Hampton University mourns death of pioneering journalist Tony Brown
The Hampton University community is mourning the loss of former dean and groundbreaking journalist Tony Brown.
Portsmouth cancels “Shaggin’ on High” event due to heat wave
The City of Portsmouth announced on Thursday afternoon the cancellation of its “Shaggin' on High” event, which was scheduled for Saturday evening. The decision was made due to a prolonged and widespread heat wave affecting the area.
Virginia Beach man charged with felony stalking in New Hanover County
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — A 50-year-old Virginia Beach man has been charged with felony stalking and multiple related offenses following allegations that he repeatedly harassed a woman in violation of a court-issued domestic violence protective order, according to court records in New Hanover County. Kevin Daniel Radford
HPD: Man shot multiple times during altercation on Shell Road
HAMPTON, Va. (WAVY) — A man was shot multiple times on Shell Road in Hampton Thursday afternoon and has non life-threatening injuries, police said. Around 12:40 p.m., Hampton Police responded to a shooting in the 2900 block of Shell Road, and when officers arrived, they found the person who had been shot had left and [
Portsmouth high school students gain business experience through summer program
Portsmouth Public Schools' summer entrepreneurship internship program places high school students in local businesses for eight weeks of paid, hands-on experience.
Norfolk’s patriots burned their own city to keep it from the British in 1776
Norfolk's patriots burned their own city in 1776 to deny the British a strategic base — and it may have helped win the Revolution. The effects of the move are still being felt today.
Newport News alters 4th of July festivities due to heat
The City of Newport News' “Stars in the Sky” Independence Day celebration, scheduled for Saturday, July 4, will be delayed because of the anticipated heat this weekend.
Newport News shares findings of independent disparity study
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (WAVY) – Newport News leaders are taking steps to enhance city contracting accessibility for small and diverse businesses. This initiative follows an independent disparity study that found underrepresentation of minority, woman and service-disabled veteran-owned companies in city contracts. The City C
94-year-old Hampton Army veteran swims in National Veterans Golden Age Games
94-year-old Clarence Braxton competed in the 25-yard freestyle swim as part of the 2026 National Veterans Golden Age Games in Tampa, Florida.
July 4 in Hampton Roads: Your guide to celebrating America’s 250th anniversary
Whether its parades in the morning, or fireworks at night, we got you covered. News 3 compiled a list of events and happenings taking place this Independence Day.

















