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Woman injured in early morning shooting

Jamie Bastas — Wed, 22 May 2013 09:03:21 GMT

Portsmouth Police are investigating a shooting that left a woman injured early Wednesday morning.

Judge still says no tolls on tunnels

Andy Fox — Tue, 21 May 2013 18:37:41 GMT

Portsmouth Circuit Judge James Cales refused to suspend his May 1 ruling that prohibited tolls on the Downtown and Midtown Tunnel.

Portsmouth crews rescue woman in marsh

Mon, 20 May 2013 18:11:05 GMT

Portsmouth fire crews rescued a woman whose vehicle went into a marsh area in Portsmouth Monday afternoon.

Fire sparks at Norfolk Naval Shipyard

Mon, 20 May 2013 17:15:02 GMT

No one was hurt after the roof of a building in Norfolk Naval Shipyard caught fire Monday afternoon.

264 Loop Sensor installation canceled

Sat, 18 May 2013 18:01:31 GMT

The installation of traffic loop sensors on Interstate 264 east at the Downtown tunnel was canceled due to the weather.

Portsmouth City Council approves budget

Wed, 15 May 2013 00:30:38 GMT

Portsmouth City Council approved all budget-related items on the agenda Tuesday night, despite a fight from teachers.

Testing the Jordan Bridge

Stephanie Harris — Mon, 13 May 2013 22:29:52 GMT

10 On your side pits the Jordan Bridge against two other routes to see if it is "the shortcut you've been waiting for."

Portsmouth conducts health survey

Mon, 13 May 2013 20:56:02 GMT

Portsmouth residents could receive a knock on their door Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday from Portsmouth Health Department teams administering a public health survey.

Man accused of killing nephew

Jane AlvarezWertz — Mon, 13 May 2013 15:49:16 GMT

Portsmouth police detectives were called to the 3700 block of Magnolia Drive at approximately 11:20 p.m. Sunday following several reports of shots fired.

Lt. Dan Band plays for local veterans

Anne McNamara — Sun, 12 May 2013 02:36:53 GMT

The Lt. Dan Band played for disabled veterans in Portsmouth Saturday night.

Portsmouth mayor, councilman dies

Fri, 10 May 2013 02:10:34 GMT

Former Portsmouth City Councilman and Mayor Bernard Griffin, Senior passed away Thursday morning.

Sheriff: Bounty hunters violate law

Andy Fox — Thu, 09 May 2013 22:12:21 GMT

A local sheriff told WAVY.com the high-risk tactics used by bounty hunters are overly aggressive and against the law.

Wilson HS girls soccer undefeated

Thu, 09 May 2013 03:13:37 GMT

The Woodrow Wilson High School girls soccer team is undefeated in the 2013 season. The team is preparing to play rival Maury High School Thursday.

Suspect leads police on car, foot chase

Wed, 08 May 2013 16:19:19 GMT

A Chesapeake man is behind bars after a short pursuit in Portsmouth Tuesday afternoon.

Fallen deputy, trooper remembered

Tue, 07 May 2013 21:46:10 GMT

Two Commonwealth officers were honored Tuesday during a Law Enforcement Memorial Ceremony.

3 arrested in Portsmouth home invasion

Liz Palka — Fri, 03 May 2013 11:29:20 GMT

Police have arrested three men in connection with a late Thursday evening home invasion and pursuit.

Tunnel tolls battle not over yet

Thu, 02 May 2013 23:08:12 GMT

Wednesday, a judge struck down tolls at the Downtown and Midtown tunnels for now, but the long-term battle is far from over.

Residents elated by tunnel toll news

Wed, 01 May 2013 21:44:07 GMT

Portsmouth residents celebrated the news announced Wednesday that they wouldn't have to start paying to use the Midtown and Downtown tunnels.

Officials react to tunnel toll block

Anita Blanton — Wed, 01 May 2013 20:40:06 GMT

Local and state officials shared their thoughts on Wednesday's ruling to block tolls at the Midtown and Downtown tunnels.

Judge rules to block tunnel tolls

Mila Mimica — Wed, 01 May 2013 19:55:34 GMT

A judge ruled Wednesday to block tolls at the Downtown and Midtown tunnels.

Unfair toll fight goes to court

Stephanie Harris — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 22:02:08 GMT

The fight to stop tolls at the Downtown and Midtown tunnels will go to court Wednesday.

Fourth arrest made in VSU hazing case

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 18:03:01 GMT

A fourth man wanted in connection to the deaths of two Virginia State University students has been arrested.

Police search for suspicious man

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 17:39:25 GMT

Portsmouth Police spent Tuesday afternoon searching for a suspicious person in the Hodges Ferry area.

Motorist, Samaritan struck on I-264

Rachel West — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 16:37:19 GMT

Two pedestrians suffered serious injuries after being struck while flagging down help on I-264 Tuesday afternoon.

Gary Sinise plans troop tribute concert

Mon, 29 Apr 2013 12:25:18 GMT

Actor Gary Sinise and his Lt. Dan Band are coming to Norfolk to perform in a "Tribute to the Troops" concert.

Firefighters revive dogs after fire

Sun, 28 Apr 2013 21:33:26 GMT

Firefighters pulled two dogs from a fire at a Navy apartment Sunday and revived them using canine resuscitation units.

Body found at Portsmouth marina ID'd

Fri, 26 Apr 2013 19:29:12 GMT

A body found on April 26 in a boat at a Portsmouth marina has been identified and no foul play is suspected.

Candlelight vigil held for VSU student

Anita Blanton — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 00:46:27 GMT

Hundreds gathered at Churchland High School Wednesday evening to honor a Portsmouth native and VSU student who drowned following a hazing incident last weekend.

Jury rules in strip search case

Wed, 24 Apr 2013 16:41:59 GMT

A jury says Portsmouth Sheriff Bill Watson did perform unconstitutional searches on women in 2011, but not in each alleged incident.

Teachers protest proposed budget cuts

Anita Blanton — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 03:38:27 GMT

Hundreds of parents and educators showed up to the Portsmouth City Council meeting tonight to make one statement: "Cut funds for schools, and it's the kids you hurt in the end."