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What to expect from Norfolk State football under Michael Vick: ‘It’s gonna be gritty’

The Spartans kicked off their first spring practice under their first-year head coach on Tuesday — and things already feel different.

Norfolk State head coach Michael Vick talks to his players at the conclusion of the team's first spring practice Tuesday at Dick Price Stadium. (Kendall Warner/Staff)

After a flurry of signatures and vetoes over the weekend, Gov. Glenn Youngkin asked lawmakers Monday evening to amend the implementation of a controversial 2021 law shielding court records from public view until he is no longer in office.

Youngkin moves to delay controversial law sealing criminal, court records from public view

Ryan Odom has adapted while still adhering to an overarching academic mission he appreciates as a former Division III athlete at Hampden-Sydney in the face of a NIL-dominated landscape.

David Teel: Ryan Odom is part of UVA’s ‘culture shift’ into the lucrative world of NIL

Gov. Glenn Youngkin announced Monday that he prepared 205 budget line amendments and eight item vetoes to the General Assembly's proposed budget amendments.

Youngkin revives sanctuary city ban, gaming commission, school vouchers in budget amendments

File photo of Gov. Glenn Youngkin, center, signing an order. (AP Photo/Steve Helber, file)

Youngkin issues vetoes, rejects minimum wage increase and prescription drug review board

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Youngkin signs new batch of bills ahead of Monday deadline, bringing total up to 365
Youngkin signs new batch of bills ahead of Monday deadline, bringing total up to 365
Youngkin issues vetoes, rejects minimum wage increase and prescription drug review board
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Youngkin revives sanctuary city ban, gaming commission, school vouchers in budget amendments
Youngkin revives sanctuary city ban, gaming commission, school vouchers in budget amendments
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Demonstrators gather outside of the Edward A. Garmatz United States District Courthouse in Baltimore

Social Security under Trump: 5 warning signs to watch

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Democratic lawmakers heaped criticism on the administration for handling highly sensitive information carelessly.

Trump downplays national security team texting military operation plan on Signal as a minor ‘glitch’

Democratic lawmakers heaped criticism on the administration for handling highly sensitive information carelessly.

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A survey about whether James Blair Middle School should be renamed is due Tuesday by noon.

WJCC school division wants community input on renaming James Blair Middle School

A survey about whether James Blair Middle School should be renamed is due Tuesday by noon.

Photos: ODU players show off for NFL scouts at Pro Day

About 10 football players from Old Dominion University demonstrated their skills for NFL scouts during Pro Day at ODU's S.B. Ballard Stadium in Norfolk on Friday, March 21, 2025. James Cahoon, a quarterback from Division III school Bridgewater State University...
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Police are investigating after a man was found dead at a business Sunday afternoon.

Man dies in shooting on Cumberland Avenue in Portsmouth

Police are investigating after a man was found dead at a business Sunday afternoon.

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Coaches have mixed feelings on expansion.

Women’s NCAA Tournament not ready for expansion from competitive or financial standpoint

Coaches have mixed feelings on expansion.

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First Colonial remains at the top spot. Atlantic Shores and Maury move up with big wins.

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A strong shipbuilding industry is critically important for the strength of the Navy and a key part of our national security.

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A public Vietnam Veterans Appreciation Day Commemorative Ceremony will be held from 10-11 a.m. March 29 at the Armed Forces Memorial Monument, near Town Point Park.

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