North Carolina deputies mourn death of 4-year-old K-9 Apollo
A K9 named Apollo died on Dec. 14 due to a medical emergency, according to the Currituck County Sheriff's Office.
Inspired by a Christmas village in an old Norfolk restaurant, the search for holiday...
When I was in college at Old Dominion University, the now-closed Veniziano Restaurant on Granby Street was a favorite stop for my crowd and me for large pizzas and seemingly never-ending pitchers of beer. It was a classic mom-and-pop Italian establishment with red upholstered booths and Dean Martin singing on...
9-year-old boy dies after being struck by vehicle in Chesapeake
CHESAPEAKE, Va. — A young boy was killed Friday evening after being hit by a vehicle while trying to cross a busy roadway in Chesapeake, police said. Officers were called to the 3200 block of South Military Highway around 6:22 p.m. on December 12, 2025, in response to reports of a crash involving a pedestrian.
Chesapeake Public Schools announces the 2026 Teachers of the Year
Chesapeake Public Schools announced the 2026 Teachers of the Year during a ceremony on Dec. 11, according to a press release.
Beware of fake Mega Millions promotions online, officials warn
PORTSMOUTH, Va. (WAVY) – Mega Millions officials are warning the public about a lottery scam. Scammers are impersonating Mega Millions online, using the official logo to promote fake “special drawings.” Their goal is to get someone to think they won, and try to get the victim to click a suspicious link or wire money...
2-time ‘Jeopardy!’ champion accused of secretly recording someone in bedroom, bathroom
CURRITUCK, N.C. (WBTV/Gray News) - A two-time “Jeopardy!” champion is accused of secretly recording someone in a bedroom and bathroom, according to authorities. According to an arrest warrant, Philip Joseph “Joey” DeSena, 43, put cameras in those rooms. The alleged crime happened on Oct. 10, but the arrest warrant...
Wreath-Laying Ceremony Honors Veterans at Suffolk Cemetery
Saturday marks the annual wreath-laying ceremony at the Albert G. Horton Jr. Memorial Veterans Cemetery in Suffolk, an event that brings families, friends, and fellow service members together to honor those who served. For many participants, the ceremony is about more than placing wreaths, it is a chance to remember...
State of the Commonwealth report shows Virginia’s economy has slowed this year
NORFOLK, Va. (WAVY) — Virginia started out the year in a strong position and is ending it in a more perilous one. That’s according to the 11th State of the Commonwealth report by the Dragas Center for Economic Analysis and Policy and the Strone College of Business at Old Dominion University. The 143-page report...
Virginia Beach police arrest suspect in stolen vehicle case involving 6-year-old child
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — Virginia Beach Police say a suspect is in custody following the theft of a vehicle that had a 6-year-old child inside. According to police, on December 7 at around 3:05 p.m., dispatch received a report of a stolen vehicle in the 5000 block of Virginia Beach Boulevard. Officers learned the...
Chesapeake man charged after allegedly stealing vehicle with child inside
ROCKBRIDGE COUNTY, Va. (WAVY)– A Chesapeake man faces several charges after flock cameras identified a stolen vehicle in Rockbridge County Monday morning. According to officials, the Office of the Sheriff for Rockbridge County and Lexington City received an alert, just before noon, from a Flock Safety License Plate...
