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Record-breaking year for cold-stunned turtle rescues
A turtle becomes cold-stunned when it cannot reach warmer waters before the temperature of its habitat drops too low. Cold water can weaken turtles, making it harder for them to swim.
Hometown role model recognized with Portsmouth basketball court dedication
Those with Big H.O.M.I.E.S. Community Outreach dedicated a basketball court to former Detroit Piston Vernon Macklin. Organizers hope the recognition will inspire kids to believe in themselves.
No bond for Virginia Beach man facing new stalking charges
A Virginia Beach man accused of stalking a woman will remain in jail until his next court hearing, after a judge denied his request to be sent to a treatment facility.
U.S. Army veteran who served in WWII celebrates her 103rd birthday!
On Friday, loved ones gathered at the Hampton VA to honor Beatrice Coleman. The celebration was organized by the Lorraine Bethea Hospice Foundation.
First Warning Forecast: Severe storm risk today, A cooler weekend
Scattered showers & storms this afternoon, severe storm risk. Cooler and less humid this weekend. Several rain chances next week.
Hampton University expanding workforce development program
Hampton University expanding workforce development program, promoting university's roots and addressing community needs
Warner calls for Hegseth to resign following loss of F/A-18s
Virginia U.S. Senators Warner, Kaine share thoughts on three fighter jets lost from Norfolk-based USS Harry S. Truman aircraft carrier
Robert Francis Prevost, first American pope in history, takes name Pope Leo XIV
White smoke billowed from the Sistine Chapel chimney on Thursday, signaling that a new pope has been elected.
Daughter shoots, kills 90-year-old father in home on Rodney Lane: VBPD
Jennifer Mulligan is arrested and accused of shooting and killing Woodard McClure in a home on Rodney Lane Wednesday morning, according to Virginia Beach police.
School staff saves student after he goes into cardiac arrest at Larkspur Middle
A Virginia Beach 7th grader went into cardiac arrest in PE class at Larkspur Middle school in March. The school nurse and other staff reacted quickly with CPR and an AED and saved his life.
Familiar faces of WTKR as we celebrate our 75th
On April 2, 1950, the first television station in Hampton Roads went on air, and over the years, we've become acquainted with many familiar faces.
Traffic could move onto new Deep Creek Bridge by the end of year
Construction started in 2023, and instead of the City of Chesapeake working on it, it’s actually being constructed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.
Students give Virginia Beach bus driver a heartfelt surprise
Students and parents at New Castle Elementary school in Virginia Beach wrote to New Three and wanted us to surprise their bus driver, Bianca Patterson, with our Everyday Hero award.
Gloucester man convicted on child sex crimes has 45-year sentence suspended
A 62-year-old Gloucester man had his 45-year sentence suspended after pleading guilty to multiple child sex crimes, according to the Gloucester County Sheriff's Office.
Fighter jet landing on USS Harry S. Truman aircraft carrier goes overboard
An F/A-18 fighter jet landing on the USS Harry S. Truman aircraft carrier in the Red Sea went overboard, forcing its two pilots to eject, a defense official told The Associated Press on Wednesday.
Will politics keep Canadians away from VB? The local tourism industry hopes not
With U.S. destinations reporting double-digit drops in Canadian tourists amid political tensions, Virginia Beach is hoping to keep its largest group of international travelers from looking elsewhere.
Argument led to deadly shooting outside Chances Restaurant & Lounge: Police
'I'll stay here:' Hampton business owner reacts to shooting at nearby business that police say killed a 29-year-old man
Supreme Court allows Trump's ban on transgender troops to take effect
The U.S. Supreme Court will allow the Trump administration to enforce its ban on transgender individuals serving in the military.
Gabby Douglas earns spot in US Olympic & Paralympic Hall of Fame
Former Olympic gymnast and Virginia Beach's own Gabby Douglas has made the 2025 class of the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Hall of Fame.
JACKALOPE Festival returns for third year at VB Oceanfront
The Montréal-based action sports festival will kick off in Virginia Beach from May 30 through June 1.
Two tractor trailers catch fire on Gilmerton Bridge
A tractor trailer caught fire on the Gilmerton Bridge early Tuesday morning, according to the Chesapeake Fire Department.
Daughter of new Navy ship's namesake watches on as ship arrives in Norfolk
Escorted by tugs, the USNS Robert E. Simanek slowly arrived pierside at Naval Station Norfolk Monday for a ceremonial welcome.
Norfolk man accused of creating fake GoFundMe for fallen Virginia Beach officers
A man is arrested and accused of creating a fake GoFundMe account aimed at raising money for the loved ones of fallen Virginia Beach Police Officers Christopher Reese and Cameron Girvin.
Trump admin offers $1,000 to migrants who self-deport using CBP One app
The Trump administration is offering financial incentives to encourage individuals in the U.S. illegally to voluntarily leave the country.
U.S. Navy's newest vessel USNS Simanek to arrive at Naval Station Norfolk Monday
The U.S. Navy's newest vessel, USNS Robert E. Simanek (T-ESB 7), is set to make its arrival at Naval Station Norfolk on Monday.
2 hurt in shooting at Food Lion grocery store in Edenton, police say
Two people were hurt in a shooting at an Edenton, North Carolina, grocery store on Sunday night, police said.
VDOT announces long term lane closures on I-64 in Newport News starting May 5
As part of the project, travel lanes in both directions of I-64 will be reduced from four lanes to three
Rivers Casino to break ground on Landing Hotel Portsmouth this summer
Rivers Casino is further filling in its footprint in Academy Park with plans to break ground on a new hotel near this summer, Portsmouth Mayor Shannon Glover announced Friday.
Dump truck's tire explodes, causing it to fall off I-664 overpass & catch fire
A dump truck caught fire and spilled fuel after falling off the I-664 overpass on Friday, according to Suffolk Fire & Rescue.
Man accused of killing Virginia Beach woman found after evading police overnight
Deric Lee Jr., the suspect accused of killing a woman in Virginia Beach, is in custody Thursday after evading officers during a police chase and manhunt overnight, VBPD says.
As federal student loan collections resume, what options do borrowers have?
With federal student loan collections back in effect, millions of borrowers face renewed pressure. Discover your options and what to expect starting Monday.
87 animals taken from Hayes property due to 'unsanitary and inhumane conditions'
87 animals were taken from a property in Hayes due to unsafe conditions, according to Gloucester County Animal Control.
Healthy Dude Episode 2: Dispelling the myths of 'brain attacks' AKA strokes
Are you at risk for a stroke and may not know it? There are some common misconceptions when it comes to "brain attacks" also known as strokes.
Police chase leads to crash, homicide suspect manhunt in Portsmouth neighborhood
a shelter-in-place alert was issued for more than two hours in West Norfolk while officers searched for a homicide suspect late Wednesday night into Thursday, according to police.
5 family members reported missing have been found safe: Chesapeake police
Chesapeake police were looking for five missing family members, two adults and three minors. Police say they were reported missing by a concerned family member, who said this is not normal behavior.
Private photo led to retirement of Kempsville teacher now accused of trespassing
A former Kempsville High teacher was allegedly reported by a student who claims to have inadvertently seen a picture of the teacher’s “private parts" shortly before he retired, records say.
Old Dominion University tuition is going up 3% this fall
The Old Dominion University (ODU) Board of Visitors voted to implement a 3% increase in tuition and fees for the upcoming academic year.
Portsmouth mother shares story of heartbreak on National Fentanyl Awareness Day
Though one Portsmouth mom tried to help her son through an addiction, life's stressors took over. Her worst fear came true in September 2021 when he died.
VBPD Chief says teens, young adults are bringing guns to Oceanfront
Police say the dozens of arrests made from Friday night to early Sunday morning resulted in nearly 200 criminal charges.
How Amazon's new Virginia Beach facility helps deliver packages faster
On Tuesday, Amazon representatives and state and local leaders celebrated a ribbon cutting of the new facility off Dam Neck Road, not far from Naval Air Station Oceana.
3 indicted almost 7 years after woman was found shot to death in Suffolk
Three people have been indicted in connection to the death of 23-year-old Kiara Etheridge, marking a major breakthrough in the 2018 cold case.
New bill could bring back death by firing squad option for NC death row inmates
North Carolina lawmakers will discuss a bill Tuesday that would give death row inmates the option to choose between three execution methods: lethal injection, electrocution, or firing squad.
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