Citizens rally against possible DHS facility lease in Suffolk
SUFFOLK, Va. — A room filled with concerned citizens gathered to rally against a potential move by the Department of Homeland Security in Suffolk. “Our Hispanic brothers and sisters, and the immigrant community, are truly in a vulnerable state of being,” said rally organizer Brandon Randleman. Organizers say...
PPD: 2 charged after seizure of drugs, weapons
PORTSMOUTH, Va. (WAVY) — Portsmouth Police are crediting the use of surveillance footage in the arrests of two men who now face drug and firearm charges. Bejayzeun Petty, 22, and Alijah Harrison, 22, who were arrested Monday, have been charged with firearm and narcotic violations, as well as possession with intent to distribute marijuana after […]
Navy commissions warship named after Virginia Medal of Honor hero
The U.S. Navy commissioned the USS Harvey C. Barnum Jr., a new guided-missile destroyer honoring a Medal of Honor recipient from Virginia.
Power outage planned for High Street area in Portsmouth on April 29
Dominion Energy will be conducting overnight maintenance in Portsmouth, VA on April 29 from 1 a.m. to 4 a.m. which may affect traffic signals in the area and residents along High Street and nearby areas.
State officials warn heat stroke can lead to permanent brain damage
The Virginia Department of Health has already reported a surge in heat-related illnesses. It’s important to know the warning signs, because too much heat can cause permanent mental damage.
VB’s all-age Oceanfront curfew halted after judge grants restraining order
The all-age curfew at the Oceanfront has been halted after a judge granted a restraining order against the measure on Thursday, according to News 3 reporter John Hood.
Chesapeake firefighters respond to two-vehicle fire at Lowe’s on Portsmouth Boulevard
CHESAPEAKE, Va. — Chesapeake firefighters are responding to a report of two vehicles on fire at a Lowe’s store on Thursday afternoon. Crews are currently on scene at the Portsmouth Boulevard location after reports of the fire. No additional details, including the cause of the fire or possible...
At Capacity and Waiting: Duchess Needs You
Furry Friday brought to you by PetSuites Chesapeake and Lucky One Lemonade. This week’s Furry Friday spotlight at Norfolk Animal Care Center is a sweet, snuggly girl who’s more than ready for her next chapter—meet Duchess. Duchess is just a year old and already one of the...
101-year-old Franklin man gets free car repair: ‘This is going to last me the...
NORFOLK, Va. (WAVY) — In the grand scheme of things, heartwarming stories don’t usually happen at auto repair shops. But this one begins at Gary’s Transmissions in Norfolk. “One of our friends, he lives in Franklin, he brought the man up here to get his transmission done,” said Gary Leach of Gary’s Transmissions. “Well, I […]
NPD: Shooting investigation underway on Norview Ave
NORFOLK, Va. (WAVY)– Police in Norfolk are investigating a shooting Thursday morning. According to police, officers were called to the 1900 block of Norview Ave at 7:40 a.m. for the report of a shooting. Police say no injuries have been reported. A WAVY viewer sent a photo of the heavy presence in that area blocking […]
