WAVY.com Articles: January 20, 2022

Blog: Getting closer to the big storm ODU Women cook Rice at home 69-59, move to 13-3 on the season NC Aquarium to host ‘Ton of Love’ food drive Virginia Beach Public Library accepting applications for artists to display work for exhibit Driver charged after hitting fire engine that was stopped at crash scene in VB NC Dems still have hope for voting rights bill shot down in US Senate Peloton CEO denies halting production, blames ‘leaker’ for rumors Wine isn’t good for your heart, World Heart Federation says Virginia ABC announces all stores will open at noon Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears exposed to person who tested positive for COVID-19 AG Miyares files motion to dismiss Chesapeake parents’ lawsuit over mask executive order VB schools retain mask mandate, but give parents choice to ‘opt out’ York High student charged after threatening to bomb other student’s home Pedestrian dies after being struck by vehicle at 12th and Pacific in Virginia Beach Virginia Catholic schools make masks optional starting Monday Essential or not, all foreign border-crossers must show proof of COVID-19 vaccination beginning Saturday ‘People will be murdered’: Boy who wrote governor about gun law killed in shooting Lesbian couple’s killing, dismemberment sparks outrage in Juarez After 2-month trek from Central America, Pakistani migrant finds himself in U.S. custody ‘I’m so sorry’: Adele to reschedule Las Vegas shows as COVID delays production Video shows cafeteria monitor allegedly force 9-year-old to eat from trash CDC releases map of most inactive states: Here’s how yours ranks Senate fails to pass voting rights legislation, Dems double down Josh Duggar defense team files motion for acquittal or new trial Texas students walk out, demand better COVID rules Doomsday clock remains at closest point to midnight Want to finally keep your New Year’s resolution? This trendy fitness equipment can help Average gas price may hit $4 per gallon in 2022: Here’s when Portsmouth schools will keep mask mandate for students, staff Norfolk declares state of emergency, prepares for winter weather State senator proposes bill limiting local governments’ power over Airbnb and Vrbo rentals Suffolk libraries to celebrate Black History Month with online, in-person events Locals stocking up on food, storm supplies for incoming winter weather Chesapeake School Board votes to remove universal mask mandate in alignment with Youngkin’s executive order ‘We Rise’: How one Hampton University student is leaving his mark nationwide for Black History Month Is an end to the COVID pandemic in sight? Dr. Anthony Fauci weighs in Lawmakers give progress report on President Biden’s performance after first year in office Chesapeake waste management employees assisting with snow removal; bulk waste pickup could be further delayed NBC will not send announcers to Beijing for Winter Games ODU hoops set to start road swing in Texas Second, bigger round of winter weather: Here’s what you need to know Pelosi against push to ban stock trading by lawmakers NC COVID-19 Jan. 20 update: nearly 30,000 new cases; over 70 new deaths Winter storm creates sense of urgency for Portsmouth agency that helps seniors, less fortunate January 6 Capitol insurrection film ‘J6’ in works Pitbull terrier chews off own leg in fight for survival ‘Full House’ creator selling Beverly Hills mansion built on site of Manson Family murders Ohio mother accused of kicking her teens out in snowstorm ‘An uphill battle’: Labor advocates demand more negotiating rights for Virginia’s workers Facebook, Instagram NFT sales may be coming 2 years of COVID-19: Here’s why that social anxiety you’re feeling is normal ‘Kyle’s Law’: Tennessee lawmaker proposes bill named after Kyle Rittenhouse Jan. 6 committee asks Ivanka Trump to sit for interview ‘Another day? Another week?’: Trash piling up because of worker shortage New Mexico asks National Guard to sub for teachers amid omicron Pepsi drops trailer for Super Bowl Halftime Show starring all 5 performers An up-close look at the Robert E. Lee ‘time capsule’ cornerstone box: New artifacts found inside Virginia’s COVIDWISE app issues leaving some frustrated Hampton Jazz Festival canceled due to COVID-19 concerns Virginia Jan. 20 COVID-19 update: Virus levels showing downward trend, but hospitalizations still at record levels Accomack schools will continue to require masks for all, despite Youngkin’s executive order Forecasting Snow: Snowmen and Snowball Making Conditions Suffolk preparing roads ahead of snow and winter weather Tractor-trailer overturns on Indian River Road in Virginia Beach ‘Make sure you’re prepared’: North Carolina governor declares emergency ahead of new snow Winter Storm Preparations Bringing Power to the People IAHR: Jillian and Maddie Pet Pal: Mufasa North Carolina man sentenced for distributing narcotics through Hampton Roads NC health officials hosting fireside chat on Jan. 20 as omicron spreads Trailer breaks loose from big rig, hits power lines in Surry County Youngkin announces COVID plan prioritizes testing for certain groups, signs order to help hospitals Gov. Youngkin declares state of emergency ahead of winter weather Virginia Beach man pronounced dead after crash on Virginian Drive in Norfolk Attorney General: Transcripts, exhibits and videos from Cuomo investigation released Watch: Runaway go-kart smashes garage, drags driver CDC study shows prior COVID-19 infection and vaccines protected against delta variant Can I resell my COVID tests online? Oath Keepers stockpiled 30 days of supplies, rifles ahead of Jan. 6 M&Ms characters to become more inclusive Commission meeting to discuss proposed changes to NC hunting, fishing regulations What does it mean for COVID-19 to be endemic vs. pandemic? Pizza mac and cheese? Kraft announces new flavors Loudoun County Schools supporting mask mandate, suspending staff testing and vaccine requirement Team USA unveils Olympic opening ceremony uniforms by Ralph Lauren NFL’s wild-card round TV ratings see big boost Big Game Bound: Bills-Chiefs rematch highlights Divisional Round; top seeds in action Jimmy Buffett returning to Virginia Beach in 2022 Blog: Wintry mix develops late today. Snow accumulates tomorrow with some ice. Late free throws help Virginia Tech hold off NC State 62-59 Virginia bounces back with 66-61 win at Pitt Two-thirds of COVID vaccine side-effects are just a placebo effect, study says U of Michigan latest to dole out massive sex misconduct settlement ‘Follow your dreams’: Oldest F-16 pilot bids farewell to the skies Missing woman with dementia found safe after being reported missing in Virginia Beach FBI’s most wanted: Teens interested in becoming an agent