NAACP calls for federal investigation and changes to Windsor police department
The incident has garnered widespread media attention after police body cam video of the traffic stop, first posted by The Virginian-Pilot last week, went viral over the weekend.
View ArticleDonovon Lynch and officer who killed him personally knew each other, family’s...
The Lynch family's attorney said Lynch was shot twice by the officer, in the stomach and leg.
View ArticleOne year later, man arrested in connection with fatal shooting in Norfolk
The shooting happened around 1:30 p.m. on March 26, 2020, in the 1000 block of Fishermans Road, off Chesapeake Boulevard.
View ArticleNorfolk police investigating after body found in water off Ocean View
Dispatchers received a call around 10 a.m. about a possible drowning near the 700 block of East Ocean View Avenue, police said in an email.
View ArticleNewport News Public Library resumes in-person services
Guests can visit the library to browse the collection and check out materials. The library is also allowing patrons to use computers, printers, and new fax, copy and scan technology. Curbside pickup...
View ArticleThe Prescription Shoppe hosts drive-thru vaccination clinic in James City...
“When we talk about community engagement, we have several people out here that have volunteered their time and resources and we are hoping this event will be a first of many,” Ranger said.
View ArticleNewport News police identify man found shot dead in vehicle in Denbigh area
Around 7:24 a.m., dispatchers received a call about a suspicious vehicle in the 1300 block of Moyer Road, according to a news release.
View ArticleNewport News police identify Martinsville man killed in auto-pedestrian accident
The accident happened April 2, on Jefferson Avenue, near the Interstate 64 eastbound ramp.
View ArticleProsecutors seek 5-year term for ex-leader of neo-Nazi group tied to ODU fake...
A Texas man, a former Old Dominion University student and others involved in the plot made at least 134 threats to injure people and institutions,
View ArticleVirginia AG Mark Herring wants Windsor police records after Black Army...
Virginia’s attorney general has asked a small police department to release personnel records of two officers accused of pepper-spraying and pointing their guns at a Black Army lieutenant during a...
View ArticleBiden nominee Christine Wormuth would be first woman to lead Army
If confirmed by the Senate as Army secretary, Wormuth would be one of the more powerful officials in a defense establishment long dominated by men. President Joe Biden has not yet nominated anyone to...
View ArticleNAACP calls for answers, transparency after Windsor police pepper spray Army...
The calls for action came during a press conference held near the gas station where Army 2nd Lt. Caron Nazario was pulled over by Windsor police last December. Two officers drew guns, threatened and...
View ArticleRailroad soldiers at Fort Eustis learn century-old techniques adapted from...
A new generation learns tips and tricks from the last century
View ArticleChrysler Museum and Hampton University Museum receive $500,000 grant to...
The Chrysler Museum of Art, in partnership with the Hampton University Museum, has received a $500,000 grant from The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation. The highly competitive grant will fund Diversifying...
View ArticleUSS Arleigh Burke’s homeport moved from Norfolk to Spain
The moves are part of the Navy's shift for series of destroyers
View ArticleUSS Vella Gulf has more problems, extending its stay in Norfolk
Another mechanical problem keeps USS Vella Gulf tied up in port
View ArticleVirginia woman appears to have died following Johnson & Johnson vaccination,...
The decision follows a federal recommendation to “pause” J&J; administration while the U.S. investigates clots in six women that occurred 6 to 13 days after vaccination.
View ArticleHampton University requires all staff get vaccinated by May 31
It is one of the first colleges in the state to require employee vaccinations.
View Article12 nonprofits receive grants to further talks about race and racism in...
“I’m hopeful that this grant program will spark some collaborations centered around race, racism and the history of racism in South Hampton Roads that wouldn’t have happened before,” said David Bearinger.
View ArticleBody of driver whose truck plunged off Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel 3 months...
Erik Mezick's body washed ashore near Avon, according to the family.
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