5+ mon, 1+ week ago (408+ words) 13News Now Daybreak 7-9a VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. " With the official arrival of summer, Virginia Beach residents and visitors have a brand new spot to grab a bite near the Oceanfront. Beach Bum Sandwich Shop officially opened its doors on Laskin Road on May 31, aiming to offer beach-goers a quick and convenient dining option without sacrificing flavor or quality. Co-owner Donald Hart says their concept is all about helping people make the most of their time at the beach. "You want to enjoy as much beach time as you possibly can," Hart said. That thinking led Hart and his partner, Brad Breeden, to open the eatery just blocks from the sand. "We thought about, when you're at the beach, you want something kind of fast, but still gourmet. You want something that's high quality, but quick and on the go," Hart explained. While…...

6+ mon, 2+ week ago (473+ words) VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. " "It's really important for folks to be in touch with their city council members. The local government is very, very impactful," said Virginia Beach City Council member Worth ... To stream WVEC on your phone, you need the WVEC app. VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. " "It's really important for folks to be in touch with their city council members. The local government is very, very impactful," said Virginia Beach City Council member Worth Remick." Remick hosted his second community meeting of the year Thursday evening at the Law Enforcement Training Academy." The meeting comes two days after the Virginia Beach City Council voted 10-1 to approve the new fiscal year budget." Included in the city's newest budget is a 0.5% meal tax. Councilmember Remick told 13News Now it's not something he supports, though he voted in favor of passing the budget that includes…...

1+ mon, 3+ week ago (496+ words) VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. " Buying her first home should have been a milestone moment for Nicole Hall. Instead, it marked the start of a battle she said she never expected. "I ended up in the emergency room [with] severe pain in my stomach," Hall said. That was May 2021. Doctors told her it was kidney cancer, a disease that often goes undetected until it's advanced. "[I] was super shocked," Hall said. "No symptoms." Before doctors could even operate on her kidney, she found a lump in her breast. "They told me that it was just a cyst, and don't worry about it," Hall said." She then underwent the surgery to remove half of her kidney. Doctors cleared her margins, and for a moment, she thought the worst was over." But a year later, the lump was larger and painful. A biopsy confirmed…...

1+ week, 4+ day ago (373+ words) VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. " Virginia Beach Police have added a powerful new partner to their investigative team"Chip, a yellow Labrador retriever with a rare and lifesaving skill set." Chip is part of a specialized Electronic Storage Detection (ESD) unit, trained to sniff out hidden electronic devices that may contain crucial evidence in cases involving child sexual exploitation, human trafficking, and other digital crimes. While finding a stray SD card or a USB drive might seem insignificant, investigators say it can be the key to uncovering hidden child sexual abuse material (CSAM). Offenders often stash evidence in hard-to-spot places"inside toys, under furniture, or tucked into everyday household items." Chip and other ESD K9s are trained to detect the chemical compounds found in electronic storage devices, giving law enforcement an edge when every detail matters. The arrival of Chip was made possible…...

7+ mon, 3+ week ago (337+ words) RICHMOND, Va. " A Virginia bill that would require social media companies to limit children under 16 to one hour per day on their apps was sitting on Gov. Glenn Youngkin's desk Thursday night, after ... RICHMOND, Va. " A Virginia bill that would require social media companies to limit children under 16 to one hour per day on their apps was sitting on Gov. Glenn Youngkin's desk Thursday night, after passing in the General Assembly. The bill, which would go into effect on Jan. 1, 2026, would also require apps to enforce a "neutral age screen mechanism" that would determine the age of its users." The bill was introduced by Sen. Schuyler VanValkenburg (D-Henrico) in January, who called the law "a giant first step toward regulating social media and protecting our kids."" VanValkenburg's bill had overwhelming support in the Virginia General Assembly, passing 97-0 in the House…...

5+ mon, 3+ week ago (167+ words) Boulder Police give update on Sunday attack on Pearl Street Mall To stream WVEC on your phone, you need the WVEC app. VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. " Rap legend Lil Wayne is coming to Virginia Beach for a live concert this summer, organizers announced Tuesday. The performance is scheduled for August 1 at the Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater. The show is part of Lil Wayne's ongoing tour promoting his latest album. This Virginia Beach concert marks one of the major music events of the summer in Hampton Roads, drawing both local fans and visitors. Lil Wayne, known for hits like "Lollipop," "A Milli," and "Loyal," has won multiple Grammy Awards and remains one of the most influential artists in hip-hop. Ticket presales start on Wednesday, June 4 at 10 a.m. and general onsale starts on Friday at 10 a.m. Fans are encouraged to purchase early as demand…...

2+ mon, 2+ week ago (303+ words) VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. " A Virginia Beach man was sentenced last week to 56 years in prison after an online group called "Predator Poachers" caught him trying to message who he thought was an 11-year-old girl for sex. Ricky Lee Horton, 65, was sentenced Sept. 3 after pleading guilty to the following in March: Horton was originally sentenced to 105 years in prison with 54 years suspended, leaving 51 years to serve. But because he was on probation at the time of the offenses, he was also sentenced to an additional five and a half years in prison, making the total active sentence 56 and a half years. The Virginia Beach Commonwealth's Attorney's Office shared that, because Horton pleaded guilty, the matter did not go to trial, but if it had, the Commonwealth could have proved that between August 18 and September 18, 2024, Horton engaged in multiple online conversations with…...

7+ mon, 6+ day ago (210+ words) VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. " Waka Flocka Flame and Bryce Vine are set to headline the Vibe Check Music Festival this weekend at the Virginia Beach Oceanfront. The free festival is taking place the same ... To stream WVEC on your phone, you need the WVEC app. VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. " Waka Flocka Flame and Bryce Vine are set to headline the Vibe Check Music Festival this weekend at the Virginia Beach Oceanfront. The free festival is taking place the same weekend Something in the Water was originally scheduled to occur. The lineup features hip-hop and R&B artists including Young Crazy, Pretty Savage and more. According to the city's website, the festival will take place on the beach at 24th Street." The festival runs Friday and Saturday from 4:30-10 p.m. While general admission is free, attendees can still buy tickets for a preferred view of the…...

2+ mon, 5+ day ago (207+ words) VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. " Virginia Beach City Public Schools (VBCPS) is warning families and staff about a recent scam targeting members of the school community. According to the division, a parent reported receiving a phone call from someone pretending to be a VBCPS staff member. The caller allegedly knew the student's name, grade level, and school, and claimed to be offering SAT preparation materials. The caller then requested credit card information to "hold" a $250 fee. The call reportedly came from a 757 area code. While similar scams have surfaced in the past, officials say this attempt is especially concerning because of the level of personal detail the caller used and the impersonation of a school staff member. "VBCPS staff will never call to request your credit card or other financial information. Any official payments are handled through secure, authorized VBCPS systems," the…...

4+ mon, 5+ day ago (422+ words) Remembering Ozzy Osbourne, Malcolm-Jamal Warner, Hulk Hogan | In The News Now Several accused members of a Virginia Beach gang are charged with recruiting juveniles to their crime operation, court records say. " This week, a long-term gang investigation led to several arrests and dozens of indictments, according to the Virginia Beach Police Department. The arrests stem from a multi-day operation focused on violent crime and gang-related activity. According to police, the targets of the operation were members of the EBK (Everybody Killer) gang, which is associated with the Bounty Hunter Watts gang." Police say 74 direct indictments were obtained, including charges of gang participation, gang recruitment, weapons violations, and narcotics distribution. Operations took place July 14-17. Quadeyr Tyus, a 21-year-old Virginia Beach resident, was charged with multiple counts of gang recruitment, participation in a gang, and conspiracy to recruit for a gang. Leionte…...