WAVY.com Articles: January 11, 2024

It’s the most wonderful time … Girl Scout cookie season starts Saturday Pet reptile found abandoned in Norfolk in a pile of trash Defense, rebounding lead W&M to road win at Hampton Fire damages home on Eva Circle in Norfolk ODU lets 20 point lead slip away in 77-70 loss at Georgia State Alabama can enforce ban on gender-affirming care for trans youth Elizabeth City Police receives multiples reports of car thefts in two weeks US, British militaries launch massive retaliatory strike against Iranian-backed Houthis in Yemen Native American burial site could be hidden under Florida picnic shelter, researchers say ‘Welcome everyone to Running Code’: NNPD debuts new podcast ‘Committed to delivering something’: Youngkin seems agreeable to toll relief Wegmans recall Outrageous Oat Cookies in Va. and N.C. Mobility tech was on display at CES 2024 CVS to close some pharmacies in Target stores Attorney details lawsuit against Richneck administrators Conservative calls for Johnson to rip up deal frustrate other Republicans Family says behavioral health center at fault for missing loved one Richmond children’s hospital dealing with shortage of RSV vaccines New report offers suggestions for reforming US immigration system ‘He set the tone’: Tom Brady reacts to Bill Belichick’s departure from Patriots Bardith Circle murder case moves ahead 2 Norfolk-based ships assisted in shooting down anti-ship missiles in Southern Red Sea In the segregated south, Savannah’s first Black bus driver makes history Savannah-raised woman champions civil rights in Georgia Haley faces hurdles in toppling Trump even after Christie exits race ‘Scary’: Texas teen brutally attacked by stranger with machete Harlem of the South: Tampa’s impact on African-American musicians Sportsbooks pulling hard for big underdogs Packers and Steelers Congress moves closer to government shutdown Certain first-time homebuyers in Norfolk can now get up to $40K GOP rep says Mayorkas prioritizing Mexico over US VIDEO: Portsmouth ABC store suspect loaded down with alcohol Anthem makes big donation to CHKD Milk Bank Pentagon inspector general to review Austin’s hospitalization Slain Greensboro Police Sgt. Dale Nix laid to rest at Westover Church Staking your claim: Is the state holding free money that belongs to you? Aaron Rodgers returns to ‘Pat McAfee Show’ one day after supposed exit 8 safer options to keep you hydrated and avoid harmful plastics Triangle woman specializes in haircuts for people with special needs, working to train others First Black-owned water sports rental business on Chula Vista, CA bayfront opens Chemical company Solenis investing $193M for Suffolk expansion ‘Never stop’: Olympic wrestler learned from her father Norfolk man convicted in 2022 shooting that left victim dead, victim’s mother hurt GOP candidates make final push in Iowa Bipartisan lawmakers unveil legislation to fight campus discrimination VDOT forecasts traffic on MMBT, Route 17 bridges to be over capacity during James River Bridge closure Dominion Energy responds to over 100,000 outages in Hampton Roads and OBX in Jan. 9 storm Bud Harrelson, Mets shortstop who tangled with Pete Rose, dies at 79 VP Harris announces $285 million for mental health in schools to prevent gun violence Trump loses ground, Haley sees 10-point boost in New Hampshire poll Hunter Biden’s daughter hits back at Greene for ‘lying’ at House hearing 2 found dead in ‘extremely hot’ South Carolina house: police Senate GOP caught off guard by talks of alternative spending deal: ‘Good luck’ JRB closures will impact the Isle of Wight County Schools schedule Conservatives allow bills to advance day after floor revolt Forecasters reveal when they think El Niño will end Jeffries warns that Johnson reneging on spending deal would tank the economy Your paycheck may be slightly larger this year, even without a raise: Here’s why Study finds a consistent sleep schedule is more important than getting more sleep Jelly Roll on Capitol Hill for Senate hearing on fentanyl In the Kitchen: Juice Cleanse 15 GOP-led states are rejecting new summer food aid for children Benefits of Chiropractic Care IAHR: Christina Kimbrough LEGO’s new Bouquet of Roses set actually ‘blooms’ House conservatives huddle with Speaker Johnson on alternate spending deal 2024 Mid-Atlantic Home and Outdoor Living Show Penske threepeat a potential theme for NASCAR in 2024 Noah Gragson to get 2nd chance in NASCAR after suspension Passenger arrested after asking Spirit flight attendant to join ‘mile high club,’ officers say FAA will investigate whether Boeing failed to ensure planes were safe for flights Southampton Middle School’s lockdown lifted after no gun was found Michelle Troconis’ trial underway in Jennifer Farber Dulos case Woman dies after assault in Chowan County, man arrested, authorities say Wanted ‘Peeping Tom’ in Outer Banks used suicide note as ‘smokescreen,’ police say DeSantis accuses Trump of ‘massive gaslighting’ during Fox News town hall Big Game Bound: Super Wild Card Weekend features 6 games Schumer announces step toward spending stopgap: ‘Crystal clear’ CR is needed JFK Middle School evacuated twice in one week due to bomb threats Farm Fresh in Poquoson to close just under 2 years after reopening Keeping Warm While Curling Up on the Couch Minor driving stolen car arrested after hitting Alexandria police cruiser, injuring officer, police say TSA detected fewer guns in North Carolinian’s carry-on luggage in 2023 Christie caught on hot mic, says Haley “going to get smoked” WATCH: Video shows EF-2 tornado moving through South Carolina city Little fish gets big attention from lawmakers in Richmond 13 winter wardrobe staples you can find on Amazon for under $40 Haley and DeSantis spar at final debate before Iowa caucus Donald Trump defies judge, gives courtroom speech on tense final day of New York civil fraud trial Lisa Marie Presley’s memoir, completed after her death, to be released in October NPD: Free steering locks for Kia and Hyundai owners Christie on hot mic says Haley’s ‘gonna get smoked’  5 memorable moments from the DeSantis-Haley debate Police respond to bomb threat at home of judge overseeing Trump fraud case Fruit Stripe Gum discontinued after more than 50 years Bill Belichick leaving New England Patriots after 24 seasons as head coach Amazon slashing hundreds of jobs in Prime Video, MGM Studios Blog: Calm for Thursday before more rain and wind late Friday Google cuts hundreds of employees: Here’s who was hit Overnight crash on George Washington Hwy results in downed power lines Centerville Turnpike Bridge reopened after earlier malfunction Multi-vehicle crash near Bowers Hill causes delays Pentagon pushes back on Taylor Swift conspiracy theory: ‘We are going to shake it off’ NCDHHS secretary Kody Kinsley lays out plan to help North Carolinians stay healthy Man convicted of killing 14-year-old Ronda Blaylock 40 years after her murder denied parole Pedulla and Nickel lead Virginia Tech to a win over Clemson, 87-72 Scene cleared, investigation continues after possible explosive device found in vehicle in Washington 2024 Virginia General Assembly session begins with Democrats in control of both House and Senate FDA allows imports of syphilis drug from France amid nationwide shortage Fire destroys historic plantation home in Beaufort County Lankford steps into spotlight amid attempt to crack border code These are the 10 best companies to work for in 2024, Glassdoor says Virginia farm products generate billions in cash receipts Harkers Island residents assessing damage after 2 tornadoes hit Saban retiring from University of Alabama football program, reports Garmin digs in as the smartwatch maker for everyone Trump risks backlash with wish for economic crash in ‘next 12 months’  Winners and losers of the final GOP debate before Iowa Norview Pilots soar in 6th win of season over Booker T. 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