Woman shot, killed on Kenny Lane in Portsmouth
Police arrested 30-year-old Hasheed Ali Mills and charged him with aggravated murder, use of a firearm, shooting in the commission of a felony, possession of a firearm by a felon, and abuse and ...
Key bills Virginia’s General Assembly advanced halfway through session
The House of Delegates and Senate debated topics ranging from voter access to contraception ahead of “crossover,” the point by which all legislation aside from the budget must clear its original ...
Utility says its equipment likely started a small blaze that erupted during January’s LA firestorm
LOS ANGELES (AP) — A California utility said Thursday that its equipment likely sparked a wildfire in Los Angeles that broke ...
Wrestling: Region tournaments get underway Friday, continue next week
A rundown of the region tournament schedules for Hampton Roads teams in all classifications and private schools.
Swedish police say mass shooter was connected to school where he opened fire
The shooter who earlier this week killed 10 people in Sweden’s worst mass shooting was connected to the adult education center where he opened fire with at least one rifle-like weapon, law ...
3 children and 1 woman dead after apparent murder-suicide in Chesapeake, police say
Three children were killed and a woman is believed to have killed herself following a standoff with police in Chesapeake ...
William & Mary’s Batten School, VIMS receive $50 million scholarship donation
WILLIAMSBURG – A William & Mary alumnus has donated $50 million for scholarships to pursue the college’s newest major.
US applications for jobless benefits rose to 219,000 last week, but layoffs remain relatively low
The total number of Americans receiving unemployment benefits for the week of January 25 climbed to 1.89 million.
Norfolk 1900s denim clothing brand revived: Say hello to Union Overall
The original Union Overall company headquarters was located at Harbor Park’s current site, and the mill was at the corner of Colley Avenue and 44th Street. The Lambert’s Point Knitting Mill building ...
Kids’ books feature young Black Americans who dared — and achieved
The youngest pilot to fly solo around the world. The first known Black female tattoo artist. And more, chosen by columnist.
Today’s weather: Showers and heavy rain, highs near 60
A round of moderate to heavy rain will move through mid-morning to midday. Showers will taper off by the early afternoon with ...
Is it real or is it a trick? Federal workers debate legitimacy of buyout offer as deadline nears
Administration officials have been increasing their pressure on workers to leave, saying that furloughs or layoffs could come next.