Politics
Virginia Beach's District-Based Election System Approved
The city's transition to a council with single-member districts is now official after passage of bills in the General Assembly.
Two Candidates Vie for Virginia Beach Delegate Seat
Republican Andrew Rice and Democrat Cheryl Smith compete in special election to fill late Del. Barry Knight's seat
Virginia Delegate Barry Knight Dies at 71
The retired hog farmer and longtime state representative was known to be battling health issues.
Weather
Hourly Weather Forecast for Virginia Beach
Oceanfront, Virginia Beach, Virginia as of 6:10 AM UTC
Moderate Air Quality Reported in Virginia Beach
Hourly weather forecast indicates potential health concerns for sensitive individuals
Virginia Beach Firefighters Battle Commercial Blaze on Shore Drive
Crews responding to active fire at intersection of Shore Drive and Red Tide Road
Lifestyle
Luxury Home in Virginia Beach Hits the Market
2,667-square-foot transitional home overlooking a pond in the Kellam High School district
Hope for Life Rescue Transforms Lives of Abandoned Animals in Virginia Beach
The non-profit shelter takes in neglected and abused dogs and cats, providing them with medical care and a cage-free home environment to prepare them for adoption.
Virginia Beach Bans Seclusion Room Use in School Buildings
School Board votes 11-0 to prohibit the practice, citing concerns over student safety and treatment.
Crime
Virginia Beach Man Considered Critically Missing
Police believe Sean Francis Regan, 54, may be endangered after disappearing on March 5.
Former Navy Chief Sentenced to 35 Years for Producing Child Abuse Material
Cory Richard Hambley used his position and resources to exploit minors and adult victims.
Virginia Beach family mourns loss of 26-year-old Shane Brooks after fatal shooting
Shane Brooks was killed in an early morning shooting on March 5, and a 19-year-old woman has been charged with involuntary manslaughter.
Economics
Column: 'Cheap' renewable energy doesn't mean cheap electricity
Former Virginia energy official explains how electricity prices are actually determined in the regional grid.
Midwest Cities See Biggest Surges in Home Prices
Three Midwest markets among top 5 U.S. metros with largest year-over-year home price increases
Report: Virginians Pay $1,000 More Annually Due to Trump Tariffs
Study finds Trump's tariffs cost US households an average of $1,000 in 2025, expected to rise to $1,300 in 2026.
