WAVY.com Articles: April 17, 2023

CNU students seek changes to anti-discrimination policy Virginia Beach firefighter died in ‘line of duty’ Man accused of fatally shooting New York woman who went to the wrong address Celebrate Earth Day 2023 ‘An angel gone too soon’: Norfolk thrift store honors beloved mom killed Sunday Odd spiral appears amid northern lights in Alaska night sky 10 On Your Side Success: New safety video designed to ease fears of parking in Norfolk-owned garages Kansas City homeowner accused of shooting Black teen charged with two felonies How the IRS is trying to make tax filing day easier 5 takeaways from Jim Jordan’s NYC hearing into Alvin Bragg and crime Portsmouth prosecutor had more problems than just unpaid dues to the state bar VB mayor recognizes gym owner who is making a difference for citizens with disabilities Man charged in shooting of Black Kansas City teen who went to the wrong house Calling all Kyles: Texas city to attempt world record for largest same-name gathering McConnell returns to Capitol as GOP faces full plate of challenges  The 39th Annual Best Ranger Competition comes to Downtown Columbus Armie Hammer sex assault allegations reportedly under review by LA prosecutors Sandler Center to open reception for ‘Creative Expressions’ Art Exhibition Hampton FY24 proposed budget includes 5% raises, lower real estate tax rate Nathan Epstein signs off after 10 years with the Sportswrap Apple unveils savings account Adapting to protect: North Atlantic right whale vessel strikes demand immediate response Republicans attack Manhattan District Attorney Bragg amid Trump investigation ‘You’ll always be our girl’: Family searches for missing 16-year-old McConnell returns to Senate: ‘It’s good to be back’ Ohio officers won’t be charged in shooting of Jayland Walker Woman arrested, charged with second-degree murder in Madison Avenue homicide George Santos announces reelection bid Missing California teen believed to be held ‘under duress’ by man, former detective says Schumer pans McCarthy’s one-year debt ceiling extension as ‘terrible idea’  What should parents do over the summer to counter pandemic learning loss? Military Minute: Keeping the Navy in Rhythm Mayor Donnie Tuck to host town hall meeting in Hampton DeSantis floats building prison on land next to Disney World Chesapeake police hosting ‘Tag a Cat’ event on May 6 US arrests two in connection with ‘secret’ Chinese police station in NY iPhone survives 33 days underwater off Hawaii beach Schumer will move to replace Feinstein on Judiciary panel this week  Police investigate after shots fired at apartments on Mayflower Rd. in Norfolk Amazon users swear by this popular dress that’s perfect for wedding season These states have increased taxes the most over the last 4 decades Cradock Middle School in Portsmouth dismisses early due to bomb threat Man hid gun in Taco Bell quesadilla during Mississippi traffic stop, police say Missing woman found safe in Chesapeake, police say Surry County to host job fair on April 18 Ex-congressman says snake hitched ride on his plane from Texas to Illinois Local horse rescue, brewery to host Pints, Ponies & Pledges Apr. 22 Kari Lake holds wide lead in hypothetical Arizona Senate GOP primary: poll Viking Cruises’ polar expedition ship Octantis in Norfolk Monday Nadler says Jordan ‘is doing the bidding’ of Trump with hearing on Manhattan crime Amazon’s HQ2 pause hasn’t quelled worries about gentrification, promised jobs 10 car models qualify for full revamped EV tax credit under Democrats’ climate law Secret Service responds to reports of gunshot near vice president’s residence Churchland Middle School in Portsmouth receives back-to-back bomb threats CHKD receives $100,000 donation for Lighting the Way campaign McDonald’s making these 4 changes to its burgers by 2024, company says Virginia Beach councilmember to host community meeting White House warns Biden would veto GOP’s trans sports ban Community Connection: Wesley Community Service Center In The Kitchen: Clams and Kimchi plus Smoked Pork Shoulder Foot Health Awareness Month Virginia International Tattoo 2023 Demolition to begin soon at Lambert’s Point to make way for Fairwinds Landing 4-time Grammy winner Arturo Sandoval coming to Hampton GOP mega donor says Clarence Thomas is victim of ‘political hit job’ No injuries reported following structure fire in Kill Devil Hills Victims identified in Alabama birthday party shooting that killed 4, injured 32 McCarthy slams Biden, makes case for GOP moving on debt ceiling ‘in the coming weeks’ Camden County Schools evacuated after bomb threat Norfolk police search for suspect in connection to burglary of 2 businesses The world’s first hyper luxury electric SUV Rocket Lab introduces new suborbital testbed rocket Here’s what it takes to be middle class Officials respond after Missouri teen at wrong home is shot, prompting protests Woman arrested following assault at park in New Kent County Blog: Big dry out today. Dry/mild for a few days. David’s Bridal files for bankruptcy Norfolk International Airport reports busiest March in history National Guard member accused of applying to work as hitman on website PHOTOS: 6-foot snake found in SUV engine compartment in Chesterfield Virginia’s registered voter list ‘inadvertently’ shared, state agency says Sears in Greensboro’s Friendly Center, final North Carolina location, will close Old Dominion University announces new Chief of Police Crews respond to commercial building fire on Arrowhead Dr. in Virginia Beach Kenyans sweep in Boston Marathon, but favorite Kipchoge falls short PirateFest returns to Greenville Town Commons Online scammer pretends to be someone from NCDHHS, Orange County Sheriff’s Office warns Tasks to prioritize when spring-cleaning your laundry room or mudroom MrBeast named one of the most influential people by Time magazine How COVID testing will work after the US health emergency ends in May Expelling migrants under Title 8 should send message, congressman says VIDEO: New Mexico police shoot, kill man after address mix-up Fort Benning’s ‘Best Ranger’ competition returns in 2023 Person hit by Metro train at Pentagon City Money Matters: Financials experts talk about dealing with debt Clarence Thomas claimed income from defunct real estate firm: report says HRBT Expansion Project temporarily closes off-ramp to West Bay Avenue in Norfolk ‘The Super Mario Bros. Movie’ tops the box office again Downtown Tunnel westbound lanes closing Sunday night into Monday morning Democratic senators favor forcing House vote on debt limit increase  Democrats seek negotiating advantage in GOP budget turmoil Public hearings continue in Newport News Public Schools’ superintendent search Vacant home catches fire on Highland Ave. in Portsmouth Traffic Blog: Week of April 17