City of Hampton considering tiny home community to address homelessness
HAMPTON, Va. — A tiny home community could be in the city of Hampton’s future as a way to address homeless. Millions of dollars are being proposed for the idea. The issue of homelessness in Hampton is something News 3 has covered before, including attending a neighborhood meeting at Buckroe Beach where neighbors voiced their concerns.
‘He will be proven innocent’ | Alleged Oceanfront shooter’s lawyer speaks out
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — An 18-year-old Richmond man appeared in court Tuesday in connection with a mass shooting at the Virginia Beach Oceanfront over the weekend. Prosecutors said they intend to pursue the case to the fullest extent of the law. Isaiah Charity was arraigned on multiple felony charges...
VB City leaders push for pop-up event zones after Oceanfront shooting
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — Following a Saturday night shooting at the Virginia Beach Oceanfront that injured eight people, city leaders are pushing for a General Assembly bill to help police manage large, unpermitted gatherings. Virginia Beach Police Chief Paul Neudigate and Mayor Bobby Dyer have made it clear they...
Curfew proposed for all ages at VB Oceanfront to stem shootings, crime
An all-ages Oceanfront curfew for the next two weekends has been proposed in Virginia Beach as a measure to curb shootings and other crime in the wake of two mass shootings in that area in just over a month.
Carnival at Portsmouth City Jail helps incarcerated men reconnect with family
A family reunification carnival is bringing incarcerated men and their loved ones together for a day of healing, hope, and second chances.
Local police group calls for stronger enforcement, policies after Oceanfront shootings
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — Safety at the Virginia Beach Oceanfront is back in the spotlight after another mass shooting left eight people injured Saturday night along Atlantic Avenue. The incident marks the second mass shooting in the resort area in just over a month, following a similar outbreak of...
Hampton man sentenced to nearly 4 years for firearm possession
HAMPTON, Va. — A Hampton man has been sentenced to three years and 10 months in prison after being convicted of possessing a firearm as a convicted felon. Court documents show that on Aug. 8, 2024, law enforcement saw 27-year-old Tre’Vonte Jermel Hunter leave a residence carrying a camouflage backpack before getting into a vehicle. At the time, Hunter also had an outstanding...
Virginia Beach officials will quietly ticket more drivers who speed in school zones
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va.( WAVY) — If you’re speeding in one of the seven school zones in Virginia Beach where speed cameras have been installed, you’re probably not going to hear the sirens and flashing lights that would typically accompany the dreaded traffic stop. Instead, you’ll get your citation and fine through the mail. Some drivers […]
Newport News Mayor touts ‘momentum,’ unveiling public safety gains and major development plans
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. — “We are building momentum, we are delivering results, and we are strengthening the foundation of a thriving, unified city.”. That was the message from Mayor Phillip Jones as he addressed a full auditorium during his State of the City speech, using “momentum” as the defining theme for Newport News’ current trajectory.
Firefighters battle shed fire on Pinebrook Drive in Virginia Beach
VIRGINIA BEACH Va. (WAVY) — Firefighters battled a shed fire on Pinebrook Drive in Virginia Beach Monday afternoon, according to the Virginia Beach Fire Department. On April 13 at around 3:59 p.m., the department and EMS units were dispatched to a reported residential structure fire in the 600 block of Pinebrook Drive. When Engine 18 […]
