Mostly Sunny, Less Humid on Independence Day
Tired of the humidity? Good news, it will drop on Independence Day, causing the comfort level to improve.
21,000 plus people attend Colonial Williamsburg’s July 4 festivities
WILLIAMSBURG, Va. (WAVY) — Thousands filled the cobblestone streets of the historic town of Colonial Williamsburg Friday as Ronald L. Hurst, chief curator at Colonial Williamsburg Foundation, says many registered for this year’s July 4 event. More than 21,000 people attended the festivities, enjoying live colonial...
The Oldest Colleges in The United States
Before the founding of the United States, education was already taking root across the colonies. Long before the drafting of the Constitution or the Declaration of Independence, settlers were building schools that would educate future ministers, magistrates, and leaders. These early colleges reflected the priorities...
Williamsburg-James City County Sheriff’s Office warns residents of scammer impersonating deputy sheriff
The Williamsburg-James City County Sheriff's Office is warning the community of a scam call where the caller impersonates a deputy sheriff.
Abby Zwerner’s $40M lawsuit against former Richneck asst. principal will proceed
A lawsuit filed on behalf of Abby Zwerner, the former Richneck Elem. School teacher who was shot by her student back in 2023, can proceed against Ebony Parker, according to The Virginian-Pilot.
Hampton Roads fire crews emphasize firework safety on 4th of July
For those who are legally setting off their own fireworks this Fourth of July, it’s important to keep safety in mind as we celebrate America’s independence.
Tuskegee celebrates its 144th anniversary
Anniversary was formally celebrated earlier during the school year. The post Tuskegee celebrates its 144th anniversary appeared first on HBCU Gameday .
Man faces murder charge in connection with Newport News woman’s death
After several months, an already incarcerated man has been charged in connection with the homicide of a Newport News woman.
Naturalization ceremony for 98 at Fort Monroe
HAMPTON, Va. (WAVY) — The Fourth of July celebrations kicked off early Friday at Fort Monroe with a naturalization ceremony where immigrants from around the world recited the oath of allegiance. Present were 98 candidates for naturalization, representing 40 nations, with 15 of them currently members of our U.S. Armed...
Like “emergency room doctors”: Norfolk’s Commonwealth Attorney shares vision for next term
Norfolk’s Commonwealth’s Attorney Ramin Fatehi won a party primary last month after an uncharacteristically competitive nomination process. WHRO’s Barry Graham spoke to Fatehi about what he thinks about his primary race, his time in office so far and what’s to come. This interview has been lightly...
