Hampton

Michael A. Wade was sentenced to 10 years and six months in federal prison. The sentence was given for his involvement in methamphetamine distribution and possessing a firearm in furtherance of a drug trafficking crime.

The eastbound lanes on I-64 near La Salle Avenue in Hampton have partially reopened following a closure that occurred due to a crash Monday evening. According to the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT), all eastbound lanes were previously shut down around 10:10 p.m.

A vehicle crash occurred at the Hampton Roads Bridge Tunnel. This incident has caused lane closures and resulting delays for drivers on I-64 in Hampton.

A U.S. Army Corps of Engineers draft feasibility study proposes a $4.2 billion Coastal Storm Risk Management plan, suggesting elevating nearly 4,000 structures in Hampton and Poquoson. However, Hampton’s city manager criticized the required local funding share, calling it “pretty staggering,” and asserted that structural solutions, such as floodwalls, are absolutely necessary despite being excluded from the current study due to congressional funding caps.

A Newport News man is fighting back against what he considers an unfair speed trap after being ticketed for speeding through a school zone in Hampton. He argues that drivers are not given enough time to completely slow down when passing through these zones.

An adult male pedestrian died after being struck by a vehicle while attempting to cross West Mercury Boulevard in Hampton on Sunday night. The incident has prompted an investigation by local police authorities.

A man from Hampton was sentenced to 15 years in prison for sexually propositioning an undercover officer online. The alleged crime took place when the officer was posing as a 14-year-old girl during October 2025.

Virginia Peninsula Community College's request to rename parts of Thomas Nelson Drive and Butler Farm Road to College Drive was approved by the Hampton City Council. The name change takes effect August 9 and applies only to VPCC's properties in Hampton.

A fire destroyed a home in the Fox Hill / Grandview area of Hampton, Virginia, on Tuesday afternoon. Fire crews responded to Rileys Way around 3:15 p.m. and encountered an active fire with heavy black smoke. A firefighter was taken to the hospital following the incident.

Two people were injured after a shooting on I-64 near Pine Chapel Road in Hampton, Virginia, according to Virginia State Police. The incident occurred on August 1 around 3:03 a.m. on the westbound side of the highway. One of the injured individuals sustained non-life-threatening injuries.

An 18-year-old man was arrested in connection with a shooting at Juicy King Crab in Hampton on April 2 that injured two people, according to police.

A body was recovered from a pond on Tide Mill Lane in Hampton on Thursday morning, as reported by Hampton Police.

A Hampton teenager whose survival as a newborn was recognized by the Catholic Church as a miracle has been arrested in Newport News in connection with a double shooting. According to officials with the U.S. Marshals Service, 19-year-old Tyquan Johnson was taken into custody on Chestnut Avenue.

West Nile virus was detected in a mosquito on Langley Air Force Base in Hampton, prompting ground fogging operations to be moved forward to Wednesday night to reduce the risk of infected mosquitoes.

A 19-year-old Hampton teenager, Tyquan Johnson, whose newborn survival was recognized as a miracle by the Catholic Church, is now wanted by Newport police in Rhode Island in connection with a double shooting.

A 29-year-old man from Hampton, Virginia, was sentenced to five years and eight months in prison for federal drug distribution and firearm offenses. The Department of Justice reported the charges involved cocaine possession with intent to distribute and firearm possession related to drug trafficking.

A home renovator named Cyrus Cross has warrants for his arrest, according to a news report. Victims, including Hampton resident Lark Belanger, accuse him of failing to complete renovation jobs for which they paid substantial amounts.

A 17-year-old boy was arrested in Hampton after a police pursuit involving a stolen vehicle. The incident occurred when officers attempted a traffic stop near Michigan Drive and West Queen Street, but the driver failed to comply, leading to a chase.

Two people and two dogs were displaced after a fire on Lake View Drive in Hampton, Virginia, on Friday evening. The Hampton Division of Fire & Rescue responded to the residential structure fire in the 1800 block of the street.

A handgun stolen in Hampton, Virginia, was recovered by Franklin Police Department during a traffic stop in Franklin, Virginia. The recovery occurred after officers identified a subject with an active warrant.

Multiple crews responded to a two-alarm fire at NASA Steam Plant in Hampton, Virginia, which was reported just before 1 a.m. in the debris pit. Upon arrival, firefighters encountered heavy flames inside the structure with visible smoke above the roof.

A Chicago-area woman had 21 fibroids removed after years of experiencing symptoms such as persistent bloating, heavy bleeding, and an enlarged abdomen. She emphasizes the importance of early diagnosis, which she credits for her recovery and calls it a second chance at life.

A man was shot multiple times during an altercation on Shell Road in Hampton, Va. Police responded to the 2900 block of Shell Road, finding the victim had left the scene with non-life-threatening injuries.

A pedestrian died after being struck by a motorcycle in Hampton, Virginia, near the intersection of Todds Lane and Aberdeen Road. Police and emergency responders arrived shortly after midnight to the scene but could not save the individual.

A 21-year-old entrepreneur opened the fourth location of his gourmet cookie shop 'Cookie Chris' in Hampton on Friday.

City managers in Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Newport News, and Hampton are seeking Gov. Abigail Spanberger's support to address disorderly 'takeover & pop-up' events involving young people. These unplanned mass gatherings have caused safety concerns in multiple cities.

Incuhub, a flexible workspace and business incubator, has opened a new location in Newport News, joining existing sites in Portsmouth and Hampton. It aims to support entrepreneurs, startups, and growing businesses with tailored office solutions and resources.

The Virginia Department of Transportation is implementing the final phase of a long-term traffic pattern on I-64 west near Hampton Roads Center Parkway (exit 261) in Hampton starting Monday night.

Motorists are experiencing delays on I-664 near the I-64 Interchange in Hampton due to a vehicle crash. The incident occurred Friday morning and is causing traffic disruptions in the area.

Real estate attorney John McCormick advises homebuyers to avoid surprises, citing Donna Jones' experience of unwanted visits from a man with mental illness who previously lived in her Hampton home. The article highlights the challenges buyers may face post-purchase.

Darius Mitchell, 42, who has a mental illness, repeatedly returns to the Hampton home he once shared with his mother and sister, now owned by Donna. The homeowner feels terrified by his persistent visits.

A lightning strike caused a shed near a residence in Hampton, Virginia, to catch fire on June 14. No injuries were reported, and Hampton fire units responded to the blaze on Granella Street.

Thunderstorms caused widespread damage across Hampton Roads, with thousands still without power as Dominion Energy crews work to restore it. WAVY viewers submitted photos and videos of the storm damage in neighborhoods across the region.

Thousands in Hampton Roads are without power following severe thunderstorms. Outages are concentrated in Hampton, Newport News, and James City County, with Dominion Energy crews working to restore electricity.

Sen. Louise Lucas and Sen. Mamie Locke will conduct a data center listening tour to discuss the impact of data centers on Virginia's budget. The event aims to gather community input on the topic.