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NEWPORT NEWS, Va. — Since the start of the new year, several students have been caught bringing a gun onto school grounds across Hampton Roads. That includes the 6-year-old boy who police say brought his mother's 9mm handgun into the Richneck Elementary School first-grade classroom and intentionally shot his teacher, Abby Zwerner.

'Lets talk parenting' | Newport News forum aims to address crime among youth

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — The Yuengling Shamrock Marathon Weekend is back in Virginia Beach for its 51st year. On both Saturday and Sunday morning, thousands of runners took over the Virginia Beach oceanfront. It’s an event that draws runners from all over the country and the world, according to J&A Racing Co-Race Director Amy Frostick.

Thousands of runners take off for 51st annual Shamrock Marathon Weekend

Hampton, VA

HAMPTON, Va. — Get ready to go backward and try to crack the code with the "Time-Travel Mystery Gala," organized by Hampton City Schools. On March 24 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Virginia Air and Space Science Center, enjoy the traditional benefits of a gala, such as hors d'oeuvres and live music.

Hollywood meets Hampton: Immerse yourself in this mystery gala that benefits arts, education

Chesapeake, VA

CHESAPEAKE, Va. — If you're an animal lover, it's time to put on your pajamas and get ready to 'pawty!'. From March 25 through the 26 at the Chesapeake Humane Society, you can spend the night in a kennel with a shelter pet to help raise money for the animals in need.

It's time for a 'Slumber Pawty' with furry friends in Chesapeake.

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — Have a heart for animals, but can't adopt any more pets? Consider supporting our Paws for Charity fundraiser now through March 22!. The event raises funds for a special nonprofit animal shelter in Virginia Beach called Hope for Life Rescue. Here's why. Over 18,000 of...

How 'Paws for Charity' helps abused, neglected animals in Hampton Roads

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — In July of 2020, Raymond Harrington of Virginia Beach won $125,000 in a Pick 4 game through the Virginia Lottery. Now, he's won again, and this time it's bigger and better. This time, Harrington is bringing home the $300,000 top prize from the Diamond Bonus...

Feeling lucky: Virginia Beach man wins lottery for second time

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — After more than five years of planning, the Atlantic Park project at the Oceanfront is finally becoming a reality. During a Development Authority Meeting Tuesday morning, one city official said the surf park and entertainment venue backed by Virginia Beach native and Grammy Award winner Pharrell Williams has “made it.”

Virginia Beach Atlantic Park project has 'made it,' city leader says

NEWPORT NEWS, Va. — Virginia personal injury law group Breit Biniazan is joining the legal team representing Abby Zwerner, the Richneck Elementary teacher who was shot by her 6-year-old student in Newport News in January. Prominent Hampton Roads lawyer Jeffrey Breit, a partner at the firm, confirmed to 13News...

Prominent Hampton Roads lawyer joins Abby Zwerner's legal team

York County, VA

Grafton, VA

GRAFTON, Va. — Feeling at home can mean something different for everyone. Whether it's the memories or the company people keep by their side, everyone has a different reason why they say Pop's Drive-In in Grafton feels like home to them. “As we [family] all moved away, get older,...

End of an era | Customers say farewell to Pop's Drive-In, a York County fixture, as it prepares for final closure

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — A $930 million budget proposal for Virginia Beach City Public Schools (VBCPS) is on its way to city council members for approval. Earlier this month, school board members stamped their seal of approval. Plans include revamping the teacher pay scale, improving security, and boosting mental...

Virginia Beach City Public Schools budget for upcoming year nears final approval

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — The topic of local voting rights took center stage at a Virginia Beach NAACP town hall Tuesday night. The election system was historically all-at-large, which means city council candidates could be elected by voters regardless of the district they live in. However, in November, it...

NAACP town hall focuses on voting system in Virginia Beach

Norfolk, VA

NORFOLK, Va. — Dominion Energy crews are working rapidly to fix a power outage that is impacting thousands of customers Monday morning. According to Dominion Energy's outage map, over 3,600 customers in Norfolk were without power or experiencing brief outages shortly after 7 a.m. That number was around 70 - mostly in the Campostella Heights section of Norfolk - by about 10 a.m.

UPDATE: Outage now down to around 70 customers in the Campostella Heights area

NORFOLK, Va. — For 40 years, a family-owned and operated pharmacy in the Ghent section of Norfolk has provided more than just medicine for the community. Now, Colley Discount Pharmacy is preparing to close its doors for good this week, according to a Facebook post. “It’s overwhelming to say...

Colley Discount Pharmacy in Norfolk closing after 40 years in business

NORFOLK, Va. — Going to the dentist can be scary, especially for those who may have never scheduled an appointment in their entire life. That's why KARE Dentistry made it a little bit easier, by bringing the services directly to them. "We do oral health screenings, oral cancer screenings,...

Improving smiles: Mobile clinic offers free dental services in Norfolk

North Carolina State

NORFOLK, Va. — Four North Carolina men were convicted for their role in a 2016 murder-for-hire that resulted in the death of a Norfolk woman, federal prosecutors announced Monday. 59-year-old Lillian Bond was shot to death on April 19, 2016. According to court documents and evidence presented at trial,...

Members of N.C. drug trafficking group convicted for Norfolk murder-for-hire

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — From March 20 through the 26, you can take advantage of some great deals at restaurants in the Virginia Beach Town Center. This is a big week money-wise for several establishments in that area. “We saw our biggest week sales wise last year during Town...

Check out these tasty specials for 'Virginia Beach Town Center Restaurant Week'

HAMPTON, Va. — It's important to listen to your body and its needs. As such, taking care of your health should be a priority. On March 18 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Mary Jackson Community Center in Hampton, you can do so by attending the 'Black Family Health Wellness Expo.'

Check in with your body at the 'Black Family Health Wellness Expo' in Hampton

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — Body cameras are headed to the Virginia Beach Sheriff's Office (VBSO). They are a tool promoted as a way to boost transparency, accountability and protection for the staff. 220 of the devices are on the way after city council members approved funding at roughly $640,000...

More than 200 body-worn cameras to be delivered to Virginia Beach Sheriff's Office

NORFOLK, Va. — Families who've lost loved ones to fentanyl poisoning unveiled a "One Pill Can Kill" billboard Friday in Norfolk. Led by Shannon Doyle, a Virginia Beach mother who lost her 16-year-old daughter Makayla to fentanyl last year, the group says the billboard will remind all who see it how deadly fentanyl is.

'One Pill Can Kill' billboard unveiled in Norfolk

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — The most famous skateboarder in the world has always had a soft spot for Virginia Beach. Tony Hawk sent a special video message to the area during Mayor Bobby Dyer’s State of the City Address Wednesday at the Virginia Beach Convention Center. Hawk announced...

Tony Hawk has a long history with Virginia Beach

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — The Virginia Beach NAACP announced they will be holding a town hall meeting next week to make sure Virginia Beach residents' rights are protected. This comes after the Virginia Beach City Council announced a series of meetings where they are looking for residents' input in the new 10-1 voting system.

NAACP to hold meeting centered on new voting system in Virginia Beach

NEWPORT NEWS, Va. — Contacting your city council member could soon be a lot faster in Newport News as city leaders look into hiring assistants for council members. Mayor Phillip Jones said running a city is a busy job and city council members could use an extra hand to get things done.

Constituent Services Representative: Newport News looking to hire assistants for city council members

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — Tucked away in Sandbridge, you can find Peace, Love and Little Donuts. This spot got its start in Pittsburgh with a mishap from the original owner. "It was like an accident. He put the donut machine together incorrectly. So, they started spitting out small, so that started his brain thinking, this is great, I'm not going to change this," Cricket Hedrick said, co-owner of the Sandbridge location.

'You can eat three and not feel guilty' | Peace, Love and Little Donuts brings small bites of bliss to Virginia Beach

NORFOLK, Va. — Community members will come together to say farewell to their hair for a good cause this St. Patrick's Day weekend. On March 18, the 20th Annual St. Baldrick’s Foundation Fundraiser will be held at O’Connor Brewing Company in Norfolk starting at 11 a.m. The...

St. Baldrick's fundraising event to be held in Norfolk for 20th year

Michigan State

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — It's that time of year when people are slowly returning to the Virginia Beach Oceanfront to enjoy the local food spots and business owners are shaking off the winter cold to give a warm welcome to visitors. At Dough Boys right on 24th and Atlantic...

Virginia Beach Oceanfront serving up excitement in wake of SITW lineup announcement

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Students plunge into the water for 'Cool School Challenge'

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — A cold dip into the ocean did not phase some students in Virginia Beach on Friday. “I wanted to experience the cold...

Students plunge into the water for 'Cool School Challenge'

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