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Transitions Family Violence Services — Shelter Operator Seeking Reopening Support. A brand-new emergency shelter in Hampton built to house 45 to 50 survivors of domestic violence won't open this year after vandals broke in twice, stripped the building of copper piping and HVAC equipment, and made off with three commercial refrigerators. The nonprofit behind the project, Transitions Family Violence Services, now estimates repairs will cost between $250,000 and $300,000.

NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (WAVY) — Two drivers were injured in a wrong-way crash near Warwick Boulevard on Oct. 20, according to the Newport News Police Department. Officers responded at the city line near 1769 Warwick Blvd around 12:27 p.m. to find that one vehicle had crossed the double line and crashed head-on into a vehicle […]

When the musical revue “Putting it Together” opens at the Generic Theater's new location next month, it will feature an ensemble of seven. Yet the cast that put it all together — transforming a space that hosted Scottish rite ceremonies into a black box theater in a few months — numbers more than 100.

NORFOLK, Va. (WAVY) – Gary Zephir, 20, was sentenced to 46 years after a jury convicted him in July of first-degree murder and using a firearm resulting in the death of 20-year-old Isaiah Tyrell Dukes. On the morning of January 5, 2025, Zephir contacted a juvenile co-defendant to assist in contacting Dukes with plans to […]

Mechanical engineer and artist Hariz Redzic recently erected a series of semi-opaque birdhouses along the bank of a lake at Mount Trashmore Park. Each contained likenesses of birds, nearly visible in their homes. They’re part of a much larger work with pieces that change as people walk among them, with moving parts, sounds and even how the light plays with its elements.

CHESAPEAKE, Va. — The Virginia Department of Health says a man was attempting to feed a feral cat behind Cypress Landing Apartments on Oct. 14 when the cat caused injuries to his hands and face. Testing later confirmed the cat was positive for rabies. The man is currently receiving...

NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (WAVY) — A group of safety advocates spent Monday afternoon spreading awareness about school bus safety. Around the Shields Road and Jefferson Avenue intersection, drivers will see blue signs with white letters. They’re a few simple words, but an important reminder: ‘Stop for the school bus, all directions’. Newport News Public Schools, […]

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (WAVY) – A Virginia Beach family says they are spooked after a man came onto their porch and stole a part of their Halloween display early Sunday morning. “My son asked me if the guy who took our friends is going to bring them back,” Virginia Beach Resident Michael Salata said. ‘Don’t […]

NEWPORT NEWS, Va. — Superintendents from Norfolk, Newport News, Portsmouth, and York County gathered on Monday to discuss a proposed 1% local sales tax that voters in each locality will decide whether to approve. If approved, the additional revenue would be dedicated to new school construction and major renovation...

Richmond, Northern Virginia and the Blue Ridge could still face winter disruptions through March.