PHOTOS: Norfolk Fire-Rescue responds to elevator rescues after power outage in Downtown Norfolk
Norfolk Fire-Rescue responded to multiple elevator rescues in Downtown Norfolk Sunday, according to a post from the department on Facebook.
Astronaut Reid Wiseman’s late wife is VB native
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (WAVY) — Everyone, including folks here in Hampton Roads, has had their eyes on the Artemis II crew these past two weeks. And we’ve discovered another reason to be proud of this mission, as Commander Reid Wiseman’s late wife, Carroll Wiseman, was a native of Virginia Beach. The four astronauts on board […]
🎁 Freebies Up for Grabs in Newport News — From Playsets to Appliances
Looking for something useful or fun without spending a dime? Here are a few free items currently being offered by neighbors around Newport News, VA. From home appliances to kids’ play gear, there’s a little something for everyone.
Man hospitalized after crush injury on Newport News Avenue in Hampton
A man was hospitalized after a crush injury on Newport News Avenue in Hampton Tuesday afternoon, according to the Hampton Division of Fire and Rescue.
🎁 Freebies Up for Grabs in Norfolk — Furniture, Decor & More
Looking for something useful or fun without spending a dime? Norfolk neighbors are giving away all kinds of free items this week — from furniture to home goods and even a piano!
EPA to hold public meeting on contaminated Portsmouth Superfund site
In 2024, the site was cleared of overgrowth, and a radiological survey found multiple small objects coated with paint containing radium-226. These items were transported off-site for safe disposal.
Initial ruling made in railroad conflict that pits Norfolk and Portsmouth against each other
PORTSMOUTH, Va. (WAVY) — The U.S. Surface Transportation Board has made the first of several decisions in a longstanding feud between two railroads, over a railroad. Monday, the board officially gave Norfolk Southern control over the Norfolk & Portsmouth Beltline Railroad, or NPBL, which for more than a century has served industrial customers along the […]
VBPD: Military truck stuck under bridge on Virginia Beach Blvd
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (WAVY)– Police in Virginia Beach are investigating a vehicle that is stuck under a bridge. According to police, officers were called to the 2300 block of Virginia Beach Boulevard at 10:16 a.m. Police say it is a military vehicle that is struck under the bridge in that area. 10 On Your Side […]
Officials warn of scam targeting Social Security information
PORTSMOUTH, Va. (WAVY) — The Social Security Administration Office of the Inspector General is warning people of a scam targeting retirees. The OIS reports a sharp increase in scam activity, where bad actors are contacting people via email, claiming to have a social security statement ready to download. Officials warns that clicking any link from […]
VBPD share e-bike safety reminders as spring break begins
As students are out for spring break, the Virginia Beach Police Department says it expects to see more electric bikes on neighborhood streets and at the Oceanfront — and officers are reminding riders to follow local rules.
