Fireworks, drone shows and patriotic concerts: Guide to July 4
WILLIAMSBURG – From awe-inspiring fireworks and drone shows to li there will be no shortage of ways to commemorate the momentous 250th anniversary of the United States this week. Festivities are planned throughout the region, with Williamsburg, Yorktown, Hampton and Newport News all hosting large-scale events. Below is
2 charged after pickup truck driver killed in alleged murder-for-hire along I-295
Two men have been charged in an alleged murder-for-hire plot after another man was killed in an Interstate 295 shooting and crash in September, according to an update from the Virginia State Police. On Sept. 23, 2025, a pickup truck ran off the road, crashed and caught fire
NNPD: Fire damages home on Dimmock Ave, 1 displaced
A fire damaged a home in Newport News Thursday evening, and one person was displaced, but no one was injured.
Two people seriously injured after car crashes into golf cart: VBPD
Two people are seriously injured after a car crashed into a golf cart on Thursday night, according to Virginia Beach police.
Virginia Beach prepares for dangerous heat as holiday crowds arrive at the Oceanfront
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — Thousands of visitors are expected to spend the holiday weekend at the Virginia Beach Oceanfront despite forecast temperatures climbing above 100 degrees. For many families, the annual trip is a Fourth of July tradition they have no plans to skip. "My dad comes here every...
Parents raise concerns about Chesapeake’s proposal to change Norfolk Highlands Primary to an early...
Cameron Fields was prepared to speak in front of the school board. He had his suit picked out. He asked to go to the barber beforehand. He practiced his speech. At the Chesapeake School Board’s Monday meeting, the rising second grader stood at the podium with two other children. He spoke against a proposal that would u
New monthly $58 trash fee in effect for 630,000 Americans
HUNDREDS of thousands of Americans are now facing $58 monthly trash fees thanks to newly passed rate changes. Legislators put strict new rules in place as of Wednesday, and anyone who fails to fall in line will miss pick ups. Garbage bills were increased for residents in Portland, Oregon between...
VBPD: 2 injured after SUV, golf cart collide on Bay Colony Dr.
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (WAVY) — A man and a woman suffered critical injuries after a collision between an SUV and a golf cart on Bay Colony Drive in Virginia Beach Thursday evening, police said. Virginia Beach Police said they got the call for an accident with injuries around 7:40 p.m. in the 200 block of […]
Holiday cookout tips to keep you safe
PORTSMOUTH, Va. (WAVY) — Stay safe during your holiday cookout! Experts have several tips for safely cooking burgers and hot dogs. Marinate your meats in the refrigerator rather than room temperature or on a counter to prevent illness. They also need to be cooked to a safe internal temperature. To make sure that bacter
Virginia State Police initiate pursuit of stolen license plate
Virginia State Police initiated a pursuit Thursday afternoon for a vehicle with a stolen license plate in Norfolk.

















