Chesapeake VA

CHESAPEAKE, Va. — According to guidance from the American Academy of Pediatrics and the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, hospital stays after an uncomplicated vaginal birth are typically about 48 hours, although some mothers and newborns may go home sooner if they meet certain medical criteria. "A...

A man was arrested in connection to armed robberies that occurred on Portsmouth Boulevard and Airline Boulevard in Portsmouth in February 2026 and December 2025 respectively, according to the Portsmouth Police Department.

CHESAPEAKE, Va. (WAVY)– Police in Chesapeake are investigating a shots fired incident. Officers were called to the incident, in the 2900 block of South Military Highway, shortly after midnight. Police have not said if someone was struck by the gunfire. The incident remains under investigation.

SUFFOLK, Va. (WAVY)– A man was arrested after a fight led to a shot being inside of a home in Suffolk early Monday morning. According to police, officers were called to the 100 block of Niblick Circle shortly after 1 a.m. for the report of a person with a weapon. After investigating, it was determined 47-year-old...

Sometimes the best meals come from places that look like they were decorated by someone who raided every thrift store between here and the Outer Banks, and that’s exactly what makes Leaping Lizard Cafe in Virginia Beach so utterly delightful. This cheerful green cottage tucked away in the Great...

NORFOLK, Va. (WAVY)– A homicide investigation is underway following a shooting in Norfolk Tuesday night. Officers were initially called to the 3300 block of Kimball Terrace at 10:30 p.m. for a wellness check. When they arrived on scene, they found a man suffering from a single gunshot wound. Medics pronounced him...

Officials are searching for missing 58-year-old woman Maria Rodriguez. She was last seen between Franklin and Gates County, and her truck was found in a ditch with all of her belongings inside.

Some restaurants make you work for the experience, but The Deadrise in Hampton serves up waterfront magic without the pretense. You’ll find this gem tucked along the water where the real Virginia happens, the kind of place that reminds you why living in the Commonwealth beats just about anywhere else.

NORFOLK, Va. (WAVY)– A man faces several charges following a pursuit in Norfolk Monday morning. Just before 1 a.m., officers attempted to conduct a traffic stop in the 3300 block of Sewells Point Road on a silver Honda for multiple roadway violations. When officers activated their lights and sirens, the driver of the...

New court documents say that Matheus Cavalcante, who turned himself in over a week ago for a shooting that hurt six bystanders at Oceanfront, was shot at first.