Asbestos, military concerns delay demolition of Portsmouth’s waterfront jail
Demolition is now underway at Portsmouth’s former city jail after plans to implode the aging structure were scrapped due to safety concerns.
Trailblazing Virginia officer on paving the way: ‘It’s an excellent feeling’
Barbara Langston broke barriers as Chesapeake's first Black female police officer 50+ years ago, paving the way for future generations.
Perdue truck driver dies after going over Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel
NORTHAMPTON COUNTY, Va. (WWBT) - A driver of a Purdue tractor-trailer has died after going over the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel early Sunday morning, according to WVEC. Authorities say the single-vehicle crash happened around 6:30 a.m. near the North Channel Bridge, just south of Fisherman’s Island, according to the...
CPD: Investigate vehicle shooting of woman in yellow Jeep
CHESAPEAKE, Va. (WAVY) — Chesapeake police are investigating a shooting that left an adult woman injured Saturday afternoon., according to police. The victim was inside a yellow jeep that came to a complete stop at the intersection of Battlefield Boulevard and Volvo Parkway following the attack. Officers responded to...
2-alarm fire tears through auto shop in Chesapeake; Norfolk crews called to help
Fire damaged a South Norfolk auto repair business Sunday afternoon, prompting a large emergency response and drawing assistance from neighboring Norfolk, officials said.
The 5 Best Cities In All Of Virginia For Foodies, According To Research
The Commonwealth of Virginia may be best known for its presidential history and colonial landmarks — Monticello, Mount Vernon, and Shenandoah National Park hardly need any introduction – but its culinary hotspots are just as impressive. A dream destination for wine lovers, Virginia is often referred to as the...
Romance novel boom fuels Virginia bookstore’s success
Novel Grounds in Chesapeake capitalizes on romance novel popularity, featuring 80% independent authors across 33 subgenres since 2023.
Portsmouth Police seek public’s help in locating missing man
Portsmouth Police are searching for 55-year-old William Darnell Blount.
Portsmouth Police arrest suspect linked to robberies from 2025
A man was arrested on Jan. 12 after an armed robbery at a pizza shop in Portsmouth, according to the Portsmouth Police Department.
Married couple, both Marine Corps veterans, graduate together as VBSO deputies
The Virginia Beach Sheriff’s Office (VBSO) graduated Basic Academy Class 61 on Jan. 22, marking a unique milestone as a married couple completes the academy together.

















