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A Virginia Beach farmer in Pungo hopes recent rainfall will alleviate drought conditions, but uncertainty remains about whether the moisture arrives in time to save seasonal crop yields. Robert Vaughan of Vaughan Farm’s Produce noted the area's ongoing challenges despite the rain.

Chick-fil-A confirmed a data breach involving unauthorized access to customer data, including names, email addresses, and the last four digits of credit card numbers. The incident was confirmed on July 13, 2026, following suspicious login activity to Chick-fil-A One accounts.

Virginia has reported 79 cases of cyclosporiasis, a parasitic illness causing gut problems, which are not connected to a Midwest outbreak. The article highlights the parasite's impact during unusual weather conditions.

Bike lanes are being added to Indian River Road in Chesapeake after recent repaving. The road is now undergoing re-striping, which will introduce the new lanes. Residents in the affected section of Chesapeake are being informed about the changes.

The Chesapeake Police Department will hold its Physical Agility Test on July 25 at the Chesapeake Law Enforcement Training Academy. The test assesses physical requirements for becoming an officer, emphasizing traits like integrity beyond mere strength.

Developers have withdrawn their application to build the Mill Stone Energy Center battery energy storage system in Chesapeake, Virginia. The project was set for a city council vote but was pulled on the day of the scheduled public hearing.

A new program in Virginia Beach called Brave Buddies, created by Destination Family Services and the Autism Society of Tidewater, brings police officers and children with autism together through structured play sessions to build trust and prepare for emergencies.

Virginia's new clean slate law, which took effect at the beginning of the month, has not resolved employment barriers for Charlene Newsome, a mental health counselor with a four-and-a-half-year prison record.

Nearly 3,500 Dominion Energy customers in Isle of Wight, Virginia, lost power on Tuesday afternoon. As of 3:45 p.m., the cause of the outage remains under investigation, with crews assessing the damage. The outage affects nearly a quarter of the area's Dominion Energy customers.

The westbound inside lanes of I-64 near the I-464 interchange in Chesapeake were closed Monday night with a detour in place as police assisted an individual experiencing a mental health crisis. A Virginia Department of Transportation traffic alert confirmed the closure.

The Downtown Eatery & Deli on High Street in Portsmouth, Va., has announced its closure after years of effort to sustain the business. The restaurant highlighted maintaining 5-star ratings on Google and Yelp for 2.5 years in its Facebook post.

A new traffic signal has been installed at the intersection of Jolly Pond Road and Centerville Road in James City County, Virginia, and is scheduled to be activated this week. The change aims to address traffic patterns in the area.

Eight people were injured in a two-vehicle crash on Land of Promise Road in Chesapeake, Virginia. Injuries were not life-threatening, with seven adults and one juvenile taken to the hospital.

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.

A dog was found shot dead inside a trash bag on the side of the road in Sussex County, Virginia. A $2,500 reward is being offered for information leading to an arrest, and Sussex County Animal Services is seeking public assistance.

A home renovator named Cyrus Cross has warrants for his arrest, according to a news report. Victims, including Hampton resident Lark Belanger, accuse him of failing to complete renovation jobs for which they paid substantial amounts.

Two people were arrested after a shots fired incident in Elizabeth City, North Carolina, on July 15 around 7:20 p.m. The incident occurred near Shirley Street and McPherson Street, according to the Elizabeth City Police Department.

A Newport News mother is dissatisfied with communication from Yates Elementary School following allegations of sexual misconduct by a former substitute instructional assistant. Taishawn Miser, 20, faces charges including contributing to the delinquency of a minor and indecent exposure.

One man was killed and another seriously injured after a shooting on Teardrop Lane in Newport News, Virginia, on Friday night. Police responded to the 0 block of the street around 8:50 p.m. and found two victims.

Four people were injured following a shooting and stabbing on Virginia Avenue in Portsmouth, Virginia, as reported by the Portsmouth Police Department. The incident occurred around 2:49 a.m. on July 18 in the 1100 block of Virginia Avenue.

Community members in Portsmouth, Va., are supporting homeless individuals during a Code Red air quality alert caused by Canadian wildfires. Health experts advise caution as the smoke lingers, highlighting risks for people who must be outdoors, including construction workers and the homeless.

Truck drivers are facing higher diesel prices, with the national average at $5.01 per gallon. President Donald Trump's recent speech did not address the issue, which is a concern for the trucking industry. Drivers at Frank's Truck Stop in Chesapeake highlighted diesel prices as a primary worry.

A former Newport News teaching assistant has been charged with indecent exposure and indecent liberties after a viewer reported her 10-year-old son was a victim of sexual misconduct at school. The charges were confirmed by the Newport News Police Department.

Multiple cars were vandalized in a smash-and-grab incident at Brenneman Farm Apartments in Virginia Beach. The attack occurred at an apartment complex near Town Center, with residents reporting shattered trust following the event.

Esequiel Gonzales remains jailed after withdrawing his bond request following accusations of sexually abusing a 5-year-old child and producing child sexual abuse material. He faces multiple felony charges, including aggravated sexual battery of a child and producing child pornography.

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.

An overnight road closure is scheduled for Battlefield Boulevard South at the Great Bridge Bridge in Chesapeake, Va., from 10 p.m. on July 16 until 4 a.m. Friday for essential maintenance work, affecting both northbound and southbound lanes.

CBP officers recovered 163 stolen vehicles in the past year from the Area Port of Norfolk-Newport News, ranking it second in the U.S. behind the New York field office. The Port of Virginia's CBP facility's efforts were highlighted in a recent WAVY report.

Virginia's 3-day sales tax holiday is scheduled for August 7-9, 2026, allowing tax-free purchases of school supplies, clothing, hurricane and emergency preparedness items, and Energy Star™ and WaterSense™ products. The event aims to help residents save money on essential items.

Helen Dragas, CEO of Dragas Companies, denied allegations that her firm had an unfair advantage in its bid to purchase Virginia Beach National Golf Club. She stated her team aimed to submit the best competitive proposal.

Seabirds displaced by the Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel (HRBT) construction will be relocated to a manmade island set to be built in 2027. The island will serve as a safe haven and breeding area for the seabird colony, which was moved in 2020 due to tunnel expansion. An environmental assessment for the project has been approved.

Two individuals were arrested following an assault at the Western Tidewater Regional Jail in Suffolk, Va. on June 16. Josh A. Goins, 29, and Corey J. Lott, 25, were charged with Aggravated Malicious Wounding.

Virginia Beach and Chesapeake have introduced microchip scanning stations to help reunite lost pets with their families. The stations aim to address the issue of pets running away, particularly during summer events like fireworks that can distress animals.

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.

Units in Norfolk responded to a water rescue near Nauticus in the Downtown area at 4:53 a.m. after a man fell into the water. The response was observed via Tower Cam 10.

A Norfolk man reported a coyote attacked his terrier, Obi-Wan Kanobi, on July 8 at his home near Wards Corner. The dog is recovering.

The Chesapeake School Board has selected Dr. Doug Brubaker as Chesapeake Public Schools' superintendent. The board previously reopened its search for a new superintendent in May to find the best candidate.

Pauline Nelson, a 60-year-old disabled woman in Virginia Beach, is facing hunger while waiting for SNAP benefits. She has a knee injury, diabetes, and ADHD, and her niece-in-law was killed in Virginia Beach.

A new eastbound flyover ramp on Route 58 in Suffolk, Virginia, is now open to improve traffic safety. The project is part of the Virginia Department of Transportation's (VDOT) Southeastern Public Service Authority (SPSA) Interchange Improvements Project.

A child was injured after shooting themselves in the hand with a firearm on Ivystone Way in Chesapeake on Sunday afternoon. Authorities responded to the 1200 block at 3:24 p.m. and made contact with the victim.