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Controversial podcaster will not speak at veterans’ group convention in Norfolk
Stew Peters, the controversial podcast host who had been slated to speak at an upcoming veterans reunion in Norfolk, reportedly will not appear at the event.
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The US and EU are in a showdown over trade. What does Trump want and what can Europe offer?
Trump has threatened a crushing 50% tariff or import tax on Europe.
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1 person, 2 cats killed in Virginia Beach apartment building fire
The fire affected multiple units in an apartment building near Pleasure House Road and took about 45 minutes to extinguish, according to the fire department.
Crime and Public Safety
Hampton police open new substation at Buckroe Beach this weekend
The station, which opened Memorial Day weekend, will be a central satellite post for Hampton police and the Hopeful Hampton youth violence prevention program.
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![Princess Anne’s Abby Sabatino (5) passes the ball to teammate Anna Hager (17). Princess Anne faced Kempsville in the Class 5 Region A tournament at Kempsville High School in Virginia Beach, Virginia, on May 27, 2025. (Billy Schuerman / The Virginian-Pilot)]( "PA at Kempsville GLAX")
Photos: Princess Anne lacrosse faces Kempsville in region A tournament
Princess Anne faced Kempsville in the Class 5 Region A tournament at Kempsville High School in Virginia Beach, Virginia, on May 27, 2025. -
![Arliss Edwards, with Scouts America Pack 242, prays during the benediction during a Memorial Day Ceremony in remembrance of veterans who gave their lives while serving, specifically four chaplains, those aboard the USS Scorpion, and those who served aboard WWII submarines, at the Knights of Columbus in Newport News on Sunday, May 25, 2025. (Kendall Warner / The Virginian-Pilot)]( "Memorial Day Ceremony")
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![Teammates swarm Grassfield’s Addy Otte (6) after a free kick goal in the first half. Great Bridge faced Grassfield at Grassfield High School in Chesapeake, Virginia, on May 20, 2025. (Billy Schuerman / The Virginian-Pilot)]( "Great Bridge at Grassfield GSOC")
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![Hickory baserunner Caleb Evans (6) slides safely into third base. Hickory faced Grassfield at Grassfield High School in Chesapeake, Virginia, on May 15, 2025. (Billy Schuerman / The Virginian-Pilot)]( "Hickory at Grassfield BSB")
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![Tides’ Roansy Contreras (26) pitches during a game against the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp at Harbor Park on Thursday, May 15, 2025. (Kendall Warner / The Virginian-Pilot)]( "Jumbo Shrimp at Tides")
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![Admirals forward Filip Fornaa Svensson (10) is shoved to the ice by Lions defender Chris Jandric (8)The Norfolk Admirals faced the Lions de Trois-Rivieres in game five of the ECHL North Division Finals at the Scope Arena in Norfolk, Virginia, on May 11, 2025. (Billy Schuerman / The Virginian-Pilot)]( "Admirals game five")
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![Princess Anne’s Josiah Roberts (7) celebrates his goal in the first half. Kellam faced Princess Anne at Princess Anne High School in Virginia Beach, Virginia, on May 9, 2025. (Billy Schuerman / The Virginian-Pilot)]( "Kellam at Princess Anne SOC")
Election
2 challengers are taking on Portsmouth’s top prosecutor, including a former state delegate
Attorneys Nathan Chapman and Steve Heretick recently announced they will challenge Portsmouth Commonwealth's Attorney Stephanie...
Sports
Cash Hoover, 15, wins first World Surf League women’s title at Coastal Edge Steel Pier Classic in Virginia Beach
Virginia Beach's Story Martinez finished third in the women's competition behind Hoover and Malia Ilagan.
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Boys and girls lacrosse region tournaments: Kellam has No. 1 seed in both Class 5 Region A brackets
Beach District teams are the only participants in the Class 5 Region A tournaments, which...
Restaurants, Food and Drink
Recipe: Poached salmon and broccoli Caesar salad make a healthy, hearty meal
Salmon is heart-healthy and good for bone and brain health.
Politics
US stops scheduling visa interviews for foreign students while it expands social media vetting
The State Department plans to issue guidance on expanded social media vetting.
Opinion
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Rick Derringer, who had a hit with ‘Hang On Sloopy’ and produced ‘Weird Al,’ dies at 77
Derringer’s decades in the music industry spanned teen stardom, session work, production and more.
Military
The US military spent $6 billion in the past 3 years to recruit and retain troops
The U.S. military spent more than $6 billion over the past three years to recruit...
National Politics
Trump Media says investors will fund a company ‘bitcoin reserve’ through share purchases
Critics accuse the president of mixing his public office with personal profit.
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