Remembering local police officers who died in line of duty over past 25 years
Following the tragic loss of two Virginia Beach police officers, WTKR News 3 is remembering any and all local Virginia police officers who died serving our community in the past 25 years.
Motorcyclist Killed Plunging 40 Feet Off I-66 Entrance Ramp In Fairfax: Virginia State Police
A Fairfax man was killed after losing control of his motorcycle and falling 40 feet off an entrance ramp along Interstate 66, according to Virginia State Police. The deadly crash occurred shortly after 12:30 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 23, on the ramp from Route 28 south to the I-66 westbound express lanes…
VA Dem slams DOGE fans, compares job cuts to the Holocaust: ‘First they came...
VA state Del. Joshua Cole made a Holocaust reference while criticizing DOGE; paraphrasing Niemöller: "Then they came for the Jews, and I did not speak out, because I was not a Jew."
Virginia family’s roots trace back 400+ years
RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT)—More than 400 years have passed since the first enslaved Africans arrived in America, marking the start of African American history. One Virginia family has traced its lineage back to 1619. The Tuckers are believed to be America’s first African family. Their descendants remain in central...
Virginia girl, 4, dies after feeding tube dislodged at school
WINCHESTER, Va. - A Virginia family is seeking answers after their 4-year-old daughter died just days after an incident at her Frederick County public school. Relax In StyleBreezy chambray, intricate embroidery, and luxurious silk come together in our latest resort arrivals, perfect for sun-filled escapes and dreamy...
Legislation introduced to increase maximum weight limit on interstate highways
(The Center Square) – A Virginia congressman has introduced legislation to reduce costs for farmers and loggers by improving supply chain efficiency through increasing the weight limit on interstate highways. The Agricultural and Forestry Hauling Efficiency Act, introduced by Rep. John McGuire, R-Va., is the initial...
Trucker suing police department that jailed him on DUI suspicions when he was actually...
A truck driver is suing a Virginia police department over their treatment of him during a medical emergency that resulted in a CMV crash. 54-year-old William Heim from Kentucky is suing the Wytheville Police Department for an April 26th, 2023 incident on East Main Street in Wytheville, Virginia. The lawsuit was filed...
Police share surveillance video showing suspects of Towne Point Road shooting
Portsmouth police are sharing surveillance video in hopes of identifying suspects in a shooting on Towne Point Road Sunday.
Retail space at Greenbrier Mall in Chesapeake hits the auction block
CHESAPEAKE, Va. — A major section of Greenbrier Mall is now up for auction, with bidding officially starting on Monday. According to an auction listing on RI Marketplace, more than 560,000 square feet of retail space is available for purchase. The bidding process begins at noon Monday and will continue until...
5 Best Local Restaurants in Portsmouth, Virginia to Try
Portsmouth, Virginia, offers a delightful mix of Southern comfort food, seafood, and international cuisine. From waterfront dining to cozy local spots, these restaurants represent the best of Portsmouth’s culinary scene. Cafe Europa. Cafe Europa has been serving authentic European cuisine since 1981. Their Wiener...
