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Virginia Beach Trafficker Allegedly Found Sleeping in Vehicle
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Virginia Beach Trafficker Allegedly Found Sleeping in Vehicle

An alleged Virginia Beach drug trafficker was allegedly found sleeping in a vehicle leading to a major seizure, according to Virginia Beach Police Department. WATCH: Follow the Watchful Eye on X, Facebook, Instagram, Rumble& YouTubeto keep up with what's happening in Virginia.
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Man Gets 2-Day Sentence for Road Rage Attack
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Man Gets 2-Day Sentence for Road Rage Attack

A 64-year-old man convicted for a road rage attack was only required to serve two days behind bars. Peter Anthony Clark was found guilty following a March 24 bench trial stemming from a 2024 incident on East Little Creek Road in Norfolk. On Oct. 17, another driver attempted to turn left at a median and encountered Clark, who ran a stop sign and nearly caused a head-on collision, according to the Commonwealth’s Attorney Office. Both drivers stopped and exchanged words before the situation escalated. Clark exited his vehicle, approached the victim, and reportedly reached through the driver’s window in an attempt to strike him. When the victim opened his door to push Clark away and stepped out of his car, Clark punched him in the face and pulled his hair—ripping some of it from his h...
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Virginia Breeze Launching 1st East-West Bus Route
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Virginia Breeze Launching 1st East-West Bus Route

Virginia Breeze is launching a new bus route—the Tidewater Current. This will be the first east-west line in the Virginia Breeze network connecting 10 cities and 5 counties between Virginia Beach and Harrisonburg. CHECK OUT: Compact Rolling Weekender Bag | Multiple Pockets | Lightweight, Under-Seat Design The route’s stops include: Virginia Beach Convention Center Norfolk – Military Highway Park & Ride Newport News – Newport News Transportation Center Williamsburg – Williamsburg Transportation Center New Kent – Colonial Downs / Rosie’s Gaming Emporium Richmond International Airport Richmond Main Street Station Charlottesville – Scott Stadium Staunton – Crossing Way Park & Ride Harrisonburg – Godwin Transit Center Tidewater Current will be...
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Death Toll Rises to 2 in ODU Campus Shooting, Identities Revealed
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Death Toll Rises to 2 in ODU Campus Shooting, Identities Revealed

One of the victims wounded in Thursday’s shooting inside a Reserve Officers’ Training Corps classroom at Old Dominion University has died, authorities confirmed. The victim was identified Lt. Col. Brandon Shah, the head of the university’s Army ROTC program and a professor of military science. Shah, a Virginia native and an ODU alumnus, enlisted in the U.S. Army in 2003 and has received numerous military commendations, including two Bronze Stars. Police-Grade Pepper Spray | Belt Clip Included Authorities say the shooting unfolded Thursday morning when the gunman entered the ROTC classroom and opened fire. The suspected shooter was identified by the FBI as Mohamed Bailor Jalloh, a former Army National Guardsman who had previously been convicted of providing support to the...
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Driver in Overboard Crash on Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel Identified
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Driver in Overboard Crash on Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel Identified

The driver killed in the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel (CBBT) accident involving a tractor-trailer running overboard has been identified as Ronnie Andrews, age 61, of Robersonville, NC. Andrews’ body and the vehicle, which was owned by Perdue Farms, were recovered from the water Sunday night by Crofton Diving of Portsmouth. Charge All Your Devices at Once: 5-in-1 Fast Charging Stationw/ Wireless Charging The cause has not yet been determined. But CBBT authorities said weather was not a factor in the accident, as there was no rain, mild winds around 15 mph, and fair visibility. Due to guardrail and curb damage, there is a lane closure in the southbound direction near the scene of the accident that is expected to remain in place for several days until repairs are completed. In ...
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Longer delays for Coleman Bridge openings, warns VDOT
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Longer delays for Coleman Bridge openings, warns VDOT

VDOT has warned drivers and boaters to expect extended delays when there are Coleman bridge openings. Due to mechanical issues, crews now have to manually open the bridge, which requires additional procedures and manpower. According the VDOT, the extra steps add 25–40 minutes to the process, resulting in total opening times of approximately 45–60 minutes. Charge All Your Devices at Once | 5-in-1 Fast Charging Station |Wireless Charging Despite the mechanical problems and extended delays, bridge openings must continue in order to comply with U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) regulations. While vessels are not typically required to give advance notice, VDOT has requested a two-hour heads-up due to the need for additional staffing and coordination. This is a change USCG has discretion ov...
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Tractor-Trailer crash closes south side of James River Bridge
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Tractor-Trailer crash closes south side of James River Bridge

Virginia State Police have launched an investigation into a tractor-trailer crash in Isle of Wight County Monday night that knocked out power in the James River Bridge area and prompted a lengthy shutdown of the southbound lanes. Charge All Your Devices at Once: 5-in-1 Fast Charging Station w/ Wireless Charging According to VSP, the incident was a single-vehicle crash. The truck driver was traveling southbound on Route 17 when, just north of the Raceway, he ran off the right side of the road into a marshy area, striking several power poles and utility lines. The impact caused power outages affecting both the James River Bridge and the Carrollton area. (Photo: VSP) VDOT responded to the scene and coordinated with the Isle of Wight Sheriff’s Office to implement a road closure on ...
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