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Vehicle crashes cause major delays at I-664 on the MMMBT, says VDOT

SUFFOLK, Va. — Multiple crashes are causing significant traffic delays at the Monitor-Merrimac Memorial Bridge-Tunnel during the Monday morning commute. According to the Virginia Department of Transportation, all northbound lanes of Interstate 664 at the Monitor-Merrimac Memorial Bridge-Tunnel in Suffolk are closed due to a multi-vehicle crash. Traffic backups...
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🎁 Freebies Up for Grabs in Chesapeake — Furniture, Tools & More

Looking for something useful without spending a dime? Chesapeake neighbors are giving away all kinds of free items this week — from furniture and appliances to home improvement materials and more.
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PFRES: Unattended cooking sparks kitchen blaze

PORTSMOUTH, Va. (WAVY) — A kitchen fire occurred Sunday afternoon in the 3400 block of Channel Avenue in Portsmouth, according to officials. Shortly after 2 p.m., Portsmouth Fire, Rescue and Emergency Services (PFRES) were dispatched to a reported blaze. Upon arrival, firefighters confirmed a working fire outside of a one-story home. Occupants were already outside. […]
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Norfolk Fire-Rescue investigates house fire linked to children playing with fireworks

NORFOLK, Va. — Norfolk Fire-Rescue is investigating after a house fire may have been started by children playing with fireworks, according to firefighters. The fire at the rental house in the 2000 block of Atwater Circle was reported just before 8:45 p.m. Sunday. One woman and one dog live in the house.
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1 injured after large teen fight breaks out on Lynnhaven Parkway

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — Virginia Beach police are investigating after a large fight involving teenagers broke out Saturday night in the 2000 block of Lynnhaven Parkway. According to the Virginia Beach Police Department, an officer was on scene in the area around 9:37 p.m. when a large group of teens began fighting.
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Local musician and protégé of Marvin Gaye uses music to combat gun violence in...

NORFOLK, Va. (WAVY) — In the heart of downtown Norfolk, local children are finding a new rhythm and a safe haven through music, guided by a Hampton Roads native with deep ties to music history and a personal mission to end gun violence. Dr. Sesil Jenkins, who describes himself as a protégé of legendary Marvin […]
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Conference at Norfolk State University tackles Black maternal health crisis

Held as part of the national awareness week from April 11 to 17, the conference brought together doctors, nurses, social workers and midwife advocates to address inequities in maternal health care and outcomes.
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Portsmouth couple receives support from community members to help homeless population

PORTSMOUTH, Va. (WAVY) – A couple in Portsmouth says they noticed a need in their community when the city purchased a building where many unhoused individuals were staying nearby. That’s when they decided to take matters into their own hands to help those in need. For a few weekends now, Sheri Martin and her husband […]
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Fire displaces 2 in rural Suffolk; no injuries reported

SUFFOLK, Va. — Two people were displaced after a house fire in rural Suffolk on Sunday afternoon. The fire in the 6900 block of Old South Quay Road was reported at 3:30 p.m., according to Suffolk Department of Fire & Rescue. Firefighters arrived six minutes later to find heavy fire showing from the home. All occupants were already out of the home when firefighters arrived...
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Fire displaces 6 adults, multiple pets from Portsmouth home; no injuries reported

PORTSMOUTH, Va. — Six adults and multiple animals have been displaced from a home in Portsmouth after a Sunday afternoon fire. The fire in the 3400 block of Channel Avenue was reported just after 2 p.m. The house is off West Norfolk Road near Route 164. First responders found...

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