Downtown Norfolk businesses expect boom in business as Cousinz Fest comes to town
NORFOLK, Va. (WAVY) — The Cousinz Fest is going to be a family affair in Downtown Norfolk all weekend, and local businesses are excited to get in on the fun. For instance, the Granby Street Flow Juice Bar, at 727 Granby St. just across from the Scope Arena, offers up health and wellness in a bottle. […]
‘She was the sweetest person I ever met’: A loving donation is man’s tribute...
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (WAVY) – Wayne Russell of Virginia Beach made a significant donation to Families of Autism Coming Together (FACT) after a story about the non-profit aired on WAVY News 10 Today. Russell said he made the donation to honor the memory of his beloved wife, Sylvia. “She was the sweetest person I ever […]
Days of sleepless nights for mother of Norfolk murder victim
NORFOLK, Va. (WAVY) — Norfolk police are investigating an Aug. 19 shooting that killed 22-year-old Romeo Camron Bates-Johnson in the Berkley section of the city. According to loved ones, someone inside a black Dodge Charger shot Bates-Johnson in the chest in a field next to St. Helena Elementary School.
Coast Guard increasing patrols this weekend, looking out for illegal charters
PORTSMOUTH, Va. (WAVY) — You might see more Coast Guard patrols out and about on the water this weekend, as it is keeping close watch on illegal charters ahead of Labor Day. Coast Guard officers call them dangerous and risky. The vessel could be overloaded, might not be inspected, and could be missing crucial fire […]
Man pleads guilty to reckless driving on Atlantic Ave in VB
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (WAVY) — Without a plea agreement in place, Kyle Matthews pleaded guilty to charges of reckless driving following an incident near the Virginia Beach oceanfront. On May 10, officers were notified of a vehicle performing burn-outs in front of Arbuckle’s Bar & Grill, which is located on Atlantic Avenu
Norfolk considers safety changes for Lafayette Boulevard
Changes could eventually be coming to Lafayette Boulevard as Norfolk transportation officials consider ways to slow drivers, improve pedestrian and bicycle safety.
Record store still finding success after 57 years in business.
Birdland Music first opened in 1969 and its store in Virginia Beach is still having success with of customers of every age especially with compact discs and vinyl making a comeback.
This Hole-In-The-Wall Virginia Diner Has Comfort Food So Good, You’ll Dream About It
Nobody warned you that a fried chicken spot on Virginia Beach Boulevard would be the meal you’re still thinking about when you wake up at two in the morning with an inexplicable craving. BoBo’s Fine Chicken at 3139 Virginia Beach Boulevard is that place, and the comfort food here...
PPD: Man injured in shooting on Elliott Avenue
A man was injured following a shooting Thursday on Elliott Avenue, according to Portsmouth Police.
Man sentenced to 30 years in prison after Chesapeake shooting left 2 hurt
CHEASPEAKE, Va. (WAVY) — Ronaldo Bartholomew was sentenced to 30 years in prison after a shooting in Chesapeake left two people hurt in June 2025. Officers responded to a shooting in the 1700 block of South Military Highway after it was reported that person in vehicle fired several shots into another occupied vehicle.
