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…...

7+ mon, 1+ week 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…...

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…...

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…...

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…...

2+ mon, 3+ 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, 1+ week ago (161+ words) VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. " Cypress Hill and Atmosphere are coming to Virginia Beach this summer as part of their Dank Daze tour. The tour will make a stop at The Dome on Friday, Aug. 13. The concert will ... The Weather Desk: New Jersey wildfires, earthquake formation, weather outlook To stream WVEC on your phone, you need the WVEC app. VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. " Cypress Hill and Atmosphere are coming to Virginia Beach this summer as part of their Dank Daze tour. The tour will make a stop at The Dome on Friday, Aug. 13. The concert will feature special guests including Lupe Fiasco and The Pharcyde. Cypress Hill is known for its hit singles "How I Could Just Kill a Man" and "The Phuncky Feel One." Atmosphere is known for its unique storytelling using hip hop. Pre-sale starts on Wednesday at noon. General ticket…...

7+ mon, 5+ day ago (302+ words) The Vibe Check Music Festival comes to the Virginia Beach Oceanfront for two days of music and fun featuring big-name and local artists. The event is free! We go to a galaxy far, far away! | Take a Look To stream WVEC on your phone, you need the WVEC app. VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. " It's a weekend full of music, good vibes, and fun! The Vibe Check Music Festival is taking over the Virginia Beach Oceanfront this weekend with both big-name artists and local creators coming together for a celebration. The Antidote Agency has organized the two-day festival, which features some of the most influential artists, producers, and creators from Hampton Roads. RELATED: Vibe Check music fest: What to know about the free Virginia Beach event "This is what we'd call the best of the best when it comes to emerging artists,…...