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NORFOLK, Va. — As swimming pools and beaches open up for the summer, many cities across the country are looking at an uncertain season because there's a shortage of lifeguards. The U.S. Lifesaving Association said drowning is the fifth leading cause of accidental death in the country and is...

There's a nationwide lifeguard shortage ahead of summer, including here in Hampton Roads

NEWPORT NEWS, Va. — We are all paying more in rent and mortgage and the need for affordable housing means more demand at the Habitat for Humanity Peninsula and Greater Williamsburg. Officials there say this year they’ve received the most applications for affordable homes, ever. The nonprofit's director...

Peninsula Habitat for Humanity receives most homebuyer applications ever

NEWPORT NEWS, Va. — As a way to remind people of Memorial Day's true meaning, military organizations across Hampton Roads held ceremonies to honor those who gave the ultimate sacrifice. Ceremonies took place across Hampton Roads on this Memorial Day, with ceremonies in Virginia Beach and Suffolk, not to...

Many participate in solemn Memorial Day event at the Victory Arch in Newport News

North Carolina State

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — In the Virginia Beach Convention Center, wreaths dedicated to some of our many fallen heroes decorated the room while people gathered to pay their respects. The Tidewater Veterans Memorial Ceremony moved indoors when rain was considered a possibility on Monday morning. The event kicked off...

Gold Star family reminds people the importance of Memorial Day at Virginia Beach ceremony

Virginia State

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — The weight of words can weigh heavy on days like Memorial Day. But through all the words that can be used to describe the day of remembrance, Laurie Dadiomoff has found that sometimes the most important things to say are names, instead. "There are many...

Virginia Beach mom writes, recites name of every fallen service member for Memorial Day tradition

Suffolk, VA

SUFFOLK, Va. — Each year, the Virginia Department of Veterans Services holds an annual ceremony at state veterans' cemeteries. For the Houston family, it's the start of a new tradition. “This is our first Memorial Day out here,” said Jo Blair Houston, who stopped by the Albert G. Horton...

Annual Memorial Day Service held at Albert G. Horton Jr. Memorial Veterans Cemetery in Suffolk

YORKTOWN, Va. — While it's a three-day weekend for some, others are still on the clock. "We have a 48-hour on, 48-hour off, 144-hour pay period. So every two weeks, we work 144 hours. 72 hours a week is what it’s supposed to be," said Tim Welsh. "Key...

'It's a fire service issue nationwide' | Staffing shortages hit Hampton Roads military firefighters over Memorial Day weekend

NORFOLK, Va. — A favorite exhibit at the Virginia Zoo is realizing another stage in its renovation as the boardwalk portion of the Virginia Zoo’s Trail of the Tiger exhibit is almost ready to reopen. The zoo announced on Monday that the boardwalk portion of the exhibit will...

Virginia Zoo is getting ready for some fun new exhibits this summer

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HAMPTON, Va. — People in Hampton only have one month to check if they qualify for housing choice vouchers and there's only one way to do it. The Hampton Redevelopment and Housing Authority took applications for the voucher waitlist for the first time since 2016. According to the Authority, nearly 18,000 applied for the program but only 5,000 were selected by a random lottery to be on the waitlist.

There's only one way to check if you qualify for a Hampton housing choice voucher

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — Despite the less-than-ideal weather, a few artists at the Oceanfront are still selling their work in the Virginia Beach Surf Art Expo. More than 50 local and regional artists were invited to set up shop this weekend. Although many Memorial Day events were cancelled or...

The show must go on! Artists tough out bad weather at Virginia Beach Surf Art Expo

NEWPORT NEWS, Va. — Two fishermen and a boat crew are safe after a dangerous collision on the James River in Newport News. According to the U.S. Coast Guard, a pilot boat collided with a fishing vessel just before 8 a.m. Tuesday near the Newport News Small Boat Harbor.

Fishermen rescued after boat collision on the James River in Newport News

NEWPORT NEWS, Va. — Wednesday night, Newport News Public Schools, along with city leaders, celebrated their own "champions" at Todd Stadium. Over the last year, students and teachers have dealt with a lot. 13News Now has told you about school shootings, weapons making their way onto school campuses and teacher shortages stretching educators thin.

Newport News celebrates their 'champions' after difficult school year

Chesapeake, VA

CHESAPEAKE, Va. — According to the Department of Veterans Affairs, more than 651,000 Americans have died in battle dating back to the Revolutionary War; another more than 530,000 have died while in uniformed service to the country. For each and every one of them, there's a family left behind:...

New monument to honor local Gold Star Families

HAMPTON, Va. — Nearly 18,000 families are waiting to learn if they will get help with housing. The Hampton Redevelopment and Housing Authority took applications for the voucher waitlist for the first time since 2016. Starting May 29, an online portal will be available for applicants to learn if...

18,000 applied for Hampton's housing voucher waiting list

NORFOLK, Va. — Norfolk Fire-Rescue responded to a residential fire in East Norfolk around 1 p.m. on Sunday. Fire crews saw heavy smoke billowing from a two-story townhouse on Stoney Point North and got to work fighting the fire. Crews were able to quickly contain and extinguish the fire...

No one hurt, but resident displaced following Norfolk townhouse fire

VIRGINIA, USA — On this Memorial Day weekend, acts of gun violence across Hampton Roads left at least five people hurt. In Chesapeake, police officers said they responded to a call regarding shots fired at the E-Z Mart near the intersection of Providence and Campostella Roads before 7:30 p.m. Saturday.

'It's sad' | At least 5 men hurt in shootings across Hampton Roads on holiday weekend

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NORFOLK, Va. — Millions of Virginians tried to come back home following Memorial Day weekend, only to find their flights canceled or delayed because of inclement weather. A spokesman with Norfolk International Airport said airlines had to reposition their aircraft due to the disruptions by the weather. One of...

Dozens of travelers wait in airport terminals as bad weather delays flights

NEWPORT NEWS, Va. — A father is suing Newport News Public Schools for millions of dollars after he said a bus attendant assaulted his 9-year-old son. His attorneys filed the suit on May 5. The $15 million lawsuit describes an incident on an NNPS bus on September 30, 2022.

Father files $15 million lawsuit against Newport News bus assistant, driver and school board for allegedly mistreating autistic son

NORFOLK, Va. — Editor's note: This story is a part of our Friday Flavor series. A building in Norfolk that is now Waters Edge Winery sat empty for years, and that had Jason Witt asking his wife, Dyan, questions. He was deployed on the USS Dwight D. Eisenhower during...

Navy veteran opens craft winery in Norfolk. But don’t overlook the sirloin steak and churro fries!

NORFOLK, Va. — Some Norfolk business owners said events like this weekend's Patriotic Festival keep their shops thriving. “Cruise ships, festivals, any big event downtown, we’ll see a lot of overflow from that,” said Brian Zawacki, the owner of Zeke’s on Granby Street. The Patriotic Festival...

Downtown Norfolk businesses excited over the Patriotic Festival's return to Scope

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ELIZABETH CITY, N.C. — A 12-year-old boy who was reported as missing Saturday morning has been found and returned home, and police in Elizabeth City are thanking the public for their help in finding him. According to a police department spokesperson, Ahziir Barnes is 12 years old and is...

12-year-old missing in Elizabeth City found; police thank public

SUFFOLK, Va. — How safe do people living in Suffolk feel?. That’s what city leaders want to know. Suffolk’s Public Safety Committee met for the first time on Wednesday, led by Mayor Mike Duman. “Nobody knows what is needed in a particular neighborhood than the folks that...

Suffolk Public Safety Committee comes together for first meeting to discuss improving city

CHESAPEAKE, Va. — One of the survivors of last year's mass shooting at a Chesapeake Walmart has re-filed her lawsuit against the store, arguing that she was specifically targeted. It’s been six months since a store employee opened fire in the Walmart breakroom. Friends, family and the people of...

Chesapeake mass shooting survivor re-files $50M lawsuit against Walmart

NORFOLK, Va. — Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officers at Norfolk International Airport (ORF) stopped a Dumfries, Virginia man from bringing a loaded handgun onto his flight over the Memorial Day weekend. Officers found the gun on Saturday, after the man went through the X-ray unit at the security checkpoint....

Man cited after bringing loaded gun to Norfolk International Airport TSA checkpoint

Tennessee State

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — If it feels like people are more stressed and anxious lately, it’s because they are. According to the American Psychological Association, 76% of adults in the U.S. say they’ve experienced health effects because of stress in the last month. But where you live...

Virginia Beach is considered one of the 'least stressed' cities in America

NEWPORT NEWS, Va. — A man is in custody in Newport News after he barricaded himself inside a residence with children for several hours. According to a police department spokesperson, this situation unfolded just before Midnight Sunday when their officers were sent to a home on 42nd Street near Roanoke Ave. for what was described as a "domestic situation." Once they were on scene, officers learned that a man was inside the residence and might be armed.

Man barricades himself inside Newport News home with children for several hours

NORFOLK, Va. — More than a million Virginians are expected to hit the road for the long Memorial Day weekend and for those not even traveling, the impacts will still be felt. Traffic got backed up for miles on Interstates 64 and 264 Friday, as hundreds of drivers made...

High gas prices cause headaches in Hampton Roads this Memorial Day weekend

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'It's a Godsend' | Meal on Wheels recipient offers thanks as organization looks for volunteers

NEWPORT NEWS, Va. — William McLaughlin is grateful for what the Meals on Wheels program has done for him. \"For me, it's a Godsend,\" he said....

NEWPORT NEWS, Va. — William McLaughlin is grateful for what the Meals on Wheels program has done for him. "For me, it's a Godsend," he said....

'It's a Godsend' | Meal on Wheels recipient offers thanks as organization looks for volunteers

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