Virginia church survived a British bombardment — and still holds the cannonball
Saint Paul's Church in downtown Norfolk holds a cannonball fired during a British naval bombardment on Jan. 1, 1776 — a piece of physical evidence from the Revolutionary War still embedded in its walls nearly 250 years later.
GoVols247 Podcast: Virginia offensive lineman Q’Mari Hudson commits to Tennessee
Q'Mari Hudson announced his commitment to over Virginia Tech on Saturday evening to give the Vols a pair of commitments on the day. The Class of 2027 offensive lineman from Western Branch High School in Chesapeake, Va., chose Tennessee over Virginia Tech after taking official visits to both schools, continuing the Vols
WDBJ7 Archive: Tall ships sail into Hampton Roads
NORFOLK, Va. (WDBJ) - This month more than 60 ships from 20 countries will gather in Hampton Roads. Norfolk is one of five host cities for Sail250, billed as the largest gathering of its kind in American history. Many of the tall ships have been here before. And in this...
This Mysterious Virginia Wilderness Feels Like A Lost World Hidden In Plain Sight
There is a place in Virginia where the water runs the color of dark tea, ancient trees rise from the earth like silent sentinels, and the air carries a stillness so complete it almost feels like time has stopped. This vast wilderness stretches across more than 112,000 acres, straddling the Virginia and North Carolina b
First Warning Forecast: More heat & humidity Sunday, severe storm potential
Heat and humidity climb again on Sunday. These conditions will fuel the potential for scattered strong to severe thunderstorms.
New HRT Plan Could Reduce Bus Wait Times for Thousands of Riders
NORFOLK, Va. — Long waits for the bus could become less common for Hampton Roads transit riders under a newly approved plan from Hampton Roads Transit (HRT). The agency recently approved its System Optimization Plan, a long-term strategy designed to increase ridership and improve service across the region. A major comp
Driver issued summons after disregarding red light in Norfolk crash
Two drivers were injured in a two-vehicle crash on North Military Highway in Norfolk Saturday afternoon, and one of the drivers was issued a summons for disregarding a red light.
USS Mitscher to return to Naval Station Norfolk
NORFOLK, Va. (WAVY) — Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Mitscher will return to Naval Station Norfolk on June 16, according to a press release. On July 25, 2025, the warship left Naval Station Norfolk for a regularly scheduled deployment to the U.S. European Command area of responsibility. The warship co
Virginia Beach firefighters use cooling buses, staffing changes to stay safe in summer heat
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — As summer temperatures rise, Virginia Beach firefighters are relying on additional staffing, specialized equipment and cooling resources to stay safe while responding to emergencies. Assistant Chief Michael Carter said the department faces increased demands during the summer months, especially on
City of Chesapeake offers cooling centers amid heat advisories
CHESAPEAKE, Va. (WAVY) – The city of Chesapeake is under another heat advisory with the heat index projected to climb as high as 108 degrees on June 12. City officials advise residents to stay hydrated and stay cool indoors whenever possible. If you must go outside, they suggest wearing light colors, applying sunscreen

















