WAVY.com Articles: April 27, 2020

New site launched by VDH makes COVID-19 updates more interactive, personalized Chincoteague church sues Gov. Northam for COVID-19 orders preventing gathering for worship US senators push to expand opportunities for coronavirus relief funding for minority, underserved communities Franklin house sustains significant damage after fire Sunday US Sens. Warner, Kaine ask Dept. of Agriculture to approve Virginia’s ‘pandemic EBT’ program request Congressman Bobby Scott, chambers of commerce hold virtual COVID-19 town hall Wednesday COVID-19 relief: Virginia Beach’s ‘meals tax holiday’ starts this Friday During pandemic, rules on wearing masks vary among local police departments Coast Guard Cutter Harriet Lane returns to Portsmouth after intercepting 1,300 pounds of marijuana New program could help feed children in need — if it came to Texas Health care workers counter State House protest to reopen Rhode Island Norfolk moves annual Car Tax Relief Days online; gives tax relief options Alabama family gets priceless first baby picture from hospital parking lot City official in California throws cat during Zoom meeting, resigns after outcry Woman tells Kentucky police she’s ‘Mother Mary’ after chase Watch Now: Lawmakers aim to get more federal COVID-19 relief cash directly to workers ‘A privilege and an honor’: Chief Engineer aboard USNS comfort moved to tears Person injured in shooting on Wide Street in Norfolk VPRJ employee tests positive for COVID-19 Congress debates how to help struggling municipalities Newport News shooting victim’s family calls for justice WATCH: Tabb tiger plants ‘Class of 2020′ signs in seniors’ yards Dems call for state, local aid in next coronavirus relief bill Virginia Living Museum moves popular native plant sale online Possible hate crime under investigation at Chesapeake Chinese restaurant; Customers respond with support Coronavirus crisis: Senate Democrats push proposal for worker relief Tijuana practically out of beer as COVID-19 crisis halts production Louisa County elementary school principal battling cancer gets parade of support at home Convicted rapist on ICE’s Most Wanted list captured in California California state lawmaker denied access to migrant detention center to deliver masks, gloves Navy officials reportedly recommend Capt. Brett Crozier to be reinstated following investigation US lawmakers introduce bill to show appreciation for grocery and convenience store workers ODU professor: No need to hoard food, supply chain will withstand COVID Millions in CARES Act funding allocated to Virginia transportation agencies TCC donates plants for Chesapeake community gardens Accomack sheriff’s office asks for public’s assistance in finding wanted man Poquoson independent contractor says smallest of businesses face problems accessing federal loans Judge rules Virginia gun range can open amid virus closures Tyson employees fear virus will continue to spread Elective surgeries resume as hospitals face difficult recovery Small businesses can now apply for second go-around of Payment Protection Program Currituck and Dare Counties to coordinate visitor entry to Outer Banks DroneUp tests the use of drones to deliver critical supplies during a pandemic Downtown Norfolk Council creates survey to get feedback from businesses on pandemic impact Pres. Trump holds Monday Rose Garden press conference Caring for your mental health in this age of social distancing Woman finds emotional goodbye note on husband’s phone after his coronavirus death Dog dies in fire on Kennebeck Avenue in Norfolk Protesters rally outside Accomac Perdue chicken plant Monday, demanding “more action” to protect workers from COVID-19 ReOpen NC leader says she tested positive for COVID-19 Hampton officials warn residents after two raccoons test positive for rabies Peninsula YMCA locations participating in contactless food drive Two Virginia men arrested on drug charges after driving through Dare Co. checkpoint Number of US coronavirus cases nears 1 million JCC Police report multiple vandalism incidents in Windsor Forest Northam talks increase in testing, outbreaks at poultry plants No injuries following overnight fire in Southampton Co. You Can Help Foster Kids Feel Like Part Of A Family Sharpening Your Soft Skills Dog in Australia gives birth to litter of 21 puppies, breaking current record Military Minute: Protecting Those Who Serve Today’s Takeout: Jolly Roger Restaurant Congresswoman Elaine Luria proposes ‘legislative fixes’ for small businesses applying for COVID-19 relief ‘You’re literally putting everyone around you in danger’ Viral video shows large Chicago house party amid coronavirus pandemic NC April 27 COVID-19 update: Death total passes 300, confirmed cases reach over 9,000 Newsfeed Now Coronavirus: ‘Facts Not Fear’ morning update – April 27, 2020 Tokyo Olympics: Questions, few answers in face of pandemic Tractor-trailer spills diesel fuel in IOW accident; driver charged Hampton man arrested in connection to Juanita Drive shooting Corolla welcomes third wild horse foal born in 2020 Journey to Tokyo: Ashley Twichell Gallery: Overnight hail falls across Hampton Roads Virginia April 27 COVID-19 update: 548 new confirmed cases, 10 new deaths reported, hospitalizations continue to climb Signs of the time: Williamsburg sign company lifting spirits around town, rest of state Blog: Showers Move Out, But Still Cool Today. Warmer Temps On the Way. Hampton senior home taking precautions and using technology during pandemic Quarantine hair care: Tips from the pros