EXCLUSIVE: Accomack Co. man accused of stealing, destroying Navy equipment in $100K+ scheme pleads...
NEW CHURCH, Va. - An Accomack County man has pleaded guilty in a wide-ranging federal case involving the theft and destruction of U.S. Navy materials and a separate COVID-era loan fraud scheme. According to court documents acquired by WBOC, Almount Gunter, of New Church and a civilian contractor at Naval...
Moderate to severe drought persists across Eastern Shore; little relief expected this week
Dry conditions continue across Virginia’s Eastern Shore, with moderate to severe drought firmly in place in Accomack and Northampton counties, according to the latest update from the National Weather Service in Wakefield. The April 16 report from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration places the Eastern Shore in a...
Norfolk public housing residents say neighborhood contaminated by raw sewage beginning last fall
NORFOLK, Va. (WAVY) — In Norfolk’s Young Terrace public housing community, families, some with young children, say plumbing problems have jeopardized their lives. “I want to say November, December or January, we had a horrible flood up here,” a woman told 10 On Your Side. She didn’t want her name and face used for the […]
Crash slows traffic at HRBT; eastbound lane and shoulder closed
A crash at the Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel early this morning is slowing traffic and causing significant backups Tuesday. The crash happened just before 4 a.m. and involved a box truck that authorities say failed to maintain control due to a mechanical issue before striking a Jersey wall. The driver has...
Light rail crash reported at intersection of Colley Avenue and Brambleton Avenue in Norfolk
Norfolk police responded to a crash involving the light rail at the intersection of Colley Avenue and Brambleton Avenue Monday night. The crash was reported around 11:06 p.m. Police said no one was injured. This is a developing story. Check 13newsnow.com for updates.
Norfolk neighbors push for re-instatement of funding for rec center, library
Neighbors in the eastern part of Norfolk are pushing for more investment in their community after funding for a promised recreation center and library didn't appear in the proposed budget.
Governor Spanberger proposes delaying retail marijuana sales in Virginia
Virginia first legalized marijuana possession for adults aged 21 and older in 2021, but retail sales have been blocked ever since.
Route 164 on-ramp in Portsmouth closes for several weeks
PORTSMOUTH, Va. — Drivers in Portsmouth should expect delays starting Monday as construction work begins along Route 164 near Towne Point Road, according to the Virginia Department of Transportation. Officials said the work will require closing the westbound on-ramp from Towne Point Road onto Route 164. The closure is...
Hampton Roads housing market is improving, but buyers may not feel the relief
NORFOLK, Va. — New data shows the housing market across Hampton Roads is picking up compared to this time last year, but for many buyers, the process still feels just as competitive. According to the Real Estate Information Network (REIN), nearly every major indicator increased in March year-over-year:. Active...
HRT offers free rides on all services for Earth Day
NORFOLK, Va. (WAVY) – Hampton Roads Transit (HRT) is offering free fares to all riders on Wednesday, April 22, to commemorate Earth Day. This initiative allows residents across the Hampton Roads area to utilize HRT services at no cost. The complimentary travel will be available all day on HRT’s bus, light rail, ferry, Paratransit, and […]
