Police: Man shot on Connor Place in Portsmouth
PORTSMOUTH, Va. (WAVY) — A man was shot on Connor Place in Portsmouth Wednesday evening, police said. Portsmouth Police said at around 8:21 p.m., officers responded to a call for a shooting in the 1 block of Connor Place. When officers arrived, they found a man suffering from a life-threatening gunshot wound, police...
Virginia Beach Funk Fest 2025 lineup announced
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — The Virginia Beach Funk Fest Beach Party returns for its 16th year, bringing electrifying music, delicious food and a diverse array of vendors to the Oceanfront!. The 2025 Virginia Beach Funk Fest Beach Party will be on Friday, Aug. 22, and Saturday, Aug. 23, on...
A look back at the familiar faces of WTKR as we celebrate our 75th...
On April 2, 1950, the first television station in Hampton Roads went on air, and over the years, we've become acquainted with many familiar faces.
Man suspected in identity theft cases in Hampton Roads
CHESAPEAKE, Va. (WAVY) – The Chesapeake Crime Line posted two pictures of a suspect they believe has been involved in several fraud cases. Investigators say in each case the suspect opened fraudulent bank accounts in the identity victim’s names and obtained loans. Take a look at the pictures. If you know who this is...
Long DMV waits test patience of Chesapeake residents
Many residents in the Greenbrier area of Chesapeake faced long lines and significant waiting times while trying to obtain their real IDs at the DMV
School staff saves student after he goes into cardiac arrest at Larkspur Middle
A Virginia Beach 7th grader went into cardiac arrest in PE class at Larkspur Middle school in March. The school nurse and other staff reacted quickly with CPR and an AED and saved his life.
K9 Aggie passes due to cancer: Hampton police
The Hampton Police Department (HPD) announced Wednesday that K9 Aggie, partner of Master Police Officer Boyd, passed due to a battle with cancer.
Virginia native Gabby Douglas will be inducted into the 2025 U.S. Olympic Hall of...
WWBT 12 News On Your Side reported thatVirginia native Gabby Douglas has been named to the 2025 U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Hall of Fame class. Gymnast Gabby Douglas was born in Newport News and grew up in Virginia Beach. She made history for being the first African American to win the women’s gymnastics all-around...
Three arrested after gunfire incident during Virginia Beach Spring Break weekend
The Virginia Beach Police Department (VBPD) announced Wednesday that three men have been arrested in connection with a shooting incident that occurred in the early morning hours of April 27 during Spring Break weekend. The arrests follow an investigation launched after a ShotSpotter alert and multiple 911 calls...
Teenage boy injured in Portsmouth shooting
A juvenile male has been injured after a shooting in Portsmouth on Wednesday afternoon, according to police.
