WAVY.com Articles: October 20, 2020

DOJ announces national police training center to help reduce excessive force Pink’s husband shares why he’s teaching his 3- and 9-year-old children to handle firearms How states are planning for coronavirus vaccine distribution Despite early voting, state law could see Election Day results delayed 46-year-old man charged with stabbing 2 teens outside Chesterfield middle school Epsilon strengthens to become 10th hurricane this season Boutique Air announces flights from Norfolk to Baltimore-Washington airport Two weeks away: These are the key dates heading to Election Day President Trump campaigns in Pennsylvania, Biden prepares for final debate Ohio police suspend officer caught on video dragging teen Newport News becomes first city in the U.S. to offer Tutor.com as employee benefit Northam announces financial aid business owners impacted by Tropical Storm Isaias Man sentenced to 10 years with nearly 6 suspended in 2018 crash that killed motorcyclist In-depth coronavirus interview with Sec. Alex Azar, Surgeon General Jerome Adams, Dr. Deborah Birx NNPS to host online Twitter chat about virtual, blended learning Gifty: New and unusual pandemic-proof games for the holidays Election commission: Memphis poll worker fired after asking voter to turn ‘Black Lives Matter’ shirt inside-out UNC puts loss in rear-view mirror ahead of NC State’s visit ‘Glitter bomb’ sent to employee of 911 center in Pennsylvania Health care providers, high-risk patients will be prioritized for COVID-19 vaccine, NC health officials say Rapper accused of fraudulently getting $1.2M in jobless benefits after boastful music video ‘I kept thinking I was going to die’: Large alligator flips kayaks in Alabama lake Melania Trump cancels trip to Pennsylvania rally because of COVID cough Baby found burned, abandoned in Connecticut dumpster released from hospital New trailer for ‘The Mandalorian’ Season 2 released Senate Republicans introduce amendment to prevent ‘packing’ of Supreme Court Police: Man injured in drive-by shooting in Newport News Gov. Northam says he’s trying to save Northern Neck Ginger Ale ‘People don’t want to eat outside’: Langevin concerned for restaurant industry as winter approaches Emergency water main repair to close some lanes of College Park Boulevard in VB Local AAA rep highlights teen driving safety during awareness week Tillis calls on Cunningham to admit whether a 2nd extramarital affair happened Car stolen with dog inside leads to social media hunt and rescue on interstate Durham police arrest 11 cold case sex assault suspects, some dating back to 1984 PHOTOS: Flying squirrel trafficking ring busted by Florida wildlife officials Army informs Guillén Family on line of duty investigation ‘I was so scared’: Pumpkin thrown off overpass smashes through student’s windshield Peter Madsen, Danish man who killed Kim Wall aboard submarine, briefly escapes prison Walmart predicts a change in ‘center of plate’ Thanksgiving preparations Kamala Harris’ husband makes campaign stop in Norfolk Wednesday DOJ announces center to help cops, offers aid to Minneapolis Watch: Tearful Texan reunites with lost dog after 200 days apart Netflix previews Chadwick Boseman’s final performance in ‘Ma Rainey’ Stream and scream! Here are the horror movies you can watch right now How Trump plowed through $1 billion, losing his cash advantage How Olympic advertisers are regrouping for 2021 summer games in Tokyo Miami officer photographed wearing Trump mask at polling place Daughter of Sussex officer killed 20 years ago wants case reviewed: ‘I want the persons responsible’ ‘Unworkable’: Disney officials frustrated as regulations keep Disneyland closed Tonight on WGN America: Top US health officials give NewsNation exclusive coronavirus update NASA collects sample of ancient asteroid for voyage back to Earth Hampton VA Medical Center offering flu shots and radiology services for veterans Tracking the Tropics: Tropical Storm Epsilon may become a hurricane near Bermuda Colonial Williamsburg helps clean up historic Black cemetery Stimulus stalled: Senate working against ticking clock to try and pass coronavirus relief package NSU breaks ground in hiring the university’s first female director of football operations Northam releases Virginia Roadmap to End Hunger in combating food insecurity amid pandemic Congresswoman Elaine Luria tours Premium-PPE in Virginia Beach Virginia Aquarium’s virtual auction raises over $100K ‘Gender equity has always been a priority’ says W&M athletic director after announcement to keep women’s teams As Senate weighs COVID-19 relief, AP reports White House tried to control CDC pandemic messaging Long lines, but satellite voting locations help VB, Norfolk residents cast early votes Time running out to reach COVID-19 relief deal before election DOJ files antitrust lawsuit against Google Norfolk reopens 3 additional libraries along with indoor pools Second stimulus checks: No $1,200 payments before Election Day, negotiations to continue Chesapeake woman found dead on Monday had overcome obstacles, inspired and motivated others Pritzker bans indoor bar, restaurant service in Chicago suburbs Political Pulse: Newport News community leaders working to get people to vote, helping youth during the pandemic Northampton County authorities investigating homicide Tuesday Pixie post: Fairy letters offer advice, respite in Norfolk Virginia Living Museum invites guests for Oyster Roast To-Go ‘No Hit Zone’: A safe place during pandemic stress Florida man accused of using Kool-Aid packet to ring up $994 in charges at Walmart ‘It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown,’ other Peanuts classics won’t air on TV this year Outfit For the Whole Family This Halloween Neisha Himes: Turning Worry Into Words for all Survivors Reck On the Road: Norfolk Street Mural NC Oct. 20 COVID-19 update: North Carolina reports 53 new deaths, state health officials add new data to COVID-19 dashboard Parker’s Cable Ferry returns to service in Hertford County Lidl to install hospital-grade air filters in all US stores to help prevent spread of COVID-19 Norfolk Admirals voluntarily opt-out of ECHL hockey season, citing COVID-19 safety and logistical concerns Northam orders investigation into VMI after Black cadets speak out about ‘relentless racism’ in Post story Reese’s tricked-out Halloween door dispenses hands-free treats NC officials ‘not sure’ about social distancing enforcement at crowded fair food event Gas leak at Raising Cane’s by ODU fixed, all clear given Virginia Oct. 20 COVID-19 update: 926 new cases, 28 new deaths reported; new cases down after steady upward trend Newsfeed Now: Trump campaigns in PA; Changes to Thursday’s presidential debate Second stimulus checks: Major hurdles remain as election aid deadline nears Not only are athletes disappointed, cities are feeling the economic blow of Olympic postponement Newport News police chief talks recent gun protest, will hold ‘Chat with a Chief” Tuesday Blog: Not Feeling Like Fall! Tracking Epsilon. 14 days out: Does the early voting surge translate into support for Trump or Biden? Florida man accused of sexual abusing two teenage relatives in James City County Rapper 50 Cent endorses Trump for president Norfolk ranks No. 25 on ‘Rattiest Cities’ list No injuries reported in fire at furniture distribution center in Suffolk Restaurant owners fear pandemic in winter could end their livelihoods Newport News teachers hold another rally ahead of board meeting to call for safe reopening plan Norfolk Tide to experience interruptions as work occurs on overhead wire system Virginia lawmakers approve bill giving citizen review boards power to discipline police; measure headed to governor’s desk Warner and Kaine announce more than $600,000 in funding to support The Up Center in Norfolk Virginia health centers collaborate to expand access to cancer clinical trials in coastal Virginia