Annandale Millwork to expand in Newport News with $11.5M investment
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. — Annandale Millwork and Allied Systems Corporation plans to expand its operations in Newport News with an $11.5 million investment that is expected to create 154 new jobs, according to an announcement from Gov. Glenn Youngkin’s office. The family-owned manufacturer of structural building components...
Chesapeake superintendent retiring in July, school board begins hiring search
The Chesapeake School Board is hiring a new superintendent to succeed Jared Cotton once he retires July 1 after eight years of service in the role.
Judge accepts mom’s insanity plea in Virginia Beach toddler murder trial
A woman was found not guilty by reason of insanity Wednesday, in the death of her 2-year-old daughter at the Virginia Beach Oceanfront in 2022.
Work on new Wards Corner Target to impact E. Little Creek Rd. traffic
NORFOLK, Va. (WAVY) — Work is underway on the second Target store in Norfolk, and it’s about to impact traffic in the area. The company put its bullseye on Norfolk’s Wards Corner. A new store is being built at the long-vacant Kroger location along East Little Creek Road.
Norfolk residents challenge Flock camera program in court
A federal judge will hear arguments Wednesday in a case challenging Norfolk's Flock camera surveillance program, with two residents claiming the system violates their Fourth Amendment rights.
Virginia Beach city leaders prepare for possible retail cannabis sales
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — As Virginia’s General Assembly convenes this week, Virginia Beach city leaders are preparing for the possible legalization of recreational marijuana sales in the commonwealth. On July 1, 2021, the General Assembly legalized possession of marijuana, but not the sale. During a presentation...
Stabbing reported on West Little Creek Road in Norfolk
Norfolk Police were on the scene of a reported stabbing on East Little Creek Road Tuesday evening.
Reel big! Virginia Beach angler catches 832-pound bluefin tuna
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (WAVY) – A fisherman and his crew may have just smashed a state record by reeling in the biggest bluefin tuna over the weekend at more than 832 pounds. “It was just a matter of getting lucky,” said Captain David Wright, a longtime fisherman with High Hopes Sportsfishing. Wright’s boat, High...
$150 million wrongful death lawsuit filed after child with autism ‘secluded’ at Virginia Beach...
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — A Hampton Roads mother, Julie Xirau, has filed a $150 million lawsuit against Southeastern Cooperative Educational Programs. She alleged her 11-year-old son, who had autism, was mistreated at Virginia Beach’s Pembroke Elementary School. The complaint includes pictures of what the lawsuit alleges...
The show must go on! Norfolk City Council to vote on Broadway series venue...
In preparation for the upcoming renovation of Chrysler Hall, Norfolk is looking to keep the Broadway tunes humming -- at nearby Harrison Opera House.
