1+ week, 5+ day ago (111+ words) Norfolk Police have safely located 13-year-old Christopher Garcia, who was last seen on Nov. 17. NORFOLK, Va. " Norfolk police said they have safely located 13-year-old Christopher Garcia, who was ... 13-year-old missing from Norfolk found safe NORFOLK, Va. " Norfolk police said they have safely located 13-year-old Christopher Garcia, who was last seen late Monday. Garcia was last seen around 10:30 p.m. on Monday in the 7900 block of Nancy Court. Authorities believed Garcia left his home between 11:00 p.m. and 1:00 a.m. At about 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, police said he was found safe in Norfolk....

1+ week, 5+ day ago (214+ words) NORFOLK, Va. " A Suffolk man is facing charges following a shooting last week that injured a 15-year-old boy in Norfolk. Norfolk police said officers were called to the 7400 block of Fenner Street around 7:15 p.m. on Monday, November 10, for a report of a gunshot victim. Arriving officers found the boy suffering from a gunshot wound to his foot. He was taken to the hospital to be treated for the non-life-threatening injury While investigating, police learned that around 7:30 p.m., a 20-year-old man arrived at Sentara Leigh Hospital suffering from a gunshot wound. He reported that he had been shot in Virginia Beach, but investigators said he was actually injured in connection with the Fenner Street shooting. That 20-year-old man, Diauntae Hines of Suffolk, has now been charged with use of a firearm in the commission of a felony and robbery. Police said additional charges…...

5+ day, 23+ min ago (462+ words) NORFOLK, Va. " A new Mobile Healthcare Lab parked outside of the Jordan-Newby Anchor Branch Library is bringing hands-on medical training directly into Norfolk neighborhoods, aiming to remove barriers that keep many adults from starting or completing workforce programs." The initiative, launched by Tidewater Community College's Workforce Solutions in partnership with Norfolk Works, is designed to help fill a persistent shortage in the region's health care workforce-- while giving residents a path to stable, in-demand jobs." The custom-built lab opened this summer as part of the CARENOW project. Inside, the vehicle is a fully outfitted clinical classroom that mirrors the setup of a small medical clinic. The goal is to eliminate the biggest obstacles students report. "We have a lot of students who have daycare issues. We have a lot of students who have transportation issues," said Andrell Ford, TCC's Healthcare…...

1+ week, 3+ day ago (369+ words) Spartans played hard despite Senior Day loss The Norfolk State Spartans fell to Morgan State on Senior Day, but head coach Michael Vick said he remains encouraged by how his team continues to compete. With the season winding down, Vick said that the effort, energy, and commitment he sees each week give him confidence in the program's direction." "You can see our guys play hard, they give it the effort, " Vick said. "I can't wait to get out there and send [the seniors] off with a bang." Vick points to penalties and missed chances as key differences Vick said Norfolk State's mistakes proved costly, erasing momentum and overshadowing a productive day on the ground." He added that the Spartans' run game and physicality were good enough to win, but the timing of miscues " including the blocked field goal returned for…...

3+ day, 1+ hour ago (257+ words) If you've stepped outside lately, you've probably noticed the evenings feeling darker earlier... and that trend is about to reach its peak. Norfolk will experience its earliest sunsets of the year starting next week To stream 13News Now on your phone, you need the 13News Now app. Download the 13News Now app Next up in 5 Example video title will go here for this video Even though the winter solstice " the shortest day of the year " isn't until December 21, the earliest sunsets actually happen a little earlier. Our sunset times and the length of the day don't change at the same rate because of the tilt of the Earth and the way our planet's orbit speeds up and slows down through the year. So even though daylight continues shrinking until the solstice, the sunsets themselves bottom out a bit sooner. In Norfolk, that means…...

2+ week, 1+ day ago (122+ words) Norfolk police are investigating a shooting in the 5300 block of Greenplain Road. The call came in at 5:15 p.m., and a male has life-threatening injuries. Norfolk police investigate shooting on Greenplain Road To stream 13News Now on your phone, you need the 13News Now app. Download the 13News Now app Next up in 5 Example video title will go here for this video NORFOLK, Va. " Norfolk police are investigating a shooting in the 5300 block of Greenplain Road. Police said the call came in at 5:15 p.m. A male was taken to the hospital with life-threatening injuries. 13News Now has a crew on the scene. Some residents said they heard "multiple" gunshots before police arrived....

2+ week, 3+ day ago (483+ words) NORFOLK, Va. " The Norfolk State Spartans came up short once again on the road, falling to North Carolina Central, but head coach Michael Vick said he's still proud of his team's resilience and growth. With eight straight losses now on the season, Vick emphasized that progress is happening behind the scenes, even if it's not yet reflected in the record." "We continue to fight, we continue to play hard, and we play with the right spirit," Vick said. "We're going to always feel like we're a better team than our record shows." Vick sees growth and maturity through adversity Vick said the team is learning to handle tough moments with composure, citing how players responded after quarterback Otto Kunhs'"injury: "It was emotional for all of us, but they stayed in it, didn't lose their cool, and walked off the…...

1+ week, 1+ day ago (252+ words) NORFOLK, Va. " The U.S. Navy has released its Final Environmental Assessment (EA) and Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) for its plan to base the MQ-25A Stingray unmanned aircraft system at Naval Station Norfolk. The proposed action at Norfolk involves establishing a new East Coast MQ-25A squadron to enhance aircraft carrier capabilities and versatility for the Joint Forces Commander. Facilities construction and renovations are expected between 2026 and 2029, with phased occupancy by aircraft and personnel planned between 2031 and 2035. The Final EA reviewed environmental impacts in areas including air quality, water resources, noise, biological resources, airspace operations, infrastructure, transportation, public health and safety, hazardous materials, and socioeconomics. The Navy determined that implementation of the proposed actions would not significantly impact the quality of the human environment." As a result, an Environmental Impact Statement will not be prepared. The Navy considered a "No Action…...

2+ week, 6+ day ago (208+ words) The Norfolk State women's basketball team controlled the game from start to finish, defeating Virginia State 7753 on Sunday afternoon at Echols Hall. The victory moved the Spartans to 21 on the season, while the game served as an exhibition for the Trojans. Graduate guard Jasha Clinton led Norfolk State with 21 points, six steals, and a strong defensive presence. Anjanae Richardson added 13 points and five steals, while Da'Brya Clark finished with 11 points. Carmen Kweti led the team with eight rebounds, and LeAire Nicks added seven. The Spartans opened with an 110 run and shot 52.9% in the first quarter to establish a 204 lead. They extended that advantage to 4618 by halftime behind relentless defensive pressure and fast-break scoring. Norfolk State forced 29 turnovers overall, converting them into 34 points. Virginia State found brief momentum early in the fourth quarter, but a three-pointer from Richardson sparked a 70 response…...

1+ week, 5+ day ago (235+ words) NORFOLK, Va. " Officials from Norfolk and Virginia Beach urged state lawmakers on Tuesday to provide more resources to strengthen flood mitigation, one of the most pressing challenges facing Hampton Roads." The appeal came during a session of the Joint Subcommittee on Recurrent Flooding. "Flooding is no longer a future threat; it's a present-day challenge that can present itself on any given day and demands coordinated action," said State Sen. Angelia Graves. Residents in flood-prone areas, such as Willoughby in Norfolk, said they experience severe flooding regularly. "At its worst, it can be chest height. I'm 5'5", so it can be up to my chest or higher," said Heather LaCasse, a Norfolk resident. City officials and Graves called on the Commonwealth to establish a state funding program to support large-scale flood-relief projects. They also urged greater investment in the Stormwater Local Assistance…...