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NORFOLK, Va. — Cmdr. M. Eric McCay relinquished command of the Los Angeles-class fast-attack submarine USS Newport News (SSN 750) to Cmdr. Carlos M. Iguina during a traditional change-of-command ceremony held pierside in Norfolk, Virginia, June 5, 2026. The ceremony marked the official transfer of responsibility and au

Led by Code 700 Lifting & Handling Department (Code 740 Operations), Norfolk Naval Shipyard (NNSY) has achieved a major milestone on the USS Montpelier availability undergoing an Engineered Overhaul. Setting a new standard for efficiency and teamwork in a record-breaking evolution for a 688-class submarine, Code 700 an

Four people were displaced following a residential structure fire Thursday afternoon on the Median Circle, caused by unattended cooking.

Jayne Kennedy wants people to know she’s not done yet. Forty-eight years after her debut as the first Black woman to co-host a network sports show, Kennedy is resurrecting her career behind her company, Not Done Yet. She's a new author, has an organic fragrance line and is exploring multiple film projects.

Lo Mo Pizzeria closed after thieves stole its AC condenser. The owner says heat made it unsafe for staff.

Virginia's assault weapons ban takes effect July 1, banning sales of certain guns and magazines. Local gun shops say the law will hurt business, and one Chesapeake gun shop says they are closing down permanently because of it.

NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (WAVY) — Back in February 2025, a high-speed pursuit between two vehicles on the interstate ended in Newport News in a crash.  Newport News Police say the crash that ended at the intersection of Harpersville Road and Robinson Drive was put into motion by the actions of Rudolph Taylor. Officers say jus

NORFOLK, Va. — Navy Public Affairs Command (NPAC) held a combined change of command and retirement ceremony aboard Naval Station Norfolk, May 28, marking the transfer of leadership from Capt. Sarah Self-Kyler to Capt. Richlyn Ivey and celebrating Self-Kyler’s retirement after 27 years of naval service. Rear Adm....

CHESAPEAKE, Va. (WAVY) — A teen was driving in excess of 90 mph when his car collided with another vehicle and then struck and killed a nearby landscaper in Great Bridge last month, according to a criminal complaint. Synclair Tyrone Mayes, 19, charged last week with involuntary manslaughter in the death of Guadalupe Ri

A Hampton man is set to take a vacation after winning $100,000 from the Virginia Lottery's 5 Times Lucky game.