Tog fishing is still worth a trip this time of year
With black sea bass closed and the bluefin tuna way far to our south, tog are pretty much the only game in town for saltwater anglers. The current surface water temperature of 44.2 degrees is just below their low tolerance of 45 degrees, and I have a confirmed report of a three-man limit catch of tog to 13.5 pounds...
5 people displaced after Portsmouth house fire
A house fire in Portsmouth Friday night has displaced five people and sent one person to the hospital.
Ten Top Market offers longtime restaurant menu favorites to go
NORFOLK, Va. — For decades, The Ten Top has been a staple of Norfolk’s dining scene, known for its soups, salads, and variety of dishes that keep customers coming back. Now, fans of the iconic restaurant can enjoy many of those favorites at home. The Ten Top Market,...
Delegate introduces legislation after WTKR investigation exposed what feds call “parking lot scam”
A Virginia Beach delegate has introduced legislation aimed at protecting consumers from a fraud scheme that has victimized more than 500 people across the region, following an ongoing WTKR investigation into what federal prosecutors call the "parking lot scam." House Bill 190, proposed by Delegate Kelly...
Undetermined death under investigation in Norfolk
NORFOLK, Va. — Norfolk police were on Front Street investigating an undetermined death on Friday morning. Police said they were called to the 500 block of Front Street around 9:45 a.m. after receiving a report of an unresponsive person. When first responders arrived, they pronounced a man on the...
Virginia Beach man sentenced to 45 years for fraud and identity theft scheme
A Virginia Beach man was sentenced Friday to 45 years in prison for orchestrating a wide-ranging auto loan and identity theft scheme that defrauded romantic partners, credit unions, auto dealers and strangers, according to court records.
The Magical Botanical Garden In Virginia That’s Straight Out Of A Painting
Ever had that moment when you turn a corner and suddenly feel like you’ve stepped into a living masterpiece?. That’s the everyday magic of Norfolk Botanical Garden, where 175 acres of breathtaking landscapes unfold just minutes from downtown Norfolk’s bustling streets. Let’s be honest—gardens can sometimes be,...
Hampton Roads braces for Sunday wintry mix: which cities are opening shelters
NORFOLK, Va. — City leaders are prepping for a wintry mix to arrive in Hampton Roads on Sunday, and a Weather Impact Alert has been declared for the afternoon. While some have activated city warming shelters across the area, others are waiting to see what the weather will bring.
The Enormous Consignment Store In Virginia Where You Can Lose Yourself For Hours
Remember that feeling when you discover something so good you’re torn between telling everyone and keeping it your secret forever?. That’s the dilemma facing shoppers who stumble into Uptown Cheapskate in Virginia Beach, a fashion wonderland that defies everything you thought you knew about secondhand shopping. In...
Sentara Leigh Hospital’s tube system speeds up lab results and patient care
Sentara Leigh Hospital's new pneumatic tube system cuts lab specimen transport time, improving patient care.
