'Last year a dog won' | Kid-led 'straightest stick' contest brings smiles to Minnesota village
Siblings Setona and Soren Mahoney hosted their second annual straightest stick competition in Marine on St. Croix, Minnesota.
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Norfolk Public Schools delays Ghent School closure, but consolidation plan remains
Norfolk Public Schools delayed The Ghent School's planned closure Monday, citing relocation challenges while keeping consolidation plans in place.
Newport News voters weigh in on candidates ahead of Election Day
From school policies to taxes, voters at a Newport News candidate forum shared what they want to hear from the people hoping to lead their city.
Brewers-Rays will produce a first-time champion, and maybe the first all-indoor World Series
The Milwaukee Brewers and Tampa Bay Rays will face off in the first World Series between title-less teams since the Phillies defeated the Kansas City Royals in 1980.
Portions of NC12 closed due to nor'easter
NC 12 on the Outer Banks is closed from the Marc Basnight Bridge to Rodanthe.
Did anyone win Powerball's $607M jackpot? Here are the winning numbers for Oct. 19
A $607 million jackpot was up for grabs in Monday's Powerball drawing. Here are the winning numbers.
Japan launches spacecraft to mysterious moons of Mars in a bold mission to bring home soil samples
Five of the world's space agencies have joined forces for the five-year mission that will attempt to land a robotic prospector plus a rover on Mars' moon Phobos.
Man sentenced to 23 years for fatal shooting at Virginia Beach ugly sweater Christmas party
A Portsmouth man was sentenced to 23 years for fatally shooting a man and injuring another at a 2023 Christmas party.
Man who took Peachy the flamingo from Las Vegas hotel exhibit found guilty of animal cruelty
A jury convicted a Canadian tourist of animal cruelty charges for snatching a flamingo named Peachy at a Las Vegas hotel.
North Carolina has the cheapest regular gas in the nation, according to AAA
Gas prices can vary by location, and drivers are encouraged to check local station prices before filling up.
SCC staff recommend rejecting Dominion-NextEra merger, unless changes are made
Virginia State Corporation Commission staff recommend rejecting the proposed $67B merger between Dominion Energy and NextEra unless dozens of changes are made.
Video shows Arizona mother fighting off home intruder; suspect claims role-play setup
An Arizona woman claimed the man assaulted her and her 1-year-old daughter after entering her home uninvited.
Lay's introduces seasonal Thanksgiving-inspired chips ahead of the holidays
Lay's will soon release five seasonal flavors just in time for Thanksgiving and Christmas.
Trump: New Mexico should 'immediately' change its name to New America
President Donald Trump suggested again on Monday that New Mexico should change its name to New America.
Nor'easter brings sand, water to parts of the Outer Banks as crews work to protect NC 12
Another nor’easter threatens NC 12 with wind and waves as crews work to strengthen sand dunes.
Gelato sold at Lidl stores recalled over listeria
Lidl US is recalling one batch of Gelatelli Coffee & Vanilla Gelato with Coffee Sauce & Cookie Pieces because it may be contaminated with listeria.
Hampton Roads school superintendents discuss proposed 1% sales tax for school construction
Four Hampton Roads school superintendents are speaking out about aging school buildings and the need for additional funding ahead of Election Day.
Virginia AG Jay Jones launches voter protection unit: 'We are going to pursue all avenues'
Attorney General Jay Jones launches a voter protection unit, pledging to defend voting rights amid a clash with the Trump administration over election integrity.
How France’s worst rioting in years erupted and how the government responded
Rioters clashed with police, set cars on fire, stormed public buildings and engulfed a historic city hall in flames in France’s worst civil unrest in years.
Norfolk man sentenced to more than 46 years for fatal 2025 robbery
The shooting happened in January 2025 near Huntersville Park.
Shooting near Ohio mosque leaves 1 dead but was not connected to the building, police say
Police say a shooting in Columbus, Ohio, was not an attack on a mosque but did happen nearby.
FBI intercepts suspicious mail sent to U.S. Rep. Bobby Scott
At least 10 Congressional offices in four states reported receiving mail containing a suspicious white powder since Friday.
Spanberger calls for 6-year electricity rate freeze as condition of Dominion-NextEra merger
Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger is calling for a freeze in electricity rates, tripled customer bill credits and other conditions on a proposed merger.
Ritz Crackers releasing gluten-free version of classic cracker, but only at 2 retailers
Ritz is releasing its first-ever gluten-free cracker, following in the steps of other popular cracker brands like Cheez-It and Goldfish.
When do polls close on Election Day? A guide to voting times in all 50 states
A complete guide to poll closing times for every state during the upcoming midterm elections.
Investigation finds no firearms at Princess Anne High School, police and school officials say
Princess Anne High School faced a security hold as officials investigated rumors of a student with a weapon. No firearms were found, officials said.
Virginia Beach School Board reviews Chromebook use in elementary classrooms
VBCPS evaluates elementary classroom screen time as educators raise concerns about student readiness for digital testing and added teacher workloads.
Two Virginia Beach Halloween events could cause traffic delays this weekend
Two Halloween events in Virginia Beach are expected to bring heavy traffic and road closures to Town Center and Pungo.
1 dead, 1 injured in shooting near a northeast Columbus, Ohio mosque
Authorities are searching for a suspect wanted in connection with a shooting that left an adult man dead in northeast Columbus on Monday.
Why isn't Election Day a federal holiday?
Election Day falls on the Tuesday after the first Monday in November, a tradition that dates back to 1845 for presidential elections.
Richard Riehle, 'Office Space' and 'Casino' star, dies at 78, reports say
Richard Riehle, who starred in more than 400 projects during his decades-long career, has died at age 78.
Georgia adoption journey turns gas station meeting into family 'sisterhood'
A chance conversation at a Georgia gas station led D’Amber Davis to adopt Katelyn Sparks' baby, fostering an unexpected sisterhood.
Trump signs order backed by the first lady aimed at boosting women's health research
President Donald Trump signed an order backed by first lady Melania Trump aimed at boosting women's health research.
Florida brings more charges against former Cuba president Raul Castro
Former Cuban President Raúl Castro is facing more charges in Florida related to the 1996 downing of civilian planes flown by Miami-based exiles.
Automated license plate reader technology leads to two arrests in Virginia Beach shooting investigation
With assistance from automated license plate reader (ALPR) technology, Virginia Beach police have arrested two men in connection with a shooting at the Oceanfront.
Officer who shot into car and killed 1-year-old boy justified in use of force, Mississippi attorney general says
Mississippi's attorney general said the officer who shot into a car, killing a 1-year-old boy, was justified in the use of force.
Nor'easter brings gusty winds, high surf and coastal flooding to mid-Atlantic states
A strengthening nor'easter will continue to impact to the mid-Atlantic and East Coast through Wednesday. Here's a look at the timeline.
Pepsi announces new flavor for the holiday season
Pepsi revealed a new flavor for the upcoming holiday season.
Retired Ohio man sets out to visit every US state fair
An Ohio man tackles retirement boredom by visiting every state fair in America, seeking unique local flavors and experiences.
All clear issued at King's Fork High School after threat
Police are investigating after a threat was called into King's Fork High School on Monday morning.
The leap second is scrapped to prevent a major tech crash, international scientists vote
Time has run out for the leap second, as an international group of scientists has voted to end the practice of adjusting time to prevent massive computer glitches.
'Love Is Blind' Season 11 cast previews the relationships, friendships and drama
The Boston-based cast of Season 11 of "Love Is Blind" discuss filming and what to expect on the Netflix reality dating show.
Oregon man who stopped Bend elementary school shooter called to tell his mother: 'I shot and killed him, mom'
Kenda Freeman said that her son, Kaylub Giamanco, called her after he helped to stop the deadly school shooting in Bend, Oregon on Thursday.
Elon Musk says he will give a SpaceX share to every kid in America
Elon Musk pledges to give each U.S. child one SpaceX share, but details on the distribution remain unclear.
Norfolk police investigating bank robbery at Truist Bank
Norfolk police are looking for a man in connection with a robbery at Truist Bank on Virginia Beach Boulevard.
Eagles QB Jalen Hurts expected to miss the rest of the season with blood clots, source says
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts remains sidelined indefinitely because of blood clots that could cost him the rest of the season.
National Guard member injured in shooting on Capitol Hill while attempting to break up fight
A National Guard member was shot while trying to stop a fight outside a restaurant on Capitol Hill. Police said the service member is expected to recover.
Here's what we know about the service member who fell to his death at a college football game
A service member died from injuries sustained during a pregame demonstration at a UTSA football game. An investigation is underway.
More than 1.5M pounds of meat and poultry recalled due to 'possible temperature abuse'
Kayem Foods Inc. has recalled more than 1.5 million pounds of ready-to-eat meat and poultry products. Here's what consumers should look for.
Amelia Earhart expedition crew finds 'no conclusive evidence' during search for plane wreckage
A group searching for Amelia Earhart's plane said what was originally thought to be plane wreckage on a remote island was likely a collection of large trees.
Air Force identifies service member who fell to his death rappelling at college football game
The man who fell while rappelling from the roof of the San Antonio Alamodome during a pregame ceremony has been identified as a career Air Force instructor.
Multiple lanes closed on southbound I-664 in Chesapeake after multi-vehicle crash
Multiple lanes are closed on southbound I-664 near the Route 58 interchange in Chesapeake after a multi-vehicle crash.
Buyer of Neil Armstrong's childhood home has plans to open it up for public tours
Astronaut Neil Armstrong's childhood home has been bought by a historic group that wants to open it up for tours, showing how the first man on the moon got started.
Miley Cyrus pays tribute to godmother Dolly Parton, wipes away tears during Hollywood Bowl concert
Clutching a tissue while a black-and-white photo of Dolly Parton was projected overhead at the Hollywood Bowl, Miley Cyrus reflected on the death of her godmother.
Electrical fire breaks out in 2 neighboring Chesapeake homes overnight, residents displaced
Chesapeake firefighters responded to two homes connected to the same transformer after fires broke out in both attics.
Canada awaits Alberta referendum results after Carney urges voters to reject separation
Voters in Alberta are deciding Monday whether to begin a process that could lead to independence, testing national unity amid U.S. President Trump's trade war.
OBX ferry passenger’s car damaged by powerful waves during weekend storm
An Ocracoke Island visitor says waves shattered her windshield and sent water pouring into her vehicle as rough surf continues to threaten parts of North Carolina.
Firefighters work to contain fuel leaking from tractor-trailer on I-64 in Norfolk
No injuries were reported, and officials said there were no known environmental or public health concerns.
Joe Smith named to Maryland Athletics Hall of Fame Class of 2026
Maryland honors NBA veteran Joe Smith with Hall of Fame selection
HRBT eastbound lanes reopen early; all tunnel repaving finished
With all planned repaving finished, VDOT said the scheduled tunnel closure for next weekend is no longer needed.
Juvenile charged in shooting at Edenton McDonald’s
A man is in the hospital after being shot multiple times at a McDonald's in Edenton. Police say the suspect is a juvenile boy.
Missy Elliott hosts HBCU Battle of the Bands at Norfolk State
NSU held this year's HBCU Battle of the Bands. Grammy Award-winning artist and Portsmouth native Missy Elliott hosted the event.
Frustrated with Trump, voters overwhelmingly want change in Washington, an AP-NORC poll finds
A new AP-NORC poll finds that a strong majority of voters believe President Donald Trump is falling short at home and abroad, and they want major change.
Cindy Crawford remembers son Presley Gerber in social media post
Model Cindy Crawford mourned the loss of son Presley Gerber — who died at 27 in September — in a social media post Sunday.
Norfolk SPCA closes after repeated security incidents involving disruptive person
The Norfolk SPCA shut down Sunday after a trespasser's disruptive behavior prompted police involvement and left staff shaken.
Coastal homes burn as hot winds fuel California fires
High winds are fueling a fast-moving fire that has burned homes in Southern California. At least six homes had burned in Southern California on Friday.
Maine Democrat Troy Jackson campaigns for US Senate alongside Massachusetts Sen. Elizabeth Warren
Jackson is running to unseat Republican Sen. Susan Collins, who has served in the Senate for nearly 30 years.
'We won't stand for it' | NAACP addresses North Carolina police racist text scandal
Following allegations of racist text chains among CMPD officers, civil rights leaders are demanding full transparency and an independent federal investigation.
Photographer attacked by settlers in the West Bank feels insulted by Netanyahu
Heidi Levine, attacked by Jewish settlers in the West Bank, says she's angry that Israel's military seems to protect settlers more than Palestinians they threaten.
Woman released after truck drives onto Kansas youth soccer field, killing 2
A 34-year-old woman was released pending further investigation after a pickup truck struck people at a Wichita, Kansas, soccer field, killing two.
Trump says he will close historic DC golf course for 15 months of renovations
President Donald Trump plans to close Washington’s historic East Potomac Golf Course for 15 months as a legal challenge to his renovation moves forward.
New survey reveals what makes someone a bad travel companion
A Booking.com survey of more than 29,000 travelers found that bad trips have led some people to reconsider relationships and friendships.
Hatteras Island visitors still under mandatory evacuation Sunday as coastal storm threatens NC 12
Visitors are still barred from entering Hatteras Island as a prolonged nor’easter threatens flooding and overwash along N.C. Highway 12.
Victim identified after Sunday shooting inside Norfolk home on West 30th Street
Norfolk police are investigating after a man was found with multiple gunshot wounds inside a home on West 30th Street Sunday morning. He died at the scene.
3 people, including child, rescued from condo fire on Nicklaus Drive in Suffolk
A child and two adults were rescued from a burning condominium on Nicklaus Drive in Suffolk early Sunday.
Air Force service member dies after incident during pregame ceremony at Texas football game
An Air Force service member died after being injured during a pregame ceremony at a University of Texas at San Antonio football game.
Metal bracket falls from Cedar Point roller coaster into guest area
Cedar Point closed its Millennium Force roller coaster after a metal bracket fell into a guest area, days after a fatal incident at another Six Flags park.
Woman, child injured after car crashes into home on West 32nd Street in Norfolk
A woman and a child were injured when a car crashed into a home near West 32nd Street and Llewellyn Avenue in Norfolk early Sunday. The crash also caused a gas leak.
Faithful gather to welcome Pope Leo back for Sunday blessing after cancer surgery
Pope Leo XIV delivered his first public blessing since lung cancer surgery, returning to St. Peter’s Square four days after the operation.
Trump touts his power at Kentucky rally to energize voters ahead of midterm elections
President Donald Trump is emphasizing his influence during his second term at a rally in Kentucky.
Wine lovers embrace rainy Saturday at Fall Wine Festival in Norfolk
Wine enthusiasts and winemakers make the most of the rainy weather in Norfolk as festivalgoers gather for tastings, festivities, and community fun.
Did anyone win Powerball's $600M jackpot? Here are the winning numbers for Oct. 17
A $600 million jackpot was up for grabs in Saturday's Powerball drawing. Here are the winning numbers.
James Madison rolls past Georgia State to remain unbeaten
Dukes stay perfect with 49-22 win over Georgia State
Sacred Heart pulls away from Hampton for 35-21 victory
Hampton unable to overcome costly mistakes in loss to Sacred Heart
Cavaliers unable to overcome second-half struggles in loss to SMU
Short-handed Cavaliers fall to SMU 23-13
Grass fire at Canadian military base kills 4 soldiers and critically injures 19 other people
Four service members were killed and dozens more seriously injured in a fire at a military base in Alberta, Canada, on Saturday the prime minister said.
Virginia Tech strikes early, holds on to beat Georgia Tech
Hokies defeat Georgia Tech 34-24 behind Grunkemeyer, Brown
Norfolk man killed in shooting near VCU campus in Richmond
26-year-old Matthew Gutterman was shot multiple times in Richmond on Monday afternoon. No suspects have been arrested at this time.
Handgun found in James City County elementary school student's backpack
No one was hurt, and police say there is no known ongoing threat to the school, the after-school care facility, and the community.
2 killed, 11 others hospitalized, including children, after car drives through Kansas soccer field, police say
A child and an adult were killed after a vehicle drove through a soccer field in Kansas on Saturday, police said. "Multiple" others were taken to hospitals.
One woman dead, another injured following crash on I-264 in Portsmouth
Two passengers were taken to the hospital, including 95-year-old Yvonne Cowart of North Chesterfield, who later died from her injuries.
No Kings rallies across US urge voters to cast ballots early ahead of midterms
Rallies calling for election integrity and urging voters to cast ballots early in the upcoming midterms have been held in cities and towns across the United States.
Pope returns to Vatican days after surgery; surgeon says he should be fit for Latin America tour
The surgeon who removed Pope Leo XIV's cancerous tumor says there are “no clinical reasons” to prevent the pontiff from traveling to Latin America next month.
Val Chmerkovskiy suspended from 'Dancing With the Stars' after social media post
Val Chmerkovskiy was suspended from "Dancing With the Stars" for a week after making what the network called an "inappropriate" social media post.
Search continues after boat capsizes off Baja California coast. 16 rescued, but others missing
Authorities are searching for 11 people believed to be missing after a boat departing from Mexico capsized off the coast of Baja California.
Norfolk firefighters contain crawl space fire on Ashland Avenue
No one was hurt, and the Red Cross was not needed. The fire remains under investigation.
Norfolk townhome fire displaces one adult and seven children
Seven children, an adult, and a dog have all been displaced following a fire in Norfolk on Saturday morning.
Bystander, teacher, parent helped prevent 'more bloodshed' in Oregon school shooting, police say
Police credited a bystander, a parent and a teacher with helping prevent further tragedy during a deadly elementary school shooting in Bend, Oregon.
NC lawmaker drafts bill to restrict ‘dark money’ in state politics
It would restrict corporations and nonprofit associations that do business in North Carolina from anonymously spending money in state politics.
FORECAST: Breezy fall weather continues as coastal flooding threat lingers
Sunshine and comfortable fall temperatures dominate the week, but gusty northeast winds and elevated tides bring coastal flooding concerns through midweek.