One person injured following shooting incident in Virginia
VIRGINIA — Police are investigating a shooting that left a man injured early Saturday morning in Chesapeake. According to the Chesapeake Police Department, officers responded around 4:09 a.m. to the 4000 block of Indian River Road following a report of an injured person. Upon arrival, officers located a man suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. Police provided life-saving […] The post One person injured following...
Why Everyone Is Talking About This Virginia Buffet And Its Asian Food
No, this is not your average “all-you-can-eat and regret it later” situation. This is the Virginia buffet everyone keeps talking about. And yes, the internet actually got loud for a reason. At first glance, it doesn’t scream anything special. Then you take one bite and suddenly you’re...
The Fried Oyster Po’ Boy At This Virginia Waterfront Restaurant Is Worth The Drive...
Some sandwiches justify road trips, and The Deadrise’s Louisiana Po’ Boy in Hampton is exactly that kind of culinary destination. Crispy fried oysters piled on a baguette with all the fixings create the kind of sandwich that haunts your dreams in the best possible way. Let’s establish something...
Major drug bust in Portsmouth leads to arrest of convicted felon
Detectives with the Portsmouth Police Special Investigations and Fugitive Apprehension Units concluded a narcotics investigation on April 16 in the 2500 block of Oakleaf Place in Portsmouth, resulting in the arrest of a 64-year-old convicted felon and suspected drug dealer.
Fire damages building on Jefferson Ave. in Newport News
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (WAVY) — A fire damaged a building on Jefferson Avenue Friday night, the Newport News Fire Department said. (Photo – Newport News Fire Department) When crews arrived to the 5000 block of Jefferson Avenue, they assessed five people to ensure their safety, and at the same time, firefighters fought the fire and […]
York County and Poquoson secure funding to protect victims, witnesses in criminal cases
POQUOSON, Va. — Victims and witnesses involved in serious criminal cases in York County and Poquoson could now have stronger protections, thanks to newly secured state funding. The Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Office has received a $25,000 grant through the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services’ Witness Protection Grant Program. Officials...
Wildlife Center admits Golden Eagle with lead poisoning
WAYNESBORO, VA (Rocktown Now) — On April 8, the Wildlife Center admitted an adult Golden Eagle that was found grounded in a marsh in Isle of Wight County. The eagle was initially taken to Nature’s Nanny Wildlife Rehabilitation and then transferred to the Center for emergency care. While this species migrates through Virginia during the fall and winter, it’s far less common to see one...
AARP Fraud Watch Network warns of misleading free trial offers
The AARP Fraud Watch Network is cautioning the public following calls about misleading "free trial" offers.
Newport News police seek tips in 2024 killing as victim’s mother offers reward
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. — Newport News police are asking for the public’s help as they continue investigating a 2024 shooting that left a young man dead. The victim’s mother is now offering a cash reward for information that leads to an arrest. 20-year-old Kamron Thompson was killed...
MSI opens Suffolk showroom and distribution center
The new location marks a major step in MSI’s growth and investment in the region. The 550,000-square-foot facility expands service and improves access for customers. It also increases inventory and speeds up delivery across the Carolinas, Mid-Atlantic and Midwest. MSI said the new center strengthens its distribution network. It...

















