Virginia sees increase in unemployment
"This is extremely concerning. We're seeing a downsizing in the federal government impacting the amount of jobs available in Virginia.
BIN Moves To 92.1 In Norfolk. Former Home At 105.3 Stunting.
The Black Information Network (BIN) has changed frequencies in the Norfolk-Virginia Beach-Newport News market. The iHeartMedia-produced news network targeting African Americans is now heard on 92.1 WHBT, replacing classic hip-hop “92.1 The Beat.” “BIN 92.1 FM, Norfolk’s Black Information Network,” launched at 6am...
Locked chairs stolen from Downtown Norfolk Community Garden
Multiple chairs were stolen at the Downtown Norfolk Community Garden Thursday morning.
Portsmouth museum hosts ‘Wonderful Wednesdays’ beginning July 30
The Jewish Museum & Cultural Center in Portsmouth begins its Zelma G. Rivin Wonderful Wednesdays Summer Music series on July 30. The lineup includes jazz, Klezmer and sounds from the Classical period:. July 30 - Francesca Hurst, solo pianist. The program “Reflections” features traditional classical, Japanese haiku,...
Aragona Village residents seek community park following Bayside campus closure
In the Aragona Village neighborhood, residents express a deep love for their community. However, with nearly 3,000 homes, they believe one crucial element is lacking: a park.
Driver ejected, killed after colliding into guardrail on I-64: VSP
CHESAPEAKE, Va. — A driver died after hitting a guardrail at a high speed on I-64 Thursday, according to Virginia State Police. Around 7:16 p.m., police responded to a single-car crash on I-64 eastbound near Greenwood Drive. At the scene, VSP says they found 32-year-old Justin Vieira suffering from serious injuries....
National Drowning Prevention Day shines spotlight on importance of water safety
July 25 marked National Drowning Prevention Day, a day focused on raising awareness about the importance of water safety efforts.
Portsmouth opens cooling stations as heat index soars
As heat index values climb into the triple digits, residents across Portsmouth are searching for relief
First Warning Forecast: Dangerous heat this weekend
Heat Advisory remains in effect until Sunday Night until 8 p.m. for Hampton Roads, and an Extreme Heat Warning for Dare County in Northeast North Carolina until 8 p.m. Sunday.
Chesapeake Bay on track to beat oyster restoration goal before end of year
The Chesapeake Bay Program has announced they’re on track to exceed their goal of fully restoring the oyster habitats to 10 tributaries across Maryland and Virginia before the end of the year. Officials are gearing up to plant the final few acres of oyster reef in the Manokin River...
