New Africa Marketplace a symbol of revival in Norfolk’s Park Place neighborhood
A vision months in the making is now a reality in Norfolk’s Park Place neighborhood. The New Africa Marketplace officially opened its doors June 7 on 35th Street.
2025 Best Of Readers Choice Award Winners
Our Annual List of Businesses, Organizations, Destinations and People Selected as the Best in the Region According to Your Votes. The results of the 2025 contest were gleaned through an open online voting platform from Jan. 2-March 4, 2025, available through the Coastal Virginia Magazine website...
VDH staff going door-to-door to conduct health survey
SUFFOLK, Va. (WAVY) – The Virginia Department of Health will conduct a door-to-door survey in the Western Tidewater Health District next week as part of the 2025 Community Health Assessment. The survey aims to gather information on access to care, health concerns, and barriers to good health. It will take place in...
Man dead after verbal altercation in Hampton: HPD
Hampton Police is currently investigating a homicide in the 800 block of Burton Street.
Hampton named as ‘All-America’ city for 5th time
The city of Hampton received the honor of "All-America" city for the fifth time Sunday, as they gave a presentation focused on its innovative efforts and strong community partnerships.
Hampton mother who lost daughter to fentanyl applauds new manslaughter law
HAMPTON, Va. (WAVY) — Diana Mitchell remembers the anger and frustration she had with the legal system back in January 2019 when her daughter Brooke, 18 and a student at Bethel High School, had just died from a fentanyl overdose. Mitchell knew her daughter was using heroin, and Brooke thought that’s what some...
City of Norfolk Offices to Close in Observance of Independence Day
NORFOLK, Va. – The City of Norfolk’s government offices, including libraries, recreation centers, The Slover and Norfolk Animal Care Center (NACC) will be closed on Friday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day. The closures include the Norfolk Courthouse, Offices of the Commissioner of the Revenue and City...
July 4th Fireworks and Events in Hampton Roads | 2025
PORTSMOUTH, Va. (WAVY) – This year, the 4th of July falls on a Friday. There are plenty of celebrations planned across the WAVY viewing area. Featuring everything from live music, food trucks, parades and of course fireworks — there’s something for everyone. To ensure a safe ride home on the Fourth of July weekend,...
3 displaced, 2 dogs dead after fire in Portsmouth: Fire crews
Three people were displaced and two dogs died after a fire on Darby Close Lane Sunday afternoon.
VBPD: Injuries reported after DUI crash on Virginia Beach Blvd.
A Saturday night crash on Virginia Beach Boulevard is being investigated as a DUI, police said.
