PPD: 2 charged after seizure of drugs, weapons
PORTSMOUTH, Va. (WAVY) — Portsmouth Police are crediting the use of surveillance footage in the arrests of two men who now face drug and firearm charges. Bejayzeun Petty, 22, and Alijah Harrison, 22, who were arrested Monday, have been charged with firearm and narcotic violations, as well as possession with intent to distribute marijuana after […]
Navy commissions warship named after Virginia Medal of Honor hero
The U.S. Navy commissioned the USS Harvey C. Barnum Jr., a new guided-missile destroyer honoring a Medal of Honor recipient from Virginia.
Virginia ICE operation crosses over North Carolina border
MOYOCK, N.C. (WAVY) — An investigation involving federal immigration agents and local law enforcement moved from Virginia into Currituck County, North Carolina, on Wednesday morning, resulting in three people being taken into custody. The Currituck County Sheriff’s Office confirmed that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents followed a vehicle...
Police searching for missing person with medical concerns in Virginia
VIRGINIA — Police are asking for the public’s help in locating a missing man who has not been seen since last week. According to Portsmouth police, 64-year-old Timothy Stevens was last seen on April 17 in the 900 block of London Boulevard. Stevens is described as a Black man with brown eyes, short gray hair, […] The post Police searching for missing person with...
State officials warn heat stroke can lead to permanent brain damage
The Virginia Department of Health has already reported a surge in heat-related illnesses. It’s important to know the warning signs, because too much heat can cause permanent mental damage.
VB’s all-age Oceanfront curfew halted after judge grants restraining order
The all-age curfew at the Oceanfront has been halted after a judge granted a restraining order against the measure on Thursday, according to News 3 reporter John Hood.
Chesapeake firefighters respond to two-vehicle fire at Lowe’s on Portsmouth Boulevard
CHESAPEAKE, Va. — Chesapeake firefighters are responding to a report of two vehicles on fire at a Lowe’s store on Thursday afternoon. Crews are currently on scene at the Portsmouth Boulevard location after reports of the fire. No additional details, including the cause of the fire or possible...
At Capacity and Waiting: Duchess Needs You
Furry Friday brought to you by PetSuites Chesapeake and Lucky One Lemonade. This week’s Furry Friday spotlight at Norfolk Animal Care Center is a sweet, snuggly girl who’s more than ready for her next chapter—meet Duchess. Duchess is just a year old and already one of the...
101-year-old Franklin man gets free car repair: ‘This is going to last me the...
NORFOLK, Va. (WAVY) — In the grand scheme of things, heartwarming stories don’t usually happen at auto repair shops. But this one begins at Gary’s Transmissions in Norfolk. “One of our friends, he lives in Franklin, he brought the man up here to get his transmission done,” said Gary Leach of Gary’s Transmissions. “Well, I […]
NPD: Shooting investigation underway on Norview Ave
NORFOLK, Va. (WAVY)– Police in Norfolk are investigating a shooting Thursday morning. According to police, officers were called to the 1900 block of Norview Ave at 7:40 a.m. for the report of a shooting. Police say no injuries have been reported. A WAVY viewer sent a photo of the heavy presence in that area blocking […]
