Virginia Beach, VA Weather Alert Now: Freeze Early, Rain Moves In Saturday
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Virginia greets the first full morning of 2026 with a cold coastal chill as Weather Alert conditions settle across the Hampton Roads region. Breath hangs briefly in the air, lawns glisten, and temperatures...
More than three years later, VB police still seek answers in Navy sailor’s killing
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — Virginia Beach police are continuing to ask for the public’s help to solve a more than three-year-old cold case involving the death of U.S. Navy sailor Gabriel Martinez. Martinez, 24, was found shot in the head during the early morning hours of Dec. 3,...
Fatal collision involving motorcycle and vehicle in Hampton
Hampton police are investigating a fatal motor vehicle crash that occurred at the intersection of East Mercury Boulevard and East Pembroke Avenue around 9:15 p.m. Saturday evening.
6 No-Frills Seaside Restaurants In Virginia Where Your Seafood Dreams Come True
Looking for amazing seafood spots along Virginia’s beautiful coast?. These 6 no-frills restaurants serve up the freshest catches and ocean views that will make your taste buds dance with joy!. 1. Ocean Eddie’s Seafood Restaurant (Virginia Beach) Perched right on the Virginia Beach boardwalk, Ocean Eddie’s is what...
Man injured after shooting on Arlington Place in Portsmouth
A man was injured after a shooting on Arlington Place in Portsmouth Saturday afternoon, according to the Portsmouth Police Department.
Norfolk Police investigate shooting on Lowery Road
Norfolk Police are investigating a shooting that occurred at Lowery Road and Security Lane, resulting in one male being taken to the hospital with injuries.
Airport takes to social media to reunite lost teddy bear with owner
It’s all paws on deck. A Virginia airport is seeking the public’s help in reuniting a missing teddy bear with its owner. Officials at Norfolk International Airport in Virginia shared a photo of the gingham-clad plushie with matching bunny slippers on Facebook on Dec. 30 with the caption, “Can you help me find my...
Longtime local chicken restaurants close suddenly
The video above is from WAVY’s previous coverage of a Pollard’s Chicken closure. NORFOLK, Va. (WAVY) – Two longtime chicken restaurants in Norfolk closed suddenly at the end of 2025. Pollard’s Pollard’s Chicken & Catering officially announced that it closed its longtime Norfolk location on Ballentine Blvd. A social...
Boat ramp renovation in Virginia Beach draws complaints from boaters
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (WAVY) — A newly-renovated boat ramp at Owl Creek in Virginia Beach is drawing complaints from boaters who say the project has created new problems instead of solving old ones. Construction at the Owl Creek Boat Ramp was completed after several months of renovations. The upgraded ramp now features...
Virginia Beach Man Walks Again After Rare Paralysis, Shares Life-Saving Message
VIRGINIA BEACH, Virginia (WTKR) — A Virginia Beach man who went from paralysis and fighting for his life to walking again is now sharing his story to help neighbors recognize warning signs that could save lives. Ra-Jon James’ ordeal began in late July when he started feeling weak. The...
