Public will weigh in on Virginia Beach budget that offers personal property tax relief
The city’s proposed $2.9 billion spending plan wants to keep up with the rising cost of government services while investing in the municipal workforce, infrastructure needs and providing some relief through personal property taxes. That last point may be a source of discussion as the first of two public...
Norfolk man sentenced for third DUI conviction in 10 years
NORFOLK, Va. (WAVY) – Montel Eugene Sutton, 45, will serve five months in the Norfolk jail following a felony driving under the influence conviction, his third in 10 years. According to a release from the Norfolk Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Office, Sutton was found drunk and asleep at the wheel with a suspended license last year. On […]
‘He will be proven innocent’ | Alleged Oceanfront shooter’s lawyer speaks out
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — An 18-year-old Richmond man appeared in court Tuesday in connection with a mass shooting at the Virginia Beach Oceanfront over the weekend. Prosecutors said they intend to pursue the case to the fullest extent of the law. Isaiah Charity was arraigned on multiple felony charges...
VB City leaders push for pop-up event zones after Oceanfront shooting
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — Following a Saturday night shooting at the Virginia Beach Oceanfront that injured eight people, city leaders are pushing for a General Assembly bill to help police manage large, unpermitted gatherings. Virginia Beach Police Chief Paul Neudigate and Mayor Bobby Dyer have made it clear they...
Curfew proposed for all ages at VB Oceanfront to stem shootings, crime
An all-ages Oceanfront curfew for the next two weekends has been proposed in Virginia Beach as a measure to curb shootings and other crime in the wake of two mass shootings in that area in just over a month.
Carnival at Portsmouth City Jail helps incarcerated men reconnect with family
A family reunification carnival is bringing incarcerated men and their loved ones together for a day of healing, hope, and second chances.
Local police group calls for stronger enforcement, policies after Oceanfront shootings
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — Safety at the Virginia Beach Oceanfront is back in the spotlight after another mass shooting left eight people injured Saturday night along Atlantic Avenue. The incident marks the second mass shooting in the resort area in just over a month, following a similar outbreak of...
Virginia Beach officials will quietly ticket more drivers who speed in school zones
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va.( WAVY) — If you’re speeding in one of the seven school zones in Virginia Beach where speed cameras have been installed, you’re probably not going to hear the sirens and flashing lights that would typically accompany the dreaded traffic stop. Instead, you’ll get your citation and fine through the mail. Some drivers […]
Elderly woman hit by vehicle in Chesapeake, investigation underway
An elderly woman was struck by a vehicle Monday evening in Chesapeake, according to police.
Portsmouth restaurant holds second annual community feeding
PORTSMOUTH, Va. (WAVY) — Rachael Copeland has a need to feed. She’s on a roll right now, or rather, roll duty. It’s all part of the second annual community feeding at Cooper’s Restaurant in Portsmouth, and while the meal is different this year, the reason behind it hasn’t changed. “Last year, in November, when we […]
