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SUFFOLK, Va. — Ammunition was discovered on a Suffolk school bus during a random search on Thursday morning, according to a letter sent to parents. A random security search revealed the ammo on board the bus, which was headed to Col. Fred Cherry Middle School. No one was hurt or threatened, and no gun was found.

Ammunition found on school bus at Col. Fred Cherry Middle School in Suffolk

Newport News, VA

NEWPORT NEWS, Va. — Two months after police say a 6-year-old shot his Richneck Elementary teacher, and following multiple guns being brought into schools all over the area, many are wondering what can we do. Wednesday night, more than 30 parents, teachers, school board members and activists tried to...

'Let’s Talk Parenting' | Parents, activists discuss solutions to crime among youth

NEWPORT NEWS, Va. — The Newport News School Board voted on a new $409 million budget Tuesday night, including $1 million to hire 30 new security guards. During a presentation of the budget, the division's chief financial officer, Scarlett Minto, said the plan will support additional staffing requests and include safety officers.

Newport News School Board approves more funding for school security

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — Crews responded to a fire at a Virginia Beach apartment complex Thursday evening. The fire broke out at Indian Lakes Apartments in the 5300 block of Yellow Knife Ct. That's right off Indian River Road. According to the Virginia Beach Fire Department, firefighters got to...

16 units affected in Indian Lakes Apartments fire in Virginia Beach

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — The springtime allergy season is here, and it came early this time around. You might have already noticed a lot of pollen in the air or on your car. A 2023 Allergy Capitals report by nonprofit patient advocacy organization Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) even ranked Virginia Beach high up on its list of "Most Challenging Places to Live with Pollen Allergies."

Springtime allergies in high gear for many in Hampton Roads

Norfolk, VA

NORFOLK, Va. — A fire that destroyed a Family Dollar store in Norfolk last September continues to have an impact on people who live in the area and now no longer have a place to buy most groceries within their neighborhood. In the six months since the fire, the...

Foodbank to provide food to those impacted by Family Dollar fire last year in Norfolk

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

NORFOLK, Va. — A little more than one year has passed since a quintuple shooting outside Chicho's on Granby Street. It ended with three people dead and two others hurt. Since then, several other shootings in the downtown corridor followed, including one outside Legacy Restaurant & Lounge. That incident injured three people and a sheriff's deputy.

Efforts to improve nightlife safety ramp up in Downtown Norfolk

Chesapeake, VA

CHESAPEAKE, Va. — Attorneys in one of the lawsuits filed in the aftermath of the Chesapeake Walmart mass shooting are voluntarily withdrawing their case. Last November, a Walmart manager shot and killed six of his coworkers, before turning the gun on himself. The family of Randy Blevins, one of the victims, filed a $45 million complaint against the corporation and the gunman's estate.

Attorneys voluntarily withdraw Chesapeake Walmart mass shooting wrongful death lawsuit

NEWPORT NEWS, Va. — Newport News police say officers confiscated more than $2 million in drugs and firearms at a "pop-up" market on Wednesday night. According to NNPD, officers were met by two armed security guards outside of the market located in the 10500 block of Jefferson Avenue. That's in the Sedgefield section of the city.

Newport News police confiscate more than $2M in drugs, guns from 'pop-up' market

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

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

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

CHESAPEAKE, Va. — There is a delicate balance between us and our local environment, meaning any disruptions to that relationship are always watched with a closer eye. "No one wants two million or 20 gallons of sewage in a river," said Joe Rieger, Deputy Director of Restoration for the Elizabeth River Project.

How the local ecosystem avoided major impact from Chesapeake sewage spill

Rhode Island State

NORFOLK, Va. — The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association (NOAA) operations center facility in downtown Norfolk will soon be moving out of Hampton Roads. In a statement to constituents on March 15, Senator Jack Reed of Rhode Island announced that the facility would be moving to Naval Station Newport (NAVSTA.)

NOAA moving operations from Norfolk to Rhode Island due to 'economic feasibility'

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

Hampton, VA

HAMPTON, Va. — A man who was found shot inside a car in the Wythe area of Hampton on Thursday afternoon has died, the Hampton Police Division said. The shooting happened in the 300 block of Wakefield Avenue, which is right off Victoria Boulevard. Hampton police got the call shortly after 12:45 p.m.

Police investigate deadly shooting in Wythe area of Hampton

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

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

NORFOLK, Va. — Want to enjoy breakfast in a different way?. On March 25 from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m., you can dine on the wild side and enjoy exclusive early-morning hours at the Virginia Zoo with their 'Breakfast With The Animals' event. There will be several grab-and-go meal...

Rise, shine and enjoy 'Breakfast With The Animals' at the Virginia Zoo

Washington State

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — You don't have to travel the world to experience rich culture. World Culture Festival Hampton Roads is a celebration of diversity around the globe. The Art of Living Foundation, the International Association for Human Values, and other local groups are coming together to bring the event to the area for the first time.

New festival celebrating culture, diversity, and unity coming to Virginia Beach

NORFOLK, Va. — A woman is fighting to get her money back after a possible tax scam. Jermira Warren, of Norfolk, said she's out of more than $3,000, after someone scammed her out of her tax return. In January, Warren said she searched for help to get an estimate...

Woman shares warning after falling victim to tax return scam

HAMPTON, Va. — Health officials are alerting residents in the Northampton section of the City of Hampton about a raccoon that tested positive for the rabies virus. The Hampton and Peninsula Health Districts said the raccoon was "involved in an incident" with several dogs in the 400 block of Cynthia Drive on March 17. All dogs involved are being treated and have received their rabies booster shots.

Hampton health officials warn of raccoon testing positive for rabies

NORFOLK, Va. — Four men were convicted by a federal jury Monday in a 2016 murder-for-hire cold case in Norfolk. And the FBI says their conviction should be a clear warning to other organized drug dealers operating in Hampton Roads. "It's a long time coming for justice to finally...

Murder-for-hire convictions send a message to organized drug traffickers, FBI says

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'Enough is enough': Virginia Beach parent creates petition requesting metal detectors in schools

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — As the investigation into the January shooting at Richneck Elementary School progresses, people are calling for better security in other school divisions....

'Enough is enough': Virginia Beach parent creates petition requesting metal detectors in schools

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