Hampton Roads

Heavy rain is causing flooding concerns in Hampton Roads as the area continues to experience persistent rainfall.

Heavy rain and potential flooding threaten the Hampton Roads area and Northeastern North Carolina as severe weather impacts the region. Many residents are experiencing the effects of the storm on Thursday.

A study by The Action Network found that Norfolk, Virginia, has the worst odds in the state for McDonald's locations having a down ice cream machine. The issue affects Hampton Roads city, as reported by WAVY.

The Norfolk Department of Public Health launched a new free platform called Front Door on July 8 to help uninsured adults in southern Hampton Roads access healthcare. The platform is intended to provide free and affordable healthcare resources for that population.

The article discusses HVAC tips for managing air quality during wildfire smoke events, emphasizing the use of thicker air filters to capture more particles. Richard Barnes, an HVAC technician from Kellam Home Services, provides guidance to residents in Hampton Roads, Virginia, where haze from wildfires is affecting air quality.

The Virginia Department of Health (VDH) addressed a Code Red air quality alert in Hampton Roads due to wildfire smoke, with haze worsening inland. The Super Doppler 10 weather team noted visible gray skies caused by the smoke.

WAVY TV 10's Drone 10 provided aerial coverage of haze in Hampton Roads caused by wildfires in Canada and Minnesota. The smoke has persisted throughout the week, affecting local skies.

Local doctors in Hampton Roads, Virginia, are urging precautions due to poor air quality and heat, particularly for those with respiratory issues. Dr. Xian Qiao of Sentara Healthcare highlighted the dangers of smoke particulates, which are smaller than human hair but harmful.

Residents in Hampton Roads can now store their driver’s license on their phone using a new mobile app. Over 300,000 people in the state have downloaded the Mobile ID app as of July 16.

The article discusses the current drought status in Hampton Roads and mentions that state officials could enforce mandatory conservation measures if conditions worsen.

Mercy Chefs is hosting weekly Summer Backpack Giveaway events every Wednesday from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. in Hampton Roads, with a culminating free block party in Portsmouth in August. The program provides food-filled backpacks at specified locations.

SpaceX launched a Falcon 9 rocket carrying 29 Starlink satellites from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida around 5 a.m. The launch caught the attention of Hampton Roads residents, who shared their observations with WAVY.

The Fourth of July holiday generated a tourism boom in Virginia, with Virginia Beach and Williamsburg reporting some of their strongest hotel occupancy rates in years. The Virginia Tourism Corporation highlighted the Hampton Roads region's success during the holiday weekend.

Virginia nonprofit RFK Outreach has launched a STEM Cybersecurity Mobile Bus to educate underserved students in the Hampton Roads region, funded by a $200,000 state appropriation. The initiative, led by founders Kimberly and Ricardo Frost, aims to expand access to cybersecurity and technology training for students who cannot attend their existing Cyber Academy.

The Hampton Roads Chamber of Commerce has launched a new magazine called 'Livability: Start in Hampton Roads' to attract workers and prevent them from leaving the area. The event was held at Nauticus in Norfolk, Va.

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement arrested 10,000 people nationwide over five days at the end of last month, with residents in Hampton Roads witnessing detentions in their neighborhoods. The arrests occurred in Virginia Beach and other areas, prompting local residents to report being on 'full alert.'

Virginia funds gun violence prevention programs emphasizing direct outreach. National studies suggest firearm safety courses may also help reduce gun violence, though the article does not confirm their effectiveness in Hampton Roads.

Virginia health officials report 737 emergency department visits due to heat-related illnesses over a four-day period during the Independence Day holiday weekend. The Virginia Department of Health linked the surge in cases to extreme, record-breaking temperatures impacting the Commonwealth.

Virginia Zoo staff are ensuring animals stay cool during an extreme heat warning in Hampton Roads. The zoo is implementing measures to protect animal welfare amid high temperatures.

Dominion Energy states it is prepared for extreme heat impacting Hampton Roads, Virginia. The article notes the region's high temperatures and mentions challenges like laying asphalt during the heat. Air conditioning is highlighted as a key factor in managing the situation.

The article discusses the dangers of rising temperatures in Hampton Roads, Virginia, emphasizing the importance of distinguishing between heat exhaustion and heat stroke. It references a WAVY meteorologist explaining the effects of heat on the body.

Crude oil prices have fallen 36% from their April peak, while gasoline prices have dropped only 22% from their May high. The article highlights the disconnect between the two prices, noting that refined gasoline comes from crude oil but their prices do not move in lockstep.

NATO conducted a major exercise in Hampton Roads, showcasing cooperation. The Joint Forces Command Norfolk is transitioning from US to British command following the conclusion of FLEETEX.

The US Transportation Department provided a $310 million loan to develop 45 miles of express lanes in Hampton Roads. The loan was awarded to the Hampton Roads Transportation Accountability Commission, with US Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy describing the investment as transformative.

The article discusses how rising temperatures, particularly around Independence Day, are prompting people in Hampton Roads, Virginia, to seek water-based activities for cooling. Eliza Ross, an aquatic specialist for the YMCA, highlights the increased demand for such activities as heat intensifies.

Navies from around the world are conducting a joint exercise called FLEETEX in Hampton Roads, involving 30 ships in the Atlantic. This marks the first such drill in the area in decades.

Two Hampton Roads veterans, Christine Riggins and Nathan Mercer, received donated cars through a partnership between Geico and the National Auto Body Council in Chesapeake, Virginia.

Hampton Roads communities are allocating opioid settlement funds to support prevention, treatment, and outreach programs, addressing gaps in care beyond treatment beds as noted by local officials.

Mercy Chefs, a local disaster relief non-profit, is providing meals to nearly 3,000 students in Hampton Roads through the Backpack Build as part of its Summer Feeding Initiative.

A tornado warning has expired for parts of northeastern North Carolina, Virginia Beach, and Chesapeake as severe weather moves into the Hampton Roads and northeastern North Carolina regions. The warning was in effect for northwestern Currituck and Camden counties, as well as southeastern Chesapeake and Virginia Beach until 4:15 p.m.

Hampton Roads' history and prosperity are tied to the sea. The first episode of The Future Project with Chris Dickon explores the maritime industry, global trade, regional cooperation, and challenges affecting the region's future.

Mariner's Row, a new military housing community with 64 townhomes, has opened near Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek-Fort Story in Hampton Roads. The community was built by Liberty Military Housing and aims to provide housing for military families.

Hampton Roads Transit has introduced a tap-to-pay feature for public transit, allowing riders to pay without a physical pass. The GoMobile app enables frequent riders to save money on their fares.

Virginia Beach's Department of Human Services is offering assistance as high temperatures are expected to approach triple digits, prompting warnings from the WAVY-TV weather team. The heatwave follows pleasant early-week temperatures in Hampton Roads.

A dentist has volunteered for over three decades at the Chesapeake Care Clinic in Hampton Roads to assist individuals who cannot afford dental care.

Thunderstorms caused widespread damage across Hampton Roads, with thousands still without power as Dominion Energy crews work to restore it. WAVY viewers submitted photos and videos of the storm damage in neighborhoods across the region.

Thousands in Hampton Roads are without power following severe thunderstorms. Outages are concentrated in Hampton, Newport News, and James City County, with Dominion Energy crews working to restore electricity.

HVAC repair teams in Portsmouth, Va., are working 12-hour shifts due to prolonged heat causing increased air conditioner usage. Smiley's Heating and Cooling reports a busy forecast with extensive driving across Hampton Roads as demand rises.

Jen Kiggans, a Republican from Virginia Beach, supports U.S. military actions against Iran but acknowledges the conflict's impact on rising fuel prices. Democrats criticize her stance, linking it to economic strain on voters. Kiggans faces a competitive congressional race amid these challenges.

Virginia plans to reinvest express lane and toll revenue into public transit rather than road projects, aiming to address congestion and affordability. The state expects to generate $46.5 million from express lanes, which are part of efforts to improve transportation options in Northern Virginia and Hampton Roads. The Commuter Choice Program, which partners with local agencies, helps reduce traffic by shifting commuters to transit and using toll funds for infrastructure improvements.