Greekfest 1989: The Oceanfront riots that made Virginia Beach look at itself, look ahead
This 13News Now Vault presents stories leading up to that fateful weekend, the days of chaos, and the fallout that would impact the Resort City for years to come.
FOIA Friday: Hampton Roads region records over 300 red flag orders
One of the less noticed features of the Virginia Way is the long-running tendency of the commonwealth’s leaders to conduct their decision-making behind closed doors. While the Virginia Freedom of Information Act presumes all government business is by default public and requires officials to justify why exceptions...
Things you could buy in Hampton Roads if you win the Powerball
(WAVY) — We get another chance to win a life changing amount of money this Saturday. If you’re lucky enough to win the $1.7 billion and decide to take the lump sum, you’ll get about $770 million before taxes. You’ll end up with around $500 million when all is said and done. So what could […]
Virginia Beach tattoo artist rebuilds after business and car destroyed in separate fires
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — A Virginia Beach tattoo artist is picking up the pieces after losing nearly everything in two separate fires just months apart. In May, flames tore through Seven Cities Tattoo Company on Virginia Beach Boulevard. Firefighters got the blaze under control within 40 minutes, but the shop suffered...
CPD: Chihuahua dies after alleged pitbull attack, investigation underway
CHESAPEAKE, Va. (WAVY) — A chihuahua has died after being allegedly attacked by a pitbull Wednesday evening in Chesapeake. Animal Control and an officer responded to the 1200 block of Decatur Street for a report of a dog attack around 7:20 p.m. Upon arrival, they made contact with the owner of the chihuahua who...
Convicted Virginia Beach murderer denied geriatric compassion release
The Virginia Parole Board denied parole for convicted murderer James King and will not consider him for eligibility again for another three years, the board confirmed with WTKR News 3 Friday morning.
‘Period poverty’ being addressed in Hampton Roads
Suffolk librarian Amanda Hayes says women in the community are literally on the rag due to poverty, using inferior substitutes because they don't have access to hygiene products.
Blue button spotted on beach at Dam Neck may be cute, but it can...
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (WAVY) — There’s something lurking in the water that may be cute as a button, but can pack quite the sting. If you’re planning to squeeze a few more beach days in before it gets too cold, you might want to keep an eye out for these guys. A 10 On Your […]
Firearm, suspicious package found at Kecoughtan High School; students evacuated, per school
HAMPTON, Va. (WAVY) — Students at Kecoughtan High School in Hampton had to be evacuated after a firearm and a suspicious package were found on campus Friday morning. According to a letter sent to Kecoughtan families, during routine safety procedures, a firearm was found in a student’s possession. It was detected...
Former Portsmouth gang member sentenced to over 10 years for 2022 carjacking
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (WAVY) — A Portsmouth man and former member of the 600 gang was recently sentenced to over 10 years in prison in connection with a carjacking from 2022. According to a release, 22-year-old Cedric Rashad Davis Jr., also known as Ced, Luh Ced or Grim Reaper, was sentenced to a total of […]
