A collection of WHRO feature news including WHRO stories, interviews and in-depth reporting from Southeastern Virginia.
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African American waterman villages in Suffolk named among state's most endangered historic places
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Preservation Virginia said the historic villages of Hobson and Oakland face threats from flooding and modern development.89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA による
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State budget gives Norfolk $25 million for floodwall project
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The final allocation is nearly $50 million less than what was in the governor's original budget proposal. Norfolk officials say the drop in expected funding won't affect the timeline of the immediate phase of the floodwall.89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA による
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Virginia could see more days with worse air quality ratings. Here’s why.
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State officials say stricter federal air pollution standards could tip more days from being considered good to moderate quality.89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA による
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Virginia Beach marsh terrace project will be the first on East Coast
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The city is planning to restore marsh habitat at Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge that has been lost from years of erosion.89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA による
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A new regional group wants to push Hampton Roads forward without the drag of bureaucracy
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The new Regional Organizations Presidents’ Council thinks frank discussions and deliberate action can break regional inaction that’s plagued Hampton Roads.89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA による
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Norfolk International Airport was one of five stops along the East Coast during NOAA’s Hurricane Awareness Tour this week.89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA による
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Sea level rise is swamping septic systems in Virginia. A local partnership is testing a solution.
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The Middle Peninsula is often called the septic repair capital of the East Coast. A new pilot project in Gloucester could help.89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA による
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Williamsburg, James City County residents split on breaking up joint school district
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Concerns about the cost and student performance in an independent Williamsburg school district have popped up as the city's gathered resident feedback.89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA による
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Former Wyoming Congresswoman Liz Cheney spoke at the Norfolk Forum. A three-term member of the House of Representatives from Wyoming, Cheyney rose to the number-three leadership position—Chair of the House Republican Caucus--Until January sixth, 2021 happened. She voted for impeachment over January sixth…and was stripped of her party position, then…
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William & Mary wants to add marine science bachelor's degree
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The public university would be the first in Virginia to offer a full marine science program to undergraduate students.89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA による
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After applying to the state twice for permission for open-heart procedures, Chesapeake Regional performed its first open heart surgery April 30.89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA による
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Chesapeake Bay cleanup inching along, but not enough to meet 2025 goals
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Most states in the Chesapeake Bay watershed, including Virginia, will not meet federal pollution standards by the EPA's 2025 deadline. But officials announced some progress this week.89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA による
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Tens of thousands face evictions without attorney help every year in Virginia. A new center is trying to help tenants fight for themselves.
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The Eviction Defense Center aims to provide resources - from primers on the eviction process to scripts for court appearances - to the more than 100,000 Virginia households dealing with evictions annually.89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA による
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Virginia Beach rejects collective bargaining for city employees
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A councilwoman's abstention meant a split vote and the denial of the bargaining request. City employees were already looking to force another vote after the defeat.89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA による
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Nocturnal bird migration expected to peak in Hampton Roads this weekend
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Millions of birds are making their way north to breeding grounds, including warblers, thrushes and red-winged blackbirds.89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA による
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Virginia Beach will decide Tuesday if firefighters can bargain a union contract
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Several city council members have expressed worries about the expense of allowing Virginia Beach's firefighters to collectively bargain an employment contract. One member - a former fire chief - says it'll help ensure they get in line ahead of other priorities come budget time.89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA による
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Virginia gets $156 million to expand access to solar power
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The money from the EPA is part of the Biden administration's efforts to tackle climate change. It'll be used to help low-income households access solar infrastructure.89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA による
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Regulators reject latest effort to restrict menhaden harvest in Chesapeake Bay
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The Virginia Marine Resources Commission this week voted down the petition filed in December by environmental and recreational fishing groups.89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA による
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Centuries ago, Black freedmen found refuge harvesting oysters in Suffolk. A descendant is carrying on their legacy.
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Oysterwoman Mary Hill is trying to keep the village of Hobson alive. This story is part of an NPR project documenting historical markers throughout the U.S.89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA による
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With 12 rooms, the Dozoretz Hospice House of Hampton Roads in Virginia Beach puts only a small dent in the number of hospice beds needed in the region.89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA による
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Nonprofit working to boost public access to Great Dismal Swamp
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The Friends of the Great Dismal Swamp recently got a half-million dollar grant from the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation to implement planned improvements at the wildlife refuge.89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA による
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International climate change workshop comes to Norfolk
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Community members took part in a French-inspired “Climate Fresk” to learn about the science behind global climate change.89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA による
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HRBT expansion marks breakthrough as boring machine completes first new tunnel
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After a 5-month U-turn, the monster drill will bore a second tunnel back to Norfolk.89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA による
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Part of former Lambert's Point Golf Course opens as public green space
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Residents had been pushing the city for nearly a year to preserve the 15 acres it owns as a park. And some questions remain.89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA による
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Residential, retail and a new hotel: Norfolk targets MacArthur Center for a mixed-use development
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Norfolk's mayor announcement was big on ambition and light on details, but included plans for a new 400-room hotel alongside high-rise apartments and condos.89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA による
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Lawyers for former Newport News teacher Abby Zwerner say new information from a grand jury report indicting a former school administrator may give grounds for state and federal agencies to investigate Newport News schools.89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA による
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After grand jury indictments, prosecutors are still investigating Richneck Elementary shooting
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The grand jury report released this week suggests additional investigation into school district officials. Newport News Commonwealth's Attorney Howard Gwynn says his office will follow the facts where they lead.89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA による
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After grand jury indictments, prosecutors are still investigating Richneck Elementary Shooting
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The grand jury report released this week suggests additional investigation into school district officials. Newport News Commonwealth's Attorney Howard Gwynn says his office will follow the facts where they lead.89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA による
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City employees, residents tell Virginia Beach to let firefighters collectively bargain
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A union representing city fire and EMS staff has requested the ability to collectively bargain a contract with the city, the first such request in Virginia Beach since public-sector bargaining was allowed by the state in 2021. The city must accept or reject the request by the end of May.89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA による
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VB wants to know: should city let employee unions bargain contracts?
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Virginia Beach is facing a request from the International Association of Fire Fighters to let fire and EMS staff jointly negotiate a contract with the city. The council is holding a special meeting to get resident input.89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA による
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Williamsburg officials say a resident survey prompted them to look at an independent school system. The survey didn’t ask that question.
When Williamsburg officials introduced the idea of splitting the Williamsburg-James City County Public School System last year, they cited feedback from a resident survey as one of the main reasons to consider ending the nearly 70-year partnership.But the survey, obtained through a Freedom of Information Act request, doesn't ask residents if they w…
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Portsmouth leaders try different approach to nurture small businesses, downtown retail
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Bloom Market is both a boutique and an economic development experiment. Small-scale local artisans will have a place to get some brick-and-mortar retail experience in the hope that they grow into their own locations.89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA による
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Citing lack of affordable land, Hampton Roads Habitat for Humanity groups suspend new home applications
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Last year, the Peninsula and Greater Williamsburg Habitat chapter got a record 280 new homebuyer applications. Now, it's suspending the program until it can find more land to build on.89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA による
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Suffolk's real estate tax rate will stay the same — but bills will rise, according to city budget proposal
Suffolk’s tax rate isn't changing from $1.09 per $100 of assessed value — but new assessed property values went up by 5.4%.Residents’ real estate tax bills will go up because of the new assessment increase.89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA による
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North Atlantic Right Whale found dead off the Virginia Beach coast this week was likely hit by a ship, NOAA says
The whale, first spotted in 1989, suffered catastrophic damage to her spine, NOAA says. This kind of blunt force trauma is most consistent with a vessel strike. Vessel strikes are one of the leading causes of death for right whales.89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA による
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The dead whale was found floating around 50 miles off the coast of Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge. She was identified as Female #1950, first seen in 1989. She birthed a calf this past winter, which crews haven’t spotted yet.89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA による
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5 million pounds of contaminated sediment removed from Portsmouth’s Paradise Creek
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The Coastal Virginia Conservancy recently finished the first phase of the cleanup project, which included replacing the polluted sediment with clean sand.89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA による
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New research looks at underwater heat waves in the Chesapeake Bay
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The study out of the Virginia Institute of Marine Science focuses on deeper waters, where the impacts of heat waves are lesser known.89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA による
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Downtown Norfolk Council refocuses after residential growth, workforce decline
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The population of Downtown Norfolk has tripled since the last time the Downtown Norfolk Council wrote up a strategic plan nine years ago.89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA による
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This month in Hampton Roads and Virginia health news.89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA による
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Hampton, Newport News chosen for three-year national climate initiative
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The Peninsula cities will join 23 others in Bloomberg Philanthropies' Sustainable Cities Program.89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA による
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Scope, Chrysler Hall would get massive facelifts under proposed city budget
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Norfolk's city manager wants to spend a combined $150 million to fully renovate the facilities, which were built in the early '70s.89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA による
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Norfolk plans to create housing trust fund to tackle affordability woes
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Cities all over the U.S. have used city-funded trusts to invest in and incentivize the development of affordable housing.89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA による
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Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel expansion project will take an extra 18 months to finish
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The new tunnels were supposed to be available by the end of 2025. Now, the project is expected to take until mid-2027.89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA による
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Carnival reroutes Baltimore-bound cruises to Norfolk through April
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Carnival announced late Tuesday it would move its operations from Baltimore to Norfolk as crews continue cleanup efforts of the collapsed Francis Scott Key Bridge.89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA による
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Energy demand is rising. Hampton Roads officials say doing nothing 'is not an option'
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The Hampton Roads Alliance is pushing local leaders to address the issue by considering more energy infrastructure.89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA による
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Citizen science project aims to spot otters in the Elizabeth River
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The Elizabeth River Project wants people to report river otter sightings to collect data on their comeback.89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA による
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Laskin Road widening project delayed again; VDOT still figuring out for how long, how much it'll cost
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For the second time since the project broke ground in 2019, contractors have told VDOT that unexpected field conditions mean it'll take longer to get done - until at least sometime in 2025.89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA による
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Stricter federal air pollution standards likely won’t help Norfolk, Newport News communities plagued by coal dust
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For half a century, residents of Lambert’s Point and Southeast Newport News have complained about coal dust from nearby terminals. They say they can't keep waiting for officials to collect more data to show there's a problem.89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA による
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The Williamsburg-James City County school board approved a $199 million budget increasing staff salaries by an average of 4.5%.Superintendent Olwen Herron proposed a 3% salary increase for all employees, but some board members and district staff said it didn’t go far enough.89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA による
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