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EXCLUSIVE: Video of Z104's 'Shaggy' arrested at Virginia Beach crime scene

EXCLUSIVE: Video of Z104's 'Shaggy' arrested at Virginia Beach crime scene

Breathalyzer showed BAC of .18% VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (WAVY) — A popular local radio DJ was arrested after police said he showed signs of intoxication while trying to enter a crime scene Wednesday morning. According to officials, 43-year-old Brandon...

Brenda Joyce Moody, 65, of Virginia Beach

Brenda Joyce Moody, 65, of Virginia Beach

Brenda Joyce Moody, aged 65, passed away peacefully in Virginia Beach, Virginia, following a brief illness. Born on September 15, 1959, in Beaumont, Texas, Brenda lived her life with an abundance of love, faith, and adventure. A devoted mother,...

Suzanne Snyder Jacobson, 89, of Virginia Beach

Suzanne Snyder Jacobson, 89, of Virginia Beach

Suzanne Snyder Jacobson, 89, of Virginia Beach passed away peacefully at home on June 1st, 2025. Suzanne was predeceased by her devoted husband of 64 years, Jack Burt Jacobson, of blessed memory. Suzanne is survived by her four daughters, Maryann...

William "Bill" Womacks, 84, of Virginia Beach

William "Bill" Womacks, 84, of Virginia Beach

William “Bill” Womacks, 84, passed away on Friday, May 30th, at home, surrounded by his family. At his request, he will be laid to rest with a burial at sea, his ashes to be released into the waters of Chesapeake Bay off Virginia Beach. Born on...

Darlene Joyce MacRunnels, 100, of Virginia Beach

Darlene Joyce MacRunnels, 100, of Virginia Beach

Darlene Joyce MacRunnels of Virginia Beach, VA, born January 14, 1925, to Hobart and Ella Lemon in Chandler, MN, officially clocked out at 100 years young on June 1, 2025. And what a century it was. Darlene lived life in bold strokes—with a...

James Arthur Lancaster, 76, of Virginia Beach

James Arthur Lancaster, 76, of Virginia Beach

James Arthur Lancaster, born on March 22, 1949, in Buffalo, New York, embarked on his final journey from Tarpon Springs, Florida, on May 24, 2025, at the vibrant age of 76. His life was a testament to passion, perseverance, and boundless...

10 Virginia mountain towns with rustic charm

10 Virginia mountain towns with rustic charm

Discover 10 charming Virginia mountain towns that combine scenic beauty, outdoor adventures, and small-town hospitality. Virginia’s mountain regions offer visitors a peaceful retreat from city life with their scenic beauty and small-town...

Statutes of Liberty: T’is the season for vacations and interns

Statutes of Liberty: T’is the season for vacations and interns

This sponsored column is by Law Office of James Montana PLLC. All questions about it should be directed to James Montana, Esq., Janice Chen, Esq., and Taryn Druge, Esq., practicing attorneys at The Law Office of James Montana PLLC, an...

From Cameroon to Virginia: Meet Deacon Christian Njodzela

From Cameroon to Virginia: Meet Deacon Christian Njodzela

As long as he can remember, Deacon Christian N. Njodzela, 28, has felt a desire for the priesthood. The youngest of eight growing up in Vekovi, Kikaikelahki, Cameroon, Deacon Njodzela said he often attended daily Mass with his mother, where he...

Virginia Beach mulls policy changes to curb Oceanfront crowd issues

Virginia Beach mulls policy changes to curb Oceanfront crowd issues

Police Chief Paul Neudigate suggested city policy changes may be needed to address large crowds and weapons incidents at the Virginia Beach Oceanfront. VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — Before Virginia Beach City Council Tuesday, Police Chief Paul Neudigate...

Democrats denounce Trump’s ‘reckless’ and ‘discriminatory’ travel ban

Democrats denounce Trump’s ‘reckless’ and ‘discriminatory’ travel ban

Democrats and civil rights groups have criticized Donald Trump’s travel ban on 12 countries as “reckless” and “racist”, with some warning the policy may be an effort to distract Americans from Trump’s much-criticized tax bill. Trump signed a...

Virginia Beach police chief wants curfew to curb Oceanfront crowds

Virginia Beach police chief wants curfew to curb Oceanfront crowds

VIRGINIA BEACH — Crime is down in the resort area, but police are concerned a recent surge in unruly crowds and a proliferation of firearms are creating a dangerous environment at the Oceanfront. Virginia Beach Police Chief Paul Neudigate says an...

VBPD officer shoots man, proposed NASA Langley cuts, Trump's travel restrictions

VBPD officer shoots man, proposed NASA Langley cuts, Trump's travel restrictions

TOP STORIES: VBPD officer shoots man, proposed NASA Langley cuts, Trump's travel restrictions A man was shot by a Virginia Beach police officer at a storage unit facility on Wednesday, a department spokesperson told News 3. Virginia Beach police...

VIRGINIA MUSEUM OF THE CIVIL WAR IS A 2025 BLUE STAR MUSEUM

VIRGINIA MUSEUM OF THE CIVIL WAR IS A 2025 BLUE STAR MUSEUM

New Market, VA | 21 May 2025 – The Virginia Museum of the Civil War at New Market Battlefield State Historical Park is pleased to participate in Blue Star Museums, a program that provides free admission to currently serving U.S. military personnel...

GOP hopeful Earle-Sears unveils ‘Axe the Tax’ plan in Virginia governor’s race

GOP hopeful Earle-Sears unveils ‘Axe the Tax’ plan in Virginia governor’s race

Virginia Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears joined 'Fox & Friends' to discuss her candidacy to become the next governor and her vow to press forward with the campaign. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! EXCLUSIVE: Smarter, not harder, is the...

Virginia Street Closed in Evansville Due to Pavement Failure

Virginia Street Closed in Evansville Due to Pavement Failure

The City of Evansville has shared details about the latest road closing, and it may come as no surprise to learn why. Potholes Sinkholes and Orange Barrels Everywhere No matter where you drive in Evansville, you are all but guaranteed to encounter...

Increased travel anxiety seen amid rise in air incidents, government policies

Increased travel anxiety seen amid rise in air incidents, government policies

ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - Summer travel season is approaching, and many Americans are busy making vacation plans—but growing anxiety around flying is hindering some of those plans. For many, traveling is a fun luxury, but for others, it packs high...

Green card holders, athletes and Afghans: Who escapes Trump’s sweeping new travel restrictions

Green card holders, athletes and Afghans: Who escapes Trump’s sweeping new travel restrictions

In a move set to reshape American immigration and travel policy, President Donald Trump signed a new travel ban on Wednesday that blocks entry to the United States for citizens of 12 countries and partially restricts entry from seven more. The...

Virginia Land Conservation Foundation opens record $15.3 million grant round 

Virginia Land Conservation Foundation opens record $15.3 million grant round 

East West Creek Farms in Mecklenburg County, a working farm with a conservation easement through the Virginia Land Conservation Foundation. Photo courtesy of Virginia Outdoors Foundation. RICHMOND — The Virginia Land Conservation Foundation is now...

Trump imposes travel ban on 12 countries: Unbiased Updates, June 5, 2025

Trump imposes travel ban on 12 countries: Unbiased Updates, June 5, 2025

[CRAIG NIGRELLI] GOOD MORNING I’M CRAIG NIGRELLI IT’S THURSDAY JUNE 5TH 2025 AND THESE ARE YOUR UNBIASED UPDATES: PRESIDENT TRUMP REVIVES A CONTROVERSIAL TRAVEL BAN… TARGETING A DOZEN MOSTLY MUSLIM NATIONS WHY NOW AND WHO’S PUSHING BACK… PLUS:...

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