York County Fire Chief steps down after 50 years of service
York County Fire Chief Stephen P. Kopczynski has officially retired from the Department of Fire and Life Safety after serving for over 50 years in the department, 36.5 years as chief.
TFC Recycling now accepting paper cups in residential recycling
More than 600,000 households in Virginia now can recycle clear and dry paper cups along with other accepted curbside items. TFC Recycling, a Chesapeake, Virginia-based residential recycling company, has announced it will use new artificial intelligence optical sorting technology to be able to add paper cups to its...
Another HOT one on Tuesday, but cooler on Wednesday
Expect another HOT & humid day on Tuesday with a 30% chance for strong to isolated severe storms. Highs on Tuesday should reach the lower to mid 90s with a "feels like" temperature closer to 103°.
New Africa Marketplace a symbol of revival in Norfolk’s Park Place neighborhood
A vision months in the making is now a reality in Norfolk’s Park Place neighborhood. The New Africa Marketplace officially opened its doors June 7 on 35th Street.
VDH staff going door-to-door to conduct health survey
SUFFOLK, Va. (WAVY) – The Virginia Department of Health will conduct a door-to-door survey in the Western Tidewater Health District next week as part of the 2025 Community Health Assessment. The survey aims to gather information on access to care, health concerns, and barriers to good health. It will take place in...
Man dead after verbal altercation in Hampton: HPD
Hampton Police is currently investigating a homicide in the 800 block of Burton Street.
Hampton named as ‘All-America’ city for 5th time
The city of Hampton received the honor of "All-America" city for the fifth time Sunday, as they gave a presentation focused on its innovative efforts and strong community partnerships.
Hampton mother who lost daughter to fentanyl applauds new manslaughter law
HAMPTON, Va. (WAVY) — Diana Mitchell remembers the anger and frustration she had with the legal system back in January 2019 when her daughter Brooke, 18 and a student at Bethel High School, had just died from a fentanyl overdose. Mitchell knew her daughter was using heroin, and Brooke thought that’s what some...
July 4th Fireworks and Events in Hampton Roads | 2025
PORTSMOUTH, Va. (WAVY) – This year, the 4th of July falls on a Friday. There are plenty of celebrations planned across the WAVY viewing area. Featuring everything from live music, food trucks, parades and of course fireworks — there’s something for everyone. To ensure a safe ride home on the Fourth of July weekend,...
Pedestrian suffers life-threatening injuries in Norfolk crash
One person has been seriously injured after a pedestrian-involved crash in Norfolk on Saturday night, according to police.
