Firearm, suspicious package found at Kecoughtan High School; students evacuated, per school
HAMPTON, Va. (WAVY) — Students at Kecoughtan High School in Hampton had to be evacuated after a firearm and a suspicious package were found on campus Friday morning. According to a letter sent to Kecoughtan families, during routine safety procedures, a firearm was found in a student’s possession. It was detected...
Former Portsmouth gang member sentenced to over 10 years for 2022 carjacking
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (WAVY) — A Portsmouth man and former member of the 600 gang was recently sentenced to over 10 years in prison in connection with a carjacking from 2022. According to a release, 22-year-old Cedric Rashad Davis Jr., also known as Ced, Luh Ced or Grim Reaper, was sentenced to a total of […]
Swimming advisory lifted at Virginia Beach Oceanfront
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (WAVY) — Parts of the Virginia Beach Oceanfront that were closed Wednesday due to high bacteria levels are now open, according to the City of Virginia Beach. The closure affected the Oceanfront from 8th-22nd streets. Swimming and wading are now allowed. Retested results show bacteria levels meet...
Dog rescued after being ‘left to die’ in swamp water
Along a stretch of Pioneer Road in Suffolk, a dog was left to die in the water. The pit bull was trapped in a kennel with water up to its neck, surrounded by algae, but a few neighbors happened to walk by at the right time and saved the dog's life.
Chesapeake Police arrest suspect who cut woman on Independence Parkway
Chesapeake Police are searching for a man responsible for a cutting Wednesday morning that left a woman injured.
Residents mixed on planned Target in Norfolk’s Wards Corner
A new Target store is coming to Norfolk's Wards Corner area, bringing both excitement and concerns from local residents about the impact on their community.
Police: 1 shot on Regency Drive in Virginia Beach
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (WAVY) — One person has been shot on Regency Drive in Virginia Beach Thursday evening, police said. Virginia Beach Police said the person has non life-threatening injuries. Police did not provide further details on the circumstances surrounding the shooting, or whether there is a suspect, but said...
6 Enormous Secondhand Shops In Virginia That Are Absolutely Worth The Drive
Searching for incredible thrift stores in Virginia that justify a road trip?. These 6 massive secondhand shops offer amazing bargain hunts and unexpected treasures that make every mile of driving worthwhile!. 1. DAV Thrift Store (Virginia Beach) Ever walked into a thrift store and felt like you discovered a secret...
The Chicken Fried Steak At This Homey Restaurant In Virginia Is So Good, People...
In the culinary world, there exists a special category of restaurants that don’t need fancy decor or trendy menus to draw crowds – they simply let their food do all the talking. Rick’s Cafe in Virginia Beach is the embodiment of this philosophy, a place where the chicken...
‘Good Morning America’ filming live from Portsmouth on Friday, featuring Mercy Chefs
PORTSMOUTH, Va. — ABC’s "Good Morning America" will broadcast live from Mercy Chefs’ headquarters in Portsmouth this Friday morning as part of its “50 States in 50 Weeks: America the Beautiful” series. The show is live from 7 to 9 a.m. and will feature GMA...
