Blog: Historic drop in temperatures
I have seen some crazy weather in my 21 years since I’ve been here. I’ve seen hurricanes, tornadoes, floods, and blizzards. I’ve seen some big temperature drops within 24 hours. My first Christmas here I was in shorts, but then a foot of snow fell in Smithfield the next day (2004). However, I can’t remember a...
Hampton police issue reminder about juvenile rule at Peninsula Town Center
HAMPTON, Va. — Hampton police are reminding people juveniles cannot be unattended at Peninsula Town Center. The reminder comes on the heels of a high-profile shooting in Virginia Beach involving a large number of young people. There weren’t any juveniles out and about at PTC Thursday morning, but businesses...
The Disappearance of Vereley Banks
60 year old Vereley Banks was last seen in Newport News, Virginia on June 9, 2011. She disappeared after leaving the Hilton Plaza Assisted Living Facility. At the time of her disappearance, Vereley Banks was living in the Hilton Plaza Assisted Living Facility at 311 Main Street in Newport News, Virginia.
2 arrested after York County vehicle burglaries
YORK COUNTY, Va. — The York-Poquoson Sheriff's Office has arrested two people and charged them with burglary and possession of stolen firearms. The sheriff's office said they received a report around 3 a.m. on Thursday that two men appeared to be breaking into vehicles at the Yorkshire Downs Apartments on Little Bay...
Norfolk State to Fine Students $25 for Excessive Energy Bills
(TNS) — Students at a university in Virginia could soon face a fine for using too much electricity. Norfolk State University recently sent out an email to students threatening to fine those living in off-campus university housing who rack up high electricity bills, per 13 News Now. The $25 fine will apply to...
1 victim, gunman dead in ODU shooting; Shooter dead in Michigan synagogue attack
Old Dominion University shooting leaves 1 dead, 2 injured; the gunman also dead. Plus, a shooter is dead in a Jewish synagogue attack in West Bloomfield, Michigan.
Remarkable Women: Tammy Gweedo McGee
Note: During this Women’s History Month, we’re sharing the mission of several Remarkable Women in our area. It’s part of our annual initiative that shines a light on women who are making a positive impact on the community. YORKTOWN, Va. (WAVY) — Women like Tammy Gweedo McGee, a local mother who suffered an...
Old Dominion University shooting: Officials say 2 injured, gunman dead
Faculty, staff, and students at Old Dominion University were alerted to an “active threat” on Thursday morning.
First Warning Forecast: Giant temperature drop, Rain & wintry mix
Falling from the 70s to the 30s today. Rain midday to a mix of precipitation this afternoon. Back to sunshine for Friday with temperatures near normal. Warming to the 60s this weekend.
Hampton man charged after reckless driving incident involving fireworks in Richmond
RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — A Hampton man is facing charges after a reckless driving incident took over several streets in Richmond over the weekend. During the night on Saturday, March 7, into the early morning of Sunday, March 8, officers with the Richmond Police Department responded to multiple calls of vehicles...

















