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Even as homes fall into the sea, many still can’t resist the allure of Outer Banks dreams
Homeowners, seemingly undeterred by the challenges of the beach, fight the shifting sands of ownership in Rodanthe.
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McDonald’s is closing its CosMc’s restaurants but plans to test drinks the chain ‘inspired’
McDonald’s opened one CosMc’s location near its headquarters in Chicago and seven in Texas.
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Busch Gardens celebrates a half-century with some new attractions
In May 1975, Busch Gardens: The Old Country opened with eight rides on about 3,000 acres. Then owned by Anhe-Busch, the new attraction had just one roller coaster. Fifty years later, Busch Gardens Williamsburg — as it’s now called —...
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Driver killed in Battlefield Boulevard crash in Chesapeake
The crash happened around 7:45 a.m. Saturday near the intersection of Battlefield Boulevard and South Hickory Road.
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![Trois-Rivieres goaltender Luke Cavallin (33) blocks a shot from Norfolk forward Jack O’Leary (17). The Norfolk irals faced the Lions de Trois-Rivieres in game three of the ECHL North Division Finals at the Scope Arena in Norfolk, Virginia, on May 8, 2025. (Billy Schuerman / The Virginian-Pilot)]( "irals ECHL playoffs")
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Election
2 challengers are taking on Portsmouth’s top prosecutor, including a former state delegate
Attorneys Nathan Chapman and Steve Heretick recently announced they will challenge Portsmouth Commonwealth's Attorney Stephanie...
Sports
Hampton Roads football legend Tommy Reamon dies at 73
After a standout playing career that included a season in the NFL, Reamon spent 35...
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Larry Rubama: A year ago, Kempsville’s baseball program got shut down over racism. Now, there’s a new culture.
Last year, the Chiefs' baseball program was shut down after a lengthy investigation found that...
Restaurants, Food and Drink
How to cook the perfect steak, grill marks and all
A juicy steak is — for many — the pinnacle of grilling options.
Politics
The Democrats’ path back to power might start in places like this small Appalachian town
The Democrats’ path back to power may start in small-town America, one small meeting at...
Opinion
Cartoon: E Puribus Unum?
Cartoon by David Horsey for May 25, 2025.
National News
Today in History: May 25, George Floyd killed by Minneapolis police
George Floyd, a Black man, was killed when a white Minneapolis police officer pressed his...
Military
Pentagon lost with Army helicopter on flight that caused jets to nix landings at DC airport
The aborted landings on May 1 added to general unease about continued close calls.
National Politics
South Africa police minister says Trump ‘twisted’ facts to push baseless genocide claims
Of the 5,700+ homicides through March, six occurred on farms. One victim was white.
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Travel irons are compact alternative to temperamental hotel irons and ensure you arrive looking your...