From Sharecroppers to Scholar: Dr. Andrew Billingsley At 100
At 100, Andrew Billingsley is more than a witness to history, he is part of it. From the Great Depression to the present day, the renowned sociologist and author’s work has shaped how generations understand family and community. In March, about 200 of his colleagues, students, family and friends...
MEAC Announces Weekly Men’s Outdoor Track & Field Honors
NORFOLK, Va., Apr. 29, 2026 — Delaware State junior Marian Drazan was named Men’s Track Athlete of the Week, while Norfolk State sophomore Kristopher Stephens earned Men's Field Athlete of the Week honors. Drazan (Jr., Visnova Czech Republic) broke the MEAC Conference all-time record in the 3000m steeplechase...
NS Upgrades South Kickback Track at Lamberts Point
NORFOLK, Va. - Norfolk Southern upgraded Lamberts Point Coal Facility's South Kickback Track. The South Kickback Track routes empty coal cars to Lamberts Point where trains are rebuilt and sent for reloading, says Norfolk Southern. Lamberts Point is located in Norfolk, Virginia and enables coal transportation by rail. The area is tight with a high amount of activity, necessitating reliable and efficient operations. Trains are...
Oasis Social Ministry in Portsmouth pauses pantry services due to nearby ongoing construction
PORTSMOUTH, Va. (WAVY) — Oasis Social Ministry in Portsmouth has paused pantry services due to conditions caused by ongoing construction near the non-profit organization’s facility Monday, according to a post from the organization on Facebook. In the statement that was posted on April 27, the organization explained that normal pantry operations can’t be conducted safely […]
Gas prices surge across Virginia; data shows prices are even higher in Hampton Roads
NORFOLK, Va. — Gas prices are once again climbing across the country, and drivers in Hampton Roads are feeling the squeeze even more than most. According to AAA Tidewater, the national average for a gallon of gas now sits just above $4. Here in Hampton Roads, drivers can expect to pay $4.15 or more.
Spirit Airlines aware of initial theft before baggage handler charged in second incident at...
A former baggage handler who worked on behalf of Spirit Airlines at Norfolk International Airport, or ORF, is facing felony charges after court documents say he stole high-value items from passengers’ checked luggage on two separate flights.
Part of I-64 in Virginia shut down following vehicle crash
VIRGINIA — All eastbound lanes of Interstate 64 at the Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel are closed following a multi-vehicle crash Wednesday morning in Hampton. According to the Virginia Department of Transportation, the crash occurred on I-64 eastbound at the HRBT, causing significant traffic disruptions during the morning commute. Officials report traffic backups stretching approximately four miles […] The post Part of I-64 in...
Gov. Spanberger signs bills to boost Virginia’s skilled workforce
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. — Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger signed two bills into law Wednesday to boost workforce development and train workers for the shipbuilding and offshore wind industries in Hampton Roads. Spanberger signed the first bill Wednesday morning, providing more flexibility in how federal workforce development dollars can be...
Man shot in Norfolk, facing life-threatening injuries
NORFOLK, Va. — A man is facing life-threatening injuries after being shot in Norfolk Wednesday evening. Norfolk police said they were called to the intersection of Melon Street and Goodman Street in Campostella just after 7 p.m. after receiving a report of a two-vehicle crash. When they arrived to...
Baggage Handler Arrested for Allegedly Stealing Expensive Items Out of Spirit Airlines Passengers’ Luggage
Sterlyn Southall allegedly took Nike Air Jordan shoes, jewelry, watches, electronics and other goods out of passengers' luggage, according to local media
