Severe drought hits part of Hampton Roads — and farmers are feeling the effects

The entire state of Virginia is experiencing drought conditions. Parts of Hampton Roads are undergoing a severe drought, affecting local farmers’ businesses.

Decade in a Day luncheon spotlights progress in Hampton Roads region

The above video discusses food insecurity in the region. CHESAPEAKE, Va., (WAVY) — Area-wide leaders gathered on May 20 at the “Decade in a Day” luncheon in Chesapeake to celebrate collaboration and progress in addressing at-risk issues like health,

Nauticus festival highlights growing demand for maritime workers in Hampton Roads

Nauticus’ maritime careers festival connected Hampton Roads families with hands-on activities, employers, and jobs tied to the region’s growing industry.

State invests $3M to help transform Hampton Roads into hub for aircraft technology and training

A new state grant could help transform Hampton Roads into a hub for drone testing, advanced aircraft technology and aviation training.

Big upgrade comes to Hampton Roads Transit

Back in 2025, Hampton Roads Transit submitted a request for community project funding to support the expansion of the Paratransit fleet and one year later in 2026, the funds arrived. “Today we celebrate commitment to service and we celebrate persistence,

Hampton Roads Housing Market Splits in 2026 as Detached and Attached Homes Diverge

Detached and attached homes are moving at different speeds across Hampton Roads, creating one of the region’s most
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Hampton Roads Mother joins sacred soil tour to honor fallen service members

The Gold Star Mothers organization honors mothers who have lost their children in war. Gunn has a personal connection to the organization — she lost her son during a terrorist attack on the USS Cole in 2000.
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Hampton Roads leverages regional economic assets

Hampton Roads has launched a new economic development strategy to become a global leader in areas where it has a clear competitive edge. The Hampton Roads Playbook, announced in October 2025, focuses on four sectors — defense, energy, aerospace and ...
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VDOT shares Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel update and warning for Virginia Beach vacationers

HAMPTON, Va. — If you're heading to Virginia Beach or anywhere in Hampton Roads, a major construction milestone may affect your travel plans, but big relief is on the horizon. The Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel expansion project, a $4 billion effort to ...
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'I haven’t been worried:' Hampton Roads cruiser not worried, but staying updated, amid Hantavirus outbreak

NORFOLK, Va. — There were no confirmed cases of Hantavirus in Virginia Thursday, but that didn't mean the virus wasn't on people's minds. The virus had been making headlines for several days after an outbreak connected to a cruise ship that, as of ...

Traffic shift scheduled for I-64 in Hampton

The traffic shift could begin as early as Monday on I-64 west near Hampton Roads Center Parkway. Crews will reduce the interstate from four lanes to three while work is underway,