First Warning Forecast: Hot & humid today, Severe storm threat tonight
Mix of sun and clouds today with highs in the 90s and a heat index near 100. Strong to severe storms possible tonight. Showers and storms tomorrow. Cooler and less humid midweek.
Norfolk channel reaches 55-foot depth, making it the East Coast’s deepest port
Gusts of wind offered short-lived relief from the humid air settling on the port terminal Thursday morning. A crowd gazed at the harbor as a cargo ship passed by packed with red and bright pink shipping containers. From a distance, it resembled a floating island. Cargo ships like this one...
Chesapeake police seek help finding missing 15-year-old girl last seen in May
The Chesapeake Police Department is searching for a 15-year-old girl who has been missing since late May.
Two displaced after fire in Portsmouth multi-family structure
Two people were displaced and one dog was rescued after a fire was contained in a multi-family structure in Portsmouth, with no injuries reported and the cause of the fire still under investigation.
Motorcyclist dies in single-vehicle crash on Route 17 in Gloucester County
A 39-year-old man was killed in a single-vehicle motorcycle crash on Route 17 in Gloucester County, Virginia on Saturday afternoon.
Norfolk’s 50th Harborfest wraps up with tall ships and memories
Norfolk's 50th Harborfest wrapped up Sunday with tall ships, maritime memories and visitors from across the region.
IW planners’ decision on Gwaltney Farms delayed to July
At the developer’s request, Isle of Wight County’s Planning Commission will delay its decision on the proposed Gwaltney Farms subdivision another 60 days. Amy Ring, director of community development for Isle of Wight County, said she tentatively anticipates the matter returning to the commission at the body’s July 28 m
Newport News Sends Drones to 911 Calls in 90 Seconds
Newport News, Virginia is about to start sending drones to 911 calls before officers or firefighters arrive, with some aircraft reaching a scene in under 90 seconds. The city has eight drones staged at four launch sites, ready to lift off after high-priority calls like a homicide, a shooting, a missing person, or a med
Virginia casino revenue tops $108M in May
May gaming revenues at Virginia’s three permanent casinos and at temporary casinos in Petersburg and Norfolk totaled more than $108 million, according to Virginia Lottery data released Monday. Norfolk’s temporary Interim Gaming Hall, which opened Nov. 7, 2025, reported adjusted gaming revenue (wagers minus winnings) of
Man injured after shooting on West 40th Street in Norfolk
NORFOLK, Va. (WAVY) — A man was injured after a shooting on West 40th Street in Norfolk Sunday morning, according to the Norfolk Police Department. At around 1:20 a.m. on June 21, the department responded to the 1500 block of West 40th Street for a reported gunshot victim. When officers arrived to the scene, they […]
