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International student workers expected to return for summer tourism season, despite immigration crackdown
Businesses across the region, from North Carolina's Outer Banks and Williamsburg, rely on the J-1 students to fill integral hospitality positions every year.
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McDonald’s is closing its CosMc’s restaurants but plans to test drinks the chain ‘inspired’
McDonald’s opened one CosMc’s location near its headquarters in Chicago and seven in Texas.
Local News
Pop septet The Connells to headline Jockey’s Ridge 50th anniversary celebration
On June 6, the Raleigh-based septet will perform as part of the four-day, 50th anniversary celebration of Jockey’s Ridge State Park in Nags Head.
Crime and Public Safety
Driver killed in Battlefield Boulevard crash in Chesapeake
The crash happened around 7:45 a.m. Saturday near the intersection of Battlefield Boulevard and South Hickory Road.
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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")
Photos: Military members honored during Knights of Columbus Memorial Day ceremony
Four chaplains, numerous WWII submariners and the entire crew of the USS Scorpion were honored during a ceremony at Knights of Columbus in Newport News on Sunday, May 25, 2025. The USS Scorpion sunk on May 22, 1968 with 99... -
![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")
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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")
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
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
Virginia Supreme Court ruling in autistic boy’s case makes clear: School boards immune from most lawsuits
The family of 9-year-old Newport News boy alleges he was mistreated on a school bus....
Opinion
Cartoon: Memorial Day
Cartoon by Dana Summers for May 26, 2025.
National News
Is there life after extinction? Some scientists and conservationists are trying to find out
Local thinkers are pushing for de-extinction, and the slate of tools and tricks that accompany...
Military
Pentagon lost contact with Army helicopter on flight that caused jets to nix landings at DC airport
The aborted landings on May 1 added to general unease about continued close calls.
National Politics
Trump is returning to West Point to speak at the US Military Academy’s graduation
President Donald Trump will deliver his first military commencement address since returning to office at...
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The best travel iron
Travel irons are compact alternative to temperamental hotel irons and ensure you arrive looking your...