Suffolk

Two people were displaced following a kitchen fire that broke out at an apartment complex on Columbus Avenue. The incident occurred in Suffolk on Saturday afternoon.

The City of Suffolk has announced multiple upcoming road closures. These closures are for necessary railway crossing upgrades, and all scheduled work is expected to be completed by August 22.

Drivers in Suffolk, Va., must plan for a road closure of Shoulders Hill Road due to emergency repairs. The road will be shut down in both directions at the railroad crossing located just south of Dutchess Way. These repairs are scheduled to occur between August 10-12, 2026.

10 On Your Side featured a mother and son in Suffolk whose planned important trip was interrupted when their wheelchair accessible van broke down. Through donations from the community, the family was able to get their journey back on track.

A 50-year-old Portsmouth woman was murdered in Suffolk in 2024, and her family continues to seek answers as police have closed the case without making an arrest.

Sam Harris, a 56-year-old Virginia resident, will vote for the first time after Gov. Abigail Spanberger restored civil rights to 66,000 formerly incarcerated people. Harris received a phone call confirming his eligibility following the restoration.

The Telegraph, a right-wing publication critical of green policies, published an article highlighting the UK's rising temperatures and the impact of wildfires on families, sparking speculation about a shift in its stance on climate issues. Kemi Badenoch defended the government's net zero position in response to the article's focus on environmental threats.

UK wildfires have prompted demands for guaranteed access to aerial support, with ongoing efforts in Scotland’s Cairngorms following the use of helicopters and drones in Suffolk last week to combat blazes.

All northbound lanes at the Monitor-Merrimac Memorial Bridge-Tunnel in Suffolk were temporarily closed due to a crash. The Virginia Department of Transportation reported traffic backed up approximately 1.25 miles and detours were in place.

A Suffolk family is seeking community assistance after their wheelchair accessible van broke down, jeopardizing an upcoming trip for Kaden Dickerson, who has Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy and relies on his wheelchair and medical equipment for travel.

A man was injured in a non-life-threatening shooting on North Capital Street in Suffolk, Virginia, on July 31 at approximately 11:59 p.m., according to the Suffolk Police Department.

Suffolk wildfires are threatening Ralph Fiennes' house, and the National Trust has launched a public appeal due to the 'total devastation' of a vital nature reserve.

Suffolk is dealing with the aftermath of an unprecedented wildfire that has caused 'total devastation,' affecting homeowners and holidaymakers. Flames have spread across heathland and neared a nuclear power plant.

A wildfire in Suffolk has burned for three days, with firefighters using water and seawater from helicopters to protect homes. Experts warn the affected area could take up to 25 years to recover.

Suffolk police are seeking public assistance to solve the 1988 murder of Terrence Montgomery. The case remains unsolved, and authorities are asking for any information that could lead to a resolution.

Loudoun County, Virginia, home to over 250 data centers, is considering pausing new data center applications amid community concerns over unchecked growth. Other Virginia localities like Suffolk, Front Royal, and Chesapeake are also reviewing or delaying data center development to address environmental and regulatory impacts.

Holidaymakers were evacuated as firefighters fought a large wildfire in Suffolk. The incident involved significant efforts to control the blaze.

A storm chaser captured footage of a spout during a Tuesday night storm in Suffolk, Va., which caused damage to tarps at commercial piers but no reports of rotation touching land. The event drew attention from passersby and storm chasers, though only strong winds were reported.

A major incident has been declared after a large wildfire broke out in Suffolk, with the UK warned of a 'new normal' regarding such events.

A federal judge ordered the release of Victor Perez Martin after ruling his detention by ICE officials was unlawful. The case involves ICE arresting Martin in Suffolk and a judicial determination that the detention lacked legal basis.

Counter-terror police are investigating a threat to an Islamic event in Suffolk, where a man has been charged with weapons offences. The incident occurred at Shrubland Hall in Coddenham, near Ipswich.

Four individuals were arrested and charged in connection with a burglary at Lakeland High School in Suffolk, Virginia. The incident involves a security breach at the educational institution.

Suffolk rejected a small solar farm project due to opposition from neighbors. Councilmember Timothy Johnson stated the project was 'out of place' despite acknowledging it was not inherently flawed.

The Stop the Bleed program conducted training at a Suffolk, Va. school to teach educators run-hide-fight concepts for emergency situations. The session was organized by the Western Tidewater Health District and Virginia Department of Health.

The Royal Air Force station in Suffolk, England, serves as a key in-air refueling station for the U.S. Air Force during its operations against Iran. The facility is described as a crucial part of these military efforts.

Camp Scrubs is a free program for seventh-through-ninth graders at Bon Secours' Harbour View Medical Center in Suffolk, designed to inspire future healthcare professionals. Participants engage in activities to explore careers in medicine.

An Air Quality Health Advisory for ozone has been issued for New York City and surrounding counties by the Department of Environmental Conservation. The advisory is active from 11:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. on Tuesday, with elevated outdoor air quality levels expected.

Hundreds gathered in Suffolk, Va., to protest an ICE detention after a viral video of the arrest. The man detained was identified as Victor Alfredo Perez Martin by the Department of Homeland Security, and immigration attorney James Reyes shared a video detailing the incident.

Wilroy Road in Suffolk, VA will be temporarily closed from July 13-31 for utility improvements as part of the Hampton Roads Sanitation District Suffolk Pump Station Replacement Project.

Suffolk Animal Control issued an animal trapping ban advisory in Suffolk, Virginia, due to high temperatures to prevent heatstroke risks for animals in confined spaces.

A viral video shows a violent arrest by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents in Suffolk, Virginia, near the Sentara BelleHarbour campus. The incident occurred Monday, and WAVY is seeking permission to share the footage.

Two British women accused Tyrion Davis, a US airman, of rape in Suffolk. They testified at a court martial on a US base, with one victim describing violent attacks and receiving medical attention for injuries.

Virginia State Police reported 15 deaths in 14 crashes across multiple counties and cities during the four-day Independence Day holiday period from July 2 to July 5.

Portsmouth, Suffolk, and Chesapeake have adopted a regional 'one bin' recycling initiative, causing concern among a Hampton Roads recycler about moving away from blue bins.

Crews responded to a landfill fire on Bob Foeller Drive in Suffolk, Virginia, just before 11 p.m. Monday night. Officials confirmed the fire was contained to a 50' by 50' area with no threat to structures.

Suffolk firefighters are preparing for a busy holiday weekend amid a major heat wave. The Suffolk Department of Fire and Rescue is prioritizing crew safety as extreme heat increases fire risks.

Virginia’s new budget allows most cities and counties to hold referendums on sales taxes for school construction and renovation, but the school project sales tax will not appear on the ballot in Suffolk this year.

A person was airlifted after a crash on Pittmantown Road in Suffolk, Virginia, on June 30 at around 6:01 p.m. The Suffolk Department of Fire & Rescue responded to the incident involving a pinned occupant in the 2900 block of Pittmantown Road.

A 28-year-old woman from Suffolk, Virginia, has been missing since July 27 and was last seen at her home. Authorities are using Crime Line to assist in the search, with descriptions provided of her physical appearance.

Suffolk's fire marshal warns that severe drought conditions could significantly increase fire risk, citing a recent two-alarm brush fire that burned 100 acres near Lummis and Copeland roads.