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Fact Check: Were militia groups in Charlottesville better equipped than Virginia State Police?
In response to violence in Charlottesville, Va., Gov. Terry McAuliffe praised law enforcement’s work, but also said that some demonstrators were better equipped than the State Police. White nationalists and militia members, as well as people who opposed them, gathered on Aug. 12 in different parts of Charlottesville and...
A timeline of the investigation into the missing Virginia mother whose husband is now accused of killing her in their home
The week after Naresh Bhatt told news reporters he was “suffering” as authorities searched for his missing Virginia wife, he stood before a judge on Friday morning facing accusations he killed her inside their home and dragged her body outside in late July.
Virginia one step closer to creating single gaming agency; more …
From elsewhere: Deal is worked out on The Greenbrier at least until Oct. 24, Justice family says in announcement. Could the Squirrels become a Washington Nationals affiliate? Blacksburg Town Council member chooses not to step down during fraud investigation. The post Virginia one step closer to creating single gaming agency; more … appeared first on Cardinal News.
Virginia Beach City Manager Selects New Director for Office of Performance and Accountability
After a nationwide search, City Manager Patrick Duhaney has selected Thepiolus “Phil” Aspiras, Ph.D., as director of the City’s Office of Performance and Accountability (OPA) effective Aug. 29. With more than 15 years’ experience in leadership, strategic planning and performance management, Aspiras most recently served as a...
North Cross defeats Nansemond-Suffolk Academy, 56-0 in season opener
ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) – The North Cross Raiders kicked off the 2024 season in a home game against Nansemond-Suffolk Academy and won 56-0. North Cross asserted their dominance with the offense driving down the field as well as the the Raiders defense applying relentless pressure towards Nansemond-Suffolk. At the...
Neighbors hold candlelight vigil for Newport News man tragically killed
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. — On Friday evening, a group of Newport News residents gathered to say goodbye to their beloved neighbor, Marvin Jackson. Many neighbors question the motive behind his death. “We [are] going to miss you, and it’s not going to be the same around here,” said Kareem....
What’s New at CNU
Campus buzzes with exciting updates in classrooms and beyond. A new school year means fresh starts and lots of changes happening around campus. Here’s what you can expect:. Construction on the new Science and Engineering Research Center is underway and the structural steel is expected to be complete very soon. The next step is to begin closing the building.
Telecom and NNPS-TV support NNPS Staff Convocation
All NNPS staff gathered for a back-to-school convocation in mid-August, and both NNPS-TV and Telecom contributed to the success of the event. The NNPS-TV production team was charged with making a video honoring educators and staff to be played during the convocation. For the video, the team interviewed students, asking who made a difference in their lives, whether a teacher, counselor, staff member, or administrative employee.
Money jar stolen from lemonade stand, state revokes daycare’s license, new Amtrak center in Newport News | Top WAVY stories this week
HAMPTON ROADS, Va. (WAVY) — Take a look at some of the top stories on WAVY.com from the week of Aug. 19. Click here for more local news. Children turn lemons into lemonade after money jar stolen from stand in Chesapeake A sweet day turned sour for two Chesapeake siblings selling lemonade after their money jar was […]
Lawsuit against Bon Secours involving OBGYN convicted of fraud for bogus procedures
SUFFOLK, Va. (WAVY) – A Portsmouth woman’s $5 million lawsuit against Bon Secours Healthcare System is set for trial in October, claiming that the OBGYN who operated on her should not have been credentialed at the provider’s Harbour View Surgery Center and Maryview Hospital. Javaid Perwaiz was convicted of healthcare fraud in federal court in […]
Fort Monroe remembers first enslaved Africans
HAMPTON, Va. (WAVY) — This weekend is a big one at Fort Monroe in Hampton, as it will be filled with events to honor the first enslaved Africans brought here in 1619. The commemoration includes cultural honors, a parade of nations, a bell ringing ceremony and more. The soil...
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