Navy plans to use Ford-class aircraft carrier to power Naval Station Norfolk
The U.S. Navy is planning to use the nuclear-powered U.S.S. Gerald R. Ford to help charge Naval Station Norfolk, in an effort to provide a reliable source of power for energy resilience and mission assurance.
Norfolk senior with heart disease learns relocation to public housing is delayed
The Norfolk Redevelopment and Housing Authority had planned to relocate Ms. Doreen White to a renovated unit in Grandy Village, but the relocation has been delayed due to an inspection that has yet to be completed.
READY Is “Ready” To Pass The Baton – First Baptist’s READY Academy Marks Milestone
A special excitement is abuzz at The First Baptist Church READY Academy Christian School as it prepares to graduate its 2026 Class of Kindergarten students. Officials say READY (Reaching Educationally Aspiring Dynamic Youth) will celebrate its most unique and unusual Kindergarten Graduation ever on May 29. Each year th
Portsmouth man convicted in 2023 Riverbend Road shooting
Marquise Bunn, 37, was found guilty of second-degree murder and the use of a firearm in the commission of a felony in connection with a 2024 shooting on Riverbend Road that resulted in the death of 43-year-old Antonio Wolfe and the injury of two others.
Parking rates at Norfolk Airport to increase July 1
The Norfolk Airport Authority Board of Commissioners approved an increased parking rate for both hourly and long-term parking lots at Norfolk International Airport, effective for FY 2027.
Naval volunteers restore dunes and combat erosion at Dam Neck Annex
Over 75 volunteers from Naval Air Station Oceana, Dam Neck Annex, and NSA Portsmouth participated in a two-day coastline cleanup and dune restoration project, clearing beach debris and placing over 500 recycled trees to help combat erosion and protect critical infrastructure and wildlife.
Jackalope Festival returns to Virginia Beach, expected to draw nearly 60,000 visitors
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — The Jackalope Festival is back at the Virginia Beach Oceanfront this weekend, bringing world-class action sports athletes, Olympic competitors and thousands of spectators to Hampton Roads. Festival organizers expect nearly 60,000 people to attend the three-day event, up from the roughly 40,000 vis
Newport News man accused of stealing vehicle in Mathews County
A Newport News man was arrested in connection with a stolen vehicle Thursday morning out of Mathews County, according to the Gloucester County Sheriff's Office.
One person arrested following large fentanyl bust in Virginia
VIRGINIA — A Portsmouth man faces multiple firearm and drug charges after police responding to a disorderly conduct call allegedly discovered fentanyl, a handgun and other evidence during an investigation. According to the Portsmouth Police Department, officers were called Thursday to the 600 block of Jefferson Street
Juneteenth celebrations kick off in Hampton Roads with music, food, and fun
This 2024 video discusses the history of Juneteenth. HAMPTON ROADS, Va., (WAVY) — Area wide events will commemorate the historic emancipation day of enslaved Americans on Friday, June 19, in annual Juneteenth celebrations. It is a federal holiday in the United States and commemorates June 19, 1865, when Major General G

















