Virginia Beach

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 Beach police are searching for a suspect accused of swindling a seller for a Rolex in June. The case involves a fraudulent transaction related to a luxury watch.

A Virginia Beach police officer evades a spinning back kick from a martial arts master during a chase, as shown in a viral video. The suspect attempted the move as the officer closed in, but the officer narrowly avoided the strike.

A vehicle caught fire in Virginia Beach on Lynnhaven Parkway, but no one was injured as the car was unoccupied when emergency crews arrived.

Virginia Beach restaurants and hospitality groups are launching a campaign called '86 the VB Meals Tax' to eliminate the city's 6% meals tax. The Virginia Beach Restaurant Association and Virginia Restaurant, Lodging & Travel Association are leading the grassroots effort.

A man forced entry into the Pet Care Veterinary Hospital in Virginia Beach, assaulted two staff members, and damaged property on July 2. The individual had previously been a client of the hospital.

Mayor Bobby Dyer launched the Task Force for a Safer Virginia Beach to address public safety concerns following a busy 4th of July weekend. The task force includes 19 members from community, law enforcement, political, and other sectors.

Virginia Beach terminated a woman’s housing voucher, and a nonprofit claims the city violated fair housing laws. The Legal Aid Society of Eastern Virginia filed a lawsuit, alleging the city failed to make necessary accommodations.

Virginia Beach City Council will consider using open space funds to acquire a 1/10th acre parcel at the Rudee Loop park site, with a proposed $3 million expenditure.

Sentara Princess Anne Hospital in Virginia Beach experienced a four-hour air conditioning outage during extreme heat. The hospital restored the system, and Virginia health officials warned that the heat is causing medical issues for hundreds.

A fast-moving brush fire burned through a marsh in Virginia Beach Saturday night, keeping firefighters on scene for nearly three hours before it was contained. No homes or injuries were reported.

Traffic on I-264 west in Virginia Beach is impacted as multiple lanes near Independence Boulevard are closed following a multi-vehicle crash. One vehicle has overturned onto the left shoulder.

Sandbridge Road in Virginia Beach was temporarily closed after a single-vehicle crash caused serious injuries to a man on Saturday morning. The incident occurred around 7:45 a.m. in the 700 block of Sandbridge Road, according to the Virginia Beach Police Department.

Two people were treated for minor injuries after a boat capsized near Second Island of the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel on July 3. Virginia Beach authorities, including police, fire, and EMS, responded to the incident.

A man has pleaded guilty to three charges of recording a person without consent in a bathroom at Crunch Fitness. The case was handled by the Virginia Beach Circuit Court.

Virginia Beach hotels are nearly sold out for the July 4 weekend, according to John Zirkle, president of the Virginia Beach Hotel Association. The city's over 13,000 hotel rooms have few vacancies remaining ahead of the holiday.

Five children were injured after a fire pit spread into a yard on Atlantic Avenue in Virginia Beach. The incident occurred Wednesday night, as reported by the Virginia Beach Fire Department.

The Justice Department has sued Virginia over its assault weapons ban, citing unconstitutionality. Additional headlines include Virginia rejoining a regional carbon emissions marketplace and a protest against a university name change.

Aid groups warn Venezuela's healthcare system is at breaking point after earthquakes killed nearly 2,000 people. Virginia Beach resident Maria Donoso is involved in efforts to provide assistance.

The Supreme Court ruled in favor of the Trump Administration's decision to revoke temporary protected status for migrants from Haiti and Syria, leading to fears among local Haitians in Virginia Beach about potential Immigration and Customs Enforcement actions.

Vice President JD Vance praised Oceana pilots ahead of the 4th of July weekend and criticized former President Joe Biden while discussing his war philosophy in Virginia Beach.

The article provides swimming and boating safety tips ahead of the Fourth of July weekend, highlighting increased outdoor and water activities during the holiday. It mentions NC Wildlife's safety initiatives and references 10 On Your Side's coverage.

Lifeguards in Virginia Beach's Oceanfront are trained to assist with heat exhaustion, which is a concern during the hot Fourth of July weekend. Despite the heat, out-of-town visitors are present.

The Virginia Beach Police Department (VBPD) has adopted Peregrine Technologies, a data-integration platform, to enhance operational efficiency and modernize police operations. VBPD officials state the tool simplifies their work, with police technology administrator Brandon Kyle explaining its benefits.

A bear was sighted in Virginia Beach, with Andria Jordan's family experiencing their first encounter after 15 years in their backyard. The sighting occurred around 10:30 p.m. on Friday when family friend Elizabeth Morgan, who was dog sitting, heard a noise.

Potbelly Sandwich Works is opening its second Virginia Beach location at Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek–Fort Story. The grand opening celebration will take place on June 30 from 10 a.m. to noon, featuring the Potbelly Perks Plinko event for prizes.

A man was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries after a shooting on Peridot Drive in Virginia Beach before 1 a.m. Officers responded to the incident and transported the victim to the hospital.

All westbound lanes on I-264 near First Colonial Road in Virginia Beach are closed due to a multi-vehicle crash, as reported by VDOT. WAVY has contacted Virginia State Police for further details.

Venezuelans in Virginia Beach are reacting to devastating back-to-back earthquakes that caused widespread destruction in the country. Rescue and recovery efforts are underway following a rare 'doublet' seismic event. A Venezuelan resident, Reinaldo Portillo, highlighted the lack of technology and preparation for such disasters.

The WAVY Navy Ship Salute visits Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek–Fort Story to explore landing craft air cushions (LCACs) operated by Assault Craft Unit 4. These high-speed amphibious hovercraft transport Marines, their equipment, and weapons systems directly to destinations.

A Portsmouth man was arrested after a shooting on Carew Road in Virginia Beach. The incident occurred just after midnight on June 15, and the victim was hospitalized with serious injuries.

City managers in Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Newport News, and Hampton are seeking Gov. Abigail Spanberger's support to address disorderly 'takeover & pop-up' events involving young people. These unplanned mass gatherings have caused safety concerns in multiple cities.

The article discusses challenges of hosting summer cookouts amid inflation-driven grocery costs and offers budget-stretching advice from a local market owner. Patrick McBrayer of Foodies—The Local’s Market provides tips to maintain quality while reducing expenses for summer gatherings.

A 25-year-old man from Virginia Beach was granted bond after being accused of fatally shooting his father on Father's Day. The incident occurred in Virginia Beach, and the accused remains free pending further legal proceedings.

Henley, Virginia Beach’s longest-serving council member, has represented the area for 40 years. Some decisions are now being made over her objections, and she seeks four more years in office.

A child was hospitalized with serious injuries after a pedestrian crash on South Military Highway in Virginia Beach. The incident occurred on June 24 at approximately 6:27 p.m., according to the Virginia Beach Police Department.

Security cameras recorded a car theft at Car Choice dealership on Virginia Beach Boulevard in Virginia Beach after it closed on June 18. A dealership representative mentioned they have many cars and are stacking them, but did not elaborate further.

The $80M Greater Williamsburg Sports and Events Center opened in Williamsburg, Virginia. Partner municipalities emphasized avoiding past mistakes made by Virginia Beach with its Sports Center.

A former Virginia Beach high school track coach was indicted for sexual misconduct involving a 14-year-old girl. The indictment relates to incident liberties with the minor.

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.