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'Family argument' led to Newport News domestic triple shooting, chief says

Around 7:20 p.m., police were called to 700 block 16th Street where they say found three people who had been shot inside a house.

District Taco to open on April 23 on Hampton Blvd. Yes, that's a Tuesday.

District Taco, a fast casual restaurant will start serving its Yucatan flavors on Hampton Boulevard across from the new Railyard development on April 23.

There's nothing boring about the HRBT expansion project's tunnel boring machine

"Mary," the massive boring machine that's being used in the Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel expansion project, arrived at the North Island on Wednesday.

Timeline of whales that died off Virginia, NC coast in 2024

This tragic trend may be the result of human impact, according to experts from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).

PETA protesting EVMS baboon experimentation in Norfolk

PETA is staging a protest at noon Wednesday outside of EVMS to demand that they no longer experiment on baboons for human research.

Mexican restaurant Del Taco to open a location in Chesapeake this June

Del Taco is opening a location in Chesapeake in June. The restaurant will be located at 1501 Sams Circle, right near Sam's Club.

Traffic diverted off I-64E due to mail truck fire

A vehicle fire caused major backups on I-64 in Norfolk Wednesday morning. VDOT first alerted us about the fire just before 6 a.m. The delays are near 4th View Street.

More insurance companies predicted to drop Va. & N.C. customers, experts say

As more insurers are choosing to limit their exposure to climate risks and protect future financial investments, major carriers are still pulling out of coastal neighborhoods in Virginia and N.C.

Virginia Int'l Tattoo returns to Norfolk, featuring performers from 3 continents

The annual show featuring military performers from around the world is back at Norfolk's Scope Arena from Thursday, April 18 to Sunday, April 21.

NOAA's law enforcement arm investigating dead whale off Pea Island

In a post on Facebook, the USFWS in North Carolina said the whale washed up at the Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge.

Convenience stores close in protest of Gov.'s skill game machine amendments

The proposed amendments would not allow stores within 35 miles of a casino or horse racing track to install skill games. It would also raise the tax rate on profits to 35%.

Lightning strikes car on I-64 with Newport News woman inside

A Newport News woman told News 3 that she was driving on I-64 when her car was struck by lightning with her in it.
Battleship Wisconsin celebrates 80 years since its commissioning

To celebrate the Battleship Wisconsin's anniversary, a time capsule ceremony was held on Tuesday in Norfolk.

Mother of former W&M football player killed in 2019 looking for justice

Five years after the death of Nate Evans, one of the men charged with killing the 19-year-old has his trial on Tuesday.

Garage fire in Virginia Beach visible from News 3 tower cam

Thick plumes of smoke could be seen around 4:45 p.m. Monday in the Little Creek area from a structure that appeared to be on fire on our News 3 tower cam.

Chesapeake Golden Corral permanently closed

A spokesperson for the Chesapeake Golden Corral franchise told News 3 that the restaurant at the Volvo Parkway Shopping Center closed permanently.

Asia Cowell was going to testify against her accused rapist when she was killed

A Norfolk woman pleaded guilty in connection with the 2020 homicide of 17-year-old Asia Cowell, a Granby High School student whose remains were discovered weeks after she was reported missing.

Skilled games amendment prompts 'two days of action' to make Gov. reconsider

Virginia Beach residents are expected to gather at Mom’s Kitchen in Virginia Beach to send a message to Governor Glenn Youngkin about Senate Bill 212 in effect in Virginia.

We Follow Through: News 3 helps to fight food insecurity for military families

About 1 in 7 active duty service members in the U.S. face very low food security. An organization in Virginia Beach works to help put meals on their tables.

Parts of our region upgraded to a rare level 3 severe storm threat for tonight

Mostly sunny to partly cloudy today with highs in the 80s. Scattered storms move through tonight. Highs near 70 tomorrow. Warming back to the 80s on Thursday.

Boy, 16, shot by deputy after pointing gun at people in York County: Sheriff

Police said in a press conference that deputies received several calls from people in the area stating that the boy pointed the gun at them.

Fire near Downtown Newport News sends smoke billowing into the sky

Pictures and video from News 3's Ellen Ice show flames shooting from a building in the area of 44th Street and Orcutt Avenue.

Wawa officially announces opening day for first North Carolina store

A spokesperson for Wawa said the first official store to open in North Carolina will be located in Kill Devil Hills and open its doors on May 16.

Portsmouth police search for missing sisters last seen near King Street

Portsmouth police are looking for two children after they went missing Thursday. Sisters Serenity Reyes, 12, and Marie Reyes, 11, were last seen near the 4100 block of King Street.
Anthem, Chesapeake Regional in dispute over rates as contract deadline looms

As a contract deadline looms, Chesapeake Regional Healthcare and Anthem are fighting over rate increases — with in-network patient coverage hanging in the balance.

New vision for MacArthur Center includes 400-room hotel, mayor says

In a sprawling state of the city address Friday, Norfolk Mayor Kenneth Alexander laid out his vision for the future of the MacArthur Mall complex.

Woman mauled to death by pit bulls in Portsmouth

A woman was found badly injured in the 1800 block of Atlanta Ave. around 1:30 a.m. on Friday, Portsmouth police say. Officers say she was attacked by three pit bulls.

Global-inspired menus set Duck restaurants apart as OBX busy season nears

In just a few short weeks, longtime Outer Banks chef Wes Stepp expects to see more foot traffic in his two Duck restaurants. But he's also hoping to reach summer tourists in their own homes.

Sentencing recommendation for postal robberies cite News 3 investigation

Hunting the mailman is how federal prosecutors describe the behavior of two local men who are waiting to be sentenced for the robberies of postal carriers in Hampton Roads.

Human remains found in Sailor's house where missing man was staying: Court Docs

As of Thursday Portsmouth Police had no updates to share about the missing person case of Hector Olmeda Jr., but confirmed NCIS is now in charge of the investigation.

Visitors spy scaffolding during $19 million Cape Hatteras Lighthouse restoration

If you haven’t been near the lighthouse in a while, it’s quite striking to see the scaffolding that surrounds the entire structure.

Abby Zwerner's lawyers commend special grand jury report

Abby Zwerner's attorneys held a press conference Thursday, days after the former assistant principal Ebony Parker was charged with eight counts of felony child neglect

AJR returning to Scope in June following canceled show

Following a highly-publicized cancellation of a Norfolk show last week, indie pop band AJR is going to try again with the Scope Arena.

O.J. Simpson dead from cancer at age 76, family says

Nearly three decades after being a defendant in a double murder trial, O.J. Simpson has died at age 76.

VBPD equip some cars with launching GPS tracker to prevent dangerous car chases

Over the last year the Virginia Beach Police Department has been using a new device aimed at lowering the number of potentially dangerous police pursuits.

Teen brothers missing since March have returned home: Portsmouth police

Fourteen-year-old Javon Molson and 15-year-old Jamel Molson were last seen on March 28 on the 100 block of Douglas Avenue, according to police.
Richneck asst. principal ignored many warnings day teacher was shot: Grand jury

A special grand jury report released on Wednesday detailed the day Abby Zwerner was shot by her 6-year-old student at Richneck Elementary School

Extensive damage done to Virginia business in crash, police say

Police in Virginia Beach said a vehicle crashed into a building at 1016 First Colonial Rd. According to Google Maps, the building is home to Atlantic Physical Therapy.

Baltimore Orioles call up Jackson Holliday from Tides

Tides infielder, Jackson Holliday, is being called up to the Baltimore Orioles after 10 games with the Tides, a source confirmed to News 3. ESPN's Jeff Passan first reported the call up.

Housing frustrations in Dare Co. boil over at contentious commissioners meeting

Commissioners voted to return millions in state funding after public opposition. A task force will continue to seek solutions to the affordable housing crisis in the county.

Volunteers open their homes, hearts to rehabilitate injured Virginia wildlife

Evelyn's Wildlife Refuge helps more than 2,000 injured wild animals each year. The non-profit relies on donations and generosity to fulfill its mission.

Meet the 2 babies born at Sentara Leigh during the solar eclipse

Sentara Leigh Hospital said two babies were born under the total solar eclipse. The Norfolk hospital shared photos of the newborns on Tuesday.

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