Norcom Rising Senior Represents Portsmouth At Virginia Girls State
Morgan M. Weaver, a 17-year-old rising senior at I.C. Norcom High School in Portsmouth, Virginia, recently represented the American Legion Auxiliary Unit 190 of Portsmouth at the 2025 session of Virginia Girls State, hosted at Longwood University in Farmville, Virginia. Morgan is the daughter of Caleda B. Weaver and...
Virginia DMV introduces program to improve communication between law enforcement and drivers with autism
The Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) implemented the Blue Envelope Program July 1, which is designed to improve communication between law enforcement and individuals diagnosed with autism.
Two people rescued from York River after strong tidal current
Two people were rescued from the York River Monday night, fire crews said.
EPA cancels flood protection grant for Hampton community
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has terminated a $20 million grant for flood resilience and other improvements to the city of Hampton, VA, and the nonprofit Wetlands Watch, the groups announced in June. The grant was going to help finance the Aberdeen Gardens Neighborhood Resilience Action Plan. The Aberdeen...
Private memorial planned for Sailor Angelina Resendiz as family demands answers
A private memorial service will be held Tuesday for U.S. Navy sailor Angelina Resendiz, according to a spokesperson for her mother.
Portsmouth addresses billing system error impacting residents
PORTSMOUTH, Va. (WAVY) — The City of Portsmouth sent a notice on Monday to residents related to its utility system. According to the notice, after a change to the billing system on June 23, some residents experienced a payment processing error or delayed payment posting. Due to the issues impacting residents...
Man arrested in connection to repeated domestic incidents in Mathews County: Deputies
Matthews County deputies reported to the Hallieford area Friday, July 4, in which an individual sustained numerous injuries to their face, nose, torso and extremities, according to the Matthews County Sheriff's Office.
Franklin County Authorities Investigate Drowning Death in Union Hall
Franklin County, VA (BTW21) — A tragic incident unfolded Thursday evening after a 911 call was placed to the Franklin County Communications Center around 7:00 p.m., reporting a missing person in the Beech Drive area of Union Hall near Smith Mountain Lake. Emergency responders from multiple agencies—including the...
Hopewell father honors 19-year-old son with nonprofit, celebration of life after deadly shooting
A Hopewell family is trying to turn tragedy into triumph after their 19-year-old son, Aaron "AJ" Williams, Jr., was shot and killed in Norfolk in mid-June.
First Warning Forecast: Heat advisory and severe storm threat Tuesday
A heat advisory is in effect from 10 am to 8 pm Tuesday. A level 2 severe storm threat is in place for portions of the Peninsulas.
