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Northern lights seen across Hampton Roads, NENC

(WAVY) — An early dusting of snow greeted much of the WAVY viewing area Tuesday morning, and the northern lights are capping off the night. The view of the northern lights comes amid new solar activity that may make it possible for much of the U.S. to see them, including all of the WAVY viewing […]
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Virginia Zoo’s 21-year-old siamang Bali dies after rapid health decline

Zoo staff described Bali as a "patient, protective, and energetic father" who was an attentive mate and always excited to participate in training sessions.
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Portsmouth café leads local effort to help Jamaica after Hurricane Melissa

A family-owned restaurant in Portsmouth is stepping up to help families in Jamaica rebuild after Hurricane Melissa devastated parts of the island in late October.
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OCME asks for public’s help with unidentified remains from 1983 in Chesapeake

November 19 marks the anniversary of human remains found in Chesapeake that officials have never been able to identify. OCME is seeking the public's help.
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NNPD: Man struck by vehicle on Jefferson Ave.

NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (WAVY) — A man was struck by a vehicle on Jefferson Avenue in Newport News Tuesday evening, according to police. Around 7:29 p.m., Newport News Police said it responded to reports of an auto-pedestrian crash in the 11100 block of Jefferson Avenue, with a preliminary investigation revealing that a...
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19-year-old arrested hours after man gunned down on Thousand Oaks Drive

Virginia Beach man gunned down as police arrest suspect in under nine hours Virginia Beach, VA – A man was shot and killed late Monday afternoon in a residential neighborhood,…
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Mobile Thru Hits Jefferson Avenue: Chick-fil-A’s Denbigh Debut Aims to Ease Traffic and Speed...

This article contains content summarized with AI. Learn more. Newport News, the wait is over: Chick‑fil‑A has opened at 12839 Jefferson Avenue, adding a quick‑service hub to the busy Jefferson & Buchanan corridor with early hours, app‑forward pickup, and a community‑first playbook.
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Black BRAND celebrates 10 years with Hidden Figures Honors to celebrate trailblazing Black women

NEWPORT NEWS, Va. — Black BRAND, the Hampton Roads Regional Black Chamber of Commerce, is celebrating its 10th anniversary with the inaugural Hidden Figures Honors, recognizing Black women whose leadership has reshaped Virginia’s public, corporate, and cultural life. Held in Hampton, birthplace of the real-life...
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Malicious wounding charges in NSU shooting certified to grand jury

Note: The above video aired April 24, 2025 on the day Norfolk Police announced that Zakeyis Womack had been arrested in connection with a shooting on the Norfolk State University campus. NORFOLK, Va. (WAVY) — Charges against a man in connection to the April shooting of two people on the Norfolk State University...
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The 757 remains close to Pharrell Williams’ heart with upcoming food drive

As thousands of families have reduced SNAP benefits, Pharrell is not giving up on them. On Sunday, Nov. 23, Team YELLOW is asking people to drop off non-perishable food and essential items at 118 W. Bute Street in Norfolk.

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