VSP: Missing 63-year-old Chesapeake man found safe
Virginia State Police has issued a Senior Alert for a man who is missing out of Chesapeake. https://www.wavy.com/news/local-news/virginia-state-police-issue-senior-alert-for-missing-63-year-old-chesapeake-man/
VBPD search for man who performed obscene acts on banking video chatroom
Police in Virginia Beach are searching for an indecent exposure suspect. https://www.wavy.com/news/local-news/virginia-beach/vbpd-search-for-man-who-performed-obscene-acts-on-banking-video-chatroom/
Local events announce schedule changes because of the weather
PORTSMOUTH, Va. (WAVY) – It’s forecast to be a wet weekend. As a result, several outdoor events have announced changes to their schedules. Norfolk The Virginia Zoo in Norfolk said its Zoovies night showing Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone, scheduled for Friday, Sept. 26 will now take place on Friday, Oct. 3....
Portsmouth neighbors push back against 192-unit housing plan near Castle Heights
A proposed housing development by Grove Church is sparking pushback in the Churchland area of Portsmouth, where residents say infrastructure concerns must come first.
Norfolk Botanical Garden tags Monarch butterflies as they head south for winter
The Norfolk Botanical Garden is tagging Monarch butterflies, as part of a North American conservation program, before they head South for the winter.
Virginia Beach firefighters highlight safety concerns after facing off EV fire
A recent electric vehicle fire in Virginia Beach is sparking conversation about the unique risks and challenges tied to battery-powered cars.
Congregation cuts ribbon on 100-year-old church in Moyock
The congregation at Weeping Mary Church of Christ, Disciples of Christ in Moyock cut the ribbon on their new building earlier this month. The congregation, which previously worshipped in a former school house near Bells Island Road, has existed more than 100 years. Ground work on the new building began in 2010 and...
Teenage gymnast sues Chesapeake gym for alleged ‘unsafe’ conditions that led to life-long injuries
CHESAPEAKE, Va. — Cody Bennett is no rookie when it comes to gymnastics, but on July 24, 2024, honing his skills in a local Chesapeake gym changed his life forever. Now, Cody is rendered a quadriplegic. He was participating in an open gym when he attempted a trick on a high bar and missed the foam pit below.
Mother, 2 children found safe, Suffolk Police say
Update: Suffolk Police have safely located a mother and her two children after a missing persons report was filed for them. SUFFOLK, Va. (WAVY) — Suffolk Police are currently searching for a missing mother and her two children. 32-year-old Samantha Shamaye Lymon was last seen in Suffolk on Wednesday with her two...
Man accused of stealing from puppies identified, animal shelter announces
NORFOLK, Va. — The Grinch came four months early to Norfolk SPCA, as a man took multiple donations meant for puppies and bunnies. Now, the animal shelter said the suspect has been identified, and they are pursuing charges against him. Suzy Swims, the director of operations for the non-profit,...
