How a Suffolk cotton farmer turned to T-shirts to supplement his family business
David Bosselman has been farming cotton since 1995 in Suffolk’s Myrtle community. But, in 2022, sale prices for the crop plummeted after hitting a high, dropping from about $1.50 per pound to close to 75 cents in six months. It left Bosselman thinking about new ways to bring in...
Chesapeake Towing Owner Devastated After Thieves Nab $20,000 in Gear on Camera
'It's heartwrenching': Two men caught on camera stealing more than $20,000 in equipment from Chesapeake business – Image for illustrative purposes only (Image credits: Unsplash) Chesapeake, Va. – A local towing company suffered a major setback when two men broke into the business early last Thursday morning, making off with more than $20,000 worth of ... Read more The post Chesapeake Towing Owner Devastated After Thieves Nab...
Part of I-64 in Virginia shut down following vehicle crash
VIRGINIA — A crash early Wednesday morning has shut down all westbound lanes of Interstate 64 at the Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel, leading to significant traffic delays in the region. According to traffic officials, the crash occurred on the westbound side of I-64 at the bridge-tunnel in Norfolk. All westbound lanes were closed as emergency crews […] The post Part of I-64 in...
‘Don’t nobody care’: Woman in public housing cries out for help
NORFOLK, Va. (WAVY) — Hours after the Norfolk Redevelopment and Housing Authority’s board set aside $5 million to fix and clean up sewage and trash, 68-year old Doreen White was unimpressed. “It’s been happening since November and they have been going around, coming around like it just started,” White said. Atop a steep staircase that […]
Chesapeake McDonald’s closes dining room after fire from discarded cigarette
CHESAPEAKE, Va. — A fire caused by a discarded cigarette at a McDonald’s in Chesapeake has caused the restaurant to close its dining room until repairs are completed. The McDonald’s at 805 Volvo Parkway reported a fire just before 8 p.m. Tuesday. Employees said they smelled smoke inside the restaurant.
Portsmouth Police investigate report of rape at IC Norcom High School
PORTSMOUTH, Va. (WAVY) – Portsmouth Police are in the early stages of an investigation into a reported rape at IC Norcom High School, and while no one is yet facing charges, police are still looking at the accusation. Police say the alleged incident took place on school grounds involving two students who school officials say either […]
This massive Virginia thrift store is perfect for anyone who loves a good deal
If you love finding stylish clothes without spending a fortune, Uptown Cheapskate in Virginia Beach, VA is the place to be. Located at 2137 Upton Dr #312, this thrift store specializes in brand-name, pre-owned fashion for young adults and teens. With a stellar 4.7-star rating from nearly 1,000 reviews, shoppers...
Should e-bikes be allowed on the boardwalk? Virginia Beach debates
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — As gas prices remain elevated, more people are turning to electric bikes for transportation, fueling a growing debate over whether the fast-moving vehicles should be allowed on the Virginia Beach Oceanfront boardwalk and bike path. E-bikes, which can reach speeds of up to 30 miles...
Bains Pointe affordable housing opens in Portsmouth
City leaders, politicians, and developers attend the grand opening of Bains Pointe in Portsmouth on Tuesday.
Mount Trashmore Carnival will not return this year
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — The Mount Trashmore Summer Carnival will not be returning to Virginia Beach this year. Instead, "the park has a full schedule of events planned throughout the summer, and we look forward to welcoming residents and visitors to one of Virginia Beach’s most visited parks," a city spokesperson told 13News Now.
