WAVY.com Articles: August 31, 2021

1 rescued, 5 missing as Navy helicopter crashes off the San Diego coast NC House sends bill to stiffen penalties for rioters to Gov. Cooper’s desk Texas Heartbeat Bill to take effect Wednesday rules out 85% of abortions Guns, cash, supplies recovered during arrest of suspected narcotics dealer in Virginia Bishop Sycamore memes taking over the web Alcohol and AFib: A single glass of wine or beer immediately boosts risk of irregular heartbeat, study finds How does monoclonal antibody treatment work? Doctor explains East Carolina University professor says withdrawal from Afghanistan was poorly carried out Social Security fund will run out earlier than previously thought, government says Pentagon says US didn’t leave service dogs in Afghanistan VB School Board proposes limiting speaker time in effort to speed up meetings Isle of Wight considers requiring unvaccinated employees to get tested weekly for COVID-19 Water service interruption expected at some Cape Hatteras National Seashore facilities on Ocracoke Island More than 20 Buchanan County homes destroyed, dozens evacuated as community braces for more rain Some Hampton Roads schools cracking down on safety protocols; others more lenient VB police arrest ‘smash and grab’ burglary suspect Biden defends Afghanistan exit as Republicans ramp up criticism, calls to resign Tennesee man wanted for child molestation found living in Edenton COVID-19 community testing location hopes to help people waiting days for appointments or results Virginia gets millions in grant funding from CDC to increase community COVID-19 response Texas school district closes after 2 teachers die Conservative radio host who called himself ‘Mr. Anti-Vax’ dies after COVID-19 battle Bonnaroo canceled due to flooding from Ida Princeton Review ranks Virginia Wesleyan among ‘nation’s best colleges’ Special report: How CBP boats work to catch human, drug smugglers off California coast Do US teens have the right to be vaccinated against their parents’ will? It depends on where they live Gene Simmons tests positive for COVID-19, Kiss postpones concerts Instagrammer @AntiVaxMomma accused of selling 250 fake COVID vaccine cards for NY front-line workers NCDHHS $100 COVID-19 summer incentive cards end, health officials call the program a success Tensions ease at latest busy back-to-school vax clinic in Chesapeake Suffolk Department of Public Works hosts kids from local nonprofit Ocean View Little League asking community to step up to the plate after thousands of dollars worth of equipment stolen Suffolk man thanks Sentara Norfolk staff after shooting left him fighting for his life Navy veteran finds note on car window telling her she doesn’t belong Louisiana man surrounded by flood water rescues fawn from drowning Is Bishop Sycamore a real school? Ohio governor investigating after 58-0 loss broadcast on ESPN Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series Virginia Beach returning for the last time 24 registered sex offenders in western Virginia arrested during US Marshals’ ‘Operation Rundown’ SC restaurant pays $75K in back wages for making workers share tips What impact has FDA approval had on North Carolina’s vaccine numbers? ‘You can’t tell me when to wear my mask’: Subway rider rattled by encounter with NYPD officer in Queens station Elizabeth City State University sees highest fall enrollment since 2013 Former journalist recovering from COVID-19 in Norfolk: ‘It is not a hoax’ Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts to show Jane Austen film adaptations Dominion Energy linemen head to help with Hurricane Ida aftermath Virginia Beach Boulevard Improvements Project at Newtown Road to produce intermittent traffic stoppages, lane changes Road to recovery: Resources rush in for Hurricane Ida victims Portsmouth FOP calls for change after police officers moved from special units and onto street patrol Serious crash ties up traffic at intersection of Military Highway, Johnstons Road in Norfolk Another Community Feed location opens in Norfolk Washington makes 27 cuts to get down to 53-man roster Garbage truck catches on fire on Campostella Bridge in Norfolk Blog: The “Heat” Lightning Misnomer Police: ‘Wanted suspect’ now in custody following incident on George Washington Hwy in Portsmouth Juarez reports nearly 500 women murdered in past 3 years Travel fail: TSA shares video of raw chicken on airport baggage carousel ‘Wow!’: Dwayne Johnson floored by lookalike police officer 134 students disenrolled from Virginia Tech after not following COVID-19 vaccination requirements Gov. Northam issues State of Emergency in anticipation of remnants from Ida Gas leak closes portion of LaSalle Avenue in Hampton NC COVID-19 August 31 update: Over 5,300 new cases, more than 3,600 patients currently hospitalized Louisiana man reportedly attacked by alligator during Hurricane Ida flooding Home and Outdoor Living Space Ideas ‘Ken Ludwig’s Baskerville’ Reck on the Road: Keeping Train Tracks Safe Catching up with Dustin Tavella Passport to the Regency Era Virginia August 31 COVID-19 update: 3,487 new cases, 32 new deaths, 1,768 now hospitalized Mike Richards is out as producer of ‘Jeopardy!’ and ‘Wheel of Fortune’ Suspect arrested in fatal shooting of 19-year-old man in Newport News Virginia Voter Guide Bo Gritz versus the Taliban Guardians Wanted: Space Force launches new recruiting video Harvey’s Casino bombing became a training ground for the FBI Florida education commissioner withholds salaries for school board members in 2 school districts that require masks Ohio interstate shooting was ‘like the movies,’ victim says Families line up outside Florida chiropractor’s office to get medical exemption forms for school mask mandate Family says they waited 50 hours at Memphis hospital; officials say some wait longer Newsfeed Now: Last US troops leave Afghanistan; Man rescues 60 cows from floodwaters after Hurricane Ida Vaccine clinic held at funeral for Florida deputy who died from COVID-19 Feds announce new initiative to address violent crime in Virginia Biden calls Afghanistan withdrawal ‘extraordinary success’ Man to serve nearly 6 years after arson of ex-girlfriend’s apartment in Virginia Beach Blog: Ida Has More Rain Than Wind. Remnants Will Impact Our Region. GOP gubernatorial nominee Youngkin shares policy proposals, including significant tax cuts Lightning strike at beach kills New Jersey lifeguard, injures 7 others Bears pose new threat as crews fight Minnesota wildfire Man plays violin for California fire evacuees stuck in traffic Good News: Virginia Beach boy and truck-driving fairy godmother spread kindness Cougar that was kept as illegal pet removed from New York City apartment UPDATE: Woman who allegedly left human remains in Chesterfield dumpster identified Richmond area researcher says COVID vaccine trials for younger children are ‘going well’