Virginia Beach-based cat rescue organization loses facility in fire
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — A Virginia Beach woman is looking for help after a fire devastated her non-profit that aims to help stray animals. After retiring a few years ago, Lynn Nelson said she struggled to figure out her next steps. But then she discovered her passion. "I believe...
Norfolk port ranked second in stolen vehicle recoveries
The video above is from a November 2024 report. NORFOLK, Va. (WAVY) – Stolen luxury vehicles coming through busy seaports continues to be big business. Nationally, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers recovered 1,445 stolen vehicle exports during fiscal year 2024. That’s a 9% increase over the 1,316...
Two Virginian men arrested after deputies find narcotics in vehicle
BLADEN COUNTY, N.C. (WECT) - Two Virginian men were arrested in Bladen County after deputies found drugs in their vehicle. According to the Bladen County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO), a North Carolina State Trooper stopped a vehicle on May 23 for a traffic offense, and they requested help from BCSO.
Green Run women illustrate vulnerability when mail delivery is interrupted
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (WAVY) — Anxiety, inconvenience and late fees are just some of the costs that accumulated over two months for some seniors who rely on their U.S. Mail, but were not receiving it due to problems with their cluster mailbox. Mary Cotton said the problem started when the mail stopped back in March. […]
Virginia Woman Dies After 150-Foot Fall At Crabtree Falls On Memorial Day Weekend
A hiking trip at Crabtree Falls turned tragic over Memorial Day weekend when a Virginia Beach woman died after a 150-foot fall, while her friend was rescued from rushing waters, according to the Nelson County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies and EMS crews were called to Crabtree Falls in Lovingston on Sat…
Norfolk woman, 37, killed in Newport News shooting, police say
NEWPORT NEWS — A Norfolk woman has been identified as the person killed Sunday night in a shooting in Newport News. Police say Karen Yvonne Watkins, 37, of Norfolk, was shot in the area of 27th Street and Wickham Avenue, in the East End section of the city. Officers responded to the area around 11:21 p.m. Sunday...
First Warning Forecast: Several chances for showers & storms through midweek
Mostly cloudy today with showers moving in this afternoon. More rain and storms on Wednesday. Showers and storms continue for Thursday to Friday. Warming to the 80s to end the week.
Whitechapel announce ‘Rituals of Hate’ Fall 2025 U.S. tour
Whitechapel will return to the road this fall for their Rituals Of Hate headlining tour. The trek kicks off on November 12 in Norfolk, VA and runs through December 14 in Knoxville TN. Whitechapel will be performing their new album Hymns In Dissonance in full, along with fan favorites. Support comes from Bodysnatcher,...
Virginia Beach School Board votes tonight on policy language changes tied to DEI rollback
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — The Virginia Beach School Board is set to vote Tuesday night on proposed changes to division policy and strategic plan language, as part of the board’s ongoing implementation of a resolution to remove references to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) from Virginia Beach City Public Schools...
Two arrested in connection with illegal firearm purchase in Virginia Beach
Police in Virginia Beach have arrested two people in connection with an illegal firearm purchase.