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Maritime festival, a supercharged Harborfest, planned in Norfolk for America’s 250th birthday
Dozens of tall ships and other vessels will take to Norfolk's harbor next summer to celebrate America's 250th birthday. Youngkin announced details of the Sail250 festival on Friday.
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Justice Department reaches deal to allow Boeing to avoid prosecution over 737 Max crashes
The deal still needs to be finalized.
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Virginia Beach man arrested for alleged involvement in robbery, shooting
Police on Wednesday named another man that has been charged in what authorities said was a robbery and shooting on April 14. On that day, police responded to three separate shootings in about a 5-mile area.
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Georgetown scholar recalls terror and ‘mockery of due process’ in immigration jail
One of the lowest moments of Badar Khan Suri's two months in federal custody was being crammed onto an airplane with hundreds of other shackled prisoners. The Trump administration was trying to deport the Georgetown University scholar over statements he...
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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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![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")
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![Trois-Rivieres goaltender Luke Cavallin (33) blocks a shot from Norfolk forward Jack O’Leary (17). The Norfolk Admirals faced the Lions de Trois-Rivieres in game three of the ECHL North Division Finals at the Scope Arena in Norfolk, Virginia, on May 8, 2025. (Billy Schuerman / The Virginian-Pilot)]( "Admirals ECHL playoffs")
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Election
In Virginia’s 100th House District, Democrats choose their fighter
Two Democrats announced plans to run for Virginia's House District 100, prompting the need for...
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Hampton Roads football legend Tommy Reamon dies at 73
After a standout playing career that included a season in the NFL, Reamon spent 35...
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Larry Rubama: A year ago, Kempsville’s baseball program got shut down over racism. Now, there’s a new culture.
Last year, the Chiefs' baseball program was shut down after a lengthy investigation found that...
Restaurants, Food and Drink
How to cook the perfect steak, grill marks and all
A juicy steak is — for many — the pinnacle of grilling options.
Politics
South Africa police minister says Trump ‘twisted’ facts to push baseless genocide claims
Of the 5,700+ homicides through March, six occurred on farms. One victim was white.
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Today in History: May 24, Brooklyn Bridge opens to traffic
New York’s Brooklyn Bridge, at the time the world’s longest suspension bridge, opened to traffic.
Military
Personnel specifics, details of Fort Eustis’ TRADOC merger to be decided in summer
The two branches of Fort Eustis under the proposed merger include nearly 1,000 people, roughly...
National Politics
Belgian princess left in doubt about her Harvard future following Trump’s foreign student ban
Princess Elisabeth is first in line to Belgium's throne.
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The best travel iron
Travel irons are compact alternative to temperamental hotel irons and ensure you arrive looking your...