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Too hot to trot: The hidden danger of hot pavement for pets

NORFOLK, Va. — As temperatures climb this week, it’s not just people feeling the heat; your pets are, too. And one of the biggest hidden dangers during hot weather is scorching pavement temperatures. Even when the air temperature feels manageable, asphalt and concrete can become much hotter under...
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Portsmouth church hosts food pantry amid rising grocery prices

Following grocery prices rising amid the Iran war, Third Baptist Church in Portsmouth held a drive-thru food pantry for those in need.
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Crash closes all lanes of Route 168 in Chesapeake

All lanes of Route 168 at Hillcrest Parkway are closed due to a crash. It is unknown how long the road will be closed.
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Ford Mustang driver, 20, arrested after allegedly performing multiple exhibition stunts

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (WKRC) - A man was arrested in connection with multiple reckless driving incidents involving an American muscle car, one of which was captured on surveillance video. According to a statement issued by police, 20-year-old Kyle Matthews was taken into custody after authorities responded Sunday to repo
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Fire damages structures on Foxgrape Road in Portsmouth

PORTSMOUTH, Va. (WAVY) — A RV, vacant home and other structures on Foxgrape Road sustained damage in a fire Monday, Portsmouth Fire, Rescue and Emergency said. There were no reports of injuries. The fire happened around 6:15 p.m. in the 30 block of Foxgrape Road, with heavy smoke seen from multiple areas of the city. [
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Norfolk Animal Care Center Urgently Needs Foster Homes for Dogs During Renovations

Norfolk Animal Care Center is breaking ground on its new kennels on May 19th! While under construction, the shelter urgently needs foster homes for dogs in their care. Fostering is FREE, and NACC provides all the supplies, including food and vet care. You just provide the home! Visit Norfolk Animal Care Center during t
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Anonymous donor sends Virginia Beach students on first dolphin tour field trip

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — Friday morning, dozens of second graders from Luxford Elementary traded their classroom for the waters off the Virginia Beach Oceanfront during what school officials say is the first private dolphin tour field trip. The experience was made possible through an anonymous donation from a Hampton...
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Sun Belt cities rank as best places for veterans to live

Fast-growing Sun Belt metros top the list of Veterans United Home Loans 2026 Best Places for Veterans to Live, with the Virginia Beach area as top spot for veterans, service members and military families.
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Chesapeake Fire Department saves ducklings from storm drain

Crews with the Chesapeake Fire Department rescued several ducklings from a storm drain on Sunday.
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Coshocton sailor named 2025 Sailor of the Year

Petty Officer 2nd Class Carter Coffman, a native of Coshocton, recently was named the 2025 Sailor of the Year while serving at Naval Supply Systems Command Fleet Logistics Center in Norfolk. Sailor of the Year is awarded to sailors who demonstrate outstanding service or performance. Coffman has served in the...

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