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Chinese national pleads guilty to espionage, used drone to spy on Navy ships being built
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (WAVY) — A Chinese national graduate student from Minnesota pleaded guilty to charges stemming from the Espionage Act for taking drone footage of Huntington Ingalls Industries Newport News Shipbuilding. “Our enemies would love to know about what we’re building, what we’re doing in this area to get a leg up on us […]
LMF: The Interview- Jae Sinnett
PORTSMOUTH, Va. (WAVY) — Ahead of his Live Music Friday performance, jazz drummer, composer, educator, and radio host Jae Sinnett shared about his non-profit and the upcoming Phoebus Jazz Festival. The Phoebus Jazz Festival is happening September 27-29 at The American Theatre in Hampton.
Opening Ceremony viewing party at Hampton library
HAMPTON, Va. (WAVY) – The main branch of the Hampton Public Library is hosting a viewing party Friday afternoon for the Opening Ceremony of the 2024 Paris Olympics. The ceremony begins at 1:30 p.m., but guests can start arriving at 1 p.m. Light refreshments will be served and there...
Former SHS football standout remembered for his ‘big heart’ on anniversary of unsolved double homicide
July 18 marked a grim anniversary for Derek Holmes. A year ago on that date, police found 22-year-old Kyonne Edwards, Holmes’ best friend and former football teammate from their time at Smithfield High School, shot to death at Jersey Park Apartments in town. Holmes remembers the day beginning with the sound of his sister’s voice […]
Spirit of Norfolk heading to Florida, flooding after massive rainfall, Something in the Water this fall | 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 July 22. Click here for more local news. Suffolk veteran returns home after more than 24 years in prison Harris’ downward spiral started when he, as a young soldier, nearly drowned while in training. The PTSD that followed […]
A force to be reckoned with: Vote for HU Marching Band so they can perform in Honda Battle of the Bands
HAMPTON, Va. — Hampton University's marching band is a force to be reckoned with. The "Marching Force" is hoping to put their talent on display and perform with the best of the best, but first, they need your help. Honda Battle of the Bands (HBOB) is showcasing Historically Black...
DC woman faces felony charge for escape of Virginia prisoner
VIRGINIA (DC News Now) — A woman from the District is facing a felony charge related to the 2023 escape of a Virginia Department of Corrections (VADOC) inmate. VDOC announced Friday that Sasha Castillo was charged with Persons aiding escape of a prisoner. The indictment stemmed from the escape of inmate Naseem Isaiah Roulack, who […]
What’s Next: 2024 Presidential Election
Washington (DC News Now) — With the announcement of Biden stepping down and Kamala Harris stepping up, how does this change the dynamic of the 2024 presidential race? Larry Sabato, Director of the Unversity of Virginia’s Center for Politics shares his reaction to the change and what this could mean for Virginia.
Gas Prices Hold Steady as Summer Ends
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA (CVILLE RIGHT NOW) – After a turbulent summer, gas prices are set to remain steady as July ends and August begins. AAA’s Mid-Atlantic spokesperson, Morgan Dean, reports that the national average rose by only 2 cents last week, currently at $3.52 per gallon. In the Charlottesville area, the price of a gallon of gas stands at $3.43, just a penny higher than it was at this time last year.
Pinpoint Weather: Pleasant weekend ahead
ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) – Slightly less humid air will move into the region this weekend. Rain chances are small, but a very isolated shower or storm is possible in the mountains. Any rain will be light with less than a tenth of an inch expected. Many areas will receive...
When is Virginia’s sales tax holiday?
VIRGINIA (DC News Now) — Virginia’s three-day sales tax holiday kicks off on the first Friday in August – meaning you have just one week to take stock of what you and your family might need as the upcoming school year and fall season approaches. The weekend starts Friday, Aug. 2, at 12:01 a.m. and […]
Grad Kolby Hoge Earns TV Internship
The stars aligned perfectly for Kolby Hoge just after college graduation. He received a degree in graphic and media design from Virginia Peninsula Community College in May then started a highly competitive internship about three weeks later. This opportunity is a huge step for Hoge, who wants a career in...
One Stop Event Huge Success
Teamwork made Virginia Peninsula Community College’s third annual One Stop event July 25 a huge success, with approximately 125 potential students participating. Athletics director Chris Moore said he received great feedback from students, parents and College staff. The event, which was held in Kecoughtan Hall, allowed potential students to...
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