Chesapeake

Carlos Nixon Jr. was sentenced following a bank robbery committed in Chesapeake. His punishment includes five years and two months in jail and six years of probation.

Virginia State Police issued a Critically Missing Adult Alert regarding a man. The alert concerns a missing 34-year-old individual who is from Chesapeake.

A man was injured in a single-vehicle motorcycle crash that occurred Friday evening in Chesapeake, as reported by police.

Six people were rescued after a boat capsized near the Great Bridge Lock in Chesapeake on Saturday afternoon. The U.S. Coast Guard responded to a report from a good samaritan about the capsized recreational boat.

Gallbush Road in Chesapeake reopened after a partial closure due to a crash on August 2. The road was closed at around 8:40 a.m. and reopened by 9:22 a.m., according to Chesapeake Roads via Twitter.

A stolen vehicle involved in a two-car collision struck a home in Chesapeake, leading to the detention of a man. The incident occurred on Saturday morning, with the suspected driver fleeing the scene before being detained.

All west outside lanes on I-64 near Battlefield Boulevard in Chesapeake temporarily closed due to a vehicle fire on Saturday morning. The Virginia Department of Transportation warns drivers to expect delays, with reopening times currently unknown.

A man arrived at a Chesapeake hospital with a gunshot wound, which police are investigating in connection to a shooting reported on Border Road. Officers found evidence of a shooting at the 3200 block of Border Road after responding to gunshots heard in the area.

A Meals on Wheels volunteer and a resident rescued neighbors and extinguished a fire at an apartment complex in Chesapeake, Virginia. Their actions helped ensure residents reached safety during the incident.

Virginia State Sen. Louise Lucas used $300,000 in campaign funds for her legal defense following an FBI raid on her businesses in May, which occurred before a new state law prohibiting such use took effect on July 1. The article also notes Virginia's delayed release of a report on data centers' environmental impact and a fatal car crash in Chesapeake involving a Navy sailor charged with involuntary manslaughter.

Loudoun County, Virginia, home to over 250 data centers, is considering pausing new data center applications amid community concerns over unchecked growth. Other Virginia localities like Suffolk, Front Royal, and Chesapeake are also reviewing or delaying data center development to address environmental and regulatory impacts.

Pennsylvania Republican gubernatorial candidate Stacy Garrity has earned income from fracking wells near her property, leasing mineral rights to companies like Chesapeake and Equinor. Incumbent Governor Josh Shapiro has pursued a mixed approach to energy, supporting renewable initiatives and industry interests while facing criticism for insufficient climate action.

A man was seriously injured in a shooting on Western Branch Boulevard in Chesapeake. The incident occurred early Monday morning, as reported by Chesapeake Police.

A man died after a motorboat struck a piling and stationary dock on the Elizabeth River in Chesapeake, as reported by the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources.

Southbound Kempsville Road was closed at Hunningdon Lake Boulevard in Chesapeake following a crash. The incident caused traffic disruptions in the area.

Mi Favorita Tienda Latina, a family-run convenience store in Chesapeake's Raleigh Heights neighborhood, has struggled as customers change routines amid ICE activity. The store, which has served Hispanic and Latino families for nearly two decades, opened in 2007 after community members requested a space for familiar products.

Bike lanes are being added to Indian River Road in Chesapeake after recent repaving. The road is now undergoing re-striping, which will introduce the new lanes. Residents in the affected section of Chesapeake are being informed about the changes.

Developers have withdrawn their application to build the Mill Stone Energy Center battery energy storage system in Chesapeake, Virginia. The project was set for a city council vote but was pulled on the day of the scheduled public hearing.

Two women face charges after multiple dead animals were found and others were seized during a South Norfolk residence search. A hearing in Chesapeake determined custody of the seized animals from the condemned property.

Two Panda Express restaurants in Chesapeake and Norfolk are participating in a nationwide promotion for National Drive-Thru Day on July 24, 2026, offering a free eight-inch plush and a $15 promotional card with purchases.

The westbound inside lanes of I-64 near the I-464 interchange in Chesapeake were closed Monday night with a detour in place as police assisted an individual experiencing a mental health crisis. A Virginia Department of Transportation traffic alert confirmed the closure.

Eight people were injured in a two-vehicle crash on Land of Promise Road in Chesapeake, Virginia. Injuries were not life-threatening, with seven adults and one juvenile taken to the hospital.

Three people, including two juveniles and one adult, were hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries following a two-vehicle crash in Chesapeake, Virginia.

The Chesapeake Police Department is requesting public assistance to locate Jordan Alexis Hernandez, a 28-year-old who was last seen on June 10.

Truck drivers are facing higher diesel prices, with the national average at $5.01 per gallon. President Donald Trump's recent speech did not address the issue, which is a concern for the trucking industry. Drivers at Frank's Truck Stop in Chesapeake highlighted diesel prices as a primary worry.

One person was injured in a two-vehicle crash involving a motorcycle in Chesapeake on Thursday night, according to police. The incident occurred in the evening and is under investigation.

An overnight road closure is scheduled for Battlefield Boulevard South at the Great Bridge Bridge in Chesapeake, Va., from 10 p.m. on July 16 until 4 a.m. Friday for essential maintenance work, affecting both northbound and southbound lanes.

A Chesapeake man won $358,082 in the Virginia Lottery after purchasing a Cash 5 with EZ Match ticket online on June 30. He was notified of his win via email from the Virginia Lottery following the drawing.

Virginia is among the states affected by a cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to fresh produce. Other headlines include housing funds for Helene-damaged housing, a federal lawsuit against HUD, Busch Gardens Williamsburg's tax debt, and the selection of a new superintendent in Chesapeake.

A proposed battery storage plant in Chesapeake meets the city’s requirements, but local neighbors oppose the project. The article raises questions about whether a new Virginia law will support energy storage initiatives.

Chesapeake selected Doug Brubaker as its new superintendent with a 5-4 vote following an extended search. The appointment comes after the previous superintendent announced his retirement.

Virginia Beach and Chesapeake have introduced microchip scanning stations to help reunite lost pets with their families. The stations aim to address the issue of pets running away, particularly during summer events like fireworks that can distress animals.

The Chesapeake School Board has selected Dr. Doug Brubaker as Chesapeake Public Schools' superintendent. The board previously reopened its search for a new superintendent in May to find the best candidate.

A child was injured after shooting themselves in the hand with a firearm on Ivystone Way in Chesapeake on Sunday afternoon. Authorities responded to the 1200 block at 3:24 p.m. and made contact with the victim.

Benefit Road in Chesapeake, VA is closed between Bunch Walnuts Road and Blacksmith Trail due to a multi-vehicle accident involving a motorcycle and sedan. No estimated time for reopening has been provided.

Wargo Automotive & Machine Shop Service in Chesapeake remains closed following a fire on July 12. The Chesapeake Fire Department responded to the incident on Battlefield Boulevard but confirmed the business will not reopen.

VDOT will implement overnight closures on I-64 West in Chesapeake starting July 12 for the I-64/I-464 Interchange Exit 291 Ramp Improvements Project. Detours and full closures of the Hampton Roads Express Lanes Chesapeake Segment are also expected.

Multiple dead animals were discovered in a South Norfolk residence during an investigation into animal cruelty and child abuse. The home was deemed unsafe and uninhabitable, with an adult and child found living there.

Chesapeake's planning commission recommended limits on data center construction locations, with debates over the issue continuing as the City Council prepares to make the final decision.

Campostella Road in Chesapeake is closed from Portlock Road to Atlantic Avenue due to downed powerlines. Dominion Energy reports 1,125 customers without power, and the city has not provided an estimated reopening time.