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POQUOSON, Va. — A major road closure is set to impact drivers in Poquoson, Yorktown and Hampton beginning early next year as construction continues on the Wythe Creek Road Widening Project. Starting as early as Monday, Jan. 5, 2026, a portion of Carys Chapel Road will close at its...

NEWPORT NEWS, Va. — Construction will soon begin at a busy Newport News intersection to improve safety for drivers, cyclists and pedestrians. The city has selected a contractor to start work at the intersection of Warwick Boulevard and Oriana Road in the Denbigh area. Loren Buchanan, who bikes through...

A man and his dog are safe after their vessel overturned Monday evening in the channel off Factory Point.

HAMPTON, VA (WTKR)- Allen Iverson has plenty of memories in the gym at Bethel High School that now bears his name. Fast forward, and he's trying to create some memories for the next generation. Iverson is back in Hampton this week, hosting his annual Allen Iverson Holiday Showcase. The event...

NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (WAVY) — Families living at an Extended Stay America on Hornsby Lane in Newport News are scrambling to find housing just days before Christmas, as residents said they were told they must vacate the premises. Residents of the hotel, some of whom have lived there for years, were initially issued a...

NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (WAVY) — Rexi, a female beaver at Virginia Living Museum, is currently receiving treatment for wounds on her feet. Her longtime companion Nip, a male beaver, is off exhibit so he can remain by her side. The museum’s animal care team is closely monitoring Rexi’s condition...

A Smithfield man received eight years in federal prison after authorities seized an unregistered short-barrel rifle and more than 150 homemade explosive devices. Norfolk, VA. — A Smithfield man was sentenced to eight years in federal prison for possessing an unregistered short-barrel rifle and an unregistered...

Starting with a 3-2-1 countdown, Andrew's Brothers shepherded a 100-bike giveaway for families who need a helping hand for the holidays.

The local legend is giving back to her community once again, as Missy Elliott fed members of the Portsmouth community and cut a hefty check to help people in need.

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. will be represented at the highest levels of Virginia state government. Governor-elect Abigail Spanberger has announced the appointment of Candi Mundon King, a proud Delta Sigma Theta soror, to serve as Secretary of the Commonwealth of Virginia, a key role responsible for ensuring...