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A section of Norfolk’s existing floodwall, built by the Army Corps in 1971. It will be expanded as part of the Resilient Norfolk project. (Photo by Katherine Hafner)

Norfolk is embarking on a $2.6 billion project to protect against major storms. But critics say resources may be better spent preparing for the immediate impacts of climate change.

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A group of Norfolk kids who’d never been on a plane before got the full experience - well, almost - at Norfolk International Airport. 

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North Carolina unseated Virginia last year as America’s top state for business. This year, the Tar Heel state is at the top again, with Virginia right behind in second.

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Gov. Glenn Youngkin said newly approved modular nuclear reactors are Virginia's "moonshot" moment.

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Norfolk's Hunton YMCA formed in 1875 to serve Black youth in the wake of the Civil War. After generations of service and worries it would be displaced, a deal will keep it in St. Paul's.

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The Virginia Squires brought the American Basketball Association to Hampton Roads in the 1970s.

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The 988 system in Virginia has seen “a lot of improvements” but still faces some issues.

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Council may entertain other developers, while pressure grows from state lawmaker

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