Norrell is gallery’s artist of the month
Joe Norrell was born in Yokosuka, Japan and grew up in Norfolk, Va. From an early age, he was attracted to wildlife and would sketch what he saw.
Jul 2, 2026Open source
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Terrifying moment woman is nearly killed inside 7ft sinkhole until brave officer runs to rescue
A 7ft sinkhole opened in downtown Norfolk, Virginia, last Tuesday afternoon as the east coast city was being battered by torrential rain.
Jul 1, 2026Open source
Virginia officer and bystanders team up to rescue woman trapped in sinkhole
NORFOLK, Va. (WTKR) — A Norfolk police officer and a group of strangers worked together on Tuesday to rescue a woman trapped inside her car after a water m...
Jun 28, 2026Open source
USS Gerald R. Ford returns home after record 326-day deployment
The USS Gerald R. Ford returned to Norfolk, Virginia, on May 16 after completing a record-breaking 326-day deployment.
May 17, 2026Open source
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Virginia basketball to host Old Dominion for non-conference game this November
Virginia basketball continues to build its non-conference schedule, and the Cavaliers have recently added Old Dominion to the docket, per a copy of the game...
Jul 25, 2026Open source
Workers comp rates set to decline — again
Virginia’s 2018 workers compensation insurance reform continues to pay dividends for businesses as insurers propose another rate cut, the seventh in a row.
Jul 25, 2026Open source
Democrats move Va. up to 6th state for presidential primary
Watch Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger delivers the Democratic response to President Donald Trump’s State of the Union address.
Jul 25, 2026Open source
One fallen power line exposed a growing AI data center problem. Here’s how to fix it.
A close call in Northern Virginia revealed just how poorly data centers respond to grid disruptions. Here's how to fix the problem.
Jul 25, 2026Open source
How Loudoun County data centers are linked to power flickering across half the U.S.
A 10-minute power flicker across several states is tied to Data Center Alley in Ashburn, Virginia, according to an engineer's data.
Jul 25, 2026Open source
Federal Judge Rules That FDA’s Mifepristone Restrictions Are Excessive, Unscientific and Unlawful
A federal judge in Virginia ruled in favor of an abortion provider Thursday, finding that the Food and Drug Administration’s most recent set of restriction...
Jul 25, 2026Open source
Culpeper shines on FOX 5’s Zip Trip
FOX 5 is bringing the summer fun – and this week our Zip Trip crew rolled into Culpeper, Virginia!
Jul 24, 2026Open source
Hegseth Makes Good on Ivy League Crackdown With First New Military Fellowship Partners
Hegseth replaces Ivy League military fellowships with new programs at UNC-Chapel Hill and Virginia Tech.
Jul 24, 2026Open source
9-year-old boy riding electric scooter struck and killed in Herndon
A minivan struck and killed a 9-year-old boy riding an electric scooter in Herndon, Virginia, Thursday evening. It happened about 5:30 p.m. in a neighborhood...
Jul 24, 2026Open source
Virginia pastor arrested after sending explicit images to Pa. teen, police say
Kenneth Baldwin, a pastor from Virginia, was arrested after, police claim, he sent explicit images to a York County boy every week for over a year.
Jul 24, 2026Open source
Why Are People Throwing Lemons at Stonewall Jackson?
Discover the legend of Stonewall Jackson and why visitors leave lemons at his Virginia monument.
Jul 23, 2026Open source
Bladenboro’s Virginia Howell to celebrate 100th birthday with family and friends
BLADENBORO — A century of family, faith and community will be celebrated in August as Virginia Bullard Howell marks her 100th birthday.
Jul 23, 2026Open source
VSU students showcase research on national stage
Nine Valdosta State University students recently stepped into the national spotlight and presented their original research at the 2026 National Conference on...
Jul 23, 2026Open source
JK Rowling is a saint for her crusade against Scotland's terrible record on women
OPINION - VIRGINIA BLACKBURN: How are people still going after the Harry Potter author?
Jul 23, 2026Open source
Truck crashes into Sterling home after attempted federal traffic stop
A truck crashed into a home in Sterling, Virginia, after a pursuit initiated by federal agents.
Jul 23, 2026Open source
Dominion Energy drops proposed route for Northern Virginia power line project
Dominion Energy has updated its plans for a massive power line project in Nokesville and Bristow, eliminating a proposed route that faced backlash.
Jul 23, 2026Open source
Woman's remains identified by DNA in Virginia, exposing second alleged murder linked to same 4 suspects
DNA analysis identified a woman months after her remains were found, linking her death to four suspects in a second Virginia murder.
Jul 22, 2026Open source
Alexandria gas-powered leaf blower ban to go into effect in November
Alexandria will become the first city in Virginia to ban gas-powered leaf blowers or leaf vacuums Nov. 17.
Jul 22, 2026Open source
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Norfolk is in Norfolk City County, Virginia.
Region: Virginia
ZIP Codes
23501, 23502, 23503, 23504, 23505, 23506, 23507, 23508, 23509, 23510, 23511, 23513, 23514, 23515, 23517, 23518, 23519, 23523, 23529, 23541, 23551
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Virginia basketball to host Old Dominion for non-conference game this November
Virginia basketball continues to build its non-conference schedule, and the Cavaliers have recently added Old Dominion to the docket, per a copy of the game...
Jul 25, 2026Open source
Workers comp rates set to decline — again
Virginia’s 2018 workers compensation insurance reform continues to pay dividends for businesses as insurers propose another rate cut, the seventh in a row.
Jul 25, 2026Open source
Democrats move Va. up to 6th state for presidential primary
Watch Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger delivers the Democratic response to President Donald Trump’s State of the Union address.
Jul 25, 2026Open source
One fallen power line exposed a growing AI data center problem. Here’s how to fix it.
A close call in Northern Virginia revealed just how poorly data centers respond to grid disruptions. Here's how to fix the problem.
Jul 25, 2026Open source
How Loudoun County data centers are linked to power flickering across half the U.S.
A 10-minute power flicker across several states is tied to Data Center Alley in Ashburn, Virginia, according to an engineer's data.
Jul 25, 2026Open source
Federal Judge Rules That FDA’s Mifepristone Restrictions Are Excessive, Unscientific and Unlawful
A federal judge in Virginia ruled in favor of an abortion provider Thursday, finding that the Food and Drug Administration’s most recent set of restriction...
Jul 25, 2026Open source
Culpeper shines on FOX 5’s Zip Trip
FOX 5 is bringing the summer fun – and this week our Zip Trip crew rolled into Culpeper, Virginia!
Jul 24, 2026Open source
Hegseth Makes Good on Ivy League Crackdown With First New Military Fellowship Partners
Hegseth replaces Ivy League military fellowships with new programs at UNC-Chapel Hill and Virginia Tech.
Jul 24, 2026Open source
9-year-old boy riding electric scooter struck and killed in Herndon
A minivan struck and killed a 9-year-old boy riding an electric scooter in Herndon, Virginia, Thursday evening. It happened about 5:30 p.m. in a neighborhood...
Jul 24, 2026Open source
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36.8466000, -76.2855000
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