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CHESAPEAKE, Va. — A Suffolk man already behind bars on a federal firearms conviction has been sentenced to an additional three years in prison after admitting to multiple fraud schemes tied to pandemic relief funds and counterfeit checks. Federal prosecutors said 34-year-old Raymond Antoine Wyche was sentenced Thursday for...

If you're ready to see what Virginia brings to the table, here are 7 buffets that are worth every penny (and the extra mile). 1. Captain George's Seafood Buffet (Virginia Beach) This is the heavyweight champion of Virginia seafood. Known for its massive stained-glass domes and nautical luxury, Captain George's...

PORTSMOUTH, Va. (WAVY) – The healthcare industry is growing due to an aging population requiring more care, the rise in chronic diseases, and rapid technological advancements. Now is a great time for a career in that field. Jeff Thorud from Bryant & Stratton College joined HRS with details on how they train and put people on the path to a rewarding healthcare career.

Former Virginia Port Authority CEO and Executive Director John Reinhart, who is credited with transforming the Port of Virginia from a financial liability into a key economic driver for the state, died Saturday at age 72. According to his obituary, he died at his Virginia Beach home surrounded by family...

PORTSMOUTH, Va. — Crime trends in Portsmouth are showing signs of improvement in early 2026. During Tuesday's City Council meeting, Portsmouth Police Chief Stephen Jenkins presented first-quarter crime data, describing the situation as “improving but complex.” While overall crime and several categories of violent crime have declined, others are on the rise.

NORFOLK, Va. (WAVY) — Thousands of students flooded into downtown Norfolk’s Scope Arena for a mid-week field trip as part of the annual student matinee for the Virginia International Tattoo, which begins Thursday. “We haven’t been on a field trip since last year” said Omari Pierce, a fourth-grade student at Achievable Dream Academy in Newport […]

NORFOLK, Va. (WAVY) — A Norfolk church is speaking out after its pastor said it was the target of a costly copper theft. It started off as a normal Sunday for pastor Terrance Brown until he saw the cut barbed wire and several gutted HVAC units. “All of the AC units are damaged or destroyed,” […]

NORFOLK, Va. (WAVY) — “Three years, two months and four days. I’m counting the days.” That’s what former Marine Marcus Snipes said when asked about the day his family changed forever. Jordan Snipes, 17, a student at Lake Taylor High School in Norfolk, was standing in a parking lot outside a sweet 16 party in […]

A single-vehicle accident involving one person with non-life-threatening injuries occurred near the intersection of Coliseum Drive and Hampton Roads Center Parkway Wednesday night, causing traffic delays as crews work to remove the vehicle from the water.

VIRGINIA — A crash is causing delays on Interstate 264 in Virginia Beach Thursday morning, according to the Virginia Department of Transportation. The crash occurred near mile marker 13.8, close to Newtown Road. Officials said the westbound inside left shoulder is currently closed. Drivers traveling through the area are advised to expect delays and use […] The post Part of I-264 in Virginia shut down...