Police arrested suspect in shooting death in parking lot of Chesapeake business
The suspect in the shooting death of Kelvin Earl Smith at a South Military Highway business has been arrested Jan. 5, 2026, according to Chesapeake Police. https://www.wavy.com/news/local-news/chesapeake/police-1-dead-in-homicide-at-chesapeake-business/
Pollard’s Chicken closes as Feather ’n’ Fin pauses operations in Norfolk
Customers along Norfolk’s Ballentine Boulevard are grappling with sudden change after two longtime chicken restaurants.
Lowenthal, Virginia Beach fur retailer, to close after 70 years
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (WAVY) – Lowenthal, a longtime fur retailer in Hampton Roads, is about to close permanently. Its current owners, Norman and Sheri Mellides, announced they are retiring. Founded in 1955, Lowenthal’s has become a staple in the community, known for its designer furs, luxury outerwear, and...
A touch of Philly in Virginia
If you’re in Virginia Beach and looking for something sweet that differs from your usual ice cream, Beach Towne Water Ice Company is the place to go. It’s especially good on a hot day if you are looking for something cold and refreshing. It is the perfect place to go with family and friends if you’re interested in...
Hampton Roads Transit expands microtransit service, makes changes for 2026
Major changes are coming to Hampton Roads Transit’s microtransit system in 2026, with some of those updates set to take effect within days.
Traffic Update: HRBT back open, but heavy congestion remains
The Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel is back open, after multiple crashes shut it down in both directions on Monday morning.
Preparing for Coastal Flooding in Virginia Beach
Location and Vulnerability Location and Vulnerability (image credits: flickr) Virginia Beach is a picturesque coastal city situated along the Atlantic Ocean. Its idyllic location makes ... Read more The post Preparing for Coastal Flooding in Virginia Beach appeared first on Climate Cosmos .
Traffic Alert: Westbound I-264 Closed Near City Hall Avenue
Motorists traveling west on I-264 at mile marker 8.2 near City Hall Avenue in Norfolk may experience delays due to a vehicle crash. All westbound lanes are closed.
The Milkshakes At This Unassuming Restaurant In Virginia Are So Good, You’ll Drive Miles...
There’s something utterly magical about discovering a place that makes milkshakes so transcendent they’re worth planning an entire road trip around. That’s exactly what you’ll find at Doumar’s Cones & Barbecue in Norfolk, Virginia – an unassuming roadside spot where the milkshakes are so thick you’ll need bicep...
Hampton Police search for person wanted on multiple warrants
A person is wanted in connection with a brandishing complaint and reckless driving in Hampton, according to police.
