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WAVY.com Articles: June 8, 2021

June 8
Newport News man dead after shooting on Arlington Ave. Habitat for Humanity to dedicate new home to Newport News family U.S. Navy petty officer pleads guilty to participating in multi-state anabolic steroid trafficking network Doctor reminding people that COVID-19 is still out there; looking to start testing centers in Hampton Roads Luxury brand debuts Crocs stilettos as the future of post-pandemic fashion TPSO: Louisiana man uses saw to cut his way through estranged daughter’s bedroom to choke and beat her Durham woman’s 911 call goes unanswered after 60 seconds as operator shortage continues NC Republicans agree on next year’s budget, Gov. Cooper says deal ‘falls far short’ Indiana family protests judge’s order to euthanize dog after it scratched 4-year-old’s face ‘I’m sorry I had to do it like this’: Mom arrested after California boy found dead near Las Vegas-area trail Most Americans who aren’t planning to get vaccinated are unlikely to change their mind, poll finds U.S. nixes ‘do not travel’ warning for Mexico, but still advises caution CDC updates travel recommendations for over 100 countries, lowers risk levels Bill that would allow concealed carry in churches that meet on school property heads to Cooper’s desk Ohio singer ‘Nightbirde’ wins Simon Cowell’s Golden Buzzer on America’s Got Talent Kroger to hire over 750 associates during hiring event Thursday Family of missing Perquimans County woman searching for answers six years later Police: 2 women stabbed each other following crash in Elizabeth City 16 train cars derailed near Tredegar Street in Richmond ‘Nothing wrong with Christmas in June’: Portsmouth hosts Project Toy Drop event June 12 Suffolk Fire & Rescue offering hearing impaired smoke alarm program Chesapeake City Council votes to move local elections to November, as required by change in state law Newport News commemorating Juneteenth with week-long celebration Ex-Wisconsin pharmacist gets 3 years in prison for ruining hundreds of coronavirus vaccine doses Ohio doctor and noted anti-vaxxer makes false magnetism, 5G claims to lawmakers South Texas mayor: ‘What does the governor expect of local governments?’ 5-year-old Guatemalan girl found alone wandering along U.S.-Mexico border VT Board of Visitors sets 2021-22 budget; President Sands confirms COVID-19 vaccinations required for students Results: Ramin Fatehi wins primary for Norfolk commonwealth’s attorney Results: Karen Bowden wins Hampton sheriff nomination, Chris Snead nominee for treasurer Democratic primary results: Herring takes nomination for attorney general, Del. Ayala for lieutenant governor ‘Not where it needs to be’: White House renews COVID-19 vaccination efforts as progress slows in south Police: Pursuit leads to crash on I-464 in Chesapeake ODU to require student COVID-19 vaccination ahead of fall 2021 semester Interpreter machine donated to Western Tidewater Free Clinic in Suffolk 1,717 households will have a full dinner table thanks to drive-thru food bank in Virginia Beach Grand Rapids discus thrower nears end of long road to Tokyo Olympics Parents of Norfolk sailor who died by suicide hope Brandon Act passes this time; Event in VB will provide mental health resources for military Caught on camera: VB Animal Control officer jumps into action after man passes out behind wheel of SUV US goal of 70% vaccination by July 4 in doubt LIVE RESULTS: June 8 Virginia Election Senate report reveals security breakdowns during Capitol attack How to see the Solar Eclipse Thursday Police: Suspects used victim’s credit card at convenience store an hour after robbery in James City County Newly released from prison, man votes for the first time on his 50th birthday in Portsmouth Amazon Sidewalk to begin sharing internet from your devices starting Tuesday: Here’s how to turn it off Horse says ‘Cheese’ and steals spotlight during maternity photoshoot This state is offering free marijuana joints in exchange for COVID-19 vaccinations Tennessee man arrested after agents find collection of childlike sex dolls Man hit by car in Florida, robbed of $15K Marvel-themed prosthetic leg Veiled Prophet Organization apologizes for its past after Ellie Kemper calls it ‘unquestionably racist’ Best-tasting municipal waters named at ‘international water tasting’: See which US waters earned top marks After more than 450 days, NCGOP lawmakers are wondering when Gov. Cooper will end state of emergency Justice, DHS partnering to go after assets of migrant smugglers NC COVID-19 June 8 update: Less than 300 new cases, 50% of adult population fully vaccinated Virginia COVID-19 June 8 update: 183 new cases, 46% of population fully vaccinated Older drivers shut in during the pandemic should reevaluate their skills before returning to the road 2021 lineup for Norfolk Festevents includes return of jazz and wine festivals, debut of ‘Nashfest’ Coroner: Person found in fuel tanker truck identified York County teacher wins vacation, $5,000 for school supplies from Virginia Lottery Coast Guard, partner agencies, finish cleanup of oil spill in Norfolk creek Celebrating the Class of 2021 – June 8 In The Kitchen: Bacon and Lamb Burgers Reck on the Road: Fishing With Ailynn and Emmalyn Investing In The Community Father’s Day Gift Ideas Women Build Week: Tamesha Clemmons ODU baseball’s historic season ends in heartbreaker as UVA walks off in extras to head to Super Regionals Mom reunited with daughter in Texas after seeing news photo of her at US border Florida man suspected of dumping hit-and-run victim also accused of beheading ex-girlfriend’s cats Carnival plans first US cruises for vaccinated guests despite new Texas law prohibiting ‘vaccine passports’ Parris Island Marine Corps recruit dies during grueling training exercise 12-year-old cousins brutally attacked at Missouri theme park 17-year-old shot Monday night on North 5th Street in Suffolk Newsfeed Now: White House concerned about meeting vaccination goal by July 4; Video goes viral after student checks in pool noodle for flight Photos: China’s wandering elephants become international stars French President Macron slapped during small town visit, video shows Cicada swarm blamed for Cincinnati car crash Woman shot early Sunday morning on North King Street in Hampton Job fair being held Tuesday at Pembroke Mall in Virginia Beach How will insurers cover the new Alzheimer’s drug? Dems: McAuliffe win shows ‘roadmap’ for beating Youngkin Weather Blog: Humidity As Thick As … Driver slams into Muslim family of 5, killing 4, in targeted attack, Canadian police say Senate report details sweeping failures around Jan. 6 attack Rick Warren retiring as lead pastor of his California megachurch Elizabeth City man shot in back while driving near gas station Snoop Dogg takes executive role at Def Jam Recordings Burger King takes shot at Chick-Fil-A, will donate money from new chicken sandwich to LGBTQ organization Good News for a Good Morning: Hampton neighborhood celebrates mail carrier’s decades of service ODU’s NCAA regional final vs. Virginia delayed to Tuesday morning, game on ESPN2