Chesapeake family pushes water safety after toddler nearly drowns
Recent reports of drownings in the area have alarmed many families, prompting one Chesapeake family to take serious action on water safety after a close call with their toddler.
Cape Henry Lighthouse hosts National Lighthouse Day event on Aug. 7
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — On August 7, 1789, the bill authorizing the construction of Old Cape Henry Lighthouse was signed into law. Included on the City of Virginia Beach seal and operated by the nonprofit Preservation Virginia, Old Cape Henry Lighthouse is offering a day of special programming to celebrate “National...
Virginia Beach looking to add more Oceanfront parking
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (WAVY) — In an effort to increase the amount of public parking spaces at the Oceanfront, the city is eying the construction of two new parking garages. Last week, the Virginia Beach Development Authority (VBDA) released a request for proposals for a new parking structure and “other complementary...
New long-term project on I-64 E to shift traffic
Starting as early as Aug. 3, a new traffic pattern will be in place on I-64 east in Norfolk between Patrol Road and Tidewater Drive (exit 277) as construction of the Hampton Roads Express Lanes Norfolk Segment continues.
‘Home Is Where The Heart Is’ returns for 2nd year
PORTSMOUTH, Va (WAVY) — For the second year, Home is Where the Heart is returned to centerstage at Churchland High School with another twist. Last year, we saw some of the best pro 757 hoopers compete. This year, we got to see the best Hampton Roads based high school hoopers go at it. The rising […]
First Warning Forecast: Feeling like fall
A welcome break from the heat arrives this weekend. Humidity will be noticeably lower with highs in the upper 70s and low 80s.
WAVY Weather Morning Update | August 3, 2025
Super Doppler 10 Meteorologist Kristy Steward has the latest weather forecast for the Hampton Roads viewing area. More weather: https://www.wavy.com/weather/
This Old-Timey Restaurant In Virginia Has Soft-Shell Crabs Known Throughout The State
There’s something magical about a weathered clapboard building with a bright red roof and a giant crab sign that practically screams, “Hey you! Yes, you with the empty stomach! Get in here!”. That’s exactly what Wicker’s Crab Pot Seafood in Chesapeake, Virginia does to unsuspecting passersby, luring them...
Police: Virginia Man Wanted After Trying To Run Over And Assault Two Women
Police are searching for a Virginia man who attempted to run over two women with his car before getting out and assaulting them. Devin Thomas McLean, 35, of the 100 block of Old Pond Circle in Hampton, Virginia, is wanted on charges of attempted malicious injury, assault, and battery, according to the Prince William...
Annual Extortion 17 Memorial Ride honors fallen troops
The 14th Annual Extortion 17 Memorial Ride honoring local heroes was held Saturday.
