Two hurt following fire on S. Nansemond Drive in Suffolk
SUFFOLK, Va. (WAVY)– Two people are hurt following a house fire in Suffolk Wednesday night. According to officials, crews were called to the 2800 block of South Nansemond Drive at 11:34 p.m. for the report of a residential structure fire. When crews arrived, they found heavy fire showing from the garage attached to a...
Families of those murdered in Hampton Roads want tougher parole restrictions
Years after their loved ones were murdered, some Virginia families are being forced to relive their trauma annually as the convicted killers become eligible for parole hearings.
Sisters who lost their mother lose over $500 to scammer posing as funeral home
Scammers are targeting grieving families in Newport News, posing as funeral home staff to steal money during their most vulnerable moments.
Meet Pooh Bear: The Virginia mastiff whose reels have drawn millions
NORFOLK, Va. — Pooh Bear, a 5-year-old English mastiff and Instagram darling, has become a local celebrity for his love of pup cups at Doumar’s in Norfolk — a cheeseburger topped with vanilla ice cream. A recent video of Pooh helping his owner replace flooring has racked up nearly 17 million views.
9 Old Virginia Laws So Strange You’ll Think They’re a Joke
Have you ever wondered what strange rules might be hiding in your state’s law books? In Virginia, a few old or surprising laws still pop up. Whether you live there or you’re just passing through, these lesser-known rules offer a glimpse into the state’s unique history and customs.
Deshawn Wilson disappeared nearly nine months ago, Norfolk mother says she won’t give up...
NORFOLK, Va. (WAVY) — A Norfolk mother is continuing to ask for the public’s help in finding her missing son, Deshawn Wilson Jr., 22, who disappeared nearly nine months ago. Wilson, 21 at the time, was last seen March 15, according to his mother, Shaquita McKinney. She said Wilson had been staying with a relative...
Rapper who kept it real remembered by loved ones, fans
PORTSMOUTH, Va. (WAVY) — Portsmouth resident Darryl Ferguson, 39, known on the stage as “X the Real,” was shot and killed Nov. 26, just as families were were preparing for Thanksgiving. As police search for the killer, loved ones say “X the Real” kept it real when he rapped about life in Portsmouth. Some of […]
‘Cruisin’ to help:’ Local woman delivers food, supplies across Hampton Roads
Jennifer Bolding drives across Hampton Roads daily helping those in need, with food, clothing and support through her nonprofit Cruisin' to Help the Homeless.
Decades-old VDOT Advisory Radio is going away
(WAVY) — After decades of providing traffic updates, VDOT Highway Advisory Radio (HAR) will air the final broadcast on Saturday. While all eight other VDOT districts already retired their radio systems, the Hampton Roads District continued to extend the broadcasts life for as long as possible. According to VDOT, the...
Police in Suffolk searching for missing 32-year-old man
SUFFOLK, Va. (WAVY)– Police in Suffolk are searching for a missing 32-year-old man. Isaiah Brown was last seen on November 28 at his residence on East Washington Street prior to commuting to Norfolk to see family. Brown is a black male with brown eyes and black hair. He is 5’6 and weighs 150 pounds. He […]
