WAVY.com Articles: January 21, 2021

North Carolinians wait for unemployment benefits as state, feds implement new law With some of NC’s COVID numbers improving, now comes the wait for drops in lagging indicators Brothers killed in double homicide on Settlers Landing Road in Hampton, police say Now you can put Bernie Sanders anywhere, thanks to NYU student’s website Widow of La. congressman-elect qualifies to run for the seat her husband won Lawmakers say this bill will speed up COVID-19 vaccinations as Virginia lags behind other states Fort Stewart soldier accused in plot to blow up 9/11 Memorial makes first court appearance RACC rescues dog in ‘terrible shape’ from dumpster at Residences at Westover Hills in Richmond Senate Republicans can shut door on immigration reform with filibuster ‘Thankful to God’: New Orleans woman who was imprisoned at 19 receives presidential pardon Fired Texas doctor allegedly stole COVID-19 vaccine Dog spent days outside Turkish hospital waiting for sick owner Giant worm’s lair discovered underground in Taiwan Texas conservatives prepare to file lawsuits against Biden administration Currituck County holding vaccine clinic for 2nd dose; registration required Middlesex Co. School Divison receives two electric school buses Outer Banks Hospital, Pirate’s Cove Realty, & Homeowners’ Association made a big difference for Foster Children this past holiday ‘Zip Tie Guy’ had 15 firearms, tactical gear in his home, court documents say Button Trump used to order Diet Coke disappears from Oval Office Surf photographer severely injured after facing monster wave Love candy? Company hiring candy testers Woman accused of helping steal Pelosi laptop freed from jail Beware of COVID-19 scams: Here are some signs from the FBI Randy Parton, musician and brother to Dolly Parton, dies at 67 Flu rate drops dramatically due to COVID-19 precautions ‘America needs to lead the way’: Democrats pleased with Biden’s first day in office, Republicans frustrated Asylum-seekers express optimism over Biden presidency, confusion about their status Dr. Fauci addresses coronavirus mutations, state of pandemic in first briefing of Biden administration Alleged serial killer arrested in murders of 3 women in New York City housing complex The secret message hidden on Jill Biden’s inauguration concert outfit California researchers developing wearable COVID-19 test strip Virginia family alleges 2019 attack by RPD officers in federal lawsuit seeking $2M UPDATE: Chesterfield man charged with attempted capital murder of a law enforcement officer following police pursuit HRPDC sends letter to Northam expressing concerns on lack of COVID-19 vaccinations READ: Full transcript of Amanda Gorman’s inauguration poem ‘The Hill We Climb’ Local teacher writes children’s book to encourage students and parents during virtual learning Virginia Beach business continues to deliver free desks for students learning virtually Elizabeth River Crossings names new CEO David Sullivan Japan stands firm on Tokyo Olympics schedule, denies report of cancellation Deadline extended to apply for second HRUBS Utility Bill Pandemic Relief Program Local gun dealers: Guns and ammo are in short supply Democrats support President Joe Biden’s executive orders, Republicans critical of changes Vidant Health, Pitt County release details on making appointments at large-scale vaccine site in North Carolina Police arrest 3rd person in connection with shooting that left man seriously injured in Virginia Beach New playroom brings light and healing to children with cancer at CHKD Biden administration asks Congress to pass COVID-19 relief bill Georgia Rep. M Greene says she has filed articles of impeachment against Biden Border wall construction goes on in spite of Biden mandate to stop it Biden signs 10 executive orders to tackle pandemic Delegate takes on Virginia Department of Health and the governor to get funds for Krabbe disease early screening Steelers sign former Washington QB Dwayne Haskins to one-year deal Food Bank of the Albemarle to hold extended pantry hours after closing due to COVID-19 exposure Border crossing briefly shuts down as asylum-seekers try to enter U.S. Service restored after water main break on Airline Boulevard in Portsmouth; traffic detour still in place ‘Bernie mittens’ sell out hours after Inauguration Virginia DOC encourages inmates to get COVID-19 vaccine by giving free phone credits, care packages Bills among the NFL’s 4 defenses peaking in the postseason Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Western Tidewater health districts start 1b vaccinations Monday NCDOT, NCDHHS announce additional funding to provide transit rides to, from COVID-19 vaccine sites First Colonial girls hoops cancels season, other VB high school teams in pause due to positive virus tests Western Tidewater Health District enters Phase 1b of COVID-19 vaccination campaign Here’s when the COVID-19 vaccine will be available at your Hampton Roads pharmacy Local artists are ‘Living LARGE’ in the new year at Suffolk Center Pet Pal: Lizzie Legal Matters: Technology in the Courtroom Senior Isolation Issues and Prevention Show and Tell: Skylar K. Love Your Teeth in Less Than a Week! NC Jan. 21 COVID-19 update: Hospitalizations continue to drop, more than 7K new cases; NCDOT to provide rides to get vaccinated Big Game Bound Week 20: AFC, NFC championship previews ODU men’s and women’s basketball teams pause after positive coronavirus results Eli Lilly COVID-19 antibody drug prevents illness among residents and staff of nursing homes, study finds Wrong engine was shut down in plane crash that killed Langley airman, investigation finds Newsfeed Now: Pres. Biden’s first full day in office, first White House rescue dog could increase pet adoptions ‘She did not die from COVID’: Son says cause of mother’s death inaccurate Biden signs 10 virus orders, requires masks to travel Drew Brees’ wife discloses unknown injuries plaguing Saints QB throughout season ‘I’ll kill them all’: Florida deputy accused of threatening feds at US Capitol President Biden rolls back Trump policies on wall, climate, health Virginia Jan. 21 COVID-19 update: 4,013 new cases, 79 new deaths; Northam to speak at 2 US jobless claims decline to a still-high 900,000 Protesters call on Portsmouth council to hire experienced city manager candidate; Meeks says he’s been interviewed Department of Homeland Security suspending new enrollments for Remain in Mexico program California mom describes allergic reaction to Moderna vaccine Love, Bacot lead Tar Heels past Wake Forest Blog: Friday Eve Forecast Biden releases national COVID-19 strategy, requires mask use for travel Fauci says US will remain WHO member, join global coronavirus vaccine program Virginia to start distributing vaccines based on a city or county’s total population, not priority population Can COVID-19 vaccines be mixed and matched? It’s OK, but not recommended. Someone won $730 million in Powerball When a train blocks a crossing, could you be alerted via your phone? Suffolk leaders hope so Packers realize how much Rodgers has at stake this weekend Project inclusion: Giving minorities a seat at the table Man dies in overnight homicide on Leckford Drive in Chesapeake