WAVY.com Articles: December 16, 2020

Norfolk School Board makes changes to campus reopening plan Employee dies after incident at International Paper facility in Franklin Armed robbery at Newport News gas station leads to police pursuit Lorenzo Taliaferro, Williamsburg native and former Baltimore Ravens running back, dies at 28 Hermitage Museum in Norfolk holding gingerbread house display, offering free admission Dec. 15-20 California woman admits to $500K COVID-relief fraud, says she watched YouTube ‘how to’ videos Louisiana Lt. Gov. Billy Nungesser tests positive for COVID-19 Mother of two surprised with a car after deputies learn she walked miles to work ‘Community Captains’ program gives NNPS students glimpse into college life Several COVID-19 vaccine recipients got Bell’s palsy – why you should ignore these social media posts Hampton Roads closures for Christmas and New Year’s NFL considering filling Super Bowl seats with vaccinated health care workers Isle of Wight schools return to virtual platform for 2 weeks after winter break Hispanic groups step up involvement in Senate runoff races in Georgia Texas hospice care owner sentenced for $150 million health care fraud Homeland Security launches campaign to safeguard COVID-19 vaccines and thwart fraud Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine administered to surgeon in Nashville Commission selects civil rights icon Barbara Rose Johns to represent Virginia in place of Gen. Robert E. Lee in U.S. Capitol VB star wrestler dies in Mexico boating accident Vetting possible conflicts of interest on Suffolk City Council: How the process happens Lawmakers continue search for way forward with next round of COVID relief Riverside Health frontline workers get the coronavirus vaccine Old Dominion adds 18 players on National Signing Day Atlantic City to auction chance to blow up a Trump casino Chihuahua surpasses 4,000 coronavirus-related deaths Health officials track safety, side effects as COVID-19 vaccinations roll out REMARKABLE WOMEN: Libby Campbell, Executive Director of West Texas Food Bank DMV Select in Hampton to temporarily close due to rise in COVID-19 cases in region Congressman Scott led 25 members urging Trump Administration to prioritize individuals in federal prisons for vaccine distribution Merkley: McConnell blackmailing Congress over COVID relief Scott announces winners of Congressional App Challenge ODU’s Dragas Center for Economic Analysis and Policy provides weekly hotel occupancy rate data First Alaskans receive COVID-19 vaccine; 2 health care workers have allergic reaction after vaccination Family of 15-year-old York County shooting victim wants answers and justice No Kid Hungry announces grants for local schools and nonprofits to serve free meals to those in need Sentence commuted, Minnesota juvenile lifer walks free after 18 years in prison State prison along California-Mexico border hotbed for COVID-19 Tijuana mayor accuses governor of withholding millions earmarked for city Man with chainsaw steals McDonald’s meal, chases manager in parking lot Myrtle Beach is the nation’s first autism-friendly vacation destination. Here’s what that could mean for the off-season New York state’s progress during COVID-19 pandemic When manager found mom and 5 kids living in vacant apartment, she didn’t call police. She helped Vaccine update: Feds cut Illinois’ shipment in half; Governor, IDPH urge patience As virus surges, California buys 5,000 more body bags, prepares makeshift morgues Mayors across Hampton Roads endorse Terry McAuliffe for Governor MacKenzie Scott awards $22 million to South Hampton Roads’ United Way, YWCA, and YMCA Portsmouth Public Schools cancels all athletic practices, conditioning through end of the year NY fugitive arrested after deputies find drugs, firearm during traffic stop in Gates County Kings Dominion announces limited-capacity ‘Taste of the Season’ event. US regulators OK genetically modified pig for food, drugs ‘If not one thing, it’s another’: Northeast preps for storm Nebraska baby has brain swelling from COVID-19 Camp Pendleton Marine frees trapped toddler from burning car Keel laid for ship that will build major Virginia offshore wind project Northam announces recipients of Governor’s Honor Awards Suffolk Sheriff’s Office collects over 5,000 toys at 7th annual toy drive ‘The 12 Days of … Foster Care’: Agency hopes song encourages people to become foster parents CNU announces shift to spring schedule to allow for student COVID-19 testing VBCPS to host job fair for bus drivers and custodians Dollars and Sense: Becoming a Homeowner YCSO needs help identifying suspects in recent larcenies at ABC stores Business and Healthcare Career Training Helping Kids Takes Power and Light! ‘Good Feet’ Will Help You Put Your Best Foot Forward! Northam’s budget proposals prop up pandemic response as Virginia waits for federal aid DHS, local foodbank to host holiday drive-thru food pantry for Virginia Beach residents Suspect robs 7-Eleven on Aberdeen Road in Hampton Person wanted in connection with burglary of Norfolk home, multiple firearms stolen NC Dec. 16 COVID-19 Update: Hospitalizations, deaths reach new records as percent positive remains high WATCH: Boston hospital workers celebrate COVID-19 vaccine arrival in viral TikTok video Peninsula animal shelter looking for animal fosters for the holidays Biden introduces Pete Buttigieg as his pick for transportation secretary JCC Police conducting training near the Williamsburg airport and winery on Wednesday Newsfeed Now: Planning for successful COVID-19 vaccine rollout, 10-year-old hailed as a hero for saving family from fire Gov. Northam declares state of emergency due to winter weather in western, northern areas of Va. ‘The Voice’ crowns its season 19 winner Stimulus checks: Direct payments included in proposed $900 billion deal Viral cranberry juice-sipping, skateboarding TikTok star positive for COVID-19 UPDATE: Nine cars from Norfolk Southern train derail in downtown Roanoke, impacting two Amtrak trains Cooper signs disaster declaration for N. Carolina counties Virginia Dec. 16 COVID-19 update: 3,931 new cases, 38 new deaths reported, 500-plus in ICU Norfolk police chief to hold virtual discussion on recent police reform legislation Colorado Santa swings from 50,000-pound excavator Watch: Murder suspect escapes from transport SUV when driver stops at McDonald’s drive-thru Hiker dies after fall at Grand Canyon National Park Coronavirus vaccine distribution continues across the country How to keep your cut Christmas tree fresh this holiday season Blog: Rain & Wind Increase. Big Nor’easter For The Northeast States. Tom Cruise tears into film crew over breach of COVID-19 protocols in leaked audio Naval Medical Center Portsmouth starts vaccinating staff Woman throws dog off balcony in front of Florida deputies Movement seeks to remove Electoral College, elect president by popular vote Interactive: When is the last day to ship a package in time for Christmas? Senate holds hearing on aid for theater and live entertainment Virginia Attorney General Herring running for re-election Signs your student-athlete is struggling with mental wellness Elizabeth City State University Receives $15M gift from MacKenzie Scott