Norfolk faces its most significant heatwave in several years as heat indices are projected to reach 112 degrees. Rip it.
Norfolk is opening all 12 public library branches, including The Slover and Pretlow, as designated cooling centers during this week's heat wave. Rip it.
Norfolk lifeguards are ramping up Ocean View beach patrols and safety measures as extreme heat forecasts loom over the Fourth of July holiday. Rip it.
Amtrak trains servicing Norfolk may face afternoon delays through Saturday as extreme heat forces locomotives to reduce speeds during the hottest hours of the day. Rip it.
HRT is shifting buses and the Tide to Saturday schedules for the holiday, detouring several Norfolk routes around MacArthur station during the Great American Picnic. Rip it.
The Virginia General Assembly approved Governor Spanberger’s amendments to the $207 billion biennial budget, ending a months-long impasse just 48 hours before the state's new fiscal year. Rip it.
A slate of new Virginia laws taking effect July 1 frees high-earning Norfolk restaurants from strict food-to-alcohol sales ratios, seals certain misdemeanor records, and limits school cellphone use. Rip it.
Governor Spanberger signed Virginia back into the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative, restoring floodwall funding for Norfolk while introducing a $3 monthly ratepayer rebate. Rip it.
Virginia now bans single-use Styrofoam food containers at all restaurants, food trucks, and grocery stores, threatening non-compliant businesses with daily fines of up to $50. Rip it.
Norfolk Commonwealth’s Attorney Ramin Fatehi is adding 10 positions with $900,000 in city funding to prosecute jail-eligible misdemeanors and hire a director of diversion. Rip it.
Norfolk activist Bilal Muhammad marked the third anniversary of his son’s death in Ocean View by calling for community-led violence prevention. Rip it.
Norfolk’s NATO Joint Forces Command is preparing to transition to British leadership for the first time following the FLEETEX exercise featuring 32 ships from 17 countries. Rip it.
A $17 million state accounting error triggered deep funding cuts to Virginia HIV clinics, leaving patients at Norfolk’s LGBT Life Center and statewide facing critical medication shortages. Rip it.
A new Virginia law signed by Gov. Spanberger protects PrEP users from life insurance discrimination, a change advocates hope boosts preventative care in the region. Rip it.
After surviving multiple overdoses and serving 30 years in prison, Norfolk native James McRae is partnering with his sister's Church Street pharmacy to distribute lifesaving Narcan kits in underserved neighborhoods. Rip it.
Old Dominion University launched Virginia's first cybersecurity Ph.D. program to train future researchers and educators to tackle emerging digital threats, including artificial intelligence. Rip it.
The ODU Faculty Senate condemned the Board of Visitors' decision to extend President Brian Hemphill’s contract through 2032, calling the move a direct dismissal of their March vote of no confidence. Rip it.
Virginia is partnering with Ohio to design a three-year, 90-credit bachelor's degree model aimed at cutting tuition costs, reducing student debt, and accelerating career entry. Rip it.
HRT ridership surged on Juneteenth as Elizabeth River Ferry traffic increased 945% and Tide light rail boardings jumped 336%, driven by free holiday fares and waterfront festivals. Rip it.
Norfolk City Council unanimously voted to expand fare enforcement authority on The Tide and other HRT services to internal security officers, drawing public questions about accountability. Rip it.
Virginia’s newly approved budget allocates $2 million to the Virginia Institute of Marine Science to study the Chesapeake Bay’s controversial menhaden population after years of legislative delays. Rip it.
Virginia secured $69 million to combat PFAS in drinking water, but officials estimate fully treating the 'forever chemicals' statewide could cost up to $904 million. Rip it.
New Virginia regulations taking effect in January require water utilities to track and report how much water data centers consume, shedding light on the industry's footprint. Rip it.
The federal government is considering the nation’s first offshore mineral mining lease in a 2,700-square-mile area of the Atlantic Ocean starting just three miles off Virginia’s Eastern Shore. Rip it.
The Norfolk Tides snapped a recent slump by pounding out 14 hits, including home runs from Heston Kjerstad and Christian Encarnacion-Strand, to beat the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders 9-5 on Wednesday. Rip it.
Norfolk Tides catcher Creed Willems is batting .261 as he eyes the majors after buying his dream Ford F-150 with a $1 million signing bonus he predicted in seventh grade. Rip it.
Former Norfolk State and Lake Taylor High standout Joe Bryant Jr. earned Czech League Player of the Year honors, his third consecutive international player of the year award. Rip it.
ODU football scheduled its longest regular-season trip in program history for 2027, traveling 2,960 miles to face the California Golden Bears in Berkeley. Rip it.
Officially licensed green Norfolk Tides goodr sunglasses, dubbed 'Tides of Victory,' are now available ahead of Sunday's game at Harbor Park. Rip it.
While Richmond may get a new $140 million stadium, Harbor Park retains its Elizabeth River views and chargrilled pretzels despite neighboring casino construction. Rip it.
Local history for the 250th: American Patriots, not the British, burned 96% of Norfolk in 1776 to prevent the port from becoming a royal base. Rip it.
Norfolk Botanical Garden’s rare corpse flower, dubbed Lady Macdeath, is expected to bloom this week, unleashing its rotting-flesh stench for a brief 24- to 48-hour window. Rip it.
Norfolk’s historic Riverview Theater is back on the market with a phone number posted across its Granby Street marquee after a $1.5 million restoration effort fell short. Rip it.
Naro Cinema is bringing the full Lord of the Rings trilogy to the screen in July. Rip it.
Second Saturdays and Sundays are FREE at the Hermitage all summer. Rip it.
Coming in July to the Chrysler Museum of Art: Constellations: Contemporary Jewelry from the Dallas Museum of Art. Rip it.
Currently on Display:
Imperial Colors: Chinese Glass at the Chrysler Museum. Rip it.
Rafael Soldi: Soft Boy at Chrysler Museum. Rip it.
Wilderness Photography Foundation’s Traveling Exhibit, Nature’s Generosity at d’Art Center. Rip it.
Metal Transformed: A National Exhibit Featuring Fine Art Metalsmithing at d’Art Center. Rip it.
NFK Maritime: An Homage of Artworks Celebrating Norfolk As America's Nautical Pillar at the Main. Rip it.
Handwork at the Hermitage at the Hermitage Museum & Gardens. Rip it.
The Sloane Collection at the Hermitage Museum & Gardens. Rip it.
The CAN Collection at Assembly. Rip it.
Perry Glass Art Collection at Glass Light. Rip it.
We The People, A Series of Collages by Jay Brown Jr. of Still Jaybird Photography on display at The Gallery at Elation. Rip it.
MacArthur Center closes permanently on Saturday ahead of a planned redevelopment that would turn the site into a mixed-use district with apartments, hotel rooms, and street-level retail. Rip it.
Bipartisan Virginia lawmakers raise concerns over potential job losses from Dominion Energy’s proposed $67 billion merger with NextEra, despite promised ratepayer bill credits. Rip it.
A weekend trifecta of Harborfest, Sail250, and Juneteenth drew nearly 500,000 visitors to Norfolk, generating over $50 million in tourism revenue and completely booking downtown hotels. Rip it.
The ODU Real Estate Foundation plans to replace the longtime Muddy Paws pet store on Hampton Boulevard with a seven-story building featuring 117 apartments and ground-level retail. Rip it.
Norfolk-based real estate firm S.L. Nusbaum announced it will lay off 22 employees starting in August as the company transitions to outsourcing lower-level accounting roles. Rip it.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers in Norfolk recently seized $120,000 worth of smuggled Chinese kitchen cabinets and 5,184 flammable folding chairs destined for Los Angeles. Rip it.
Norfolk Customs and Border Protection officers seized nearly $170,000 in smuggled Chinese automotive struts and shock absorbers after the importer attempted to clear customs using a sample California driver's license. Rip it.
The Port of Virginia intercepted about 200 stolen cars bound for overseas markets this year, ranking as the nation's second-busiest hub for recovering stolen vehicle exports. Rip it.
Bob's Gun Shop on Granby Street in Norfolk reports a sales surge as Virginia background checks spiked 103% in May ahead of a proposed assault weapons ban. Rip it.
Norfolk International Airport is raising daily garage parking rates to $14 and hourly lot maximums to $30 on July 1 to fund capital improvements like the Robin Hood Road entrance. Rip it.
Norfolk celebrates Independence Day with free fireworks displays at Ocean View Beach Park on July 3 and Town Point Park on July 4. Rip it.
Fri July 3
Norfolk Run Club Meetup at Yorgo's Bageldashery. 6:00 am. Rip it.
First Friday Men's Breakfast at Calvary Presbyterian Church. 7:00 am. Rip it.
Holiday Align & Flow at GUD Yoga. 9:30 am. Rip it.
Writers Coffee Break at The Muse Writers Center. 10:00 am. Rip it.
Tidewater United Weekly Disc Golf League at Lafayette Park. 5:45 pm. Rip it.
Friday Night Live Music at COVA Brewing Company. 6:00 pm. Rip it.
K Camp performs live at Waterside District. 6:00 pm. Rip it.
Allen Hudson performs live at Torch Bistro. 6:00 pm. Rip it.
MAKE:MUSIC Open Mic at 757 Makerspace. 6:00 pm. Rip it.
WonderLand performs live at Ocean View Beach Park. 6:00 pm. Rip it.
Chris Johnson live at Ocean View Fishing Pier. 6:00 pm. Rip it.
Dance Discovery Series with Live Body Brave at Live Body Brave Studio. 6:00 pm. Rip it.
Bad Movie Night: Mac and Me at Michael and Kimthanh Lê Planetarium. 6:30 pm. Rip it.
Conor Churchill performs live at Elation Brewing. 7:00 pm. Rip it.
Midnight Rain - A Live Band Tribute to Taylor Swift at The NorVA. 8:00 pm. Rip it.
GirlProv at Push Comedy Theater. 8:00 pm. Rip it.
Goth Night at 37th & Zen. 8:00 pm. Rip it.
Jaws returns to Naro Cinema. 8:00 pm. Rip it.
Sean Heely plays live at Grace O’Malley’s. 8:30 pm. Rip it.
Kendall Street Company's Hot Dog Banger at The Annex. 8:00 pm. Rip it.
Fourth of July Bucket Fest at Baxter’s. 9:00 pm. Rip it.
Brian Pinardi Performing Live at Tap It Local. 9:00 pm. Rip it.
Reggae Fridays at MP Ultra Lounge. 9:00 pm. Rip it.
Best Night Ever at Chicho's Backstage. 10:00 pm. Rip it.
Sat July 4
Ocean View Run Club Weekend Long Run at Cova Brewing. 6:30 am. Rip it.
Morning Group Bicycle Ride at East Coast Bicycles. 7:00 am. Rip it.
Ghent Community Clean Up at Fred Heutte Garden. 8:00 am. Rip it.
Yoga at Neptune's Fury. 9:00 am. Rip it.
East Beach/EOV Farmers Market at Bay Oaks Park. 9:00 am. Rip it.
Plastic Free July at Norfolk Botanical Garden. 9:00 am. Rip it.
Storybook Tea Party - Bumblebee Theme at Norfolk Botanical Garden. 10:00 am. Rip it.
Fourth of July Bike Parade in Ghent at Fred Heutte Garden. 10:00 am. Rip it.
Queer Storytellers Workshop at Eleanor's Norfolk. 10:00 am. Rip it.
Live Life Fresh Boom Box Bike Ride at Freshtopia. 10:30 am. Rip it.
Boombox Rides at MacArthur Mall Green Space. 10:30 am. Rip it.
Parable Studies Weekly Book Club at Eleanor's Norfolk. 11:00 am. Rip it.
4th of July Hot Dog Eating Contest at Maker's Craft Brewery. 2:00 pm. Rip it.
Crazy DJ Music Bingo at Hank's Filling Station. 4:30 pm. Rip it.
2026 Fourth of July Great American Picnic at Town Point Park. 5:00 pm. Rip it.
Sound of Summer! at Ocean View Fishing Pier. 5:00 pm. Rip it.
RnB Block Party at Norfolk Scope. 6:00 pm. Rip it.
Rylo & Friends at Only You Lounge. 8:00 pm. Rip it.
Jaws returns to Naro Cinema. 8:00 pm. Rip it.
Sing to Me: 1 Year Anniversary at Baxter's. 8:30 pm. Rip it.
Sean Heely plays live at Grace O’Malley’s. 8:30 pm. Rip it.
DJ Baby Brett Performing Live at Tap It Local. 9:00 pm. Rip it.
DJ Saint James Performing Live at Grain. 9:00 pm. Rip it.
Bounce at Chicho's Backstage. 9:00 pm. Rip it.
Traptastic hosts Elsewhere at The Annex. 10:00 pm. Rip it.
Sun July 5
Base Sun Up Run at Ocean View Beach Park. 7:00 am. Rip it.
Birding with a Ranger at Lakewood Park. 9:00 am. Rip it.
Norfolk Flea Market at Waterside District. 10:00 am. Rip it.
Slow and Steady Sunday Group Ride at Slow & Steady Bike Goods. 10:30 am. Rip it.
37th and Zen Drag Brunch. 12:30 pm. Rip it.
Mega Evolution -- Pitch Black Prerelease at Atlantis Games & Comics. 1:00 pm. Rip it.
Tour de ORF at Benchtop Brewing Company. 3:00 pm. Rip it.
Rock the Dock SZN 2: Ep 004 at Waterside District. 4:00 pm. Rip it.
Traditional Irish Session at Grace O'Malley's Irish Pub & Restaurant. 5:00 pm. Rip it.
Stack N Starve Waterside District Sunset Run at Waterside District. 6:00 pm. Rip it.
Unfairy Tales at Push Comedy Theater. 7:00 pm. Rip it.
LGBTQ+ Yoga at 301 Brooke Ave. 7:30 pm. Rip it.
Jaws returns to Naro Cinema. 8:00 pm. Rip it.
Coconut and key lime zest is the holiday weekend latte flavor at Kobro’s. Rip it.
Don’t let the fireworks be the only thing taking flight this weekend, catch a special flight from Stockpot. Rip it.
Fried green tomatoes are in season and of course you can get them on a grilled cheese alongside grilled shrimp and applewood bacon. Rip it.
A Christmas in July cookie swap is coming to Vessel courtesy of the bake club. Rip it.
Sauce it up with handheld tasty at The Bird. Rip it.
BBQ chopped pork shoulder with a Manchego-Poblano pimento cheese should have you running to Ten Top. Rip it.
S’mores Amore has 4 world cup inspired flavors of s’mores for a limited time. Rip it.
Half off your peel & eat shrimp every hump day at the Norfolk Seafood Company. Rip it.