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Historic Greenbrier Farms in Chesapeake announces closure for most public events
Historic Greenbrier Farms in Chesapeake announced Thursday that it's immediately closing most of its operations to the public except for some seasonal events.
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Wrongful death lawsuit says Big Oil contributed to heat wave and woman’s death
The lawsuit says a 2021 heat wave in the Pacific Northwest killed Juliana Leon.
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Overturned tractor-trailer causes hazmat spill, major delays on I-664
A tractor-trailer overturned on the Interstate 664 southbound off ramp to 26th/27th Street.
Crime and Public Safety
Tractor-trailer crashed, caught fire in Norfolk after driver fell asleep, police say
Following an investigation, state police determined the driver of a 2018 Peterbilt tractor-trailer was driving on I-64 East, approaching exit 276 for Granby Street, when he fell asleep, according to a release.
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![Churchland pitcher Autumn Thompson (8) delivers a pitch in the first inning. Churchland defeated Denbigh in the Class 4 Region A softball tournament semifinals at Stoney Run Athletic Complex in Newport News, Virginia, on May 29, 2025. (Billy Schuerman / The Virginian-Pilot)]( "C4RA Softball Quarterfinals")
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![Great Bridge goalkeeper Griffin Thomas (24) dives to save a shot attempt by Princess Anne’s Jaques Prefontaine (15). Great Bridge defeated Princess Anne in penalty kicks in the VHSL Class 5 Region A quarterfinals at Great Bridge Middle School in Chesapeake, Virginia, on May 28, 2025. (Billy Schuerman / The Virginian-Pilot)]( "PA at GB C5RA QF BSOC")
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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")
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![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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Former state delegate, political newcomer square off in District 97 GOP primary
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David Teel: Big Ten, SEC playoff scam invites attention from lawyers, politicians
Pity the fool who thinks that such wealth and success is stopping Big Ten commissioner...
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Great Bridge survives wild region quarterfinal clash in penalty kicks against Princess Anne
No. 4 seed Great Bridge will travel to face top-seeded Kellam on Monday in a...
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Tangy cherry preserves bring balance to this ancient ricotta tart
Torta antica roma is inspired by the traditional Roman combination of ricotta and cherries.
Politics
Trump’s big plans on trade and more run up against laws of political gravity, separation of powers
Trump has advanced an extraordinarily expansive view of executive power.
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Military
Nets and high-tech hijackings: Anti-drone systems offer new ways to counter rising threats
Concerns about drones spurred a technological scramble for ways to stop them.
National News
NYPD probing detectives who worked security at house where man says he was tortured, AP source says
The detectives have been placed on modified leave pending the outcome of the inquiry.
National Politics
The US academic partnership with China, under strain for years, faces its biggest threat
Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the U.S. will 'aggressively' revoke visas for Chinese students.
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The best small appliance deals on Amazon this week
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