Episodes

  • Virginia Beach News Today — May 09, 2026

    Virginia Beach News Today — May 09, 2026
    May 9 2026
    Virginia Beach police honored an officer for saving a newborn’s life during a critical emergency last week, while a squad car crash near the industrial zone caused minor delays. Residents can now use the Citizen app for real-time safety updates, and the L.E.A.D. Fest Carnival returns this weekend with family activities and local outreach.
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  • Virginia Beach News Today — May 08, 2026

    Virginia Beach News Today — May 08, 2026
    May 8 2026
    Virginia Beach officials are addressing a major data breach that compromised student data and disrupted local schools, while also investing in public safety following a heroic officer's life-saving actions. The city is also welcoming local artist Ashley Anne to the Patriotic Festival, set to highlight community spirit and national heritage.
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  • Virginia Beach News Today — May 07, 2026

    Virginia Beach News Today — May 07, 2026
    May 7 2026
    Virginia Beach officials announced a $1 million advertising campaign to address safety concerns and promote unity after a series of shootings and a curfew. The city also allocated $1 million to boost Oceanfront tourism and upgraded its fire department's water response fleet to improve coastal emergency capabilities.
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  • Virginia Beach News Today — May 06, 2026

    Virginia Beach News Today — May 06, 2026
    May 6 2026
    Virginia Beach officials are investigating the arrest of a Navy serviceman linked to the discovery of a teenager in a residential area, while the city honors late Delegate Barry D. Knight by renaming the Owl Creek Boat Ramp. Firefighters are battling a fire at an abandoned building near Lava Beach Lane, and residents are invited to share input on new industrial development plans.
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  • Virginia Beach News Today — May 05, 2026

    Virginia Beach News Today — May 05, 2026
    May 5 2026
    Virginia Beach residents should know about a house fire on Lotus Creek Drive that displaced a family and sparked evacuations, as well as the city’s national recognition for small business support. Sherrard Middle School’s steel band will perform in Virginia Beach, highlighting cross-state cultural collaboration.
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  • Virginia Beach News Today — May 04, 2026

    Virginia Beach News Today — May 04, 2026
    May 4 2026
    Virginia Beach residents will find updates on the ViBe Creative District's curbside art project, the annual "Crush Cancer" bike ride, and the political push by Hampton Roads mayors to veto Morgan Griffith's collective bargaining bills. The episode also highlights the Citizen app's role in community safety and weather conditions for the day.
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  • Virginia Beach News Today — May 03, 2026

    Virginia Beach News Today — May 03, 2026
    May 3 2026
    Virginia Beach — A major fire on MacNean Circle damaged three homes and displaced one adult, with firefighters investigating possible links to an earlier fire, while an oceanfront shooting near the boardwalk injured eight and led to suspect arrests. The state legislature is close to finalizing a bill that could impose U.S. sanctions on Iranian ports amid regional tensions.
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  • Virginia Beach News Today — May 02, 2026

    Virginia Beach News Today — May 02, 2026
    May 2 2026
    Your daily 2-minute news update for Virginia Beach. Covering today's top local stories, community updates, and weather. Part of The Local Wire — every city, every day.
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    2 mins