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Man killed by Virginia Beach police had attacked mother before, court records say
A 22-year-old man shot and killed by Virginia Beach police officers responding to a domestic stabbing last weekend had previously attacked his mother with scissors, according to court records. Virginia Beach police said they were called July 20 to a home in the 4100 block of White Beam Court for a report of a stabbing. When officers arrived, they were confronted by Marques Hasbrouck, who was ...
Pair of manatees spotted in the Hague in Norfolk
Two manatees were spotted Thursday morning in the Hague, a relatively rare sight in the Ghent neighborhood of Norfolk. The sea cows were spotted about 10 a.m. by a Daily Press/Virginian-Pilot staff photographer, who said they were about 6-8 feet long, from the Hague’s pedestrian bridge. A small group of people stopped to watch as the pair floated in the Hague. Just three weeks ago, a manatee ...
Meet the 6 Hampton Roads Olympic athletes competing in the 2024 Paris Games
The long-awaited 2024 Summer Olympics are set to kick off in Paris on Friday, July 26. These six outstanding Hampton Roads athletes will be competing on the global stage. Sophia Luwis (William & Mary) Sport: Rowing. Sophia Luwis’s journey to the 2024 Paris Olympics began in Williamsburg when she joined...
The doctor won’t see you now: Sentara responds to critics
NORFOLK, Va. (WAVY) — Sentara Health is responding to critics who claim it should be investing more money in programs and people as local patients tire of hearing that “the doctor won’t see you now.”. While the doctor shortage is a nationwide problem, at the local level...
Suffolk Farmers Market in photos
Photo Submissions: Katharine Gallotta Saturday, July 20 saw residents come out for the Suffolk Farmers Market, located at the Suffolk Visitor Center Pavilion, continuing to offer a variety of local fresh produce and handmade crafts for the Suffolk community. Along with Hack Gallotta checking out the sheep and deer hide/skins available for purchase by Mickey […] The post Suffolk Farmers Market in photos appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Police: 13-year-old girl shot on W. 26th St. in Norfolk
NORFOLK, Va. (WAVY) — A 13-year-old girl was shot Friday evening on W. 26th St. in Norfolk, police said. The girl was taken to the hospital with what are considered to be non life-threatening wounds, Norfolk Police said. The call for the shooting came in around 8:40 p.m. Police...
Night Nets in Newport News brings more than hoops to the community
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. — Every Friday this summer, dozens of teens and young adults flock to this gym for a night of hoops. Lowering youth violence in Newport News is no game. Night Nets were born when city leaders were challenged to reduce the numbers during the summer. “A...
Virginia Beach’s economic development director has resigned
VIRGINIA BEACH — In less than six months after taking the role of economic development director for Virginia Beach, Charles “Chuck” Rigney has resigned. Rigney put in his notice of resignation on Wednesday, city spokesperson Tiffany Russell confirmed in an email. Rigney was hired by the city in March 2023 and had been director of economic development since February. Deputy City Manager Amanda ...
City of Virginia Beach sues insulin makers over pricing
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — The City of Virginia Beach says it is suing insulin makers for insulin pricing. In a statement to 13News Now, a city spokesperson said it provides "critical" health services for over 450,000 residents and maintains a self-insured health plan. The spokesperson said it cost the City over $9 million to provide diabetes medications to its more than 5,900 health plan subscribers and their dependents between 2018 and 2022.
New public notice law will delay permit approvals, Smithfield says
Town officials in Smithfield say a change in Virginia’s public notice laws will lengthen the approval process for rezoning applications and other permits that require votes by the town’s Planning Commission and Town Council. State law has for decades required local governments to solicit public input ahead of adopting any new ordinance or amendment, including […]
Jackson Holliday, other Norfolk Tides players aware of rumors as trade deadline nears. ‘I don’t live in a cave.’
NORFOLK — Some online speculation has Jackson Holliday going to the Detroit Tigers. Other proposals have him landing with the Chicago White Sox. Another online report called Holliday, a Norfolk Tides middle infielder and the top prospect in the Baltimore Orioles’ organization, “the most untouchable prospect in baseball,” an indication that the 20-year-old is likely staying put. But as Major ...
Texas Roadhouse set to open in EC on Sept. 9
The long-awaited opening of Elizabeth City's first steakhouse restaurant in years is now only weeks away. The Texas Roadhouse at 3720 Patrick Way is set to open Sept. 9, according to Kelsie Parker, the restaurant's managing partner. “For weeks, I’ve been telling our people we are going to open in September and now we’re really just a few weeks away from opening day," Parker said Friday. ...
Pony Auction proceeds set another record
Threating overcast skies with intermittent lite rain couldn’t dampen the spirits of anxious bidders at the Chincoteague Volunteer Fireman’s 99th annual auction yesterday at the carnival grounds. Following introductions by auctioneer Tim Jennings the crowd was treated to a display by the Chincoteague Pony Drill team. This is...
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