Man in custody after police pursuit
A man is in custody after damaging two police cars while trying to escape officers in Chesapeake, police said. Link: https://www.wavy.com/news/local-news/two-chesapeake-police-vehicles-damaged-during-pursuit-suspect-arrested/
Man dead after shooting on Bagnall Road in Norfolk
A man is dead after a shooting on Bagnall Road in Norfolk Saturday morning, according to the Norfolk Police Department.
Norfolk Sheriff’s Office issues scam warning
NORFOLK, Va. (WAVY) — The Norfolk Sheriff’s Office issued a warning to community members about a a reported scam regarding jury duty. “We have recently been contacted by several citizens who have received calls from someone portraying themselves as an employee of the Norfolk Sheriff’s Office claiming the citizen has...
Navy seeks public input on environmental review for F-35C transition at NAS Oceana
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — The U.S. Navy announced it will prepare an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) to study the potential effects of transitioning seven existing FA-18E/F Hornet squadrons to F-35C Lightning II Joint Strike Fighter squadrons at either Naval Air Station Lemoore, California, or NAS Oceana in Virginia...
Jury Awards $10 Million to Virginia Teacher Shot by 6-Year-Old Student
A jury in Newport News, Virginia, awarded $10 million to first-grade teacher Abby Zwerner, who was shot by a 6-year-old student in her classroom at Richneck Elementary School in January 2023. Zwerner originally sought $40 million in her negligence lawsuit against former assistant principal Ebony Parker, the sole...
Local farmer struggles with tariffs and input costs, contemplates quitting
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (WAVY) — There is pride in continuing on the multi-generational way of life. The Vaughan Farm in Pungo has been in operation since 1695. Across the Hampton Roads region, more than 360 farms have been owned and operated by the same families for over a century, according to records from both the […]
Sentara Virginia Beach mechanic’s 40-year art legacy brings holiday joy to patients, families
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — An artist who's been bringing joy to Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital for almost 40 years will soon be ending his time there. Anthony White, a mechanic at the hospital, brings the halls to life as an artist. Every year during the holidays, White sets up festive displays in high-traffic...
Three-vehicle crash on Shore Dr. involved VB school bus
A three-vehicle crash occurred on Shore Drive in Virginia Beach around 8 a.m. with no injuries reported.
Help for those fighting drug addiction before it’s too late
PORTSMOUTH, Va. (WAVY) — Every day, 200 people in America die from fentanyl overdoses. Al Stancel overdosed on drugs Aug. 19, 2024. Earlier this year, his mother sat with 10 On Your Side for an emotional interview. “I can’t tell you how shocked I was,” Al Stancel said. “I could not stop screaming.” B.J. Stancel […]
Virginia Beach sees growing homeless population among seniors and minorities
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — New data from Virginia Beach shows seniors and minority groups are making up a growing share of the city's homeless population, reflecting national trends that have housing experts concerned. Virginia Beach's next Point-in-Time Count happens January 29, 2026 — a yearly snapshot of how many...
