Armed suspect steals cash and cigarettes in Portsmouth robbery
Portsmouth Police are searching for an armed robbery suspect who stole cash and cigarettes from a convenience store Tuesday afternoon.
9 Old Virginia Laws So Strange You’ll Think They’re a Joke
Have you ever wondered what strange rules might be hiding in your state’s law books? In Virginia, a few old or surprising laws still pop up. Whether you live there or you’re just passing through, these lesser-known rules offer a glimpse into the state’s unique history and customs.
Virginia Beach Gets Visit From 700-Pound Great White ‘Bella’ On Her Winter Journey South
"Bella," a 10-foot-2 white shark weighing in at 729 pounds, is making her way down the East Coast after first being tagged in Nova Scotia before being pinged near Virginia Beach late last month. The shark was first tagged on July 18 in Mahone Bay, up in Canada, before being...
Deshawn Wilson disappeared nearly nine months ago, Norfolk mother says she won’t give up...
NORFOLK, Va. (WAVY) — A Norfolk mother is continuing to ask for the public’s help in finding her missing son, Deshawn Wilson Jr., 22, who disappeared nearly nine months ago. Wilson, 21 at the time, was last seen March 15, according to his mother, Shaquita McKinney. She said Wilson had been staying with a relative...
Rapper who kept it real remembered by loved ones, fans
PORTSMOUTH, Va. (WAVY) — Portsmouth resident Darryl Ferguson, 39, known on the stage as “X the Real,” was shot and killed Nov. 26, just as families were were preparing for Thanksgiving. As police search for the killer, loved ones say “X the Real” kept it real when he rapped about life in Portsmouth. Some of […]
VBPD: Woman seriously injured in crash on General Booth Boulevard
A woman was seriously injured following a pedestrian-involved crash Tuesday afternoon in Virginia Beach, according to police.
Portsmouth Police seek help finding missing, endangered 14-year-old boy
The Portsmouth Police Department is searching for a missing 14-year-old boy.
Norfolk Police denies ICE profiling claims in traffic stop; acknowledges video
The Norfolk Police Department acknowledges it is aware of a widely shared social media post alleging that a Hispanic sailor was profiled and detained by an ICE agent during a Norfolk traffic stop.
Man found guilty after 2024 robbery of Truist Bank in Norfolk
A 25-year-old man was found guilty of robbery by threat, using a firearm in the commission of robbery and extortion after robbing a bank teller by passing her a threatening note, according to the Norfolk Office of the Commonwealth's Attorney.
Virginia Beach neighbors consider moving after shooting, blame missing fence
Residents of Glenville Circle in Virginia Beach say they are contemplating moving after a man was shot and injured Monday afternoon in what they describe crime linked to a missing fence.

















