want to miss:. If you’re trying to switch up your routine and meet new people, this is your sign! Grab a coffee, latte, or matcha while connecting with others at different local cafes. It’s giving chill, social, and a perfect...
To Our Readers On The Passing Of NJG Columnist Sean C. Bowers
The New Journal and Guide Family lost one of its foremost and most ardent advocates for justice and democracy with the sudden passing on April 23, 2026 of Local Voices Columnist Sean C. Bowers. For more than three decades, Sean lent great value to keeping relevant our mission as one where “evil could not thrive unopposed”. Through his weekly columns, he raised issues and...
Tidewater Drive closed due to water main break in Norfolk
NORFOLK, Va. (WAVY) — A water main break has led to significant traffic disruptions in the 7400 block of Tidewater Drive between Biltmore Road and Stanley Street/ Central Business Park Drive in Norfolk. According to officials, the area is closed until further notice. Police are on scene assisting with traffic. The Department of Utilities’ crews […]
This Virginia burger spot attracts visitors from across the state
Tucked along Jefferson Avenue in Newport News, Virginia, Gus’s Hot Dog King has been drawing hungry crowds since 1972. What started as a simple hot dog stand has grown into a full-on local legend, famous not just for its dogs but also for its surprisingly incredible burgers. People travel...
This Hidden Creekside Restaurant In Virginia Is A Gem Worth Seeking Out
A hidden creekside restaurant that actually lives up to the hype? Yes, please. The second a spot has water views, big comfort-food energy, and the kind of charm that makes you want to order two extra things just because, I am paying attention. You are not showing up for a...
NPD: Man arrested following fatal shooting on Walker Ave
NORFOLK, Va. (WAVY)– A Virginia Beach man has been arrested following a fatal shooting in Norfolk Tuesday afternoon. Montrail D. Washington, 28, has been arrested following the shooting that claimed the life of 34-year-old Tony Roundtree. Officers were called to that shooting, in the 500 block of Walker Avenue, just after 1 p.m. When officers arrived, they […]
Suffolk notifies residents about potential data breach
SUFFOLK, Va. — Suffolk officials are notifying residents about a potential data breach of the city's network. It happened on February 25, 2026, when the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) notified the city of a malicious hacker who may have infiltrated the system. Cybersecurity experts immediately investigated the...
Samaritan House gives shelter, key resources to domestic violence survivors
Samaritan House also supplies critical items that survivors often leave behind when fleeing their homes. Community members donate items to stock a clothing boutique for those in need.
Ex-assistant principal Ebony Parker appears in court for ongoing criminal case
Dr. Ebony Parker, the former assistant principal at Richneck Elementary School who was found grossly negligent in a lawsuit filed by a teacher shot by a student, appeared in court Friday.
Woman to serve 2 years in prison in son’s 2025 drowning
NORFOLK, Va. (WAVY) — Tiffany Lynn Smith walked out of the Norfolk Courthouse Friday after being sentenced to serve two years in prison in the death of her 2-year-old son, who drowned in her pool last year. She told police that she fell asleep in the bedroom next to the back door of the house […]
