Honduran National Dies On Virginia Highway Fleeing ICE Agents
A 24-year-old Honduran man died on an interstate in Norfolk, Virginia, on Thursday after he was struck by a vehicle while attempting to flee federal Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents. Josué Castro Rivera was pulled over while on his way to a gardening job, according to his brother, Henry...
Rainbow Cactus owner pleads guilty to shooting customer in Virginia Beach
The owner of Rainbow Cactus, a long-standing Virginia Beach nightlife establishment, pleaded guilty Tuesday to malicious wounding and the use of a firearm after shooting a customer in November 2023.
Suspect arrested in deadly stabbing on E. Brambleton Avenue
A suspect is at-large following a deadly stabbing that took place Monday morning, according to Norfolk police.
Always A Fighter’: Virginia Tech Swimmer Lauren Barakey Facing Long Recovery, Family Says
Lauren Barakey, a Virginia Beach native and 2024 Virginia Tech alum, is known to friends and teammates for her strength, determination, and kindness. Her family confirmed that she is “seriously ill” and facing a “long and challenging road to recovery,” according to posts shared by loved ones and a GoFundMe campaign...
Fmr. VB deputy’s spooky neighborhood home haunt raises thousands for charity
Every Halloween, Donald Totty transforms his Kempsville yard into a terrifying haunted experience. In recent years, he's used it to raise thousands for a local nonprofit.
HRT extends ‘OnDemand Ridesharing’ through December in two cities
(WAVY) — Hampton Roads Transit announced they are extending the OnDemand Ridesharing service in Newport News and Virginia Beach through December after what officials call a successful pilot program. The pilot program was geared towards people in areas with limited bus access and was set to end in September. It will...
Operation Blessing deploys to Jamaica amid Hurricane Melissa
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (WAVY) — The Virginia Beach-based nonprofit Operation Blessing announced they will be deploying a team to Jamaica amid what is expected to be the most powerful hurricane to hit the island in recorded history. The team, led by Operation Blessing senior director of Global Disaster Response Diego...
Man wanted for homicide in 5-year-old’s death
PORTSMOUTH, Va. (WAVY) — Portsmouth police are seeking the public’s help in locating a man wanted in connection with the May death of a 5-year-old child. On May 28, officers responded to the 300 block of Stratford Street for a report of an unresponsive child. The child was taken to a local hospital, where they […]
Local residents share money-saving grocery tips amid SNAP benefits uncertainty
PORTSMOUTH, Va. (WAVY) — The government shutdown has come with some major interruptions, and perhaps one of the biggest could come in the form of SNAP benefits possibly being halted by the end of the week. The uncertainty has Hampton Roads residents trying to shop smart and stretch their dollars as far as they can....
Vick hopes Norfolk State seizes opportunity against Jackson, Delaware State
NORFOLK, VA (WTKR)- It's a date that's been circled on many calendars since Norfolk State and Delaware State found their current head coaches and the 2025 schedule was unveiled. Michael Vick will lead his Spartans up against former teammate DeSean Jackson and his Delaware State Hornets. The two teams will...











