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New free hip-hop, R&B music festival coming to Virginia Beach Oceanfront

The event is free to the public and will feature over 15 bands, including Pretty Savage, Shaolinn, SoberTheDJ, Bailly Castillo and more.

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The mass firing of federal employees since Trump took office in January is pushing out veterans who make up 30% of the nation's federal workforce.

Veterans fired from federal jobs say they feel betrayed, including some who voted for Trump

President Donald Trump said Thursday that the U.S. would temporarily reverse the sweeping tariffs it imposed just days ago on most Mexican products.

Trump suspends tariffs on most Mexican products

The Norfolk School Board voted 6-1 to approve the first design concepts for the new Maury High School plans Wednesday. The Norfolk City Council and School Board will still have to approve final design plans and a guaranteed maximum price for the project.

Norfolk School Board votes to approve initial Maury High School design concept

The Norfolk Federal Building and the Owen B. Pickett United States Custom House were among the more than 400 properties the federal government identified for disposal. But then the list went offline.

On potential Trump cutting block: 2 Norfolk federal buildings

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These are the landlords who evicted the most Norfolk tenants last year
These are the landlords who evicted the most Norfolk tenants last year
The latest business openings and closings in Hampton Roads
The latest business openings and closings in Hampton Roads
On potential Trump cutting block: 2 Norfolk federal buildings
On potential Trump cutting block: 2 Norfolk federal buildings
School cancellations in Hampton Roads ahead of storm
School cancellations in Hampton Roads ahead of storm
Tornado watch, severe thunderstorm warning issued for Hampton Roads
Tornado watch, severe thunderstorm warning issued for Hampton Roads
Man dies after fight in Virginia Beach; investigation underway
Man dies after fight in Virginia Beach; investigation underway
Norfolk’s Commonwealth’s Attorney condemns bill that would prevent federal funding for sanctuary cities
Norfolk's Commonwealth’s Attorney condemns bill that would prevent federal funding for sanctuary cities
Heavy fire burns Broadway Nightclub in Norfolk
Heavy fire burns Broadway Nightclub in Norfolk
Chesapeake man, 39, dies after being struck by tractor-trailer on I-664
Chesapeake man, 39, dies after being struck by tractor-trailer on I-664
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75 mph winds and 'strong tornadoes' possible Wednesday in Hampton Roads

Business

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Walgreens agrees to be acquired by private equity firm for almost $10 billion

Walgreens Boots Alliance says it has agreed to be acquired by Sycamore Partners.

Politics

Federal money makes up a significant portion of budgets in some rural districts.

Trump slashed teacher training, citing DEI. Educators say the grants fought staff shortages

Federal money makes up a significant portion of budgets in some rural districts.

Local News

The proposed budget is a nearly $16 million increase over the $198 million operating budget for fiscal year 2025.

WJCC Schools superintendent proposes $214M budget, includes staff salary increase

The proposed budget is a nearly $16 million increase over the $198 million operating budget for fiscal year 2025.

Photos: Admirals defeat Everblades at Scope

The Norfolk Admirals defeated the Florida Everblades 4-1 at the Scope Arena in Norfolk, Virginia, on March 5, 2025.
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Photos: Class 5 basketball quarterfinals at Woodside
Photos: Cox wins class 5 wrestling title
Photos: Thousands pay their respects to slain VBPD officers
Photos: Class 5 basketball region championships
Photos: Class 5 Region B boys basketball semifinals

Crime and Public Safety

The Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles is warning customers about a scam in which fraudsters pose as toll agencies and claim you owe money for unpaid tolls.

Virginia DMV warns of new fake toll text message scam

The Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles is warning customers about a scam in which fraudsters...

Sports

Sean Durugordon scored 17 of his 21 points in the second half and ODU dominated the final 14 minutes of play.

ODU uses second-half surge to beat Louisiana in Sun Belt Conference Tournament opener

Sean Durugordon scored 17 of his 21 points in the second half and ODU dominated...

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In the Class 5 girls competition, First Colonial's Dara Duffy won the 100 freestyle and Deep Creek's Sydney Holbach won the 1-meter diving competition.

First Colonial’s Austin Temple sets two state records at Class 5 swimming and diving championships

In the Class 5 girls competition, First Colonial's Dara Duffy won the 100 freestyle and...

Restaurants, Food and Drink

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Opinion

Cartoon by Michael Ramirez for March 7, 2025.

Cartoon: Sanctuary Cities

Cartoon by Michael Ramirez for March 7, 2025.

National News

Three skiers are believed to be under more than 30 feet of snow.

Experts and recovery teams hope to reach site of Alaska avalanche that buried 3 skiers

Three skiers are believed to be under more than 30 feet of snow.

Military

Naval Air Station Pensacola entrance

Officials say reports of shots being fired at Florida naval station but no victims or shooter found

Officers conducted a search and found no evidence of a shooting and no victims.

National Politics

National Labor Relations Board member Gwynne Wilcox sued Trump after he fired her.

Federal judge reinstates labor board member fired by President Donald Trump

National Labor Relations Board member Gwynne Wilcox sued Trump after he fired her.

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Swing into fun with the best kids golf clubs

Kids’ golf club sets usually consist of six or fewer clubs. There are woods, irons,...