Virginia travel, real estate & services

33+ min ago (142+ words) December 11, 2025, 3:33 PM It's another major blow to the Justice Department after the dismissal of earlier charges against James and another longtime Trump foe, former FBI Director James Comey, in a stunning rebuke of the Trump administration's efforts to prosecute the president's political opponents. A judge threw out the original indictment against James and Comey in November, ruling that the prosecutor who presented to the grand jury, Lindsey Halligan, was illegally appointed U.S. attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia. The Justice Department asked a grand jury in Alexandria, Virginia, to return an indictment Thursday after a different grand jury in Norfolk last week refused to do so. The allegations related to James' purchase of modest house in Norfolk, where she has family. James says the case is politically motivated and has denied any wrongdoing....

38+ min ago (270+ words) A vehicle came to rest on its side Thursday morning after rolling multiple times. The driver of the vehicle was transported to the hospital. Slick road conditions contributed to a single-vehicle crash near Norfolk on Thursday that sent one person to the hospital. Around 7:35 a.m., deputies with the Madison County Sheriff's Office responded to a rollover crash with injuries on Highway 81 near 837th Road just south of Norfolk, according to a press release from the sheriff's office. The crash occurred during a period of light drizzle that rapidly began freezing on roadways, creating hazardous driving conditions. Witnesses reported that the southbound vehicle began sliding toward the center lane, overcorrected and left the roadway to the right and rolled 2" times. The adult driver was ejected from the vehicle and sustained serious injuries. A small child, who was restrained in a child safety seat…...

48+ min ago (200+ words) RICHMOND, Va. (WVVA) - Virginia is rapidly positioning itself as a national leader in advanced pharmaceutical manufacturing, Governor Glenn Youngkin said in a recent Facebook post highlighting new investments and job growth in the sector. According to the governor, the Commonwealth has attracted about $12.5 billion in new pharmaceutical investment. Major global companies such as Merck, AstraZeneca and Eli Lilly are expanding operations in Virginia, and the state is building the workforce pipeline to match " including the Virginia Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Training Center currently under development. This is the gravity pull we set out to create: where innovation, research, and industry choose Virginia. He added that the state has secured roughly 3,000 new high'paying jobs and the largest facility investments in AstraZeneca and Eli Lilly's histories. The governor credited a business'friendly pace for the progress, saying Virginia has moved "at the speed of business…...

48+ min ago (250+ words) Founded in 2004, Seeking Alpha is an industry-leading financial research platform powered by one of the world's largest investing communities. We bridge the gap between financial information and actionable insight by providing unrivaled coverage on all asset classes and access to best-in-class tools. From in-depth analysis on thousands of stocks to timely investment ideas and market-beating Quant ratings*, Seeking Alpha is an essential resource for millions of investors globally. - Alexandria Real Estate is a distressed, high-quality life science REIT trading at a steep discount after a dividend cut and operational headwinds. - ARE faces declining occupancy, pressured FFO, and elevated leverage but maintains a manageable debt maturity profile and investment-grade tenant base. - Management prioritizes balance sheet strength and development pipeline over share repurchases, despite the stock's deep undervaluation on FFO and yield metrics. - I initiate coverage with a buy rating, seeing upside…...

1+ hour, 9+ min ago (155+ words) NEWPORT NEWS, Va. " The Newport News City Council has approved a $3.03 million grant to launch a major music and culture festival set for Memorial Day weekend in 2026. Mayor Phillip Jones said the festival is part of the city's plan to compete for regional tourism dollars, projecting more than $3 million in economic impact." "By strategically investing in economic development, we are creating an event that highlights future projects in our city," Jones said. The city is partnering with the Port Warwick Foundation to oversee planning and with Global Music Touring, producer of large-scale festivals including Cousinz Festival, to manage production. Organizers say the festival aims to bring together leaders in commerce, culture, and technology while showcasing internationally recognized musical artists, notable thought leaders from the worlds of business and technology, and community leaders from across the 757. Additional details and a citizen…...

1+ hour, 45+ min ago (470+ words) Over $1 million in losses have been reported as dozens of pieces of equipment that provide internet and telephone services to people in Virginia Beach were damaged or destroyed, according to court records. Police records indicate people are trying to steal copper for money, and Verizon says it's a dangerous crime that threatens public safety. Court records outline that since June, Verizon has been receiving calls about boxes called pedestals being broken into throughout Virginia Beach. These pedestals contain wires that run underground for internet and phone service. There have been 72 Verizon pedestals damaged with copper stolen from them throughout the city, with an estimated loss to Verizon of over $1 million, according to the records. Watch more from WTKR investigations: True Crime 757 takes on the case of the parking lot scam "When Verizon comes in and says, "we've lost a million…...

2+ hour, 3+ min ago (31+ words) Da'Brya Clark scored a career-high 32 points, while AJ Richardson added 18 points, eight rebounds and five assists. Next up are trips to Campbell and No. 21 Ohio State....

3+ hour, 40+ min ago (316+ words) BREAKING: Federal judge in Md. orders Kilmar Abrego Garcia released from immigration detention December 11, 2025, 12:26 PM Anyone who's ever played street hockey on a playground or empty tennis court knows the excitement that comes with passing, shooting and scoring " the Washington Capitals are offering a way to take that excitement to the next level. The team is launching the Capitals Street Hockey League " or CSHL " for kids between the ages of 8 and 12. The inaugural season will run from March to May 2026, at three rinks: Lake Fairfax Park, in Reston, Virginia; Francis C. Hammond Middle School in Alexandria; and Ridge Road Recreational Park, in Germantown, Maryland. Kids from Virginia, Maryland and D.C. are invited to join the coed league, which the team described as a "fun, low-stress environment." No prior hockey experience or gear is required to participate in the coed league. Each team will…...

3+ hour, 51+ min ago (457+ words) A Norfolk MP - who has no military bases in his constituency - has said he supports the use of such site for housing asylum seekers. Ben Goldsborough, who represents South Norfolk for the Labour party, endorsed the controversial policy as it would reduce the cost of using hotels for migrants. The issue has generated strong debate in Norfolk because the Ministry of Defence has put forward two army camps in the county for possible use. Neither are in Mr Goldsborough's constituency, which does not appear to have any suitable sites. South Norfolk MP Ben Goldsborough (Image: Ben Goldsborough) Mr Goldsborough said: "The most efficient thing we can do is use things we already own as a government. "This way we can ensure not only are we dealing with a backlog [of asylum cases] quickly and effectively. We've got better welfare standards…...

4+ hour, 14+ min ago (501+ words) Burns, Emma Pistole combine for 33 to lead North Adams The contest began as expected with the score staying close but it was a 15-0 North Adams run that began late in the first quarter and rolled over into the second that turned the tide in favor of the home team and gave them a lead they never relinquished as the Lady Devils picked up their second consecutive conference win, taking down the Lady Mustangs by a final score of 48-32. "An ugly win is better than an ugly loss," Said North Adams head coach Rob Davis after the win. "We had 15 turnovers in the first half (32 for the game) and again a lot of them were unforced and sometimes I just don't get it. We knew everything we were supposed to do and a whole lot of that went right out the…...